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Library Director position, Louisville (OH)
by Jobeth Bradbury 28 Jun '19

28 Jun '19

Library Director position-Louisville Public Library (OH) Are you ready to lead? The Board of Trustees of the Louisville Public Library<https://www.louisvillelibrary.org/home> seeks a responsive and team-oriented Library Director to provide support and direction to staff and bring experience and vision to the Library. Located in northeastern Ohio, the Library serves the 18,769 residents of the Louisville City School district. Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the Library provides excellent and varied services and programs with 17.45FTE staff and a $1.2 million annual operating budget. Successful passage of a 1 mill operating levy in 2015 provides 33% of the Library's operating expenses, and the Library will have a 1 mill renewal levy on the ballot in November 2019. The Library recently debuted its ground-breaking Sensory Strategy Program and Space<https://www.louisvillelibrary.org/services/sensory-space>, which provides a unique area offering specialized equipment, programming and environment and is dedicated to the special-needs community. This program space was funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and is the first of its kind among public libraries in Ohio. Known as "Constitution Town," Louisville<https://www.louisvilleohio.com/> is located in eastern Stark County, Ohio. Louisville offers a family-friendly, small town lifestyle with affordable housing and nearby amenities (Canton, Akron, Cleveland and Pittsburgh are a short drive away). Canton/Akron Airport is close by and very convenient. Local residents will find excellent schools, and within the county The University of Mount Union, Malone University, Walsh University, Kent State University Stark Campus, and Stark State offer higher education opportunities. Sports fans will enjoy close proximity to stellar professional baseball, football and basketball teams as well as the nearby Pro Football Hall of Fame. Louisville has plenty to offer local history aficionados - the city's historic downtown district includes several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has an active Historical Society and Art Gallery. There is something for every age in Louisville, including active youth sports groups and family-friendly festivals such as the annual Constitution Day celebration. For more information about the Library, the community and the position, please visit Louisville Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/Louisvillelinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Responsible for the efficient overall administration and operation of the Library. Develops and implements a strategic vision for the Library in coordination with the Board of Trustees. Responsible for all functions of the Library, including public and support services, facilities maintenance, purchasing, human resources, information systems, finance, and public relations. Evaluates, develops, recommends and implements Library policies, services and procedures in coordination with the Board of Trustees. Responsible for all budget and financial activities and implementation of such per the Library. Prepares agendas and reports for and attends all Board meetings and subcommittee meetings. Responsible for determining appropriate staffing levels, work performance standards, staff development, quality and quantity of services to be offered to the public, and the means and methods of offering those services. Orients newly appointed Trustees. Insures effective use of facilities according to changing needs of the Library. Responsible for compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances as well as all library policies and procedures. Responsible for effective professional relationships with local government and legislative bodies, the Library Board of Trustees, library staff and management and the community at large. Responsible for resolving a wide range of routine and non-routine issues and difficult situations. Review the full position description at Louisville Position Description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/Louisvillejobdesc.pdf>. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree and progressively responsible professional library experience including a minimum of three years of senior or high-level management and administrative experience is required. A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library program is preferred. Essential skills include a diverse library background, such as experience in public service, personnel management, and automated/electronic resources. Experience in successfully engaging with a governing board, leading or supporting a fundraising campaign and/or promoting a local tax levy preferred. Compensation. The starting salary range is $65,000-80,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/contactus.html> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments via email to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com> on or before the closing date of July 28, 2019. 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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IdentoGO - Identity verification (Federal and State)
by Andrea Ingmire 28 Jun '19

28 Jun '19

Are any other libraries in the state a partner https://www.identogo.com/partners with IdentoGO as a fingerprinting and identity verification site for Federal and State programs: TSA TWIC cards, HME endorsement, TSA Pre check etc. We've been approached about adding this service, and I'd like to know more about how much staff time this *really* takes. Thanks! Andrea ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ *Andrea IngmireLibrary DirectorPeter White Public Library* (906) 226-4303 (office) (906) 250-0080 (cell) (906) 226-1783 (fax) *http://pwpl.info/ <http://pwpl.info/>*

