Ottumwa Public Library

Ottumwa Public Library Policies & Procedures

Circulation

• Library Card/Privileges
• Confidentiality
• Circulation Loan Period
• Fine/Fee Policy
• Inter-library Loan
• Holds & Reserves

Internet & Computers

• Wireless Access
• Public Computers

Patrons & Building

• Hours of Service
• No Smoking
• Safety Rules & Regulations
• Disaster/Accident Procedure
• Meeting Room
• Genealogy Room
• Proctoring
• Displays, Posters & Announcements
• Disruptive Behavior
• Unattended Children
• Volunteers

Collection Development

• Materials Selection/Collection Development
• Library Bill of Rights
• Freedom to Read
• Free Access to Libraries for Minors
• Weeding

Personnel

• Staff Organization Chart
• Recruitment & Selection
• Employment Classifications
• Work-week, Overtime, Meal & Break Periods
• Wage Administration
• Performance Evaluation
• Disciplinary Procedures
• Sexual Harassment
• Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Sick Leave/Personal Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury/Court/Military Duty Leave
• Education Leave
• Maternity Leave
• Family Medical Leave Act
• Inclement Weather

Updated: 12 September 2011