March 2017 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Job Posting - Thomas Township LIbrary
by Tari Dusek 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY, 8207 SHIELDS DRIVE, SAGINAW MI 48609 LIBRARY CLASS SIZE 3 DATE 03-01-2017 CLOSING DATE 03-08-2017 JOB SUMMARY: THE THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY IS SEEKING A FULL-TIME YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN. THIS EMPLOYEE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTING ACTIVITIES, SERVICES AND PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN TO ADULTS. PERFORMS COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT TASKS FOR YOUTH RESOURCES, INCLUDING THE CATALOGING OF MATERIALS. PROVIDES ASSISTANCE IN THE SUPERVISION AND TRAINING OF THE SUPPORT STAFF. IN THE ABSENCE OF THE DIRECTOR, THIS PERSON IS ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE DAILY OPERATIONS OF THE LIBRARY. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: INSTRUCT AND ADVISE PATRONS IN USING THE ON-LINE CATALOG DATABASES, REFERENCE MATERIAL PROCEDURES AND LOCATING MATERIALS. PROVIDE REFERENCE AND READERS’ ADVISORY SERVICES TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. ASSIST WITH CIRCULATION INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, OPENING AND CLOSING TASKS, PROCESSING OVERDUE NOTICES, FEES AND FINE MANAGEMENT AND SHELVING. ASSIST WITH DAILY INTERLIBRARY LOAN DUTIES. INTERPRET AND APPLY POLICIES TO OPERATIONS. EVALUATE, SELECT, ACQUIRE AND DISCARD YOUTH MATERIALS TO MAINTAIN COLLECTION RELEVANCY. CATALOG YOUTH MATERIALS. PLAN, PREPARE, PROMOTE AND SET UP MEETING ROOM FOR STORY TIMES, SUMMER READING PROGRAMS, CRAFT ACTIVITIES, AND SPECIAL EVENTS. CONDUCTS WEEKLY STORY TIMES FOR TODDLERS 24 – 36 MONTHS OLD AND WEEKLY STORY TIMES FOR CHILDREN 3 – 5 YEARS OLD. CONDUCTS OUTREACH TO AREA SCHOOLS. OVERSEES THE CHILDREN’S READING ROOM FOR ORDERLINESS. PLAN AND ASSEMBLE DISPLAYS. GIVE TOURS AND INSTRUCT ORGANIZATIONS IN THE USE OF THE LIBRARY. CONDUCT THE MONTHLY ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP. ATTEND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS AS REQUIRED. ATTEND MONTHLY LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS. SORT AND SET UP YOUTH MATERIALS FOR THE ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE. THESE ARE INTENDED ONLY AS ILLUSTRATIONS OF THE VARIOUS TYPES OF WORK PERFORMED. THE OMISSION OF SPECIFIC DUTIES DOES NOT EXCLUDE THEM FROM THE POSITION. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BACHELORS DEGREE IN A RELATED FIELD, MLS DEGREE PREFERRED LIBRARY OF MICHIGAN CERTIFICATION OR WILLINGNESS TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATION 1 YEAR EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A LIBRARY SETTING DOCUMENTED EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN AGES 1-18 STRONG COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE AND LITERACY AVAILABLE TO WORK REGULARLY SCHEDULED DAYS, EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS MUST BE ABLE TO STAND FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME ABLE TO REACH MATERIALS ON 90 INCH HIGH SHELVING AND FLOOR LEVEL SHELVING CAPABLE OF LIFTING A MAXIMUM OF 30 POUNDS FRIENDLY, OUTGOING AND ENERGETIC PERSONALITY THE THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR PATRONS AND EMPLOYEES. IN ORDER TO ACCOMPLISH THIS GOAL, A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED BEFORE THE SELECTED CANDIDATE CAN BE FULLY EMPLOYED. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF CURRENT LIBRARY PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES KNOWLEDGE OF AUTOMATED LIBRARY CIRCULATION SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE OF CURRENT CHILDREN’S SERVICES AND LITERATURE ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE CLEARLY, IN WRITING AND ORALLY ABILITY TO PRODUCE WRITTEN NEWS RELEASES TO PROMOTE PROGRAMMING & SERVICES ABILITY TO WORK COOPERATIVELY WITH PATRONS OF VARYING AGES AND LIBRARY STAFF ABILITY TO MEET DEADLINES SKILL IN OPERATING OFFICE EQUIPMENT, COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE, ESPECIALLY MICROSOFT OFFICE SKILL IN NAVIGATING THE INTERNET AND USING EMAIL SKILL IN CREATING CONTENT USING FACEBOOK COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: SALARY WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND WILL BE BASED ON EDUCATION AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE. SINGLE SUBSCRIBER HEALTH INSURANCE 457B EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION SUBMIT RESUME TO: THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 8207 SHIELDS DR. SAGINAW, MI 48609 OR jbttl_vac(a)hotmail.com Tari Dusek Director Thomas Township Library 8207 Shields Drive Saginaw, MI 48609 989 781-3770 Phone 989 781-3881 Fax

