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Restructuring support staff classification levels for academic health sciences library positions.

J C McCann1, S E Davis, D J Trainor

  • 1Serials Services Department, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta 30912.

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|July 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces a nine-level Library Staff Classification Plan to address challenges in retaining library support staff. The new structure encourages skill development and increased responsibility for career advancement.

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Area of Science:

  • Library and Information Science
  • Human Resources Management

Background:

  • Nonprofessional library support roles are often characterized by low pay and lack of challenge, leading to difficulties in employee retention.
  • Creative and productive staff are essential for effective library operations, but traditional structures hinder their development and motivation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a structured approach for classifying library support staff positions.
  • To create a framework that encourages professional growth and skill acquisition among library employees.
  • To implement a system that rewards increased responsibility and expertise within the library setting.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a nine-level Library Staff Classification Plan.
  • Defining progressively more demanding roles and responsibilities for library support staff.

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  • Outlining desired employee qualifications and representative duties for each level.

    • Main Results:

    • A new nine-level classification plan for library staff was successfully implemented.
    • The plan provides a clear career ladder, motivating staff to acquire new skills and take on greater responsibilities.
    • The structure facilitates the recognition and reward of employee advancement.

    Conclusions:

    • The implemented classification plan enhances employee retention by offering challenging roles and opportunities for advancement.
    • This model supports professional development and acknowledges the increasing complexity of library support functions.
    • Libraries can utilize such structured plans to foster a more engaged and skilled workforce.