September 2017 - Michlib-l

Job Posting: FT Teen & Adult Services Librarian - Wixom Public Library
by Andrea Dickson 26 Sep '17

26 Sep '17

The Wixom Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic and community-minded full-time Teen & Adult Services Librarian. The successful candidate must enjoy working with patrons of all ages, have a strong commitment to providing high quality library services and be able to work a collaborative team environment. The complete posting and job description is attached and can also be found on our website: http://www.wixomlibrary.org/employment/ Applications are due Friday, October 13, 2017. Andrea Dickson Library Director Wixom Public Library 49015 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 (248) 624-2512

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Friends of Michigan Libraries Grant Opportunity Deadline Quickly Approaching
by Trish Burns 26 Sep '17

26 Sep '17

In honor of a founding member of the Friends of Michigan Libraries, Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) awards up to two grants annually. Each “Harriet Larson Founders Grant” is worth up to $400 each. They are designed to help Friends groups in their efforts to support, enhance and showcase their local library. The grants will be awarded by the Grants Committee based on the following priorities when reviewing applications, provided an applicant meets all of the eligibility requirements: 1. A new Friends group is being officially formed; 2. A Friends group that is being rejuvenated, with a higher priority given to a group with a longer period of inactivity; 3. An existing Friends group has a proposal for increasing membership, increasing community awareness, or a proposal for a novel approach to advocating for their library in the community. “Harriet Larson Founders Grant” applications received by September 30th of each year will be considered at the following FOML Board meeting. All applicants should be aware that the purchase or rental of equipment (such as audio-visual equipment or kitchen appliances) needed to implement the activities or events associated with this grant are not considered valid expenditures. The grant form has been designed for you to complete within Adobe Reader on your computer and you can find it <http://foml.org/site/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Harriet_Larson_Grant_web_ap…> here or on FOML's website at <http://www.foml.org/> www.foml.org. Please note: you cannot save information on the application. Be sure to print two copies, one for your records and one to be mailed to the address below. Please send your application to: FOML - Grants Committee c/o Dr. Charles D. Hanson Kettering University Library 1700 University Ave. Flint, MI 48504 with regards, Allison Arnold, FOML President Trish Burns, Committee Chair

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Program Announcement: ILS Information Session
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 26 Sep '17

26 Sep '17

Please consider joining us for this great info session on integrated library systems. Considering a new Integrated Library System? Not shopping now but know you'll have to in the future? Join us for an informational session on how to explore your options and make the best choices Celia Morse, Automation Services Consultant at The Library Network, has over 30 years of experience with public libraries and library automation. She will detail how to gather the needed information to make the right decision for your community. You can email Celia ahead of the session to ensure your specific concerns are addressed: cmorse(a)tln.lib.mi.us Friday, October 13, 2017 10:00am to 1:00pm Registration and refreshments start at 9:30am Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 Sponsored by the Continuing Education Committee of the Woodlands Library Cooperative $10 for all staff from any library Visit http://woodlands.lib.mi.us/ calendar/workshops for more information and to register -- Kate Pohjola Andrade, Director Woodlands Library Cooperative 517-629-9469 586-801-0725 - cell/text http://woodlands.lib.mi.us

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Job openings: professional support staff at GVSU
by Kristin Meyer 26 Sep '17

26 Sep '17

Colleagues, Grand Valley State University Libraries currently has two full time professional support staff positions open at our Mary Idema Pew Library. Please see this link for position details and application information: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/790/cw/en-us/filter/?work-type=pss%20-%20p… Best, Kristin Meyer User Experience Librarian meyerkr(a)gvsu.edu

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[NDL] Job Posting - Circulation Clerk
by Michael McEvoy 26 Sep '17

26 Sep '17

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Position: Circulation Clerk Starting Pay: $12.26 - $15.51/hour Hours: 21 hours per week, includes nights and weekends Benefits: Prorated paid time off for vacation, sick, personal business and holidays Responsibilities: Direct public service: provides positive, pleasant, professional service to the public at the Circulation desk; carries out procedures for checking materials in and out accurately; issues library cards according to library guidelines; handles money transactions; answers incoming calls and directs library visitors and callers to appropriate public service desks. Indirect public service: assists with database maintenance; monitors incoming materials for damaged or missing pieces and takes appropriate action; sorts and distributes delivery items; assists with identifying and retrieving long overdue materials; special projects when requested. Requirements: High school diploma, ability to learn quickly and work accurately, strong attention to detail, ability to communicate effectively on the telephone, ability to use time effectively, dependable, punctual, flexible, ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions, willingness to seek out assistance as needed in resolving conflicts or answering questions from library patrons, desire to serve the library public in a positive manner, ability to show concern for the feelings and views of others. Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time and the ability to bend, reach, stoop or crouch. Ability to push carts full of library materials. Please submit application and resume by October 7, 2017 to: Carla Eggert Administrative Assistant Northville District Library 212 W. Cady Northville, MI 48167 www.northvillelibrary.org Phone: 248-349-3020 Fax: 248-349-8250 [ mailto:ceggert@northvillelibrary.org | ceggert(a)northvillelibrary.org ] The Northville District Library is an Equal Opportunity employer This is a union position Michael McEvoy mmcevoy(a)northvillelibrary.org Technology Coordinator Northville District Library http://www.northvillelibrary.org TEXT ONLY/NO VOICE CALL : (248) 982-4918 or mightyspoo(a)gmail.com Phone via CAPTEL @ Library: (248) 912-0040 or (248) 924-9983 Remember, Technical Solutions to Social issues are inherently flawed! __________________| |____________________________________________ ,--. ,--. ,--. ,--. |oo | _ \ `. | oo | | oo| o o|~~ |(_) / ; | ~~ | | ~~|o o o o o o o o o o o |/\/\| '._,' |/\/\| |/\/\| __________________ ____________________________________________ | |

