A presentation summarizing the results and recommendations on filling leadership roles in an university library.

1. Finding new leaders at Binghamton University Libraries Sarah Maximiek December 3, 2010

2. Background “Graying” staff and staff shortages Inability to hire new employees Difficulty filling leadership positions from existing staff

3. Research questions Why are library employees not willing to move into leadership positions? What steps can be taken by the B.U. Libraries to overcome reluctance to serve in these positions?

4. Understanding the concepts Why people move into leadership roles Job satisfaction Organizational culture

5. Methodology Survey Sent to all employees 60% response rate Analysis Cross-tabular Thematic Limitations

6. Findings Leadership development has focused on new employees Career match is a goal for employees Employees are willing to self-identify as interested in new responsibilities

7. Recommendations Publicize leadership development opportunities across the organization Continue the use of task forces and job restructuring Create a central place for employees to identify

8. For paper: http://hdl.handle.net/10760/15526