December 2018 - Michlib-l

Fw: FINAL CALL: Proposals due Jan. 4 for 2019 Reference Research Forum
by Janet O'Keefe 13 Dec '18

13 Dec '18

It would be great to have some Michigan representation on this. Janet T. O'Keefe Librarian Flint Public Library 1026 E. Kearsley Flint MI 48503 810-232-7111 ________________________________ From: rusa-l-request(a)lists.ala.org <rusa-l-request(a)lists.ala.org> on behalf of Qiana M Johnson <rusa-l(a)lists.ala.org> Sent: Thursday, December 13, 2018 12:02 PM To: rusa-l(a)lists.ala.org Subject: [rusa-l] FINAL CALL: Proposals due Jan. 4 for 2019 Reference Research Forum Apologies for cross posts CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS: 2019 REFERENCE RESEARCH FORUM The Research & Statistics Committee of the Reference Services Section of the Reference & User Services Association (RUSA) invites submission of reference service research project proposals for presentation at the New Discoveries in Reference: The 25th Annual Reference Research Forum at the 2019 American Library Association Annual Conference in Washington, DC. Researchers and practitioners from all types of libraries, library school faculty and students, and other interested individuals are encouraged to submit a proposal. The committee is particularly interested in research around serving diverse patrons. The Reference Research Forum is a popular and valuable ALA Annual Conference program. Attendees have the opportunity to learn about innovative research projects conducted in reference services including user behavior, electronic services, reference effectiveness and assessment, and organizational structure and personnel. For examples of projects presented at past Forums, please see the Committee’s website: http://bit.ly/RSSResearchandStatistics. The Committee employs a blind peer review process to select three projects for 20-minute presentations, followed by open discussion. Identifying information will not be shared with reviewers until after final selection of projects. Selected submissions must be presented in person at the Forum during ALA Annual in Washington, DC. Criteria for selection: 1. Originality: Potential for research to fill a gap in reference knowledge or to build on previous studies  2. Quality: Research design and methodologies  3. Impact: Significance of the study for improving the quality of reference service   NOTE: Research projects may be in-progress or completed. Previously published research or research accepted for publication will not be accepted.   Important Dates: Proposals are due by Friday, January 4th. Notification of acceptance will be made by Monday, February 18th, 2019. The submission must not exceed the stated word count limit.    Submission Details: Submissions will be accepted as Word documents: SUBMISSION PAGE 1: Contact Information  Please include the primary contact’s name, title, institutional affiliation, mailing address, and email address. Additional research team members should also be noted in the appropriate field.   SUBMISSION PAGE 2: Research Description (250 Word maximum) The research description must not include any personally identifiable information, including your name, or the name of your institution. Please include these elements: 1. Title of the project  2. Explicit statement of the research problem  3. Description of the research design and methodologies  4. Findings or results if available  5. Brief discussion of the originality, unique contribution, potential impact, and significance of the research (if you use semi colons between items in a list, you need to make sure the entire list is a complete sentence.)   Proposals that exceed the word count or that do not follow the format described above will be automatically rejected. Questions about the Forum should be directed to the 2018-2019 committee chairs: Joseph Yue (contact.jyue(a)gmail.com<mailto:contact.jyue@gmail.com>) and Qiana Johnson (q-johnson(a)pobox.com<mailto:q-johnson@pobox.com>) — Qiana Johnson Collection and Organizational Data Analysis Librarian Assessment and Planning Northwestern University Libraries Northwestern University 1970 Campus Dr. Evanston, IL 60208 www.library.northwestern.edu<http://www.library.northwestern.edu/> q-johnson(a)northwestern.edu 847.491.2229 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The RUSA Membership List is the official electronic discussion list of the Reference and User Services Association, a division of the American Library Association. The list's address is RUSA-l(a)ala.org. When posting messages to this discussion list, please be sure they are sent from the e-mail address recorded in your member profile. 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MeL Minute: Meet MeL's New Engagement Specialists
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 13 Dec '18