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[Job Opportunity] Systems Technician
by BTPL Careers 26 Sep '17

26 Sep '17

Greetings, All-- We have an excellent job opportunity at Bloomfield Township Public Library. See below or attached. --------------------------- EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking a professional, friendly and resourceful Systems Technician to support the Library’s technology 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. Salary range is $41,676 - $57,744. 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 website and integrated library system and digital resources. Design, develop and maintain the Library’s web presence. Support all aspects of the Innovative Interfaces integrated library system including all modules such as circulation, acquisitions, cataloging, serials, WebPAC and Encore. Implement and support the Library’s digital resources such as databases and streaming media. Coordinate library computer classes and use of the Computer Lab. Assist in the administration of the Library’s Windows and Cisco networks. Provide technology training to staff as needed. Other job responsibilities as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: • Associate degree in computer-related field or equivalent experience • Work experience in Web development such as architecture, design and maintenance, including: o HTML, CSS, XML and JavaScript o PHP and MySQL o Web development platforms such as Wordpress, Drupal, etc. o Linux/Apache Web server environment • 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 supporting integrated library system • Familiarity with MARC records. • Knowledge of PostgreSQL, Sierra REST API and Sierra DNA. • Public library experience • Experience with database and digital resources management Application, resume, cover letter, due Friday, October 6, 2017. Application is available on the Library’s website at 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 SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN TYPICAL WORK WEEK’S TASKS • Design and support Library’s website • Monitor and update Wordpress • Utilize analytics for website, catalogs, and databases to improve user experience • Customize Library’s Encore and classic catalogs • Configure and troubleshoot problems with databases and other digital resources • Configure EzProxy server • Update Sierra and Encore • Troubleshoot Sierra problems • Implement new features in Sierra and Encore • Assist in emergencies for network, Sierra, phone system, Email system, AV equipment • Plan, develop, and schedule computer classes for patrons • Review feedback to evaluate and improve computer classes • Support Envisonware RFID system • Assist in support of Envisionware PC management system • Support Techlogic sorting system. • Assist in monitoring and troubleshooting spam web filters • Participate in team effort of technology development • Prepare and maintain website documentation, web logs, and statistics • Internet connection • Provide training sessions to staff • Assist in answering and solving problems from staff on hardware and software • Directly assist staff and patrons with public PCs • Develop instructions and handouts to staff and patrons • Set up AV equipment for staff and public programs • Evaluate and recommend new technology and programs • Occasionally cover Computer Helpdesk • Other duties as assigned ------------------------ Best Regards, Linden Godlove Director's Secretary Bloomfield Township Public Library

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last chance! don't let these workshops pass you by!
by Jan Davidson 25 Sep '17

