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This chapter draws on the author’s leadership experience to explore practical strategies for recruiting, retaining, and rewarding library staff in an increasingly competitive environment. It emphasizes aligning staffing decisions with organizational goals, identifying skill gaps, and implementing intentional recruitment practices. The chapter also highlights the importance of self-awareness, particularly in addressing unconscious bias. Retention strategies focus on creating supportive, growth-oriented workplaces that prioritize mentorship, professional development, and work-life balance. Finally, it underscores the importance of recognition and gratitude in fostering a positive organizational culture where staff feel valued and motivated to contribute to the library’s success.
Department
Academic Affairs Faculty
ISBN
9781442272194
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Publication Date
Winter 12-20-2017
Embargo Period
12-20-2018
Keywords
staff recruitment and retention, library workforce development, employee engagement and recognition, leadership in libraries, organizational culture and staffing
Disciplines
Library and Information Science
Recommended Citation
Jones, Shannon D., "Staff Recruitment, Retention, and Reward" (2017). MUSC Faculty Bookshelf. 10.
https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/faculty-books/10