“But it's not my job … ”: The role librarians play in library development

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to highlight the importance of librarians and library staff in a successful development program.

Design/methodology/approach

Narrative article to emphasize that successful library development programs require the input and support from librarians and library staff.

Findings

Library development programs do not operate in a vacuum and in fact draw upon the talents of many key personnel throughout the library.

Originality/value

Practical suggestions for incorporating the whole library organization into development and fundraising efforts.

Citation

Ercolano, A. (2007), "“But it's not my job … ”: The role librarians play in library development", The Bottom Line, Vol. 20 No. 2, pp. 94-96. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880450710773039