January 2017 - Michlib-l

Part-time Customer Service Associate Position
by Robert Chartrand 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

The East Lansing Public Library (ELPL) is looking for a dynamic, part-time Customer Service Associate. We seek someone with strong customer service experience, proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and an interest in developing new skills. Our Customer Service Associate will work with the ELPL Customer Services Team to provide an excellent experience for our patrons by helping them access library materials and services. We are looking for someone with demonstrated experience working with the public, using computers and other technologies, and who has an interest in advocating for the library. All ELPL staff will: work evenings and weekends; serve on the library service desk or at the Maker Studio; provide basic technology instruction; participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation services; and assist in the care of the facility and collection maintenance. The full posting and description can be found on our website at http://www.elpl.org/content/working-library Robert Chartrand Circulation Supervisor East Lansing Public Library 517-351-2420 (Library) 517-319-6943 (Office) _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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Reminder: Money Smart Week 2017
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

To register your event for Money Smart Week<http://www.moneysmartweek.org/> & for details on how your library can receive free copies of A Dollar For Penny to give-away at your Money Smart Week story time program, submit your request at the following link before January 27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> Register now! [https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/MILOM/2015/01/4171…] Register now to celebrate Money Smart Week 2017 [Cathy Lancaster]The Library of Michigan encourages libraries to join the 2017 Money Smart Week campaign. Money Smart Week partners and Novi Public Library are working together to provide public libraries in Michigan with books and materials to encourage both children and parents to learn basic money concepts in fun and engaging ways. Financial literacy is a core 21st Century skill for all age groups. During Money Smart Week 2016, Michigan libraries across the state held more than 200 story times and gave away donated books to more than 8,000 families in 53 counties. We hope to build on this success by once again promoting Money Smart Kids Read and encouraging you to request free copies of the Step Into Reading book, A Dollar For Penny, for your Money Smart Week story times. Please consider participating in this wonderful opportunity for your community members. We would also like to thank Julie Farkas at the Novi Public Library for her role in once again helping coordinate this program for Michigan Libraries, and the Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates for their generous donation of books. For more information and details on how your library can receive copies of A Dollar For Penny for your Money Smart Week story time program, submit your request at the following link before January 27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. --------------------------------------------------- DETAILS: Money Smart Week(r) (MSW) is just around the corner and we have a fabulous opportunity for you to obtain, read and give away free books to children attending a story time at your library! MSW is a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. This is achieved through the collaboration and coordinated effort of hundreds of organizations across the country including financial institutions and other businesses, schools, libraries, not-for-profits, places of worship, government agencies and the media. National MSW Partners include the American Library Association and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, among others. These groups work together once a year to stress the importance of financial education, inform consumers about where they can get help and provide free educational seminars and activities throughout the week. Programming is offered to all demographics, ages and income levels, and covers all facets of personal finance from savings basics and establishing a budget, to first-time home buying and retirement planning. The effort was created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002. Money Smart Week partners will be hosting public events April 22-29, 2017. Between April 22-29, 2017, libraries and communities across the country will be hosting financial education events for people of all ages, including youth! Michigan libraries have a unique opportunity to obtain free copies of the Step Into Reading book, A Dollar For Penny, to give away to children - if your library agrees to host a money-themed story time event during Money Smart Week, April 22-29, 2017. http://www.randomhousekids.com/books/detail/60655-a-dollar-for-penny?isbn=9…<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> The Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates has once again generously offered to purchase copies of this book for you to hand out at a story time. More than 200 Michigan libraries successfully participated in "Money Smart Kids Read" last year! What does it mean to "participate" you ask? 1. Register as a Money Smart Week Partner today at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. (Note: if you registered as a MSW partner last year, your login username and password should still be valid. Please test this before you attempt to enter your story time details, just in case you need to reset your password or re-register.) 2. Plan a story time event about money to be held between April 22-29, 2017. Recommended age for A Dollar For Penny is 4 - 6 years old. 3. Request to participate in this initiative, and the number of books you think you'll need, by completing this SurveyMonkey questionnaire before January 27. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> 4. Between January 15th and March 31st, login and register your story time event(s) details at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. 5. Proactively promote your Money Smart Kids Read program through all your channels of communication. 6. Consider ways in which volunteers from your local community credit union can participate (help checking families in, passing out the books, helping with crafts, serving refreshments, etc. Whatever would be helpful to you!) If someone from your local credit union reaches out to you, please be sure to engage them. 7. Take delivery of your books mid-March, and store them until the time of your event. 8. At your event, announce that your story time is part of the national Money Smart Week initiative, read the A Dollar For Penny book (and other relevant, age-appropriate books from your collection), perhaps do a craft activity (decorate piggy banks, color pictures that feature money, sing money songs, do finger plays, etc.), and then hand out the free books to families who attend! 9. After your event takes place, enter your attendance numbers into the Money Smart Week Partners website.<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Yep. It can be that easy. (Although, if you want to plan more money-related events for youth or adults, we can help you with that too! Email the Chair and she can share a children's librarian list of ideas with you.) There must be a catch, right? Here it is: By January 27th, the Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman needs to know how many free copies of the book you can use! There is a limited quantity, so it's first come, first served. The books will be shipped to the Novi Public Library (thank you Julie Farkas!), sorted, packaged, and distributed through the state-wide RIDES/TLN delivery service. Your order should arrive at your library around March 23. Please complete the Survey Monkey questionnaire to request participation in Michigan's Money Smart Kids Read initiative, and obtain free books for families in your community. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Questions about this initiative or Money Smart Week in general? Feel free to contact Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman, Kelly Masters, directly at 248.761.1762 or MoneySmartMichigan(a)gmail.com<mailto:MoneySmartMichigan@gmail.com>. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Guns in Libraries
by Nannette Miller 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