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Fun program idea - Beautifully Wrapped - Head wrapping workshop and exhibit
by Kelly Rembert 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

Hi, I wanted to let everyone know about a fun program and exhibit. Zarinah El-Amin Naeem is the owner of Beautifully Wrapped and she will come to your library and do a head wrapping workshop and demonstration. It is a fun program that we've had 3 times over the years and it keeps growing! We had 200 people come and everyone loved it. Zarinah will demonstrate a couple of different head wrapping styles from different cultures around the world on audience members, she tells the story of its origins and its significance and at the end of the program she has wraps for the audience to try it themselves. It is a great program for moms and daughters, red hatters, girls night out. The audience ends up being mostly women but the men in the audience enjoy it as well and Zarinah wrapped a gentleman in a turban at the last program. She also has an exhibit that she can bring to the program and/or display it at your library. We used it to build up excitement prior to the program. Her contact information is: Zarinah El-Amin Naeem, M.A. Founder of Beautifully Wrapped https://www.facebook.com/Headwraps Cell: 313-377-2857 ( tel:3133772857) Email: zarinah(a)niyah.net I've attached some pictures I took of the exhibit and the head wrapping workshop. Thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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Staff Communication Ideas
by Rob Bristow 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

Good Afternoon, We are in the process of constructing a new library and will be moving from a very open 1-floor building where staff can easily find each other to a 2-floor building where we will be more spread out. Just wondering how other libraries handle communicating in larger spaces. We will, of course, have phones at staff workstations but wondering about when staff are wandering through the stacks and we are sending a patron their way for assistance. We don’t really want to go old-school with pagers and we don’t really want to look like switchboard operators with big headsets either but not sure what other options are out there😊 Thanks for any ideas you have and are willing to share! Rob Bristow Library Director Georgetown Township Public Library

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MeL Minute: Full set of colorful, new web buttons
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

[A close up of text on a white background Description automatically generated]We heard you, Michigan! We know that many libraries used the graphics from the "old" MeL site on their own webpages. Did you catch that we posted a full set of colorful, new web buttons to MeL.org that you can use going forward? What's more, we even provide the code to make it easy. Check out how great it can look on Cadillac Wexford Public Library's<https://www.cadillaclibrary.org/eshelf-research> page. They've broken up resources by subject area with headers and included short descriptions of the eResources. And here's an example of a Kids page of MeL eResources from the White Lake Community Library<https://www.wlclib.org/children/homework-help>. Where can you get the code? On MeL of course! Visit the Library Staff section and click on eResources Web Buttons<https://mel.org/library-staff/marketing-resources/eresource-web-buttons>. You'll have the option of either geo-IP URLs or Direct URLs. If the difference is still a little confusing, you can read more about it on MeL by following the path from Library Staff to either Direct URLs<https://mel.org/library-staff/operations/direct-urls> or Geo-IP URLs<https://mel.org/library-staff/operations/geo-ip-urls>. If you still have questions, visit the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services eResources Help page<https://www.mcls.org/mel/mel-databases/help/>, or contact the MeL Help Desk at meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org. We are continually working to improve the experience that Michigan library staff have with the MeL website, MeLCat, and the individual eResources. This year we have made the new MeL web buttons available and improved the functionality of the Educators and eResources sections. Coming soon, you'll see a new set of promotional videos that we've created and members of the MeL team are going to Ipswitch, MA to work directly with EBSCO staff. Thank you for allowing us to serve you. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 Norriss2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Norriss2@michigan.gov> https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/>

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Library Narcan Bills
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

Yesterday, Governor Whitmer signed HB 4367 (http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2019-HB-4367) and SB 200 (http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2019-SB-0200) These laws provide Michigan public libraries (and all Michigan government entities) with the ability to obtain and administer Narcan without fear of liability. The Library of Michigan would like to thank MLA, Gail Madziar, and the MDE Legislative liaisons, Caroline Liethen and Stephen DeGrow for all of their efforts on these bills. The Library of Michigan is preparing a detailed explanation of the new legislation and how Public Libraries can comply with the new law. Watch for this on MichLib-L in the coming days. As always, please contact membielac(a)michigan.gov with any questions!

