The Americans with Disabilities Act was enacted into law in 1990. Library consultant, Kathy Parker, discusses some basic points of the Act, the importance of complying with ADA and how to work through an ADA Reasonable Accommodations Interactive Process when an employee makes the request.
A Compensation Survey was commissioned through the System and Resource Library Administrators’ Association of Wisconsin (SRLAAW) in 2022. A final Summary Report of data from 308 participating public libraries is now available. A comprehensive survey Compensation Toolkit is available on the SRLAAW website, including guidance for using the summary report information
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record-keeping requirements, and youth employment standards. As regulated by the Department of Labor, compliance is mandatory and failure to comply exposes a municipality to major financial risk. Leaders require a working knowledge of the rules and requirements of the law. Learning Objectives: The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible…
Wisconsin Library Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity in Action (IDEA). This site is for any Wisconsin public library staff member interested in devoting more time to learning about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and how to bring that learning to their libraries and communities. Wisconsin Libraries Talk About Race | Archive | Wisconsin Libraries Talk About Race
Handling Performance Issues Effectively and Legally Whether you’re working to help an employee improve or preparing for a necessary termination, these resources provide guidance for making the process clear, fair, and documented. Resources
A healthy workplace culture and strong employee engagement are essential for library success. Leaders who listen actively and address workplace conduct and communication can improve morale and reduce conflicts. The following resources offer practical strategies and insights to help you foster a positive work environment. Resources
Strong personnel policies are vital to a well-run organization. This short video training will discuss the core personnel policies libraries are mandated to have and review some that are nice additions that are employee centered.