25 Sep '17

<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/partnering-outside-the-box-91.html> Licensing electronic resources: An introduction<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/licensing-electronic-resources-an-introduc…> Nancy Kirkpatrick, MCLS Oct. 3-4, 10:00am - 12:00pm Eastern (online)<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/partnering-outside-the-box-91.html> This basic workshop is designed for library staff who are new to negotiating licenses for electronic resources. This workshop would also be beneficial to library staff who do not negotiate with vendors, but who do work with electronic resources and/or ERM systems and need to understand license terms. [Note: this is an introductory workshop and is not geared toward experienced staff who have already negotiated licenses.] The workshop will address the basic concepts of contract law (licenses as contracts) and offer a hands-on look at the components of a standard licensing agreement. Partnering outside the box <https://store.mcls.org/index.php/partnering-outside-the-box-91.html> Amie Thomas, Brownsburg Public Library Oct 3, 2:00-4:00pm (online) Are your revenue streams decreasing or stagnant? Join us as we talk about partnering outside the box to help fund collections or programs. We'll talk about building partnerships with local businesses including space logistics, promotion, contracts (or not), and more. Be prepared to "partner outside the box"! RDA for non-catalogers <https://store.mcls.org/index.php/rda-for-non-catalogers-what-do-i-need-to-k…> Susan Pritts, MCLS instructor Oct. 4, 2:00 - 4:00pm Eastern (online) Have you thought that your catalogers been talking a new language lately? Using terms like RDA and FRBR? RDA Resources, Description and Access is the new cataloging standard, implemented in 2013 to replace AACR2. FRBR is part of the infrastructure of this new code. What does this mean to the non-cataloger? What kind of changes should library staff and the end user expect to see as a result of RDA? What are some of the major changes between AACR2 and RDA? Focus on your users<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/focus-on-your-users-improving-library-spac…> Michelle Boisvenue-Fox, Kent District Library, & Kristin Meyer, Grand Valley State University Oct. 6, 1:00 - 3:00pm Eastern (online) Public and academic library user experience practitioners will share an introductory look at the tools of the trade along with inside knowledge of Design concepts used in other industries. Learn how to adapt and apply these concepts to improve the spaces and services of your library. Questions? Email training(a)mcls.org. Want to see more class offerings? Visit https://store.mcls.org/ MCLS Home page - Welcome to the MCLS Store<https://store.mcls.org/> store.mcls.org Public and academic library user experience practitioners will share an introductory look at the tools of the trade along with inside knowledge of design concepts ...

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Special Request from Secretary of State Ruth Johnson
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 25 Sep '17

25 Sep '17

Attention Libraries in Southeast Michigan: Hello. As you know from our partnership with libraries, my name is Cathleen Simlar and I work for Secretary of State Ruth Johnson. The secretary asked me to request your help in spreading the word about SOSLive, a free family expo she is hosting at Waterford Mott High School on Saturday, October 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This first-of-its-kind event will include dozens of interactive activities, food, live music and traffic safety simulators for the public to experience. We will also have the full-service Secretary of State Mobile Office on site that day. We're hoping you can help us by sharing information about this event with your library patrons. To make things simple, I've created a few messages you can share through your various communication channels. I've also attached an image you can use and a flyer to post. In addition, I am providing an informational sheet on a rare opportunity for high school students to participate as "journalists" at a Student Press Conference during SOSLive where they can personally ask Secretary Johnson questions. If you are able to share this information with high school students, we would be most grateful! Thank you so much for your time. You can find more information about SOSLive at Michigan.gov/soslive<http://www.michigan.gov/soslive>. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Cathleen Simlar Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist, Executive Office Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 373-9080 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: Simlarc(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Simlarc@michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235> [Description: Description: Description: SOS logo small] <http://www.michigan.gov/sos> STAY CONNECTED: [Description: Description: Description: Facebook logo]<http://www.facebook.com/MichiganSoS> [Description: Description: Description: Twitter logo] <https://twitter.com/michsos> [Description: Description: Description: YouTube logo] <http://www.youtube.com/michsosoffice> [Description: Description: Description: GovDelivery logo] <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/new>

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Continuing Education Stipends from the Library of Michigan - Deadline September 30
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 25 Sep '17

25 Sep '17

Greetings! Did you know that Michigan library staff are eligible to apply for a Continuing Education Stipend from the library of Michigan? These stipends may be used for in-person and online library related continuing education events. Applications are reviewed the first week of each quarter based on an October Fiscal year. If you or your library staff wish to use a CE Stipend for an event after October 1, please apply prior to September 30. For more information, visit http://michigan.gov/cestipend. You can apply for a Continuing Education Stipend at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CEApplicationLM. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Special Needs Services Roundtable (SNSR) Fall meeting
by Jen Taggart 25 Sep '17

25 Sep '17

We still have room for more at our next Special Needs Services Roundtable (SNSR) meeting coming up on Thursday, October 5. If you have not attended a SNSR meeting before and you would like to discuss library services for youth, teens, and adults with special needs in an informal setting, consider adding this meeting to your calendar! Library science students are welcome too! * Share programming and collection ideas * Updates on resources and assistive technology, including Apps * Discuss accessibility and inclusion in the library After our networking lunch, we will hear presentations on "Social Sensory Architectures and Playscapes" (Sean Alquist, Assistant Professor of Architecture, Taubman College of Architecture & Urban Planning at the University of Michigan) and "Inclusion of Autism" (Ron Sandison, Author & Speaker on autism). For more info, see attached agenda. Meeting: Thursday, October 5 Time: 12 - 3 p.m. (You can purchase an optional pizza/salad lunch from Buddy's Pizza, or you may bring a lunch with you.) Place: Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 RSVP: Jen Taggart taggartj(a)btpl.org or (248) 642-5800. Jen Taggart Assistant Department Head, Youth Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 (248)642-5800<tel:(248)%20642-5800> www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org/> [cid:image001.png@01D30780.CF111D50]

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