1.8. Staff Code of Ethics Recommendation

Last Updated 05/16/2023

Code of Ethics for NC Cardinal

This is a suggested Code of Ethics for Cardinal example for Cardinal member libraries. As policies like this are a Human Resources matter for member libraries, the User Experience committee put this together to provide a suggestion for member libraries revising their employee handbooks. This was approved by the Governance Committee on 5/11/2020.

(Your Library) Code of Ethics For Staff

I acknowledge that I have an obligation to the (Local Library System) and agree to comply with this Code of Ethics:

I shall not violate the privacy and confidentiality of information entrusted to me or to which I may gain access, including a patron’s private information or reading records. A patron’s personal information, history, or records will not be provided to anyone without legal authorization.
I shall not use knowledge of a confidential nature to further my personal interests or for personal gain for myself or others.
I have an obligation to (Local Library System) to use equipment and software only for the purposes intended.
I shall accept full responsibility for the work I perform.
I shall cooperate with fellow staff members at my local library and NC Cardinal consortium members, treating them with honesty and respect.
I will not exploit the weakness of a computer system for personal gain or personal satisfaction for myself or others.
I will adhere to all library policies and will follow the appropriate reporting procedures for any illegal or unethical practices that come to my attention.

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Staff Member’s Signature and Date

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Staff Member’s Printed Name

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Library Branch Name/System Name

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