March 2017 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Long Serving Staff Members
by Trish Burns 17 Mar '17

17 Mar '17

Happy Friday! I am doing an article for PLA online about long serving staff members (as opposed to long suffering staff members:). If you have any with 50 years or service or more, please email me with details. Thanks! Trish Burns, Director Bay County Library System 500 Center Avenue Bay City, MI 48708 tburns(a)baycountylibrary.org 989-894-2837 ext.2214

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CSLP 2017 Build A Better World Promotional Items
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 17 Mar '17

17 Mar '17

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[Job Opportunities] Clerical Assistants: Circulation and Systems
by BTPL Careers 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

Greetings, all-- We have two Clerical Assistant positions opening at the Bloomfield Township Public Library. The descriptions are attached. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking a professional and resourceful Clerical Assistant to support the Library’s 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.

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Patron surveys
by Moss, Melba 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

Would anyone be willing to share their best patron survey (that helped them to evaluate services and plan for future needs?) We would really appreciate it. Melba J. Moss Public Service Coordinator St. Clair County Library System 210 McMorran Blvd. Port Huron, MI 48060 (810) 987-7323 x136 mmoss(a)sccl.lib.mi.us

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Author event
by DeCenso, Emanuela 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

Good morning, I am in, after so many unsuccessful tries to join MichLib-I. Thank you very much. If you won't mind posting our event that happens on Tuesday, March 21 we will be very grateful for that. Find the flyer included, and see if you could simply extract those powerful "keywords". Thank you very much again. http://library.madonna.edu/pdf/DHayda.pdf Emma Emanuela DeCenso B.S., M.L.I.S. Reference and Instruction Librarian Liaison to the College of Education Madonna University Library 36600 Schoolcraft Rd. Livonia, MI 48150 734-432-5679<tel:734-432-5679> edecenso(a)madonna.edu<mailto:edecenso@madonna.edu> Current hours: Mon-Thur 8:00 am - 4:30pm "The lasting pleasures of contact with the natural world are not reserved for scientists but are available to anyone who puts himself under the influence of earth, sea and sky, and their amazing life." -Rachel Carson P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail IMPORTANT NOTICE TO EMAIL RECIPIENTS: This email communication may contain confidential information intended only for the addressees. Please do not read, copy, or disseminate this communication unless you are the intended addressee. If you have received this message in error, treat it as confidential and please notify the sender by reply email, destroy the original message, all content and copies.

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JOB: Director, Mequon, WI (Milwaukee area)
by John 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

Public Library Director: Mequon-Thiensville, WI (Milwaukee area) The Board of Trustees of the Frank L. Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville seeks a dedicated and energetic leader to serve as Library Director. This position is open due to the retirement of the current director. The library is a joint library that serves the 27,000 residents of the north suburban Milwaukee communities of Mequon and Thiensville. These communities, located on the western shores of Lake Michigan, offer small-town charm, a high quality of life, and easy access to the urban amenities of a large city. The library is a cultural focal point for the community, known for its emphasis on the arts and innovative technology. It operates with an annual budget of $1M+ in a beautiful Georgian style brick building of 33,600 square feet. Weyenberg Library enjoys strong local support, including a very active Foundation. For information on the community and the library and to apply for the position, please visit www.johnkeister.com/weyenberg <http://johnkeister.com/weyenberg/> Applications received by April 17 will receive first preference. We welcome phone and email inquiries. John Keister and Associates Executive Search for Libraries www.johnkeister.com <http://www.johnkeister.com/> info(a)johnkeister.com p: 847-955-0541

