(1) General essential standards for public libraries are as follows:

(a) The library board provides continuing education for the director and staff members by allocating funds to support continuing education costs, including travel expense and salary.

(b) Paid staff persons are present during 90% of all open hours.

(c) The board must adopt and review a personnel policy every three years.

(d) The library maintains written, up-to-date job descriptions.

(e) All libraries must have internet access for staff.

(2) General enhanced standards for public libraries are as follows:

(a) Volunteer programs have written policies, procedures, and job descriptions.

(b) Every staff member attends at least one continuing education eligible training program per year.

(c) Appropriate library staff have e-mail accounts available for communication and professional development.

(d) There is at least one personal computer for staff use only.

(3) General excellent standards for public libraries are as follows:

(a) Regardless of population, total library staff is not less than one full-time employee.

(b) The library board encourages and supports staff involvement in community organizations and activities.

(c) Employees have access to health insurance and retirement through the public library.