Everyday HR : A Human Resources Handbook for Academic Library Staff

Munde, Gail

ISBN 10: 155570798X / ISBN 13: 9781555707989

Published by American Library Association, 2013

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Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Everyday HR : A Human Resources Handbook for Academic Library Staff
• Publisher: American Library Association
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 155570798X
• ISBN 13: 9781555707989
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 1.005 pounds

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Synopsis

From the dean or director to student assistants, every academic library employee is subject to a number of complicated, confusing, and intertwined employment policies and procedures. Many of these are required by law or governed by federal or state regulations; other policies or practices are unique to an institution. Because of the complex interplay of these forces, human resources (HR) management and personnel transactions can seem mysterious or confusing. Munde clears the air in her new handbook, providing basic explanations and rationales for the most common and practical applications of HR management in colleges, universities and academic libraries. This handbook

• Explains the difference between a person and a position, and details the types of positions in academic libraries
• Summarizes basic employment law, highlighting key federal laws which protect employees
• Covers the dynamics of working with others, offering guidance for managing conflicts, supervising others, and conducting performance evaluations
• Provides an overview of the recruitment process, with a look at the roles of search and tenure committees

Readers will find Munde's handbook an effective atlas of the most traveled regions of the HR terrain.

About the Author

Gail Munde is an assistant professor of Library Science at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. Prior to teaching, she worked in academic libraries for 25 years as a department chair and associate director/dean of libraries, holding positions at the University of Kansas, East Carolina University, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She is a Certified Professional in Human Resources and received an MLS from Emporia State University and a PhD in Library Science from the University of North Texas.