And yet counties can ban them in court houses? That doesn't make sense. Nannette Miller Elk Rapids District Library On Jan 10, 2017 9:26 AM, "Christine Hage" <christine.hage(a)rhpl.org> wrote: Earlier this morning I posted some case law about schools being allowed to prohibit guns. I have since been informed that schools are not governments, like some libraries are, which allows them to prohibit guns. Evidently governmental units, such as PA 164 of 1877 libraries and district libraries, are not allowed to prohibit guns. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 <(248)%20650-7122> Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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Guns in Libraries
by Christine Hage 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

Earlier this morning I posted some case law about schools being allowed to prohibit guns. I have since been informed that schools are not governments, like some libraries are, which allows them to prohibit guns. Evidently governmental units, such as PA 164 of 1877 libraries and district libraries, are not allowed to prohibit guns. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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Some new case law that may apply to gun prohibitions in local libraries
by Christine Hage 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

http://www.grbj.com/articles/86903-michigan-appeals-court-rules-on-guns-at-… On of the interesting comments is "School districts are not formed, organized or operated by cities, villages, townships or counties, but exist independently of those bodies," judges Elizabeth Gleicher, Kirsten Frank Kelly and Douglas Shapiro wrote, just a few days after hearing arguments. " PA 164 of 1877 libraries and district libraries, it would seem to me, have similar status. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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JOB OPPORTUNITY
by Myla Stuart 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

*Young People’s Librarian* *Comstock Township Library* *General Description:* This is a full-time administrative and technical librarian position involving the supervision of Young People's library service. Individual must be committed to excellence in customer service. This position is responsible for supervising the Young People's service staff, coordinating with other library services and initiating and executing Young People's library programs. Duties include selecting materials for the Young People's collection, community outreach, monitoring behavior of children, maintaining collection, and training staff. The work requires that the employee have considerable knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of the public library field, particularly as it relates to Young People's library services. The individual must be flexible with scheduling. *Supervision Received:* Works under the direction of the Director. *Examples of Duties:* - Provides amiable and professional services to the public and library staff. - Directs and supervises the operations of Young People's library service; makes assignments to staff; trains and evaluates staff. - Develops and executes programs and services to meet specific needs of young people ages 0-18. - Provides reference service to young people and teachers and provides reader's advisory service. - Is responsible for the evaluation and selection of services and materials for young people. - Assists in promoting library use, especially programs and services of the Young People's Department. - Develops and coordinates all Young People's outreach programs to local nursery schools, day care centers, as well as elementary and secondary schools. - Prepares and presents innovative library programs and supervises program presentation by subordinate staff. - Monitors the conditions of the Young People's service area. - Meets with members of the library and others in order to coordinate activities and exchange information. - Assists in reviewing and updating Young People's library service policy, as assigned. - Represents the library on Young People's services committees and serves as the authority for service to young people within the library. - As part of the management team, rotates with other department heads to act as Librarian-in- Charge for the Director in the Director's absence. Performs related work as required. - Collaborates with and facilitates adult or combined departmental programming when appropriate. - Catalogs materials as needed according to RDA standards. - Works with the Public Services Librarian and Information Services Librarian as part of the Library's management team, and covers adult reference when required. *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* - Familiarity with the principles and practices of public library functions. - Comprehension of the needs and abilities of young people and the available library materials and services. - Excellent written and oral communications. - Windows-Based computer experience. - Proficiency with basic troubleshooting for PCs. - Ability to administer the activities of Young People's library service and supervise the work of others. - Capability of making short and long-term development and operations plans. Ability to develop and execute programs for Young People's library service. - Good-decision making skills in an environment of limited resources and competing claims. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials of other agencies and the general public. - Ability to work in an environment subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. - Adapts well under stress from deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions. - Must be flexible with scheduling; includes weekends and evenings. - Familiarity with current technological trends and social media. *Minimum Requirements* - ALA accredited M.L.S. or M.L.I.S. course work or continuing education in service to Young People. Progressively responsible library administration experience including 2-3 years experience working with youth. - Experience in planning and executing programs for 0-18 age group. This position is salary, nonexempt. Benefit package. Salary begins at 39k. Open from 1/4/17 to 1/27/17 Send resume and cover letter to: Comstock Township Library ATTN: Myla Stuart, Director P.O. Box 25 Comstock, MI 49041 Or email to: comstockdirector(a)gmail.com Note: The description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. -- *Myla-Jean Stuart, Director* Comstock Township Library 6130 King Highway PO Box 25 Comstock, Michigan 49041 269-345-0136