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MAP Software Error: No Passes
by Jim Flury 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

All, We have been getting sporadic reports that Michigan Activity Pass software search results are returning "no passes." The MAP software developer is aware of this issue, and is working on a fix. We will provide an update as to the status of the MAP software as soon as we have more information from the MAP software developer. Thank you for your patience. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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FT Reference Librarian position - Franklin, WI (metro-Milwaukee)
by Reed, Nyama 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

Just passing this on. I can't answer any questions about it since it's not my library. But I can say, metro-Milwaukee is a great place to live. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Job Posting: Apply by 9:00 a.m., Monday, July 15th, 2019 Reference Librarian Franklin Public Library is currently accepting applications for a full-time reference librarian. Hours will include some evenings and weekends. Along with reference and collection development responsibilities, this position will be responsible for the library's technology resources, including troubleshooting computer problems, updating the Library website and social media accounts, and overseeing the direction of technology changes. QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Library Science with 1 year relevant experience. Must have a working knowledge of current technologies and trends (including Windows 10) and be comfortable with various social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.). SALARY & BENEFITS: Anticipated starting salary will be $52,668 - $60,000/year + full benefit package including the WI Retirement System pension plan and dual option health insurance plans. View job description and apply online at www.franklinwi.gov. City applications and a personal resume must BOTH be received by 9:00 a.m. on Monday, July 15th to be considered. Sincerely, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) [WFB Talks No Back Cropped Small] Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) Our Mission The Whitefish Bay Public Library, as a cornerstone of the community, is dedicated to connecting people of all ages, inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to ideas, information and resources. *Please be advised electronic mail becomes a "public record" as allowed under public record laws when sent or received as part of normal business processes.

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Call for proposals - Ex Libris Great Lakes User Group - for October 17-18, 2019 in Evanston/Chicago
by Kucera, Ann F 26 Jun '19

26 Jun '19

We know it's summer and you don't want to think about work much, but we really want to hear about your ideas and tips and tricks about Ex Libris products. The strength of our community depends on members who are willing to share their expertise. Please consider sharing your experiences and innovations. Topics of interest include system migration, pre & post-implementation cleanup, interoperability, analytics, resource sharing, and technical/public services, among others. [We don't expect your presentation to actually be finished or ready-to-go now, but we really want you to submit a proposal - even if it's just a germ of an idea.] Please submit your proposals via our form: http://bit.ly/2JMbHKb => by July 12, 2019. Acceptance notifications will be sent by 8/1/2019. Save the date: October 17-18. The conference is hosted by Northwestern and Loyola Libraries. Events will be held between the two campuses, on October 17 in Evanston and October 18 in Chicago. The conference will offer an opportunity to share information, ideas and experiences with Ex Libris products. Information about the conference, including registration fees and accommodations, can be found on the GLUG website: https://elglug.wordpress.com/2019-conference/ GLUG represents Ex Libris product users in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, but all are welcome to attend. [cid:image002.jpg@01D52C36.1CEB3390] Ann Kucera Systems Librarian Park Library 305 | Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 P: 989-774-2404 | E: kucer1a(a)cmich.edu library.cmich.edu<http://www.cmich.edu/> CENTRAL to Learning and Research

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Adult Educator Position in Southfield
by Kelly Rembert 26 Jun '19

26 Jun '19

Hi, Here is a position that I am helping a colleague find a candidate for. Librarians who are looking for part time work are encouraged to apply. If you are seeing this in Digest please email me and I will send you the attachment individually. Thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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