May 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Braille FAFSA Books
by Anna Curtis 14 May '15

14 May '15

Hi, We received one copy of both the 2015-2016 FAFSA Application and the Web Worksheet (both in Braille) by mistake. I spoke with the Education Publication Department that sent them to us and they do not want them back. We don't have a need for either, but am hoping someone on here may. Please let me know if you would like me to send either or both books to your Library. Thanks! Anna M. Curtis, Director City of Eaton Rapids Public Library 220 S. Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 517-663-8118 ext. 8110

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seeking applicants now for communications outreach position.
by Suzanne Dees 14 May '15

14 May '15

Position: Communications, Outreach & Public Relations Manager (40 hours/week) Annual Salary: $36,000 - $40,000 Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package to include employee medical/Rx, dental, and life insurance, deferred compensation, and pension. Available: June 1, 2015 Position Summary Responsible for planning, writing, and managing content for marketing, branding, public relations and internal communications for the Cooperative under the general direction of the Director. Duties will include development and implementation of a marketing plan that supports the Cooperative's goals and heightens public awareness and engagement with library services. Primary Responsibilities * Carry out a wide range of marketing activities that communicate the value of Cooperative services. * Develop a Cooperative brand and ensure consistent use of that brand. * Coordinate development of Cooperative websites and/or social media outlets to assure design integrity, visual quality, and effective communication; create photographs/graphic elements for website; develop features and sections that highlight activities of member libraries. * Use social media techniques to promote Cooperative-wide library services and resources. * Prepare print and electronic publications and presentations; manage effective internal communications with public library members. * Provide on-going training and other communications that will ensure public library staff are informed, engaged and comfortable using Cooperative services so that staff will pass along that enthusiasm and training to their communities. * Maintain effective relationships with media; represent Cooperative to media; prepare PSAs and solicit media coverage of Cooperative services and programs. * Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing strategies and provide regular written reports for publication and presentation to the Board. Support for Member Libraries and Friends Groups * Encourage member libraries to coordinate special events and Cooperative-wide program tours. * Serve as an informed source for guidance in marketing and public relations planning. * Provide public relations templates, as needed, in order to publicize events and strengthen support for libraries. * Develop a Cooperative-wide newsletter with content that is of general interest to the public, features library events, staff-picks reviews, etc. * Assist member library directors to develop and evaluate their marketing plans by recommending national campaigns and regularly reviewing marketing strategies. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing or related field. Minimum one (1) year demonstrated experience in communications and/or marketing. Demonstrated experience with social media. Proficient in MS Office, desk-top publishing and web design. Good graphics and photography skills. Knowledge of media production, communication and social media techniques. Understanding of branding principles. Experience in developing and implementing marketing strategies to meet organizational goals. Good oral and written skills. Training and public speaking experience preferred. Proof-reading skills. Initiative to establish priorities and meet deadlines. Some travel to library members and some overnights required. Valid Michigan driver's license and transportation for travel. Other physical requirements: Manual dexterity, visual acuity, and keyboard skills to operate computer, fax, and copier. Ability to drag/carry up to 20 pounds. Ability to answer the telephone. Application procedures: Submit cover letter and resume to Attention: Director, Superiorland Library Cooperative, 1615 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855. Include a description of your most successful marketing campaign along with examples of your own work on that campaign. Provide a written description of how you effectively integrate traditional marketing and new media tactics into your work. Position will remain open until filled. The Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posted by Suzanne Dees Superiorland Library Cooperative 1615 Presque Isle Avenue Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 228-7697 ext 110

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Summer Reading advice
by Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 14 May '15

14 May '15

I know that I am late, late, late, but I need some final SRP info - I would like to know how smaller (Class 3 / Class 4) libraries are formatting their reading programs - - How do you track reading - by books / pages / minutes (time)? - Do you give prizes at different levels? - What are you giving for prizes? Does everyone get the same prizes? Thanks in advance for your replies (off-list is probably best)! 😉 Helena Hayes, Director Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 188 E. Michigan Ave. Galesburg, MI 49053 269-665-7839 (phone) 269-665-7788 (fax)

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Job Posting - Full Time Adult Librarian, Waterford Township Public Library
by Hansen, Jean 14 May '15

14 May '15

Please see the job description here: http://www.twp.waterford.mi.us/Departments/Fiscal-and-Human-Resources/Job-O… Job application form that Waterford requires for all township positions is here: http://www.twp.waterford.mi.us/Reference-Desk/Documents/Forms/General-Appli… Along with the application form, please also submit your resume. Deadline for applications is June 1. [http://intranet/wp/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/wat-logo.jpg] Jean Hansen Head of Adult Services Waterford Township Public Library 5168 Civic Center Dr Waterford MI 48329 p. 248.618.7682 jhansen(a)waterfordmi.gov<mailto:jhansen@waterfordmi.gov> www.waterford.lib.mi.us www.facebook.com/WaterfordLibrary