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[Job Opening] Systems Technician at Bloomfield Township Public Library
by BTPL Careers 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

[X] Greetings-- The Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking a professional, friendly and resourceful Systems Technician to support the Library’s computer hardware and software needs. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is a Class 5 library, with a service population of 41,070 people. There is strong community support for the Library and its collections, services and programs offered. Technology is integrated into Library services. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality service to the staff and the public and the desire to work in a collaborative team environment. POSITION TITLE: Systems Technician DEPARTMENT: Systems, reporting to Systems Department Head HOURS: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends on a flexible basis WAGE & BENEFITS: $20.41 per hour to start with an increase after successfully completing a 90 day orientation period. Benefits include: vacation, sick, holiday, personal business, and emergency time. Health, dental, and optical insurances, term life and disability income insurance provided. Eligible for deferred compensation and other voluntary benefits. Professional membership and opportunity to participate in professional development available. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the library’s Microsoft and Cisco networks. Set up, maintain, troubleshoot and repair computer hardware and software. Support the Library service platform and associated RFID equipment and POS system. Support patrons and staff in the use of the library technology. Assist in design and development of the library’s website. REQUIREMENTS: • Associate degree in computer-related field • Work experience in Microsoft Server OS, Internet Information Services (IIS), DNS, DHCP, Exchange, Windows Server Update Service • Work experience in VMware vSphere Infrastructure and Barracuda backup, archive, spam and web filters and Symentec End-point. • In-depth knowledge of computer hardware and software. • Excellent communication skills and positive public service commitment. • Able to lift, push and/or pull at least 50 pounds. • Able to visually review materials and discern voice and audible tones. PREFERRED: Work experience in Cisco network administration. Application, resume, cover letter, due January 30, 2017. Application is available on the Library’s website at www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org/>. Mail to: Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 OR email to careers(a)btpl.org

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Job posting on behalf of Kalkaska County Library
by Nannette Miller 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

*DIRECTOR* Kalkaska County Library The Kalkaska County Library (KCL), located in Kalkaska, Michigan is situated in a rural region of Northwest Lower Michigan. Service population: 17,500; budget: $353,000; circulation: 35,000. KCL has earned statewide recognition for its dedication to providing excellence in library services. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and the ability to relate to the community, staff and supporters. Excellent organizational skills and progressive outlook preferred. The director will be required to advance existing public relation and outreach efforts, staff development and team building, plus collaborate with Board of Trustees (BOT), Village and County Officials for the common goal of constructing a New Library & Community Center via an upcoming Capital Campaign. The successful candidate must live within the region or be willing to relocate to the region. *MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: *Must have a master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university. Must be certified, or be eligible for certification from the Library of Michigan, for a Librarian’s Permanent Professional Certificate. Business orientation or background is desired. Salary: $50,000 - $56,000 with benefits Position remains open until filled. Screening of applications begins February 2, 2017. Send resume and letter of interest to: Library Board President, Kalkaska County Library, 247 S. Cedar Street, Kalkaska, Michigan 49646 or hiringcommittee.kcl(a)gmail.com. -- Nannette Miller | Director Elk Rapids District Library 231.264.9979 | erlib.director(a)gmail.com | elkrapidslibrary.org

