Emerging Human Resource Trends in Academic Libraries by Nora J. Bird (2020, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN-101538134977
ISBN-139781538134979
eBay Product ID (ePID)19050394361

Product Key Features

Number of Pages284 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameEmerging Human Resource Trends in Academic Libraries
Publication Year2020
SubjectCommunication Studies, Library & Information Science / General, Library & Information Science / Administration & Management, Administration / Higher
TypeTextbook
AuthorNora J. Bird
Subject AreaLanguage Arts & Disciplines, Education
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight15.2 Oz
Item Length8.6 in
Item Width6 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2020-031093
Reviews[T]his volume challenges librarians to rethink assumptions about human resources issues like inclusivity, employment, and leadership... [T]he bulk of the book is aimed at larger libraries where opportunities for promotion and job growth within the library are more plentiful. Worthwhile reading for directors in all academic libraries and for human resources managers in larger academic libraries., Emerging Human Resource Trends in Academic Libraries is a strong attempt to present high-ranking human resource concerns of the profession today. It of-fers practical advice and resources for further exploration of topics. Academic librarians, human resource profession-als, and students would find the infor-mation provided useful., In Emerging Human Resource Trends in Academic Libraries, Crumpton and Bird collect 16 essays, by various human resources and faculty administration professionals, to examine human resource issues and concerns that affect academic libraries as organizations. The editors address these concerns from a research angle and provide practical solutions.... The essays cover such subjects as faculty tenure, coaching and mentoring, strengthening organizational structure, and employee advancement.... This volume will assist library supervisors and administrators in their work. Recommended.
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal023
Table Of ContentIntroduction: Michael A. Crumpton and Nora J. Bird Part I: Academic Environment and Library Organizations 1.Diary of a Change: Human Resources Redesign in VCU Libraries Agnes K. Bradshaw 2.Talent Management Michael A. Crumpton 3.Promotion and Tenure issues Steve Cramer and Kate Hill Part II: Education of the Professional Librarian 4.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Academic Libraries Gerald Holmes and Denelle Eads 5.How LIS Education Responds to New Roles Nora J. Bird 6.Essential Skills for Working with Donors, Boards and Campus Colleagues Karlene Noel Jennings Part III: Professional Development 7.Employee Engagement Laura Blessing 8.Offering a Career Development Program for Library Employees Jennifer Keach and Chandra Lane 9.Mentoring and Coaching Michael A. Crumpton Part IV: Leadership in Practice 10.Human Resource Department Leadership for Showing Library Value Patricia Sobczak 11.Change Management and Leadership Kathleen Schmand and Cynthia Childrey 12.A Method to Develop a Community of Practice for Mid-level Managers Melissa Jerome, Jason Heckathorn, Christy Shorey, Ashley Vaught, Bonnie J. Smith, and Valrie Minson Part V. Other Trends in the Profession 13.Technical Services Work and the MLIS Rachel Arkoosh and Christine Fischer 14.Surfacing, Aligning, and Sustaining Values to Strengthen Organizational Culture Maisha Carey and Julie Brewer 15.Rankism and Marginalization in Academic Libraries Suzanne Sawyer, Juanita Thacker, and Karlene Noel Jennings 16.Fostering the Evolution of Library Roles through Reframing Juanita Thacker, Suzanne Sawyer, and Karlene Noel Jennings About the Editors and Contributors
SynopsisEmerging Human Resource Trends in Academic Libraries presents the collective wisdom of human resource librarians and administrators who have been in the forefront of practicing the human resource principles in academic libraries. This volume speaks to a profession undergoing significant change that impacts librarians across multiple issues., Emerging Human Resource Trends in Academic Libraries presents the collective wisdom of human resource librarians and administrators who have been in the forefront of practicing and applying the human resource principles in academic libraries. The book is divided into five Parts: Part I focuses on the present academic library environment and the unique human resource challenges that can be found there. Part II looks at the role of LIS education in preparing Masters level librarians to work within academic libraries and beyond. Part III examines how human resource departments in organizations can continue education beyond the degree for professionals and other staff. Part IV is concerned with how academic libraries show their value to the parent institution. Part V focuses on the library staff roles, how they have changed, and how they are valued in relation to faculty and professional positions. These chapters within each Part represent the emerging trends within academic libraries that impact how librarians are educated, mentored and given the ability to obtain professional development training as incumbent librarians as changes occur in the field. Each chapter is written by a practitioner in HR who has experienced related problems and sought solutions.
LC Classification NumberZ675.U5E454 2021
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