13 Dec '18

Greetings! We are excited to officially introduce the Michigan library community to the new MeL Engagement Specialists who started their positions with the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) at the beginning of December. Please join us in welcoming Theresa and Ann! My name is Theresa Runyan and my position, Michigan eLibrary Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries at MCLS is not [Theresa Runyan] only new to me, it's new to MCLS. My job, in a nutshell, will be to assist and support the public library community with the Michigan eLibrary resources: how to use them and how to make them work for their patrons and themselves. My most recent experience has been with the Jackson District Library, where I served as a Branch Manager, Circulation Coordinator and Customer Service Specialist. I have a strong background in management, training, end-user trouble shooting, and marketing. I'm looking forward to working with all of you in this new position. So, please don't hesitate to reach out to me with any questions (runyant(a)mcls.org<mailto:runyant@mcls.org>; 800-530-9019 x151) or to set up a visit (https://mcls.org/melrequest<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>). [Ann Kaskinen]My name is Ann Kaskinen, and I am the new MeL Engagement Specialist, K12 for MCLS. While I received a library degree from Central Michigan University and have worked as a K12 Library-Media Specialist for nearly 16 years, I started my career teaching high school English, social studies, and public speaking. I have also served as a consultant for Allegan AESA and Traverse Bay Area ISD. More recently, I completed an internship at the Kalamazoo Public Library and served as teen librarian for Bay County Public Library in Panama City, Florida. As an advocate of MeL for most of my career, I am more than excited to assist school personnel with the navigation of the new eResources that can support K12 curriculum. I know it can be a challenge finding and utilizing new tools for instruction, but the new suite of EBSCO databases does not disappoint. I can't wait to share these new resources with you! If you have questions or would like to set up an on-site visit, please do not hesitate to reach out to me (kaskinena(a)mcls.org<mailto:kaskinena@mcls.org> ; 800-530-9019 x150) or to set up a visit (https://mcls.org/melrequest<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>). Brought to you by the MeL Team Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. MeL databases are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. #IMLS Grant Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/.

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Fwd: 2019 NSLA Summer Learning Awards
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 13 Dec '18

13 Dec '18

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LLAMA Practical and Applied Management Committee - Coming Webinar
by Reed, Nyama 13 Dec '18

13 Dec '18

My Boss Is a #### Please join the LLAMA Practical and Applied Management Committee on Thursday, December 20, 2-3pm EST for "My Boss Is a ####", a lively discussion on the topic of coping, managing, strategizing, and succeeding when you do not see eye-to-eye with your boss. This discussion is part of our supervisory conversation chat series called Practical Management or Practical Magic?, in which we strive to offer a synchronous forum for all interested participants--regardless of your membership status in ALA or your position in a library. Our featured moderators this month are Scott Muir, Associate Provost at Rowan University, and Mary Moser, Engagement and Advancement Librarian at UMass Boston. Join the webinar via Zoom next Thursday (no advance registration required): https://umassboston.zoom.us/j/496421941<https://umassboston.zoom.us/j/496421941?fbclid=IwAR1cnOfedMfhfWlETz9f_zLeT5…> Please also consider submitting questions or scenarios in advance via our online form that can be discussed by the moderators during the chat next week. https://bit.ly/2LeWy1F<https://bit.ly/2LeWy1F?fbclid=IwAR1cwfaGdXLq5GEUfIhz0iBeQttCzAx56ZDYkzUbV-C…> Sincerely, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line)

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Michiganders on the Road's Southern Hospitality: Charleston & The Old South Tour 2! Sign up today!
by Historical Society of Michigan 13 Dec '18

13 Dec '18

cid:image002.jpg@01D2700F.B8241B00 Our April tour filled up fast, so we're offering a duplicate tour in May! Join Michiganders on the RoadT on our 9-day, 8-night May offering of the Southern Hospitality: Charleston & The Old South Tour 2. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/southern-hospitalit y-registration2/> Sign up today! May 1-9, 2019 . Wednesday to the next Thursday <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/southern-hospitalit y-tour2/> <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/southern-hospitalit y-tour2/> Enjoy one of America's most historic and beautiful cities-Charleston, South Carolina-on our 9-day, 8-night Southern Hospitality Tour: Charleston & The Old South 2, May 1-9, 2019. We will also experience the Biltmore Estate, a Barrier Islands eco-tour, Fort Sumter, the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Old Salem Village, and much more! <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/SouthernHospitality_Itine rary_May.pdf> See the full tour itinerary. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/southern-hospitalit y-registration2/> Register online for this tour. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/SouthernHospitality_Regis tration_May.pdf> Download the registration form. $1,995* *Includes motor coach transportation; all lodging; all dinners and breakfasts; and all admission fees, taxes, and gratuities. Historical Society of Michigan membership required; memberships start at $25. Price is per person based on double occupancy. _____ cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ 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 Join Michiganders on the RoadT for our May 9-day, 8-night motor coach tour that heads south to the beautiful South Carolina capital, Charleston, and the charm of the Southern lifestyle in other historic locations. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/SouthernHospitality_Itine rary_May.pdf> See the full tour itinerary. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/southern-hospitalit y-registration2/> Register online for this tour. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/SouthernHospitality_Regis tration_May.pdf> Download the registration form. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/> The Michiganders on the Road motor coach tour program was developed by HSM to allow participants to experience the culture and heritage of all 50 states. The excursions are not "cookie cutter" tours. Each and every tour is planned, executed, and guided by Robert Myers, HSM's director for education programs and events. When planning the adventures, Myers keeps in mind what history enthusiasts look for in their road trips so that the experience meets expectations. 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. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 12 Dec '18

