October 2016 - Michlib-l

OverDrive Training Materials
by Dillon Geshel 02 Nov '16

02 Nov '16

Hello, I am looking for any resources librarians may have created for training library staff on using OverDrive to download digital materials. I have been utilizing the OverDrive Help page to draft some training materials on my own, but I thought I'd check and see if anyone has created their own materials I could use for reference. If you have worked with library staff on OverDrive training, I would also be interested in hearing how you structure that staff training, and what type of activities staff take part in during training. Thank you, Dillon -- Dillon Geshel Library Director Portage Lake District Library 58 Huron Street, Houghton MI (906)-482-4570

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1998 Encyclopedia Americana
by M. Converse 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

Need a nice set of encyclopedias? Alpena has one on offer. The American Lives set is still up for grabs, as well. M. Converse, Reference Department Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library zv010

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Support Services Supervisor
by Marcia Dominick 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

Employment Opportunity: Position: Support Services Supervisor, Permanent Part-Time Job Duties: * Assists Head of Support Services in supervising the department and staff and in developing policies and procedures; assists with hiring, training, and supervising of Clerks and Shelvers, including staff evaluations, scheduling, and timecards. Schedules and maintains appropriate staffing levels within the Support Services Department. * Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Module accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues; assists Library patrons while employing the Library's and City of Novi's customer service principles. * Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including sorting and loading carts for shelving; shelving of materials; shelf reading; processing holds, returns, and other materials from delivery; troubleshooting and maintenance operations of the AST System; answering main phone, directing calls, and making public address announcements as needed; and registering cash, check, and credit card transactions. * Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions, and demands; retains knowledge and stays up-to-date on current Library policies and procedures; communicates effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues; resolves problem situations and collaborates across departments in a positive manner. * Responsible for the overall maintenance and orderliness of the Library's collections, display areas, and department areas. Supervises the opening and closing procedures for the Support Services Department. * Assists in accomplishing the Library's and the Support Service Department's goals. * Assists, as assigned, with department volunteers; ordering of supplies and managing budget; processing mail; monitoring and posting information on public bulletin boards; and patron account database maintenance. * Assists, as assigned, to supervise and perform Outreach Services duties. Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads and unloads materials from carts. * Assists, as assigned, to supervise and perform Technical Services duties. Performs acquisitions duties, cataloging, MARC record maintenance, materials processing and maintenance, and processing of ILL and MeLCat materials. * Seeks professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate for the patrons. * Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: * High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. * One year of supervisory experience required. * Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement. * Proficient in MS Office, Internet browsers, and other computer related technology. * Ability to take direction willingly and easily adaptable to change. * Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable. * Strong attention to customer service. * Strong obligation to confidentiality. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. * Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. Hours: 27 hours per week * Monday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. * Tuesday, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. * Wednesday, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. * Thursday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. * Alternating Friday/Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Salary: $12.73 per hour Benefits: Time benefits (vacation, personal business, and sick) based on a part-time employee formula. Application: * Resume, cover letter, and application required. * Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/AboutUs/Employment.asp * Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 * E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:mdominick@novilibrary.org> Deadline: Monday, November 14, 2016, 6 p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Marcia Dominick | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Support Services Clerk
by Marcia Dominick 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

