April 2022 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Watervliet District Library, Director Position
by Sharon Crotser-Toy 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

The Watervliet District Library seeks a collaborative team-builder as the next Director. This Class II library serves residents of the City and Township of Watervliet, MI. The new Director will have the opportunity to help write the library's next chapter as renovation plans are put into place. Watervliet is a safe and friendly community that provides a good quality of life for its residents. The downtown area has an old-fashioned Main Street with antique stores and gift shops that attract tourists. The Paw Paw Lakes region has been a long-time tourist destination, along with the area’s beautiful farmland, rolling hills, quaint shops and wineries. There are plenty of activities to take part in right downtown with the yearly Independence Weekend Celebration that includes Parades, cook offs, carnival, fireworks, craft booths and more. The ideal candidate will lead the staff of three with a light-hearted approach that motivates and inspires; a commitment to being embedded in the community; and the ability to listen to diverse perspectives and foster programs and services that are of relevance to the community. Responsibilities include but are not limited to planning, developing and evaluating library collections and services; advocating for the library by serving as its official representative in the community; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with library patrons, other governmental agencies, civic and community groups, and the general public; formulating and recommending policies to the library board; monitoring and approving appropriations and expenditures; preparing annual budgets, reports and other financial documents; and supervising and encouraging staff members’ continuing education and professional development. Minimum requirements: 1. Five years library experience 2. Two years supervisory experience 3. Pass background check 4. Must be willing to work day, evening and weekend hours as needed Preferred attainments and abilities include a master's degree in library science, demonstrated leadership and organizational agility, exhibiting strong strategic and operational decision-making skills, being flexible and open to change and new information, solving problems using education, job knowledge, logic, judgment, and data to determine effective solutions, and knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, business management, program development, and administration. Salary range: $37.000-40,000, commensurate with experience and skills, for this 40 hour per week position. The complete job description can be found here.<https://www.watervlietlibrary.net/employment-opportunities> Submit completed resume with cover letter to info(a)wdlib.org Sharon Crotser-Toy Director Watervliet District Library 333 N. Main Street Watervliet, MI 49098 269-463-6382 Connects People, Inspires Ideas, Transforms Lives

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Light Bulbs available
by Pam Ballett 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Hi All! We are updating our lighting and have our old bulbs and ballasts if anyone is interested. We have about 128 T8 4 ft fluorescent bulbs with ballasts. Let me know if interested and I will send along details! They would need to be picked up from the library as they are too fragile to send. Pam Ballett Director Schoolcraft Community Library 330 N Centre Schoolcraft MI 49087 269 679-5959

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American Girl Doll Pins.
by Suzy Shipman 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

I have a batch of American Girl Doll Pins to share. I would guess there are about 50 of them. Send your rides code and I'll send them to you! Suzy Shipman, Head of Children's Redford Township District Library 25320 W. Six Mile Redford, MI 48240 Phone: (313) 531-5960 x117 Fax: (313) 794-9031 Pronouns: She/Her sshipman(a)rtdl.org <ghungerford(a)rtdl.org> https://www.rtdl.org/

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*CORRECTION* Full-Time Youth Services Librarian Opening - Commerce Township Community Library
by Trista Reno 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Do you enjoy bringing library services and whimsy to the community through innovative programs and outreach? Are you most at home at a fast-paced reference desk where you can share helpful resources with patrons, connect readers to their next favorite author, help community members access technology and share all the library has to offer? If this sounds like you, Commerce Township Community Library is seeking a full-time youth services librarian to be part of our team. Deadline for application is Monday, May 9, 2022, 5 pm. Job description: https://commercelibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Youth-Services-Libr… Employment application: http://commercetwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/APPLICATION-FOR-EMPLOYMEN… *Trista Reno (she/her)* Head of Information Services Commerce Township Community Library Phone: 248-669-8108 Ext. 113 Fax: 248-387-6240 -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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Laser Engravers
by Brandon Richards 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Good afternoon! I was curious if any libraries out there have purchased a laser engraver and wouldn't mind sharing their experience with me. We're looking for model recommendations, potential vendors to purchase through, as well as any other pitfalls we might need to avoid. Thanks! -- Brandon Richards Technology Coordinator/Trainer Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Dr Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989.366.9230

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Full-Time Youth Services Librarian Opening - Commerce Township Community Library
by Trista Reno 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Do you enjoy bringing library services and whimsy to the community through innovative programs and outreach? Are you most at home at a fast-paced reference desk where you can share helpful resources with patrons, connect readers to their next favorite author, help community members access technology and share all the library has to offer? If this sounds like you, Commerce Township Community Library is seeking a full-time youth services librarian to be part of our team. Deadline for application is Monday, May 9, 2022, 5 pm. Job description: https://commercelibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Youth-Services-Libr… <https://commercelibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Adult-Services-Libr…> Employment application: http://commercetwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/APPLICATION-FOR-EMPLOYMEN… *Trista Reno (she/her)* Head of Information Services Commerce Township Community Library Phone: 248-669-8108 Ext. 113 Fax: 248-387-6240 -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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Only 4 more hours to vote in MLA Elections
by Debbie Mikula 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

MLA Members – only a 4 more hours left to cast your ballot for the MLA Board of Directors. If you haven’t already, we hope you will log in to access your ballot. The 2022 MLA Board of Directors Election closes on Monday, April 25, 2022 at 5pm. This year MLA members will vote for an MLA President-elect, an ALA Councilor, and three Member-at-Large Board positions. These positions will serve for three-year terms beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2025. Meet the candidates! Visit the MLA website <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00186v4Mg7I2SrHo_ZutkGIzgZPjLH5M06BTsE_cHCabnR…> (or click the link below) to get to know the candidates for the 2022 Board Election and cast your vote. Eligible members received an email on April 4 and again this morning with instructions and a link to vote. You can also visit our website to submit the election form. You will need to log in to access the ballot. Forgot your password? You can request a password reset by visiting this link and inputting your primary email address: Forgot your password?<https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00186v4Mg7I2SrHo_ZutkGIzgZPjLH5M06BTsE_cHCabnR…> MEET THE CANDIDATES AND CAST YOUR VOTE<https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00186v4Mg7I2SrHo_ZutkGIzgZPjLH5M06BTsE_cHCabnR…> [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Deborah E. Mikula Executive Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Office: 517-394-2774, ext. 5 Direct: 517-881-1266 *Please note new number dmikula(a)milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Furniture Giveaway
by Jake Rynicki 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Hey everyone, we have two filing cabinets available to the first person who wants them. As always you simply set up a time with me to pick them up. Each cabinet has four drawers. They measure 52 inches tall, 18 inches across, and 30 inches in depth. If you want them just let me know and we can set up a time for you to pick them up, thank you. Jake Rynicki Head of Adult Services & Outreach Romulus Public Library “You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.” - Ray Bradbury

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[Employment Opportunity] Adult Services 20 hour Librarian (and more!)
by BTPL Careers 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Greetings-- We have a new opportunity opening at Bloomfield Township Public Library: Adult Services 20 hour Librarian. This closes Friday, May 27. In addition, we have other positions open: Youth Services Page<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022.04_YS-Page-Posting.pdf> : Closes Monday, May 9 Systems Assistant Department Head<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022.04_Systems-Assistant-Depar…> : Closes Wednesday, May 18 <https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022.04_Systems-Assistant-Depar…> Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library See all of our open positions here: https://btpl.org/employment-volunteer/

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Circulating Comics?
by aestelle otsegolibrary.org 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

If you circulate comics, how do you process them? Thanks! Andrea Estelle Library Director Otsego District Library

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