Research: Content: Service

Websites provide often provide service pages.

Employment

Some libraries use their website to promote the library profession and recruit new workers. For example, you'll find job postings, student librarian opportunities, and other kinds of career and job information.

Go to Professional and Technical Job Opportunities at the Chicago Public Library for examples of employment opportunities.

Policies and Procedures

Guides, lists, documents, forms, and rules are just a few of the types of policies and procedures that people post at their library website.

Go to Library Bill of Rights at the San Diego Public Library.

Go to the Policies page at the Charlotte & Mecklenburg County Library.

Services

Room scheduling, book reservations, and online book renewals are just a few of the services now offered online by many libraries.

Go to Get a Library Card from the Charlotte & Mecklenburg County Library. Notice how they use an online form to request a library card.

Involvement and Volunteering

Many libraries rely on volunteers to make their program a success. Use your website to post promotions and opportunities to recruit and thank volunteers.

Go to Support Your Library page at Charlotte & Mecklenburg County Library and notice their materials for making a difference.

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