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Smoking Policy
by Miriam Andrus 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

Hello Library Friends, We have several people that smoke right outside our front door, making our library smell of smoke. We would like to create a policy that keeps smokers away from the building a reasonable distance. Do any libraries have a policy regarding this issue? If you could share it would be appreciated. Thank you, -Miriam Andrus, Director Big Rapids Community Library

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Reminder: Seeking Summer Reading ideas for 2019/2020
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) is looking for the best of the best slogans for our 2019 theme Space. We are also looking for general themes for 2020. These suggestions should be thought provoking, exciting, and accessible to all libraries! Put on your thinking caps & share your suggestions by completing this form by Wednesday, March 8: https://goo.gl/forms/iRoXNmZd1O0RjNa82 Please note, I've also added a question about the online, downloadable manual! 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> www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan>

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Job Posting: Otsego District Library hiring 2 part-time library clerks
by Andrea Estelle 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

Hi Everyone, Come join our awesome team: Otsego District Library is looking to hire (2) friendly and helpful part-time library clerks for evenings and weekends. This would be a great opportunity for someone searching for a second part-time library job or looking for evening work with an occasional weekend shift. The vibrant Otsego District Library serves 14,230 residents with a budget of $518,000 and a staff of fifteen. The current beautiful library facility opened for service to the community in 2009 and is an 18,000 square foot, LEED-Silver Level building. A dedicated library millage voted in perpetuity provides 75% of the library's operating revenue. The library offers innovative programming; in 2016, attendance at library programs doubled. The staff and library community take pride in the beautiful facility and collection. The library has many reciprocal borrowers from surrounding areas. The library has a staff known for its commitment to outstanding customer service and a supportive board that is responsive to the community. Otsego is located in beautiful southwest Michigan, fifteen miles north of Kalamazoo, thirty miles south of Grand Rapids, and only forty minutes from Lake Michigan. The Otsego area offers affordable living, excellent schools, convenient shopping, and an outstanding quality of life. Please share and thanks for considering! JOB DESCRIPTION: LIBRARY CLERK Duties and Responsibilities: o Assists in processing and pre-processing of library materials o Checks in materials o Assists with weeding and deleting items o Assists with reserves and interlibrary loan o Waits on patrons at the circulation/reference desk, answers telephone o Provides tech help for library's digital collection (Overdrive, Hoopla, Ancestry, etc.) o Assists patrons with basic computer help on the patron computers o Supervises library pages o Assists with library programs occasionally Tasks: * Evaluates condition of materials upon check-in o Answers patron questions in person and on the telephone * Maintains professional behavior appropriate to a public setting * Maintains library confidentiality regarding patron records * Other duties as assigned Necessary skills and abilities: o High school diploma required, college experience is highly desirable o Previous library experience is highly preferred o This position requires a friendly and helpful personality * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing * Ability to interact appropriately with the public * Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently * Ability to operate a cash register, copy machine, fax machine, and laminator o Ability to work independently and establish effective priorities * Basic computer skills necessary: Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, ability to learn library software, ability to navigate and copy/paste from the internet, email, and assist patrons with basic internet use JOB POSTING: LIBRARY CLERK Hourly: Average 12 hrs/wk, $10/hr Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay as per the Otsego District Library Employee Handbook STARTING SCHEDULE: *May be subject to change * Mondays 3-8:30, * Tuesday or Wednesday 530-830, * Every other Thursday 3-8:30, * Every fifth Saturday 8:30-3 Additional hours may be available occasionally during Summer Reading Program and other busy times of year, or as needed for subbing. This position is supervised by the Library Director & Assistant Library Director POSITION POSTING: March 1 - March 31 at 5 PM. INTERVIEWS will be held the week of April 10. HOW TO APPLY: Email your Resume, Cover Letter and Application together as a single PDF file to: Library Director Andrea Estelle, aestelle(a)otsegolibrary.org <mailto:aestelle@otsegolibrary.org> . Application can be found on library's website, www.otsegolibrary.org <http://www.otsegolibrary.org> . Paper submissions, electronic submissions in formats other than a single PDF, and late submissions will not be accepted. Thank you for your interest in employment at Otsego District Library! Andrea Estelle, MLIS Library Director Otsego District Library Brighten the Corner Where You Are Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library <http://www.otsegolibrary.org/> www.otsegolibrary.org

