HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN LIBRARIES: RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION STRATEGIES

Jagmohan Meena

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i1.2023.2197

Authors

Jagmohan Meena (B. A., M. Lib. I. Sc.), Student of Library and Information Science, Plot no. 137 , Village Akeda Dungar Tehsil- Amber VKI area Jaipur -302013, Rajasthan, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i1.2023.2197

Keywords:

Human Resource Management (HRM), Libraries, Recruitment Strategies, Retention Strategies, Employee Turnover, Library Workforce, Skill Development

Abstract [English]

Human Resource Management (HRM) in libraries plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective functioning of library services by recruiting and retaining skilled professionals. This study explores the recruitment and retention strategies adopted by libraries to enhance their workforce. With the ever-evolving demands in the field of librarianship, challenges such as skill gaps, technological advancements, and employee turnover require a strategic approach. This research aims to analyze current HRM practices in libraries, identify key strategies for recruitment and retention, and provide recommendations for improving HRM in academic and public libraries.

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