Employment Opportunity: Position: Support Services Clerk, Permanent Part-Time Job Duties: * Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Module accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues; assists Library patrons while employing the Library's and City of Novi's customer service principles. * Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including sorting and loading carts for shelving; shelving of materials; shelf reading; processing holds, returns, and other materials from delivery; troubleshooting and maintenance operations of the AST System; answering main phone, directing calls, and making public address announcements as needed; and registering cash, check, and credit card transactions. * Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions, and demands; retains knowledge and stays up-to-date on current Library policies and procedures; communicates effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues; resolves problem situations and collaborates across departments in a positive manner. * Assists with opening and closing procedures for the Support Services Department. * Assists with the overall maintenance and orderliness of the Library's collections, display areas, and department areas. * Assists in accomplishing the Library's and the Support Service Department's goals. * Assists, as assigned, to perform Outreach Services duties. Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads and unloads materials from carts. * Assists, as assigned, to perform Technical Services duties. Performs acquisitions duties, cataloging, MARC record maintenance, materials processing and maintenance, and processing of ILL and MeLCat materials. * Seeks professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate for the patrons. * Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: * High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. * Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement. * Proficient in MS Office, Internet browsers, and other computer related technology. * Ability to take direction willingly and easily adaptable to change. * Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable. * Strong attention to customer service. * Strong obligation to confidentiality. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. * Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. Hours: 19 hours per week * Monday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. * Tuesday, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. * Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. * Alternating Friday/Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Salary: $10.52 per hour Benefits: None Application: * Resume, cover letter, and application required. * Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/AboutUs/Employment.asp * Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 * E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:mdominick@novilibrary.org> Deadline: Monday, November 14, 2016, 6 p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Marcia Dominick | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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Let's Learn about Project Outcome!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

Have you heard of Project Outcome? PLA's current library initiative provides libraries not only with the tools to measure the impact your library's services have on your user base, but also provides libraries with a means of comparing their outcomes to other libraries throughout your state! For more information, visit LM's Project Outcome page<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_58063_78072---…> and check out this upcoming free webinar put on by PLA! Project Outcome: Communicating Your Results (Public Library Association) Thursday, Nov. 10 (12-1 pm) "Communicating Your Results" is the second in a series of three webinars designed to help library leaders and staff turn your Project Outcome results into action. This webinar builds upon a previous session about good practices for communicating about data; it will focus on turning survey results into compelling messages about a library's impact for internal and external audiences. This session will set up the final webinar about using Project Outcome data to support funding requests and grant proposals. Participants will also hear from other library leaders about their own experience and lessons learned from communicating about their Project Outcome survey results. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.ala.org/pla/onlinelearning/webinars Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Free Upcoming Continuing Education Opportunities
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

Greetings! Check these upcoming FREE webinars for library staff! Wednesday, Nov. 2 (12-1 pm) Not Just for Kids: STEM Programs Your Adult Patrons Will Love (Programming Librarian) Looking to add adult STEM programs to your offerings but aren't sure where to start? Join librarians from Princeton (N.J) Public Library and Phelps (N.Y) Community Memorial Library for tips on creating STEM programming adults are sure to love. For more information and to register, visit: http://programminglibrarian.org/learn Tuesday, Nov. 8 (1-2 pm) Serving Older Adults in a Changing World (WebJunction) With longer life expectancy and increasing diversity, older adults are reinventing aging and changing perceptions of their demographic. It's time to rethink how our libraries serve this important and growing segment of our patron base. This webinar will focus on trends and impacts of the aging population, and will share creative strategies for library staff to meet the evolving needs of older adults in a changing world. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction.html Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Public Library Association: Project Outcome
by Jim Flury 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

About Project Outcome: https://www.projectoutcome.org/ Link to first annual (2016) Project Outcome report: https://www.projectoutcome.org/Project-Outcome-Annual-Report-2016.pdf Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Donor Recognition Wall
by Mary Barker 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

We are considering putting up a Donor Recognition Wall in our library. We need ideas and information on the different giving levels for donors, design themes, and who is in charge of the donor recognition information? Any problems you have encountered? How long do names stay on the wall? Any photos of your Donor Recognition Walls would greatly be appreciated! Mary Barker mbarker(a)pentwaterlibrary.org Mary Barker, Director Pentwater Township Library 402 E. Park Street Pentwater, MI 49449-7710 231 869-8581

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Professional Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning & Tile Rewax
by Stanczak, Cindy 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

Hello all! How often do you have your carpets and upholstery professional cleaned and/or your tile floors stripped/buffed and rewaxed? It's not something we have budgeted, and I'm seeing a need for regular maintenance. I'd love to hear what other libraries do. Thank you! Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook!

