April 2017 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference - DATES!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Greetings! The dates and location for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries conference have been finalized. The 2018 conference will be held from April 30 - May 2 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, MI. Registration will open in early 2018. Keep your eye out this summer for the call for program proposals. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Evette Atkin Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Employment Opportunity
by Atkins-Eddins,Angela 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

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Wayne State SLIS Tenure and Promotion Decisions 2017
by Stephen Bajjaly 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

The Wayne State School of Library and Information Science is pleased to announce the following tenure and promotion decisions for 2017: * Hermina Anghelescu has been promoted to Full Professor * Deborah Charbonneau has received tenure and been promoted to Associate Professor * Xiangmin Zhang has received tenure and been promoted to Associate Professor Please join us in congratulating our valued colleagues and recognizing their significant academic achievements. Stephen T. Bajjaly Associate Dean and Professor School of Library & Information Science Wayne State University, Detroit, MI slis.wayne.edu<http://slis.wayne.edu/> [WSU_SLIS_50th badge final]

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Job Announcement: Part-Time Reference Librarian, Midland, MI
by Barnard, Melissa 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library has an opening for a Part-Time Reference Librarian. The position requires a Master's Degree from a library school accredited by ALA. Library experienced preferred. The starting hourly rate is $23.10. The position requires day/evening and weekend shifts. Applications must be received by 4:30 pm, Friday. May 5, 2017. Please apply to the City of Midland: http://cityofmidlandmi.gov/1412/Current-Job-Openings . Melissa Barnard, Director Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Rd. Midland, MI 48640 989-837-3431 989-837-3468 F www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/library<http://www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/library>

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Open Position at Muskegon Area District Library
by Jeri Wonders 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

[cid:image005.jpg@01D2BA8E.123AA000] Posting Date: April 20, 2017 Closing Date: May 4, 2017 Position: Branch Operations Manager Location: MADL Administration Salary: Exempt Full time - $56,000/year The Muskegon Area District Library has 10 locations throughout Muskegon County, including a Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. http://www.madl.org/ Muskegon County is located along the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline with waterfront, rivers, woods and dunes. You'll enjoy a lifestyle that is Pure Michigan. http://muskegon.org/go-muskegon/relocation-toolkit/ JOB SUMMARY This position has the responsibility for the overall planning, supervising, organizing, and implementing branch services for all the Muskegon Area District Library (MADL) branches in accordance with Library policies and procedures. This includes directing operations to meet patron and staff needs and working cooperatively with other management team members to fulfill the Library's mission. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Coordinates work schedules and attendance records according to library policies, procedures and union contract. * Serves as the primary channel of communication between branch services and the library director via meetings, memos and other communications. Keeps management informed of problems and recommends solutions. * Meets regularly and works cooperatively with the Administrative team regarding library policies, procedures and plans; conveys concerns and relays decisions and policies to branch staff; helps create and write policies and procedures. * Fosters and actively monitors the development and utilization of Lead Librarians and Team leaders; develops team work by setting standards for effective work behaviors and demonstrates them consistently; evaluates performance of branch staff. * Upholds the principles of intellectual freedom, privacy of records and the code of professional ethics. * Primary contact for the enforcement of MADL policies, procedures and the patron code of conduct involving concerns and issues by patrons. * Participates in at least one professional association; keeps aware of library developments and trends, online and other services. * Visits branches on a regular basis for meetings with Lead Librarians and Team Leaders to determine areas in need of modification and improvement for public services. * Maintains professional relationships with administrators, staff, professional and institutional organizations, the community at large and various outside agencies. * Works in conjunction with Human Resources Manager in the area of training, performance evaluations, seniority levels and staffing issues including participation in the interview process and others areas as needed. * Proposes changes and additions in branch services, procedures, staffing and assists in the development of long-range plans. * Assists with collection evaluations and makes recommendations for purchase or de-selection. * Ensures compliance of all pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances and library policies and procedures. * Ensures safety policies and procedures are current and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and library policies. * Routinely seeks out and identifies sources for grant funding opportunities. Prepares well-written and documented grant proposals. * Evaluate business needs, objectives and goals, researching products available and designating procedures to best meet MADL needs. * Review on a continual basis departmental procedures, MADL policies and procedures, staffing and equipment for maximum efficiency while controlling costs. * Enforce MADL policies and procedures as a member of management for all employees. * Prepares reports as needed for the Director, Management Team Members, Library Board and other agencies as required. * Attends board meetings as scheduled. * Performs related work as required. (Duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Extensive knowledge and experience with library operations and current trends and developments in the field of library science. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a diverse staff and patronage. * Demonstrated leadership skills. * Ability to work in a team environment and maintain effective working relationships with general public and employees. * Ability to multi-task in conjunction with daily operations. * Ability to exercise constructive judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems of procedural, organizational, administrative and technical nature. * Ability to recognize and re-assign priorities based on the needs of the organization. [cid:image006.jpg@01D2BA8E.123AA000] EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE * Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. * Four or more years of library experience. * One year as a Librarian. * Experience with the Sierra ILS preferred. * Experience with union contracts and labor relations preferred. WILL BE REQUIRED TO * Work a flexible schedule as needed. * Be on call for emergencies weekends and evenings. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently, sit, stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and reach forward and above the head. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty five (35) pounds such as boxes of books and equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and work is performed indoors. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of a valid driver's license and must have insured vehicle for use on Library business. *The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel so classified. To apply for this position send a completed application (applications can be found at www.madl.org<http://www.madl.org> ), resume and cover letter to: Muskegon Area District Library Attn: HR 4845 Airline Road Muskegon, MI 49444 Fax: 231-737-6307 Or email to jwonders(a)madl.org