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Job Posting/ University Library System and School of Library and Information Science Dean/ Wayne State University
by WSU School of LIS 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY SYSTEM AND SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY DEAN SEARCH Wayne State University is seeking as dean of the School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) a dynamic individual with outstanding leadership and administrative skills and a strong commitment to collaboration, innovation and service to help define, articulate, plan and promote all areas of the Wayne State University Library System (WSULS). Reporting to the provost, the dean will work closely with all academic and administrative units of the university to advance a forward-thinking vision for the WSULS and SLIS and to promote their role as valued campus partners in the teaching, learning and research enterprise. The dean oversees five major administrative areas with a total operating budget of more than $25 million: (1) four libraries, including two special libraries, a learning resources center and two off-campus service sites; (2) an ALA-accredited graduate school of library and information science with 450 graduate students; (3) the Walter P. Reuther Library of Labor and Urban Affairs, an internationally recognized archive; (4) media services and classroom design and support for the university; and (5) the Detroit Area Library Network (DALNET), one of the nation's most progressive multi-type library systems. Essential Functions: University Libraries and Archives: Partner with deans, faculty, students and staff in developing and administering library and archive resources and services; collaborate with scholars and researchers both within and outside of the university; manage a budget of over $25 million while working to develop innovative ways to improve the fiscal resource base; work with campus community to engage in the innovative use of physical library and archive facilities; maintain these facilities in the best way possible for the use of all members of the campus community; partner with staff to provide a collaborative, innovative environment while providing professional development opportunities for all; work with campus partners, enhance faculty teaching and student learning experiences through the creative and innovative application of classroom technology; partner with University Development and Alumni Affairs to engage in philanthropic activity to increase the level of funding raised through philanthropy. School of Library and Information Science: Collaborate with the associate dean of SLIS and faculty to support an innovative curriculum while enhancing the online master's program and enrollment management functions, including recruitment; support the development of new degree programming; support the professional growth and advancement of tenured, tenure track, and adjunct faculty and academic staff; oversee the $2.5 million SLIS budget; partner with faculty to increase the number of research awards and grants in SLIS; work with SLIS stakeholders to maintain ALA accreditation. Qualifications: Earned doctorate and extensive record of scholarly achievement in library and information science or a related field; national and international stature in the library profession; significant involvement in graduate education with qualifications for tenure at the rank of full or associate professor; commitment to the mission of an urban university and to the promotion of diversity and multiculturalism among faculty, students and staff; dedication to excellence in scholarship and teaching; knowledge of higher education trends and a vision of educating future information professionals in an evolving marketplace, including collaborations with other disciplines; proven ability in academic leadership and administration; commitment to shared governance and a collaborative approach to working with other schools and colleges; established commitment to open decision making and a consultative management style; ability to create and maintain a close working relationship with central university administration and all other units within the university; ability to develop and maintain relationships with alumni, citizens and stakeholders in the Detroit community and beyond; demonstrated financial management and budgeting skills; ability to advance the WSULS and SLIS through fundraising and development efforts; ability to advance the university's 2016-21 strategic plan, Distinctively Wayne State University; and support efforts toward completion of the university's $750 million capital campaign goal, including $187.5 million in new endowment funds. For more information, please visit https://library.wayne.edu/info/about/dean_search/ The University Library System and School of Library and Information Science Wayne State University Dean Search | Wayne State University Libraries<https://library.wayne.edu/info/about/dean_search/> library.wayne.edu The online resources and services of the Wayne State University Libraries To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by April 1, 2017. Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. ________________________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wayne State University School of Library and Information Science 106 Kresge Library Detroit, MI, 48202 313-577-1825 • Toll free: 877-263-2665 • Fax: 313-577-7563 www.slis.wayne.edu<http://www.slis.wayne.edu/> • asklis(a)wayne.edu<mailto:asklis@wayne.edu> [1485794032858_PastedImage]

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Fw: [ALCTS-colldv] NASIG 2017 Award Winners Announced
by Robert P. Holley 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

Congratulations to to the three Michigan librarians who received awards. Bob Dr. Robert P. Holley Professor Emeritus, Wayne State University 13303 Borgman Avenue Huntington Woods, MI 48070-1005 email: aa3805(a)wayne.edu phone: 248-547-0306 ________________________________ From: colldv-request(a)lists.ala.org <colldv-request(a)lists.ala.org> on behalf of publicist(a)nasig.org <publicist(a)nasig.org> Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2017 9:10 AM To: publicist(a)nasig.org Subject: [ALCTS-colldv] NASIG 2017 Award Winners Announced The NASIG Awards & Recognition committee is pleased to announce the 2017 award winners: First-Timer Award: Ricardo Andrade, Columbia University Kimberly DeRosa, University of Colorado – Denver Moon Kim, California State University – Fullerton Katherine Mason, Eastern Michigan University Dejah Rubel, Ferris State University Fritz Schwartz Serials Education Scholarship: Celia Gavett, University of Buffalo Horizon Award (sponsored by EBSCO): Fiona McNabb, PubMed Central John Merriman Joint NASIG/UKSG Award: Melissa Cantrell (NASIG), University of Colorado – Denver Eimear Evans (UKSG), Queen’s University - Belfast (sponsored by Taylor & Francis) John Riddick Student Grant: Bethany Greene, University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill Courtney McAllister – University of South Carolina – Columbia Sarah Paige, University of North Texas Mexican Student Grant Award: Eva Gabriela Leyva Contreras, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México Paraprofessional Specialist Award: Patrick Kenney, Wheaton College Tamara Finch, Ferris State University Rose Robischon Scholarship: Katy DiVittorio, University of Colorado – Denver Leigh Ann DePope Publicist, NASIG, Inc. publicist(a)nasig.org | @NASIG ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Established in 1985, NASIG is an independent non-profit organization working to advance and transform the management of information resources in all formats and business models. For more information about NASIG and our member opportunities, please visit http://www.nasig.org/.

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2017 Device Purchasing
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 16 Mar '17

16 Mar '17

The REMC Device Purchasing Bid purchase window is scheduled to open on April 19, 2017<x-apple-data-detectors://39> and will run through September 30, 2017<x-apple-data-detectors://40>. In early April, we should have a list of the preliminary awards available along with prices, so you can begin planning! Not familiar with this program? Check out an article by Woodlands Co-op Director Kate Pohjola-Andrade in the January issue of the LM Dispatch newsletter about their experiences: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/17e864c In short, this program allows libraries to buy computer hardware at great prices. Any questions, email spot(a)remc.org<mailto:spot@remc.org>. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan Sent from my iPad

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Re: [Michlib-l] Books free to a good home
by Diane Greiner 15 Mar '17

15 Mar '17

Correction - 3 copies are available, unmarked. Sorry about that. From: Diane Greiner [mailto:croton.twp.lib.director@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2017 7:09 PM To: 'michlib-l(a)mcls.org' Subject: Books free to a good home We have 4 copies of the book Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh available. 3 copies have no markings. The 4th has library markings. Please tell me how many copies you would like and supply your RIDES number. Thank you, Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 8260 S. Croton-Hardy Drive Newaygo, MI 49337 231-652-1615 <mailto:crodg@llcoop.org> crodg(a)llcoop.org

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