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Employment opportunity City of Livonia, MI Librarian I (Part-time)
by Toni LaPorte 31 Oct '16

31 Oct '16

To apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/livonia/jobs/1564603/librarian-i-par… Toni LaPorte Library Director Livonia Public Library www.livonia.lib.mi.us laporte(a)livonia.lib.mi.us 734 466-2451 Job Bulletin http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/livonia_MI-150x150.gif CITY OF LIVONIA invites applications for the position of: Librarian I (Part-time) An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY: $21.92 /Hour OPENING DATE: 10/27/16 CLOSING DATE: 11/18/16 11:59 PM GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An employee in this classification has training and/or work experience in Adult literature and programming and works under the direction of an administrative supervisor who assists with difficult or unusual situations. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK: The Library is seeking a professional part-time Librarian to provide reference, instructional and reader's advisory services for patrons of all ages. Assists with instruction related to digital services and online products in both group and one-on-one settings. Develops collection areas as assigned, including selecting and weeding materials. Collaborates on programming for adults. Contributes to Library's online presence. Reports to Head of Adult Services. Requirements include but not limited to: 1. Strong communication and interpersonal skills 2. Public Library experience 3. Collection development experience preferred 4. Ability to use MS Office and other computer programs 5. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION.: 1. Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien with the right to work in the United States; and 2. Possess a Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited University. NOTE : Candidates must present Master's Degree at time of application. PARTS OF EXAMINATION AND WEIGHTS: 100% Interview NOTE : In the event the number of qualified applicants exceeds fifteen (15), an evaluation of the applications will be made; and the fifteen (15) applicants who have the most appropriate and responsible combination of experience and training will be invited to the interview. Candidates must pass the interview in order to be placed on the eligible list. NOTE : At the time of appointment, applicants are required to pass a complete pre-employment medical examination including drug testing conducted by a physician authorized by the City of Livonia PURPOSE : The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list to fill current, future Regular and/or Temporary vacancies HOW TO APPLY : Application can be made anytime online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/livonia or Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5: 00 p.m. at the office of the City of Livonia Civil Service Department at 33000 Civic Center Drive Livonia, MI 48154. If work experience and/or specific skills (e.g. typing, manual shorthand etc.) are listed as qualifications, it will be the responsibility of the applicant to describe their experience and/or skills sufficiently in the EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT HISTORY sections of the application form so that it may be determined if the experience and/or skills listed meet the stated qualification requirements. Applicants who do not comply will be disqualified from further consideration. Attachments or Resumes are not accepted in place of completing the information requested on the official application. However, you may attach extra pages to your application, if necessary, to provide a complete work history to supplement the Employment History section of the application. Applicants will be notified by e-mail of the time and place of the examination. PROBATIONARY PERIOD : Appointees must satisfactorily complete a six (6) month probationary period before the appointment will be considered regular. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: • Library Services and reference materials; Books and authors; Professional practices and techniques of library science. • On-line library systems and information resources. Ability to: • Use on-line resources and personal computers. • Select books and fill needs of patrons. • Perform reference and reader's advisory work. • Use and explain library resources. • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships. • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. • Develop and promote special library programs. • Maintain complex records and prepare reports. • Work evenings and weekends. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.ci.livonia.mi.us OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT: 33000 Civic Center Drive Civil Service Department Livonia, MI 48154 734-466-2530 civserv(a)ci.livonia.mi.us An Equal Opportunity Employer Job #1042 o.c. LIBRARIAN I (PART-TIME) EH Librarian I (Part-time) Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Do you possess a Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited University? YesYes NoNo * Required Question City of Livonia, Michigan Families, Neighborhoods, Central Location www.ci.livonia.mi.us | Facebook | Twitter This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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