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The Human Resources for WI Library Leaders is a new project produced by Wisconsin Library Systems, with funding from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction through a grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services—a dedicated professional development website with curated events and content on Human Resource management! When it is fully developed, this site will feature expert insights, webinars, and resources to help you navigate the complexities of HR in the library setting. Sign up for the upcoming live webinars about HR Essentials with Kathy Parker!
The Lifecycle of a Library Employee - Part 1
Tuesday, May 20 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM
In this first session of the HR Essentials for Library Leaders series, Kathy Parker will walk you through the key stages of managing library staff, from creating effective job descriptions to successfully onboarding new hires. You'll learn how to attract, select, and retain top talent while setting a strong foundation for your team. This session will be recorded and will provide 1.5 contact hours.
The Lifecycle of a Library Employee - Part 2
Tuesday, June 17 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM
In this follow-up session, we’ll dive deeper into critical aspects of employee development and retention. Kathy will cover training strategies, performance evaluations, handling separations, and legal considerations—all aimed at helping you build a strong and effective library team. This session will be recorded and will provide 1.5 contact hours.