2026-2027

All library employees are critical to the governance of the Library. The entire staff meets monthly and teams meet regularly. Advisory committees of university faculty and students meet with the Dean to facilitate communication and advise on Library policies and procedures. The Dean of the Library also establishes an array of standing committees and working groups, as well as ad hoc committees and task forces when needed allowing all library staff and faculty to participate in the development of future directions of the library.

Administrative Council

The Administrative Council meets monthly to discuss, develop, and review policies, plans, projects, and issues relevant to the Library and its roles in the University. The Council membership is populated by the Dean’s Office, Directors of each ZSR unit, the Library’s advancement officer, a representative from the staff, and one from the Librarians’ Assembly.

Collections Executive Working Group

The Collections Executive Working Group (CEWG) oversees the strategic management of the library’s collections, including physical and electronic resources. The group is tasked with assessing historical practices, current needs, and emerging trends to ensure effective allocation of resources and optimal access to information for library users. The Working Group serves in an advisory capacity and reports regularly to the Dean and the University Committee on Library Planning. See the full charge for more details.

Confluence Implementation Task Force

The Confluence Implementation Task Force will lead the transition of ZSR’s select administrative documentation and organizational knowledge to Atlassian’s Confluence platform. This work aligns with the strategic priority to build a more resilient, efficient, and transparent knowledge infrastructure. See the full charge for more details.

Directors+ Working Group

Directors+ is a collaborative leadership body composed of library directors, Dean, and Associate Dean charged with coordinating preliminary operational planning, personnel frameworks, and administrative policies. The group manages strategic vacancy and capital requests, guides the library through major institutional transitions, and works through complex administrative themes and structural tensions.

Employee Development and Recognition Committee

The Employee Development and Recognition Committee (EDRC) helps create a culture of professional growth, appreciation, and recognition within ZSR Library. By overseeing the Annual Employee Recognition program, coordinating the Wanda K. Brown Staff Development Day, and managing the ZSR Recognitions program, the committee plays a pivotal role in supporting the development and well-being of library staff members. See the full charge for more details.

Outreach and Communications Working Group

The Outreach and Communications Working Group (OCWG) enhances the visibility, accessibility, and inclusivity of ZSR Library’s events, services, and collections. Full charge forthcoming.

Safety and Security Committee

The Safety and Security Committee (S&S) plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals within ZSR Library premises. By developing and maintaining emergency protocols and policies, conducting training for library staff, and prioritizing the needs of neurodivergent, handicapped, and other underrepresented groups, the committee contributes to creating a secure environment where everyone feels protected and supported. See the full charge for more details.

Student Supervisors Forum Working Group

The Student Supervisors Forum is a working group charged with actively engaging in program development and implementation to enhance the experience of the ZSR student employees and their supervisors. With support from the Dean’s Office, the forum ensures student supervisors have access to the appropriate resources, skills, and expertise to provide a consistent and positive student employee experience that aligns with university policies and procedures. As a discussion and project-based group, the forum empowers student supervisors to collectively exchange ideas, share information, identify opportunities, set priorities, and initiate projects to fulfill its charge. See the full charge for more details.

TALA Conference Planning Committee

Participate in the conference planning process for the Triad Area Library Association (TALA) Conference, an annual gathering of academic library staff from the North Carolina Triad area.

TALA Conference held at TBD.

Wake the Library Committee

The Wake the Library Committee (WTL) plays a vital role in supporting students during the challenging period of finals week by organizing end-of-semester programming, coordinating giveaways, and fostering campus-wide engagement. By working within a designated budget, utilizing previous assessments, and collaborating with partners across campus, the committee aims to provide valuable support for students while promoting community and well-being during a stressful time. See the full charge for more details.