Overview

The Jamaica Library Service provides under the Ministry of Education & Youth, a Public Library Network and a Schools Library Network.  The organization is managed at two levels through a Central Statutory body - the Jamaica Library Board and the local Parish Library Committees. 

The Service is organized with the administrative headquarters in Kingston and a network of service points scattered throughout thirteen (13) parishes, which are arranged in six (6) regions.  At the administrative level the organization is headed by a Director General who reports directly to the Board of Directors.  read more...

Mission Statement

The JLS exists to enable national development through the creation and support of a knowledge-based society of culturally aware lifelong learners by providing universal access to information. This will be achieved by being customer-focused and technology-enhanced; in an aesthetically pleasing environment; and by a well-trained, competent, motivated and empowered team.

Our Vision

In the year 2016, we are a well-resourced, well-managed and technology-enhanced organization, with well trained, competent and satisfied staff providing universal access to information and knowledge, resulting in excellence in customer service, an information literate society and a positive impact on national development.

Core Values - RICOA

• Respect

• Integrity

• Commitment

• Open-Mindedness

• Accountability

JLS Island-wide Network Coverage as at January 2008

The Board of Directors

The Jamaica Library Service is managed at two levels through the Central Statutory Body, The Jamaica Library Board and local Parish Library Committees. read more...

The Jamaica Library Service Headquarters

The Service is organised with the administrative headquarters at 2 Tom Redcam Drive in Kingston with a network of service points scattered throughout thirteen (13) parishes, which are arranged in six (6) regions  learn more...

The National Library Network

The National Library Network (NLN) was established as a result of a restructuring exercise within the organisation.  The NLN is headed by the Senior Director and has responsibility for the operation of both the Schools and Public Library Networks.

• The Public Library Network read more...
• The Schools Library Network read more...

Other Activities and Services

All Parish Libraries promote a variety of activities in order to encourage the reading habit and stimulate interest in special subjects read more...

Jamaica Library Service Reports

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• JLS Annual Report for April 2006 - March 2007 available here

• JLS Annual Report for April 2005 - March 2006 available here

• JLS Annual Report for April 2004 - March 2005 available here

• JLS Annual Report for April 2002 - March 2003 available here

Comuter & Internet Use Guidelines

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