Public library administration transformed : developing the organization and empowering users

Title:

Author:

Starr, Karen, 1952- author

ISBN:

9781538106396

9781538106389

Publication:

Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2018]

Physical Description:

xx, 270 pages ; 23 cm

Contents:

Public library service in the United States : historical and current perspectives -- Administrative functions of the library -- Public finance -- Administrative law -- Library governance -- Human resources -- Facilitative leadership -- Strategic planning -- Program and project management and evaluation -- Marketing and public relations -- Networks and partnerships -- Innovative services and community partnerships.

Abstract:

"Public libraries have historically faced challenges as viable units of local government. As society struggles with issues related to the scope and effectiveness of government, librarians must ask how and why communities will support public libraries in the twenty-first century. Public Library Administration Transformed examines public library administration in a comprehensive and detailed manner. Chapters cover administrative functions, public finance, administrative law, governance, human resources, leadership, strategic planning, program management and evaluation, marketing and public relations, intergovernmental relations, [and] cooperative government. Public administration skills are vital to the success of libraries. This book provides a framework for future library services, focusing on effective public-sector skills, organizational and service innovation, information technology, readers, and the full range of library constituents"-- Provided by publisher.

Subject Term:

Public libraries -- United States -- Administration.

Libraries and community -- United States.

Libraries and community. (OCoLC)fst00997508

Public libraries -- Administration. (OCoLC)fst01082643

Geographic Term:

United States.

Local Subject:

LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE COLLECTION

Added Author:

Ragains, Patrick

Other Format:

Online version: Starr, Karen, 1952- author. Public library administration transformed Lanham : Rowman & Littlefield, [2018] 9781538106402 (DLC) 2018035362

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Summary

Public libraries have historically faced challenges as viable units in local government. As society struggles with issues related to the scope and effectiveness of government, librarians must ask, "How and why will communities support public libraries in the 21st century?" Public Library Administration Transformed covers public library administration in a comprehensive and detailed manner Chapters cover: -administrative functions of the library -public finance -administrative law -library governance -human resources -leadership -strategic planning -program management and evaluation -marketing and public relations -intergovernmental relations -cooperative government The discipline of public administration develops skills that are vital to successful libraries. Grounded in the context of public administration, this book provides a framework for future library services, focusing on effective public sector skills, organizational and service innovation, information technology, readers, and the full range of library constituents. Suitable for use in public library classes, exam copies are available to qualified instructors of such courses upon request.

Author Notes

Karen Starr retired in 2016 as Nevada's deputy state librarian. She teaches in the public and school librarian certification program at the University of Nevada, Reno, and was president of the Library Information Technology Association and chair of ALA's International Relations Round Table. Her research interests focus on library development, public administration, and information technology and policy.
Patrick Ragains is business and government information librarian emeritus at the University of Nevada, Reno, and an instructor in the university's public and school librarian certification program. He is editor of The New Information Literacy Instruction: Best Practices. His practice and research interests focus on information literacy instruction in business and the social sciences, intellectual property, supporting entrepreneurship, government information, and the history and organization of public libraries in the United States.

Summary:

List of Figures	p. xi
Preface	p. xiii
References	p. xvii
Acknowledgments	p. xix
1 Public Library Service in the United States: Historical and Current Perspectives	p. 1
Historical Overview	p. 2
Public Attitudes as Revealed in Pew Research Center's Libraries 2016	p. 11
Library Mission Statements	p. 13
Defining Characteristics of Public Libraries	p. 15
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 16
References	p. 17
2 Administrative Functions of the Library	p. 19
Organizational Functions, Roles, and Responsibilities	p. 19
Facilities Management, Maintenance, and Planning	p. 21
Inventory	p. 23
Information Technology	p. 25
Library Security	p. 26
Employee Emergency Procedures	p. 28
Risk Management	p. 29
Contract Management	p. 30
Licenses for Electronic Information Services	p. 32
Grants Management	p. 34
Records Management	p. 37
Data and Statistics	p. 40
Takeaway Concepts	p. 42
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 42
References	p. 43
Additional Reading	p. 44
3 Public Finance	p. 47
Revenue	p. 48
Budget Process	p. 51
Fiscal Management	p. 54
Audits	p. 55
Budget Reports	p. 58
Takeaway Concepts	p. 60
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 61
References	p. 61
Additional Reading	p. 61
4 Administrative Law	p. 63
Overview	p. 63
Administrative Rulemaking	p. 67
Federal Laws	p. 70
State and Local Laws	p. 76
Policies and Procedures	p. 81
Takeaway Concepts	p. 84
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 84
References	p. 84
Additional Reading	p. 85
5 Library Governance	p. 87
Organizational Structure	p. 87
Boards of Trustees	p. 91
Friends of the Library	p. 99
Lobbying and Advocacy	p. 101
Takeaway Concepts	p. 106
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 106
References	p. 107
Additional Reading	p. 108
6 Human Resources	p. 111
Federal and State Laws	p. 114
Recruitment and Hiring	p. 117
Compensation and Benefits	p. 119
Staffing	p. 121
Workplace Diversity	p. 123
Performance Management	p. 125
Employee Bargaining Units	p. 127
Volunteer Staff	p. 129
Managing Staff in the Public Sector	p. 130
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 131
References	p. 131
Additional Reading	p. 132
7 Facilitative Leadership	p. 135
Leadership Models	p. 135
Communication Skills	p. 140
Collaborative Problem Solving, Negotiation, and Mediation	p. 142
Meeting Management	p. 145
Takeaway Concepts	p. 149
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 150
References	p. 150
Additional Reading	p. 152
8 Strategic Planning	p. 155
Managing Change	p. 155
Planning Models	p. 157
Disaster Planning	p. 168
Technology Planning	p. 170
Collection Development Planning	p. 171
Facilities and Space Planning	p. 172
Takeaway Concepts	p. 173
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 174
References	p. 174
Additional Reading	p. 176
9 Program and Project Management and Evaluation	p. 177
Programs	p. 178
Projects	p. 195
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 199
References	p. 199
10 Marketing and Public Relations	p. 201
Elements of a Market Orientation	p. 202
Public Relations	p. 207
Online Social Media in Publicity and Marketing	p. 209
Profile of Whatcom County Library's "My Modern Library" Campaign	p. 212
Takeaway Concepts	p. 216
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 216
References	p. 217
11 Networks and Partnerships	p. 219
Interlocal Collaboration	p. 219
The Networked Future	p. 234
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 235
References	p. 235
Additional Resources	p. 236
Additional Reading	p. 239
12 Innovative Services and Community Partnerships	p. 243
Profiles of Innovative Library Programs	p. 244
Fostering Partnerships	p. 251
For Reflection and Discussion	p. 253
References	p. 253
Index	p. 255
About the Authors	p. 269

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