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United for Libraries -- Get Involved: Serve on a Committee in 2017-2018
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

Please see message below from the United for Libraries, a division of ALA, that supports efforts of trustees and library friends. If you can encourage interested members to reply to the organization using the online form shown below there is an opportunity to gain experience and network with fellow library supporters at the national level. Shannon Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov From: trustees-request(a)lists.ala.org [mailto:trustees-request@lists.ala.org] On Behalf Of Beth Nawalinski Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 4:10 PM To: friends(a)lists.ala.org; trustees(a)lists.ala.org; foundations(a)lists.ala.org; statefriends(a)lists.ala.org Subject: [trustees] Get Involved: Serve on a Committee in 2017-2018 Get Involved: Serve on a United for Libraries Committee Do you have a particular skill or passion you would like to share with other library supporters around the country? Personal members of United for Libraries are invited to serve on committees<http://www.ala.org/united/about/committees> to help further the organization's mission. Personal members of United for Libraries who are interested in serving on a committee should complete the online form<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z5WDPFK> by Monday, March 6, 2017. Most committees<http://www.ala.org/united/about/committees> meet during the ALA Midwinter Meeting, and some may meet during the ALA Annual Conference. Virtual participation may be available. Committee appointments are made by the United for Libraries president-elect. Members will be notified of their committee appointment(s) by May 15. Personal membership in ALA and United for Libraries is required for committee service. Group members (Friends Boards, Foundation Boards, and Boards of Trustees) are not eligible. If you have any questions or experience any problems completing the form, please reach out to me directly via email or call our office at the number below. Thank you, Beth Beth Nawalinski Deputy Executive Director United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 859 W. Lancaster Ave, Unit 2-1 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 800-545-2433, ext 2161 bnawalinski(a)ala.org<mailto:bnawalinski@ala.org> www.ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united>

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ALA News for February 28, 2017
by Steven Bowers 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

