Personnel Management for Public Libraries

About

This course, part of the Public Library Management Professional Certificate program, will explore skills needed for hiring and evaluating personnel to reflect your library's mission through an organizational culture that will thrive in your community.

Learners will understand the legal considerations when managing a diverse workforce.

What you will learn

• Organizational culture from an HR perspective
• How to write and evaluate job descriptions
• A basic understanding of the laws pertaining to hiring (Federal and State)
• How to evaluate and develop a budget for staffing costs
• How to determine if the budget allows for staffing priorities as described in the organizational chart
• How to create and utilize performance evaluations
• How to identify needed policies that allow for a healthy and competitive hiring

Skills you learn

• Library Management
• Management

Syllabus

1. Can you afford the Library you wish to lead?
2. Are your people able to get the job done?
3. Do you have the right people doing the work?
4. Do your policies allow you the flexibility to offer a healthy and competitive hiring environment?

Auto Summary

Unlock the essential skills for effective personnel management in public libraries with this foundational course, part of the Public Library Management Professional Certificate program offered by edX. Dive into the critical aspects of hiring and evaluating staff, ensuring your library's mission is mirrored through a supportive and thriving organizational culture. Gain crucial insights into legal considerations for managing a diverse workforce, equipping you with the knowledge to foster an inclusive and dynamic work environment. Perfect for those at the foundational level, this course provides a professional subscription option, making it an ideal choice for aspiring or current library professionals looking to enhance their management capabilities in the arts and humanities domain.