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Food and Beverages in the Library
by Corey Friedrich 14 May '15

14 May '15

I am interested in hearing about the experiences of other public libraries regarding allowing food and beverages in the library. We have a fairly open policy about allowing food and drinks in our building and haven't experienced any of the feared damage to library property, but we have had an issue with trash and patrons having food delivered to the library. What have other libraries done to regulate the use of food and beverages in their buildings? Corey Friedrich, M.L.I.S. Director Chippewa River District Library Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

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The Impact of Summer Reading
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 14 May '15

14 May '15

For those interested in the impact of Summer Reading, you may want to view the Library of Virginia webinar on their current impact study. Please see the IMLS post on the webinar below. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Begin forwarded message: To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2648&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=16…>. [IMLS logo] May 14, 2015 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648> The Impact of Summer Reading The Library of Virginia is studying how children and teens use reading programs. A May 19 webinar will explore some of the findings. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=5778<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648> About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648> and 35,000 museums<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648>. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2648>.

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Job Announcement - Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan
by White, Shannon (MDE) 14 May '15

14 May '15

Library Law Consultant Position Library of Michigan, Michigan Department of Education, Michigan The Library of Michigan, located in Lansing, seeks to add a Library Consultant to its Statewide Services department to provide support and consultation to library staff throughout Michigan and participate as a team member for statewide library development. This position provides general consultation with a specialization in legal issues and laws related to libraries for the Michigan library community and coordinates statewide activities for the Library of Michigan, including presentation of educational programs and the creation of resources related to legal issues and general library management. This position provides departmental staff with information and advice on legal issues of libraries. Extensive independent judgment and interpretation is required to carry out assignments that have impact on libraries in Michigan as well as services or programs provided by Library of Michigan. The position represents the Library of Michigan at state and national levels, participates in pertinent professional associations and acquires continuing education essential to carry out job responsibilities. Qualifications: ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science and preferred Juris Doctorate and membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar. Link to more information, including a position description and application instructions here: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/michigan/default.cfm Deadline to apply is June 14, 2015 at 5pm EST. Please share with colleagues that you may thing are interested in the position. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Consider being a sponsor or site for the Summer Food Service Program and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp>

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Free Ophthalmology Books
by Kay Spomer-PIDL 14 May '15

14 May '15

If anyone is interested, we have a set of Clinical Ophthalmology books to give away, five volumes plus index, 1982 revised. Will ship in RIDES. Kay Spomer Presque Isle District Library 181 E. Erie St. Rogers City, MI 49779 Ph: (989) 734-2477, ext. 226 Fax: (989) 734-4899 cattech(a)pidl.org Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.

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Furniture Giveaway
by Christian Dunham 14 May '15

14 May '15

Howdy, Giving away a round wooden table and a 4 station computer desk, with two standing stations and two sitting stations. Pictures attached. Christian Dunham Caro Area District Library 989-673-4329 x 106 christian(a)carolibrary.org

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Internet filtering software available through TRIG
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 14 May '15

14 May '15

The Technology Readiness Infrastructure Grant (TRIG) is pleased to announce a statewide internet content filtering purchasing opportunity for Michigan schools and public libraries. This opportunity is being made available as part of the Data Services Collaborative Activity of TRIG and is being led by the Greater Michigan Educational Consortium (GMEC) in partnership with REMCAM. As the result of their responses to an Invitation to Bid, two vendors, iboss and Lightspeed, have been awarded statewide contracts for Michigan. Any public library in Michigan can choose to purchase internet content filtering products and services from either vendor at the special library pricing. Details on the pricing and contract overview for both awarded vendors can be found on the TRIG website at http://22itrig.org/activities/data-service-collaborative/statewide-internet…. (Note: the $.50/FTE price on the web page is for school districts. Special library pricing is on the pricing sheets available on the web page.) Details on the purchasing process will be made available soon. Additional details on this opportunity can be found at http://22itrig.org/activities/data-service-collaborative/statewide-internet…. Please feel free to contact Project Manager Karen Hairston at karen(a)remc.org<mailto:karen@remc.org> with any questions. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4457 Fax: 517-373-5700 http://mi.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Consider being a sponsor or site for the Summer Food Service Program and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp> [image004]

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