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College readiness activities or programs?
by Michele D Behr 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Hello Michigan library folks, I am conducting a research project concerning library involvement in college readiness for teens. I am hoping to find out more about the kinds of things Michigan libraries are engaged in in this area. I am interested in hearing about any or all of the following: -- Library programming offered for teens that has to do with exploring college and career options -- Programs, websites, etc. sponsored by libraries, that are designed to assist with academic skills preparation for college -- Partnerships with schools or other organizations for the purpose of improving college readiness or preparation, or transition from high school to college -- Any other library outreach in the community that has goals related to college or career readiness Please respond directly to me. I would be happy to summarize for the list if other people are interested. Thanks! Michele Michele D. Behr Professor / Research & Instruction Librarian Swain Education Library 2810 Sangren Hall Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5353 269-387-5611 michele.behr(a)wmich.edu

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2017-2018 MiALA nominations open
by Heather Ladiski 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

This message is forwarded on behalf of the Michigan Academic Library Association nominations/elections committee. Excuse posting on multiple lists. Feel free to forward this information to anyone/group that may be interested in this information. Please send any questions to the nominations/elections committee at the contact information below. ******************************************************** Hi MiALA friends, Spring is here, and so is the call for Nominations to serve in the Michigan Academic Library Association! Leadership takes many forms within MiALA and this year, we are looking for nominations to Board positions, Section leadership positions, and Committee leadership positions. You probably know several colleagues who could do an excellent job of filling them - and don't be shy, we accept self-nominations too! If you are new to academic librarianship in Michigan, it's okay. We'd love to have you, and your fresh voice. This year, nominations will extend through the Annual conference, followed by elections. Our new leadership will join the team on July 1, 2017. There is a website with everything you ever wanted to know about MiALA elections at http://miala.org/election_central.php , but here are the basics: Open positions * Vice President/President-Elect, Secretary, Publicly Funded University Rep, Private College Rep, Community College Rep * Administration section chair-elect, AD section secretary, AD section member-at-large (x2) * Collections section chair-elect, CL section secretary, CL section member-at-large (x2) * User Experience section chair-elect, UX section secretary, UX section member-at-large (x2) * Advocacy Committee Chair, Communications & Marketing Committee Chair, Membership Committee Chair If you are interested in running, or in nominating a colleague, please find the appropriate form on the Elections website (http://miala.org/election_central.php) If you have any questions, please contact a member of Nominations/Elections committee (Rachel Minkin - minkinr(a)mail.lib.msu.edu<mailto:minkinr@mail.lib.msu.edu>, Suzanne Bernsten - bernss(a)lcc.edu<mailto:bernss@lcc.edu>, Angie Kelleher - kelleher(a)alma.edu<mailto:kelleher@alma.edu>). Rachel M. Minkin Head of Reference Services Michigan State University Libraries 366 W. Circle Dr. (23) East Lansing, MI 48824 517-884-0874 Past- President, Michigan Academic Library Association<http://www.miala.org/> Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA), a chapter of the Association of College and Research Libraries, welcomes all academic library personnel as well as students interested in pursuing academic library careers. ************************************************************ Heather M. Ladiski, CAP-OM Executive Assistant Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910-3657 800-530-9019 x133 Fax: 517-492-3885

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FOIA Requests
by Nancy Studebaker-Barringer 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

We received the FOIA request from OpenTheBooks that has been much discussed. We complied and sent info as requested. We use Quickbooks and it to about 20 minutes for the bookkeeper to export a report and make a few changes as requested. We have about 25 employees. I don't understand why there is so much resistance to just responding to the request. It seems some folks are spending more time trying to wiggle out of it or outsmart the folks making the request - than it would take to just comply and fulfill the information request. I believe in the value of transparency in government- even when it's inconvenient or uncomfortable for me and mine. NSB -- Sent from Gmail Mobile

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United for Libraries is seeking your input!
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

You can win a prize by participating in the United for Libraries survey! The survey link is below and can be accessed through April 30. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/united-pr United for Libraries is seeking Trustees, Friends of the Library groups, Foundations, library directors, library staff, and others to complete a survey by April 30 about its resources and what is needed by those who govern, support, or fundraise for their libraries. If you are not already familiar with the United for Libraries resources take a look. The Library of Michigan provides a statewide membership for all public libraries. This includes access to member resources on the UFL website and a newsletter mailed to the library. http://www.ala.org/united/michigan Contact the Library of Michigan at 517-373-1580 or your library director for access information. The statewide membership for Michigan in ALA's United for Libraries is supported with LSTA funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Shannon --------------------- Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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Collecting millage success rate statistics
by Kristy Cooper 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Hi everyone, I am doing some research on millage campaign success rates. Can you share with me (off list): 1. Your library's name 2. The population size you serve 3. How many mils did you ask for? 4. When did it pass and how long was it for? (e.g. 10 years) 5. How much did it pass by? Or not pass by? I will happily compile all of the results and share them with everyone. Thanks! -- Kristy Cooper Save the Westland Library Campaign: https://www.facebook.com/westlandlibrarians/

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