Goal #2: Strong Organizational Culture
The Pratt Library will continue to prioritize staff development and diversity while fostering a safe and collaborative environment, streamlining operations, and tracking key metrics to improve performance and customer service.
The Pratt is only as good as the staff members who make up the organization. We will work to support career pathways by expanding employee development opportunities. We will focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion in alignment with the Pratt’s mission and vision.
Organizational Development
The Library will strengthen equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts to ensure employees feel valued and have equal opportunities to succeed.
Strategies
- Increase Alignment with Library Mission
- Maintain Diverse, Safe, and Equitable Workplace and Culture
- Prioritize Diversity in Staff Hiring, Learning, and Development


Employee Development and Continuous Learning
The Library will create strategies for recruiting, engaging, and developing talent by identifying continuous learning and career plans that incorporate performance management and professional growth.
Strategies
- Allocate Resources to Provide Staff with Tools, Training, and Learning Opportunities
- Design Roles that Meet Organizational Needs
- Develop Recruitment Strategies that Align with the Library's Mission
- Provide Ongoing Learning Opportunities for Managers
- Continue Staff Forums and Other Collaboration Avenues


Operational Excellence
The Library will focus on leveraging expertise, technology, and standardizing practices to improve operational efficiency, compliance, and internal stakeholder satisfaction.
Strategies
- Harness Organizational Expertise
- Evaluate and Map Current Workflows for Continuous Improvement
- Develop Transparent, Efficient, and Properly Communicated Policies & Procedures



Strategic Plan
The mission of the Enoch Pratt Free Library is to empower, enrich, and enhance the quality of life for all through equitable access to information, services, and opportunity for all, rich and poor, without distinction of race or color.

Careers
Interested in joining the Pratt team? Learn more about open positions, staff benefits, and volunteer opportunities.