Human Resources & Administration Forum (HRAF)

The Forum represents the interests of those who are human resources professionals and/or administrative professionals in all types of libraries.

This HRAF is for current library staff who perform HR and/or Admin work at their library in any capacity whether full-time or part-time, it's in your job title or not, and whether you're new to HR and/or Admin or a seasoned pro! 

News

Forum Spotlight - Human Resources & Administration Forum (HRAF)
August 8, 2024
For Human Resources and Administrative professionals who are looking to navigate the complexities of the employee relationship or those who may be responsible for one or more job functions that fall within the realm of an HR and ADMIN Professional. T…

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We'd love to hear from our fellow HR and Administrators in the library world to help guide us as we develop the forum. We can't promise we'll be able to do everything everyone wants, but we want to see where interest lies. What kinds of events are people interested in? What are some of the big topics people want to learn more about? How can we support, collaborate, and connect with each other across Illinois? Share your thoughts by filling out this form.

Forum Leadership

  1. Ellen Keith Ellen Keith, Board liaison Director of Research and Access at Chicago History Museum
    Term ends 06/30/2026
  2. Aimee Hartley Aimee Hartley, Member Administration Services Manager at Plainfield Area Public Library
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  3. Billy Treece Billy Treece, Member Director of Finance and Human Resources at Oak Park Public Library
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  4. Jill M Trevino Jill M Trevino, Member Human Resources Director at Illinois Heartland Library System
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  5. Paul Piraino Paul Piraino, Member Human Resources Manager at Schaumburg Township District Library
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  6. Samantha Daly Samantha Daly, Member Human Resources Director at Reaching Across Illinois Library System
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  7. Suzanne W Yazel Suzanne W Yazel, Member Mount Prospect Public Library
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  8. Tammy M Smith Tammy M Smith, Member Assistant Director, HR, Finance Manager at Fossil Ridge Public Library District
    Term ends 06/30/2025
  9. Sarah Anderson Sarah Anderson, Staff liaison Member Services Specialist & Editor
    Term ends 06/30/2026
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