ALA News for February 28, 2017 ALA strongly protests rollback of protections for our nation’s transgender students http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/ala-strongly-protests-rollba… American Library Association and Cox Communications partner to narrow digital divide for low-income families http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/american-library-association… Libraries Respond website features timely information on serving immigrants, GLBTQ, indigenous populations http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/libraries-respond-website-fe… American Library Association gears up for 2017 ALA election http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/american-library-association-ge… ALA names Honorary Member http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/ala-names-honorary-member Lisa Hinchliffe named inaugural recipient of the Larry Romans Mentorship Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/lisa-hinchliffe-named-inaugu… Bill Nye and co-author Gregory Mone are Auditorium Speakers at 2017 ALA Annual Conference http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/bill-nye-and-co-author-gregory-… Sandra Uwiringiyimana, author of How Dare the Sun Rise, is Auditorium Speaker at 2017 ALA Annual Conference http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/sandra-uwiringiyimana-author-ho… Tools to help you celebrate libraries, library workers during National Library Week, April 9-15 http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/tools-help-you-celebrate-librar… 2017 American Dream libraries announced http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/2017-american-dream-librarie… 2017 Summer Learning Resources Grant recipients announced http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/2017-summer-learning-resources-… Nevada County (California) Community Library awarded 2017 Baker & Taylor Summer Reading Grant http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/nevada-county-california-com… PLA awards recognize 12 individuals and public libraries representing excellence http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/pla-awards-recognize-12-indi… ACRL releases Students Lead the Library: The Importance of Student Contributions to the Academic Library http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/acrl-releases-students-lead-lib… Applications now being accepted for the 2017 John Cotton Dana Awards http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/applications-now-being-accep… LLAMA Webinar series expands communication skills beyond speaking and writing http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/llama-webinar-series-expands… ALCTS Exchange Call for Virtual Poster Proposals Deadline Extended to March 17 http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/alcts-exchange-call-virtual-pos… John Dewees awarded Jan Merrill-Oldham Professional Development Grant http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/john-dewees-awarded-jan-merrill… CRKN-Érudit Partnership receives ALCTS Collaboration Award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/crkn-rudit-partnership-receives… Robert Bremer recipient of Ulrich’s Serials Librarianship Award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/robert-bremer-recipient-ulrich-… Swanson Best of LRTS Award to Kelly J. Thompson http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/swanson-best-lrts-award-kelly-j… ALCTS’ Piercy Award to Sarah Potvin http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/alcts-piercy-award-sarah-potvin Brian E. Coutts named winner of RUSA’s Isadore Gilbert Mudge award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/brian-e-coutts-named-winner-rus… New Advanced eCourse: Project Management Fundamentals for Librarians http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/02/new-advanced-ecourse-project… New eCourse: Using and Understanding Library of Congress Classification http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/new-ecourse-using-and-understan… Volume 1 of the Music Library Association’s authoritative music collection resource http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/volume-1-music-library-associat… New Workshop: Dealing with Challenging Patrons http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/new-workshop-dealing-challengin… Incorporating yoga and movement into storytimes http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/02/incorporating-yoga-and-movement…

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WARNING - POSSIBLE PHISHINGBaldwin Public Library: Library Page Job Posting
by Rebekah Craft 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

Good morning, The Baldwin Public Library is accepting applications for a Library Page position. The job posting is available on Baldwin's employment webpage <http://www.baldwinlib.org/get-involved/employment> and is also attached. I would like to encourage anyone who is interested to apply. Applications are due on Friday, March 17, 2017. Thanks, Rebekah *--* *Rebekah Craft* *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 www.baldwinlib.org 248-554-4682

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WARNING - POSSIBLE PHISHINGBaldwin Public Library: Part-Time Youth Services Librarian Job Posting
by Rebekah Craft 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

Good morning, The Baldwin Public Library is accepting applications for a part-time, 28 hours per week, librarian in our Youth Services department. The job posting is available on Baldwin's employment webpage <http://www.baldwinlib.org/get-involved/employment> and is also attached. I would like to encourage anyone who is interested to apply. Applications are due on Friday, March 17, 2017. Thanks, Rebekah *--* *Rebekah Craft* *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 www.baldwinlib.org 248-554-4682

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