Making a difference in their own way: The role of library directors and non-directorial staff at tribal college libraries

This study examines the different viewpoints of library directors and non-directors about their jobs at tribal colleges. Previous ties to a tribal college or tribal membership were important factors in shaping experiences of library staff. The findings may be useful in developing successful recruitm...

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Published in:The Journal of academic librarianship 2002-09, Vol.28 (5), p.306-318
Main Authors: Dilevko, Juris, Gottlieb, Lisa
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Administrator Attitudes
American Indians
Chief librarians
College Libraries
Colleges & universities
Exact sciences and technology
Information and communication sciences
Information science. Documentation
Labor Turnover
Librarians
Libraries
Library Administration
Library and information science. General aspects
Library Personnel
Native North Americans
Professional aspects
Recruitment
Retention
Sciences and techniques of general use
Staff
Tribally Controlled Education
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Summary:This study examines the different viewpoints of library directors and non-directors about their jobs at tribal colleges. Previous ties to a tribal college or tribal membership were important factors in shaping experiences of library staff. The findings may be useful in developing successful recruitment and retention strategies for tribal college library staff.
ISSN:0099-1333
1879-1999
DOI:10.1016/S0099-1333(02)00322-1