Issues in library human resources management

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to explain the rules and regulations for using independent contractors in a library setting.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper uses the personal expertise of the author who has been a professor of human resources management as well as a library consultant to all types of libraries for over 15 years.

Findings

The importance of treating independent contractors very differently from employees is emphasized. The paper provides a step‐by‐step guideline on the compliance issues by which every library and independent contractor must abide to guarantee a legitimate relationship in the eyes of the Internal Revenue Service.

Originality/value

This paper helps the library director and the library department manager more intelligently use independent contractors within the operation of a library organization.

Citation

Kieserman, R.H. (2008), "Issues in library human resources management", The Bottom Line, Vol. 21 No. 2, pp. 67-72. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880450810898346