12 Dec '18

Did you know that Michigan library staff have free access to all of WebJunction’s webinars and online courses? Please check out the highlighted content and upcoming webinars below. For a full list of available continuing education, visit WebJunction.org<http://www.webjunction.org/>. Highlighted Content on WebJunction * Supercharge Your Storytime with Parent and Caregiver Tips<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…>: Intentionally sharing tips with parents and caregivers at storytime can be a great way to expand learning from library to home. Storytime providers are well-positioned to make the connection between what we know about early literacy development and how adults can help boost that development during the rest of the day. * Breaking Bread with Anything Libraries<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…>: Bread has been a major staple of the human diet for thousands of years - in fact, consumption of grains can be traced as far back as the Middle Stone Age. And while this simple combination of flour, water, salt and yeast can yield many different styles and types of the food, one thing is certain: bread has played in instrumental role in bringing people together. With this concept in mind, Maria Mayo, adult guide at Anythink Wright Farms, launched "Community Voices," an ongoing series that explores the ways in which strangers can explore and share the things that they have in common with one another. Free WebJunction Webinars for You These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flearn.webju…>. Library Programming for Adults, From Start to Finish Tuesday, December 18, 2018 ♦ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ♦ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/library-programming-for-adul…<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…> Adult programming at your library can bring the community together in meaningful ways, but finding the ideal program and attracting the right audience can be overwhelming. This webinar will teach you to plan events and programs from start to finish, including identifying potential partners, getting community input, and successful marketing. Learn how to deliver quality, budget-friendly programs that will bring in the crowds without reinventing the wheel. From choosing dates and times to selecting events that get results, you’ll hear practical tips on everything it takes to launch adult programs your community will love. Health Literacy Begins at Your Library Tuesday, January 8, 2019 ♦ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ♦ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/health-literacy-begins-at-yo…<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…> Your library can play a central role in promoting the health and wellness of its community through fostering higher health literacy. This means increasing people’s capacity to obtain and understand basic health information that leads to appropriate health decisions and connection with services. Library programs directed toward children, teens, adults, and families deliver credible health information and activities that boost wellness. The Oklahoma Department of Libraries has fostered health literacy throughout the state, forging partnerships at state and local levels. Learn how one library in Miami, Oklahoma, made health literacy a central part of its operations, offering everything from diabetes prevention to yoga classes, as well healthy cooking demonstrations and even a community garden. Get ideas for simple (but powerful) health literacy programs you can offer at your library regardless of your size or budget.

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Associate Dean Position, Wayne State School of Information Sciences - Applications and Nominations Now Being Accepted
by Christine Illichmann 12 Dec '18

