Library Management Resources from SLNC

From left to right: Paula Hopper, BHM Regional, Tanika Alston, Warren County, Melissa Corso (interim) Braswell Memorial, Jennifer Hatcher, Sandhill Regional, Kim Davenport, Brown Library (Washington), Tammy Baggett, Wake County.  Seated: Sarah Gransee, Library Development Director, Lynda Reynolds, Public Library Management Consultant. 

Earlier this fall, Library Development hosted an in-person orientation for new public library directors to connect with peers, meet State Library staff, tour State Library facilities, and learn more about resources and services provided by the State Library.

Many of the resources shared during the orientation are available online at our Management Resources webpage. Check out highlighted resources below:

For Public Library Directors

• Self-paced Director Orientation module

• Orientation Guide to bring new Board of Trustee members onboard

• Tip sheets for working with Governing and Advisory Boards

• Curated list of learning resources and professional associations

For Board of Trustee Members

• Self-paced Trustee Orientation module to enhance an understanding of trustee roles and responsibilities. 

• North Carolina Public Library Trustee Manual

• Hiring a library director toolkit

• North Carolina laws that govern public libraries

For Friends Group Members*

• Self-paced Friends of the Library Board Orientation module

• Sample Memorandum of Understanding agreement

• Grant funding resources

*Friends of Library assistance is also provided by the statewide Friends of North Carolina Public Libraries (FONCPL) organization.  Any member of an NC Friends of the Library group can subscribe to the NC-FOL discussion list. 

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For further information on management resources or to schedule a consultation, contact Lynda Reynolds, Public Library Management Consultant.