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Job Posting
by Myla Stuart 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

*Young People’s Librarian* *Comstock Township Library* *General Description:* This is a full-time administrative and technical librarian position involving the supervision of Young People's library service. Individual must be committed to excellence in customer service. This position is responsible for supervising the Young People's service staff, coordinating with other library services and initiating and executing Young People's library programs. Duties include selecting materials for the Young People's collection, community outreach, monitoring behavior of children, maintaining collection, and training staff. The work requires that the employee have considerable knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of the public library field, particularly as it relates to Young People's library services. The individual must be flexible with scheduling. *Supervision Received:* Works under the direction of the Director. *Examples of Duties:* - Provides amiable and professional services to the public and library staff. - Directs and supervises the operations of Young People's library service; makes assignments to staff; trains and evaluates staff. - Develops and executes programs and services to meet specific needs of young people ages 0-18. - Provides reference service to young people and teachers and provides reader's advisory service. - Is responsible for the evaluation and selection of services and materials for young people. - Assists in promoting library use, especially programs and services of the Young People's Department. - Develops and coordinates all Young People's outreach programs to local nursery schools, day care centers, as well as elementary and secondary schools. - Prepares and presents innovative library programs and supervises program presentation by subordinate staff. - Monitors the conditions of the Young People's service area. - Meets with members of the library and others in order to coordinate activities and exchange information. - Assists in reviewing and updating Young People's library service policy, as assigned. - Represents the library on Young People's services committees and serves as the authority for service to young people within the library. - As part of the management team, rotates with other department heads to act as Librarian-in- Charge for the Director in the Director's absence. Performs related work as required. - Collaborates with and facilitates adult or combined departmental programming when appropriate. - Catalogs materials as needed according to RDA standards. - Works with the Public Services Librarian and Information Services Librarian as part of the Library's management team, and covers adult reference when required. *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* - Familiarity with the principles and practices of public library functions. - Comprehension of the needs and abilities of young people and the available library materials and services. - Excellent written and oral communications. - Windows-Based computer experience. - Proficiency with basic troubleshooting for PCs. - Ability to administer the activities of Young People's library service and supervise the work of others. - Capability of making short and long-term development and operations plans. Ability to develop and execute programs for Young People's library service. - Good-decision making skills in an environment of limited resources and competing claims. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials of other agencies and the general public. - Ability to work in an environment subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. - Adapts well under stress from deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions. - Must be flexible with scheduling; includes weekends and evenings. - Familiarity with current technological trends and social media. *Minimum Requirements* - ALA accredited M.L.S. or M.L.I.S. course work or continuing education in service to Young People. Progressively responsible library administration experience including 2-3 years experience working with youth. - Experience in planning and executing programs for 0-18 age group. This position is salary, nonexempt. Benefit package. Salary begins at 39k. Open from 1/4/17 to 1/27/17 Send resume and cover letter to: Comstock Township Library ATTN: Myla Stuart, Director P.O. Box 25 Comstock, MI 49041 Or email to: comstockdirector(a)gmail.com Note: The description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. -- *Myla-Jean Stuart, Director* Comstock Township Library 6130 King Highway PO Box 25 Comstock, Michigan 49041 269-345-0136

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Job posting
by Nannette Miller 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

*DIRECTOR* Kalkaska County Library The Kalkaska County Library (KCL), located in Kalkaska, Michigan is situated in a rural region of Northwest Lower Michigan. Service population: 17,500; budget: $353,000; circulation: 35,000. KCL has earned statewide recognition for its dedication to providing excellence in library services. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and the ability to relate to the community, staff and supporters. Excellent organizational skills and progressive outlook preferred. The director will be required to advance existing public relation and outreach efforts, staff development and team building, plus collaborate with Board of Trustees (BOT), Village and County Officials for the common goal of constructing a New Library & Community Center via an upcoming Capital Campaign. The successful candidate must live within the region or be willing to relocate to the region. *MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: *Must have a master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university. Must be certified, or be eligible for certification from the Library of Michigan, for a Librarian’s Permanent Professional Certificate. Business orientation or background is desired. Salary: $50,000 - $56,000 with benefits Position remains open until filled. Screening of applications begins February 2, 2017. Send resume and letter of interest to: Library Board President, Kalkaska County Library, 247 S. Cedar Street, Kalkaska, Michigan 49646 or hiringcommittee.kcl(a)gmail.com. --

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