12 Dec '18

Full position details below and at: http://sis.wayne.edu/assoc-dean-search.php Associate Dean Position Profile Wayne State University invites applications and nominations for the Associate Dean position in the School of Information Sciences (SIS). Reporting to the Dean of the School of Information Sciences and the Wayne State University Library System (ULS), this is a unique leadership opportunity for an experienced, nationally recognized leader to help grow the School and to provide oversight for its academic programs. It is also an exciting time at Wayne State University, which is Michigan's premier urban research university located in the Cultural Center and Midtown-the epicenter of Detroit's renaissance. Wayne State University has a strong urban commitment and has 29,000 full and part-time students. The School of Information Sciences (SIS) is home to two master's degrees: a master's in Library and Information Science (LIS) that is fully accredited by the American Library Association (ALA); and a new master's in Information Management (IM). As a leader in online graduate programs in the country, the School is an exemplar of exceptional online instruction at Wayne State University. Faculty research and teaching span numerous specialties including: Health Informatics, Data Analytics, Archives, Human Computer Interaction, History of Libraries and Information, School Library Media, Public Library Services to Children and Young Adults, Data Curation and Web Architecture. The School is a member of the iSchools consortium with a large student enrollment of students from 37 states, four provinces of Canada among other countries such as Hong Kong and New Zealand. For more information about the School of Information Sciences, please visit our website at http://sis.wayne.edu<http://sis.wayne.edu/>. Along with the Dean of ULS and the SIS faculty, the successful candidate will lead the School as we build on existing strengths and create an exciting, sustainable vision for the School's degree programs. The Associate Dean will influence library leadership as a member of the Dean's Leadership Council, build strong working relationships with campus departments, facilitate new collaborations, expand joint programs with other colleges, and develop entrepreneurial ideas that support services which benefit both units as well as the university. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Associate Dean oversees the management of the School, guides its strategic planning; seeks to enhance and manage its resources; provides leadership in outreach efforts; provides student services; fosters excellence in teaching and research; encourages interdisciplinary activities; and teaches one class per year in either fall or winter semesters. As part of overseeing the School's annual budget, the Associate Dean will operate under a new budget model termed responsibility centered management (RCM). The Associate Dean will pursue and encourage innovative use of technology in teaching and learning, increase campus-wide support for online teaching. QUALIFICATIONS: Based on the expected future directions for the School, the new Associate Dean should have: * Earned doctorate and extensive record of scholarly achievement in LIS/IS or a related field; * Demonstrated success in grant writing and generating research funding; * Evidence of excellent teaching skills; significant involvement in graduate education with qualifications for tenure at the rank of full or associate professor; * Recent administrative experience in an information school, library or information organization, preferably at a university level; * Demonstrated commitment to shared governance; * Ability to advance the School through fundraising; * Knowledge of higher education trends; * An appreciation for the service role of an urban institution; * Experience teaching in an online environment; * A demonstrated commitment to diversity and diversifying the faculty and the student body within the information professions; * Have demonstrated innovative thinking and creative ways to generate resources to support vision implementation through entrepreneurship and; * Have demonstrated outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, working in teams, and ability to work across organizational boundaries to achieve goals. DESIRED knowledge and skills include: * Experience working in an urban environment or university and commitment to urban libraries; * Demonstrated commitment to shared governance; * Have demonstrated success at mentoring and promoting faculty; * Demonstrated success in working with alumni and donors to enhance programs and funding; and; * Demonstrated success working with student affairs and administrative services offices in the University. THE CAMPUS AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES: Wayne State University is located in the heart of Detroit's Cultural Center, the home of renowned museums, galleries and theaters, most within walking distance. The WSU main campus encompasses 203 acres of beautifully landscaped walkways and gathering spots, linking 100 education and research buildings. The University Library System includes Public Services, Shiffman Medical Library, Arthur Neef Law Library, Library Computing & Media Services, Office for Teaching & Learning, Collections & Scholarly Communications, UGE 1000, School of Information Science, Detroit Area Library Network (DALNET) and Library Administrative Services. For more information, please visit: http://www.lib.wayne.edu/ SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary and rank to be determined commensurately with qualifications and experience. The university offers an array of outstanding benefits including dental and health care plan options, TIAA-CREF or Fidelity, tuition assistance for employees and family, relocation assistance and liberal vacation allowance. APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin on Jan 15, 2019 and close Feb 1, 2019. Wayne State University's ON-LINE HIRING SYSTEM is where the application will need to be submitted including a complete resume or CV, letter of interest, and contact information for at least three professional references. This ad will be updated shortly with the position number that can be accessed at http://jobs.wayne.edu<http://jobs.wayne.edu/>. Please direct questions about the position to the chair of the SIS Associate Dean Search Committee, Dr. Kafi Kumasi at ak4901(a)wayne.edu<mailto:ak4901@wayne.edu>. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION are woven into our mission and our strategic plan. We value all people and understand that their unique experiences, talents and perspectives make us a stronger organization and better individuals. We strive to make this campus a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. Wayne State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. OUR MISSION: We will create and advance knowledge, prepare a diverse student body to thrive, and positively impact local and global communities. OUR VISION: We will be a pre-eminent, public, urban research university known for academic and research excellence, success across a diverse student body, and meaningful engagement in its urban community. OUR VALUES: While our vision and mission show where we want to go, our values guide us on the way. They cut across organizational boundaries, bind us culturally, and permeate our strategic and tactical initiatives. They are the defining traits of the Wayne State community. COLLABORATION: When we work together, drawing upon various talents and perspectives, we achieve better results. INTEGRITY: We keep our word, live up to our commitments and are accountable to ourselves and each other. INNOVATION: We are unafraid to try new things and learn by both failure and success. EXCELLENCE: We strive for the highest quality outcomes in everything we do. Learn more about what defines Wayne State and explore our 2016-21 strategic plan, Distinctively Wayne State University (https://strategicplan.wayne.edu/download/strategic-plan.pdf) As an urban research university celebrating 150 years in the heart of Detroit, WSU is one of the three major research universities that make up the Michigan University Research Corridor. Among these research institutions, WSU is the most diverse campus and the only one with Carnegie Foundation designation for both research intensiveness and community engagement. Just finishing a successful capital campaign, Wayne State is poised for growth and influence and becoming even more integral to the overall economy in Southeast Michigan. WSU is located two miles north of downtown in Detroit's Midtown cultural center; with easy access to the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Symphony, the Detroit Opera House, numerous museums, and professional basketball, baseball, football and hockey venues. Wayne State is also within two miles of Canadian border crossings to Windsor, Ontario. For more information, visit https://wayne.edu/about/detroit.

