Recognizing that a well-trained staff is a valuable asset, the Library will support regular continuing education for all staff. This support may take various forms and will be scheduled and administered by the Director. The activities below would be acceptable.  

A. In-service Training  

► Normally would include all staff, would take place in the building, and would necessitate adjusting usual hours of service.  

► Board of Trustees will approve all such adjustments, and sufficient notice will be given to the public.  

► Staff required to work extra hours would be given compensatory time off.  

B. Professional Meetings and Workshops  

► Useful workshops are often associated with professional meetings, and interaction with others in the library field is an important means of growth and learning.  

► The Director will schedule attendance at such events and will endeavor to assure suitable opportunities for all staff.  

► The Library will reimburse all registration fees and travel expenses, and employees will receive compensatory time off if necessary.  

C. Formal Education  

► The Library cannot financially support coursework aimed at earning a degree. However, since it can only benefit from better-educated staff, every effort will be made to adjust individual employees' schedules in order for them to pursue a better education. It should be clearly understood that library services must not be interrupted and that the employee must fulfill all job responsibilities.  

► Occasionally, it may be desirable for a staff member to enroll in a formal education course as a means of job training. The Director will determine the desirability of such an action and recommend it to the Board of Trustees. If approved, the Library would pay tuition, fees, and travel expenses. (Amended: 1/99)