Library Board Training

This page contains outlines and handouts for trainings that focus on the library board and/or trustees.  Click on one of the subjects below to learn more about a topic.

Job Descriptions and Evaluations - Workshops for Trustees that discuss job descriptions and/or evaluating the library director.

Introductory Board Training - This section covers the job of the library board and a brief introduction to library law.

Powers of Library Boards of Trustees - a selection of Attorney General Opinions about the Powers of Library Boards

Becoming a Better Board Member - a discussion about the perfect trustee and what you can do before, during, and outside of library board meetings.

Qualitative or Quantitative - Evaluating the Director and Library Services - a workshop about evaluation

Board Evaluation - Outline and handouts for a session where the library board evaluates itself and sets goals for the board.