January 2018 - Michlib-l

Job Posting: Head of Youth Services
by Jessica Enget 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

The Lincoln Township Public Library has extended their search and continues to accept applications for the position of Head of Youth Services. This is a salaried full-time position with benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program and one to three years of professional experience in a library setting required. Benefits include Health Insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and a retirement savings plan. Under the direction of the Director, the Head of Youth Services focuses the activities of their staff team; leads the department in providing programs, services, and collections that educate and entertain children and families; and addresses and promotes infant, child, and adolescent learning and development in library services. This person enjoys collaboration, is a team builder open to innovation, and establishes a welcoming, supportive, and functional environment for youth, their caregivers, and department staff. Anyone interested may apply by providing a cover letter, updated resume, and 3-5 professional references by end of day Friday, January 26, 2018. Interested applicants should send their documents to: jenget(a)lincolnlib.org Available employment opportunities at Lincoln Township Public Library can be found at: https://lincolntownshiplibrary.org/employment/ Employment Opportunities – Lincoln Township Public Library<https://lincolntownshiplibrary.org/employment/> lincolntownshiplibrary.org Adopted 4/19/16 Employment Postings/ Application Policy All open employment positions will be posted for 12 consecutive business days on the Library’s entrance ... Regards, Jessica Enget Director Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W John Beers Rd Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 ext 126

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ALA News for January 2, 2018
by Steven Bowers 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

ALA News for January 2, 2018 NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION 2018 Intellectual Freedom Bloggers comment, report on censorship around the country The Intellectual Freedom Blog is a tool sponsored by the Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) for use within ALA membership and for outreach beyond OIF. Writers comment and report on censorship around the country. They opine about national news and events that impact intellectual freedom and privacy. They remark on expertise and research around academic freedom, Net Neutrality, and the First Amendment. They espouse professional ethics and principles. And most importantly, they engage readers, with creative content and original prose, to defend the freedom to read and right to think critically. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/12/meet-2018-intellectual-freedom-… Winter edition of RUSQ features RUSA president looking at challenge of working in reference in a world where people dismiss facts as "fake news" This issue of Reference and User Services Quarterly (RUSQ) offers a number of starting points for reflective practitioners. RUSA president Chris LeBeau looks at the challenge of working in reference in a world where the cry of “fake news” is used to conveniently set aside any facts that someone does not agree with. His column also serves as an introduction to the next issue, which is a special one devoted to “Trusted Information in an Age of Uncertainty.” http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/12/reference-and-user-services-qua… EMERGING LEADERS NEW MEMBERS ROUND TABLE Jewel Davis http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/12/jewel-davis-selected-2018-nmrt-… AWARDS AND GRANTS Call for Submissions 2018 PR Xchange Awards Competition http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/12/call-submissions-2018-pr-xchang… 2018 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards Entries Due Jan. 12 http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/12/2018-aiaala-library-building-aw… Accepting Applications for the 2018 Pat Carterette Professional Development Grant http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/01/accepting-applications-2018-pat… ALA PUBLISHING Practical, research-based solutions for the dysfunctional library http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/01/practical-research-based-soluti… ECOURSES Creating Early Literacy Programs: Connecting with Early Childhood Development http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/12/new-iteration-creating-early-li…

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Personal Time Compensation
by BillieJo Bluemer 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Hello, My Board is looking to review and possibly change our employee personal time policy concerning banking time from year to year and financial compensation. Please share information if you are allowed to carry personal time over from year to year; if there's a limit to how many days you can bank, and how you are financially compensated. My Board is considering allowing unlimited banking of days with financial compensation being paid out upon retirement (or leaving the position). If you receive a check upon retirement (or leaving the job) how is the amount calculated? Thanks! BillieJo Bluemer Director Rauchholz Memorial Library 1140 N Hemlock Rd Hemlock MI 48626 989-642-8621 billiejo(a)rauchholzlibrary.org

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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Millennial Visions & Earthly Pursuits: The Israelite House of David - January 10
by HSM Main 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, January 10 Millennial Visions & Earthly Pursuits: The Israelite House of David with Bob Myers, Historical Society of Michigan Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Participants can "attend" remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. "Millennial Visions & Earthly Pursuits: The Israelite House of David" will take place on Wednesday, January 10, at 7 p.m. Millennialist preachers Benjamin and Mary Purnell founded the Israelite House of David in Benton Harbor in 1903. Their religious commune soon gathered hundreds of members and became an economic powerhouse, with an amusement park, jazz band, and baseball team. Scandals and feuds rocked the colony, but it survives as one of America's oldest communal orders. _____ If you enjoy "sniffing out" and exploring Michigan's most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan's History HoundsT Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan's history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 Upcoming lectures include. Wednesday, February 14 "The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw": Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh Wednesday, March 14 The Mighty Mac: Connecting Michigan's Peninsulas <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other attendees.* For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. *For full interaction, microphone and webcam are required on your device. Instructions on how to remote-in to the workshop will be sent to attendees. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Job Posting - Part-Time Adult Services Librarian
by Rebekah Craft 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Good afternoon, We have an opening for a part-time Adult Services Librarian. The job posting is available on our employment webpage <https://www.baldwinlib.org/employment/> and is attached. I would like to encourage anyone who is interested to apply. Applications are due Wednesday, January 17, 2018. 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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mailing envelopes
by Pamela Spoor 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Please send medium and large mailing envelopes to zv212. Thank you

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Job Posting - Library Assistant
by Katie Dover-Taylor 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

William P. Faust Public Library of Westland Library Assistant - Circulation We are currently accepting applications for a 36 hour/week Library Assistant. To download an application, please visit www.westlandlibrary.org/about/jobs<http://www.westlandlibrary.org/about/jobs>. Starting wage is $9.50 hourly with paid holidays, vacation and personal leave. Position Summary: The Library Assistant will provide excellent customer service in person and over the telephone, checking in and checking out library materials, registering patrons and updating patron accounts, collecting money, entering library holdings in our online catalog, and assisting and directing patrons with the operation of library equipment. Two years of library experience preferred. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please send your resume and a completed employment application to: Diane Mehl Circulation Department Head 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185 diane.mehl(a)westlandlibrary.org<mailto:diane.mehl@westlandlibrary.org> Posting date: January 3, 2018

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New 6 week short story series offered
by Francine Menken 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

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password problems
by Barb Gudenburr 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Hi, I am trying to register for the PLA in Philadelphia and my password will not work. I have also tried to reset the password and that will not work. Please help! Thanks! Barbara Gudenburr Circulation Supervisor Canton Public Library [vsmCPLlogo]

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Evanced Solutions Signup software
by Melissa Huisman 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Hello! Has anyone used Evanced solutions product "Sign ups" successfully to give your own patrons preference when signing up for a program -without the barcode authentication option? If so, how did you do it? Thanks! Melissa Melissa Huisman, Library Director Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville 3338 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville MI 49426 Phone: 616-669-1255 X 5 Fax: 616-669-5150 Email: mhuisman(a)hudsonville.org

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