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Postage Meter Options
by Deb Jeske 12 Dec '18

12 Dec '18

Hello all. I was wondering if anyone has advice or information regarding postage meter options. We currently have a Pitney Bowes meter and the contract is running out in a few months, so I am researching other possible options. Has anyone used Neopost or FP Mailing Solutions? Have a great day! Deb Jeske Houghton Lake Public Library

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Staff and Privacy
by ehansen＠vicksburglibrary.org 12 Dec '18

12 Dec '18

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Closes Dec 16-Sunday! State Librarian, State Library of Oregon
by Jobeth Bradbury 12 Dec '18

12 Dec '18

STATE LIBRARY OF OREGON - State Librarian If you are a highly-engaged, enthusiastic library champion with an entrepreneurial spirit, you may be the candidate the State Library of Oregon wants as its next State Librarian. In a constantly changing landscape, this leader strives to ensure that all Oregonians have the information they need to be engaged citizens and to build strong communities and a prosperous state. This position is high profile-working with Oregon constituents to provide support and assistance to local libraries and consortia and to expand programs to improve outcomes for children, families, and communities. As the Agency Director and Chief Administrative Officer, the successful candidate will also focus on developing a broad, inclusive vision to ensure effective and efficient information management services that are responsive to the needs of each state agency. Appointed by the Governor, the State Librarian represents the Agency in its work with the Governor's Office; Legislature; and local, state, and national agencies and organizations. The State Librarian supervises the Library's four divisions: Government Information and Research Services, Library Support and Development Services, Operations, and the Talking Book and Braille Library. Working with a staff (40FTE) and an annual $14.7 million budget, the State Librarian meets the agency's mission as determined in the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and the State Library Board's goals. The State Library of Oregon is an independent state agency with a nine-member State Library Board appointed by the Governor. Located in Salem, the capital and second-largest Oregon city, the Library plays a vital role in state government-providing leadership and resources for vibrant library services to all Oregonians and the Legislature and State Government. The Library's four divisions provide quality information services to state employees and state government; leadership, grants, and other assistance to improve library service for all Oregonians; administrative management functions including board support, financial management, facilities management, information technology management, and communications; and offers a free library for any Oregonian with visual, physical, or reading impairment. Please visit the State Library of Oregon<https://www.oregon.gov/library/Pages/default.aspx> for additional information. Responsibilities. The State Librarian acts as the appointing authority to direct all activities of the State Library by setting, evaluating and administering policy, program priorities, and the use of resources as determined by the State Library Board. The State Librarian provides vision and support to the approximately 1,650 public, school, community college, university, special, and tribal libraries in Oregon and to the State Library staff. The position plays a major role in several regional and national organizations including those involved in legislation, funding, policymaking, and library standards. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are a Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or the equivalent in training and experience as required by ORS 357 and six years of library management experience, including rule and policy development, strategic planning, budgeting, and program evaluation. The successful candidate will lead and inspire a committed team, promoting excellence in service and demonstrating experience in working with elected and appointed officials; possessing knowledge of library trends, issues, and best practices; managing multiple funding streams, and managing personnel. Key traits include strong collaboration skills, proven advocacy skills, and the ability to communicate eloquently the purpose, goals, outcomes, and benefits served and provided by libraries to diverse communities, stakeholder groups, and key policymakers. Compensation. The salary range is $94,980 - $139,884 (with placement negotiable, dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For more information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/>. To start the application process, send a cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Jobeth Bradbury<mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com> on or before the closing date of December 16, 2018. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> to get the latest updates!

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