Mission of Library Human Resources

LHR provides our clients, both internal and external, with comprehensive, customer- driven human resources services that support the mission and vision of the Library as well as that of the University. These services include: recruitment, retention, job placement, staff and labor relations, organizational development, training, rewards and recognition, professional development, compensation, risk management and regulatory compliance.

Library Human Resources Vision

By 2015, Library Human Resources will be recognized, valued and understood by the Yale University Library community and Central Human Resources as a highly skilled, collaborative, adaptable and trustworthy strategic partner that strives to affect the highest standards of excellence for the Library, Library staff and the University.

Library Human Resources Guiding Priciples

• We recognize that service to the YUL community is our top priority.
• We deliver value by anticipating, understanding and responding to the changing needs of our clients.
• We collaborate with the Library and the University to ensure we provide comprehensive and effective services.
• We leverage technologies to provide the best services in the most effective and efficient manner.
• We assess what we do and how we do it to ensure operational effectiveness and quality service.
• We are committed to helping Library staff create an environment that supports research, teaching, learning, innovation, and collaboration.
• We hold ourselves and each other accountable for excellence in our work and our relationships
• We expect every LHR staff member to be an advocate for the Library and the University.