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Michigan Big Green Gym
by Tracy Logan 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Hello Mighty Hive Mind, The chamber of commerce approached me to ask about a possible partnership in regards to the Michigan Big Green Gym initiative. Is anyone or has anyone done anything in this area? I'm willing to help and I have a couple ideas but if you're doing something brilliant I'd love to hear about it. Thank you for your time! -Tracy -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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Author T. Marie Bertineau Presentation
by Jaema Berman 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Dear Colleagues, Seeking opinions! I wanted to ask you who have had 2021 Michigan Notable Author, T. Marie Bertineau present at your library for feedback on her talk about her novel The Mason House. We would love to engage her for our Native Treaty Exhibit in 2023. Many thanks, Jaema Jaema Berman Head of Adult Services Oxford Public Library 248 628-3034, ext. 212 Direct Line to Reference Desk: 248-969-9094 Cell: 248-852-1946 Currently Reading: Hell of a Book by Jason Mott

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The Special Collections Update - June 17, 2022
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Library of Michigan Turns 194, Juneteenth, Baby Formula Shortage, and Update on Library Cards and Catalog Changeover [Library of Michigan logo] Special Collections Update - June 17, 2022 Library of Michigan Turns 194, Juneteenth, Baby Formula Shortage, and Update on Library Cards and Catalog Changeover [Library of Michigan birthday] Left: 1st Michigan Capitol Building and first home of the Library of Michigan. Right: Michigan Library and Historical Center building and current home of the Library of Michigan. Library of Michigan Turns 194! Happy Birthday, Library of Michigan! The beginnings of the Library of Michigan come from the days of the Michigan Territory. In 1828, Michigan's territorial council realized the need to collect, compile and store Michigan territorial laws and other important documents for the territorial government. Henry Schoolcraft (a member of the legislative council at the time) introduced the resolution that became "An Act to provide for the appointment of a Librarian" to take on that responsibility. On June 16, 1828, the resolution was approved by Governor Lewis Cass and the Library of Michigan was officially born. At the time the resolution was approved, the library's collection consisted of 131 books used by the territorial council at the courthouse in Detroit. The library and collection continued to expand and evolve as Michigan gained statehood in 1837, followed by the move of the state capital from Detroit to Lansing. The present day collection numbers in the millions and is located at the Michigan Library and Historical Center. "As we celebrate our 194th year, the Library of Michigan continues to strive to make our services more accessible to the people of Michigan. We continue to support the growth of library services in all types of libraries statewide and to collect and preserve the story of our State. The Library of Michigan's 194 years has been blessed with a wealth of dedicated and knowledgeable staff that have tirelessly worked to build a comprehensive collection and to meet the needs of Michigan's libraries and librarians. I am proud of the rich legacy of the Library of Michigan and look forward to future years as an invaluable part of Michigan's landscape." - State Librarian Randy Riley<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Read more about the history of the Library of Michigan on the Library's website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. ________________________________ Juneteenth "In 1863, during the American Civil War, Pres. Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared more than three million slaves living in the Confederate states to be free. More than two years would pass, however, before the news reached African Americans living in Texas. It was not until Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, that the state's residents finally learned that slavery had been abolished. The former slaves immediately began to celebrate with prayer, feasting, song, and dance. The following year, on June 19, the first official Juneteenth celebrations took place in Texas. Within a few years, African Americans in other states were celebrating the day as well, making it an annual tradition. Celebrations have continued across the United States into the 21st century and typically include prayer and religious services, speeches, educational events, family gatherings and picnics, and festivals with music, food, and dancing." From https://www.britannica.com/topic/Juneteenth Juneteenth, by virtue of Michigan Public Act 48 of 2005<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>, was recognized as Juneteenth National Freedom Day in Michigan on the third Saturday in June. President Joe Biden signed a bill recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday in 2021. This year will mark the first year where Michigan recognizes Juneteenth as an official state holiday, as directed by proclamation<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> of Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II. Library of Michigan card holders can learn more about the history of Juneteenth and Juneteenth celebrations since their inception in databases from the Library of Michigan's online collections, which include: African American Biographical Database (Chadwyck-Healy)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Black Life in America<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Black Thought and Culture (Alexander Street)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Ethnic NewsWatch (ProQuest)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Michigan Chronicle Historical Newspaper, 1939-2010 (ProQuest)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> [Juneteenth] ________________________________ Baby Formula Shortage In the spring of 2022 news reports started coming out about a nationwide shortage of baby formula linked to factories in Michigan. The news was often surprising to anyone without an infant, but created genuine need and fear for parents who relied on formula. Library of Michigan reference librarians, Bernadette Bartlett and Diane Donham dedicated their research in the May 2022 issue of Timely Topics<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> to making sense of this emergency and providing resources to examine it from all sides. Find all the issues of Timely Topics<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> back to 2020. [Timely Topics Baby Formula]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>[Coming Soon] Pending Library Catalog Changes The Library of Michigan's catalog software will undergo a complete change on June 30th. During the week prior to the change on the 30th, the Library's patron record system, catalog, and circulation system will be unavailable. However, there will be a manual process in place to record checked-out materials. Here is a timeline of what to expect between now and the June 30 go-live: * June 22, 2022 - Patrons cannot submit library card applications and Library staff must cease processing card applications. * June 26, 2022 - Patrons will no longer be able to renew items on Answercat<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> and any items checked out between the 26th and the 30th will not be listed a patron's My Library Record until after the catalog transition. * June 30, 2022 - Go live with the new catalog system. Patrons must reset their card pin numbers in order to access online resources from the Library of Michigan. Once the system goes live on June 30, there will still be several projects to refine the software in order to make sure everything is working properly. As that work is taking place, please be aware that some features of the catalog and check-out system may experience glitches. Furthermore, patrons will eventually need to change their library card pin numbers in order to use our electronic resources remotely. Instructions will be provided as we get closer to that part of the process on both the Library of Michigan's website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> and through other communications. Thank you in advance for your patience during this transition! [LM Library Card]Library of Michigan Library Card* Harness the resources of your state library with a Library of Michigan Library Card. Apply online at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryCard<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. *Due to the upcoming catalog changes, the Library of Michigan will not be accepting card applications between June 22-June 30. Donate to the Collections of the Library of Michigan The Library of Michigan actively accepts additions to its collections and holdings. Find more information on the types of items accepted at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryGift<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. Sign-Up for the Special Collections Update Go to https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/signup/24046<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> [Bookmark and Share]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> ________________________________ [https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/-/media/Project/Websites/library…]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Questions? 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Oceanographer Virtual Event
by Paige Brandli 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Hi Everyone- We are very excited to host a zoom program on Tuesday June 21 at 6:00 pm with Ellen Prager, Oceanographer & Author. Currently Dr. Prager is the chief scientist for StormCenter Communications and a Science Advisor to Celebrity Cruises in the Galapagos Islands. Dr. Prager has written several non-fiction books about Ocean, Volcanos, and Climate Change. She has published several chapter books including 'Escape Greenland' and 'Escape Galapagos'. She has also worked at the Chief Scientists for the Aquarius Reef Base program- which includes the world's only undersea research station. We're looking forward to chatting about her science, literature and more! Check out the attached flyer for more information. Zoom Link to the Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85855248976 Thanks, Paige Brandli, MLIS Youth Librarian Hastings Public Library 227 E. State Street 269-945-4263 -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Michigan Notable Author - John Wemlinger
by Anna Merritt 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Hello All, The Richland Community Library had the pleasure of hosting MI Notable Author John Wemlinger last night and he was great! I highly recommend his presentation. He most recent book, "The Cut" is a 2022 Michigan Notable Selection. It is a historical, romance fiction set against the Michigan Lumber Industry of 1870. He told us all about the passage from Portage Lake to Lake Michigan and how it was formed. Very interesting. Many of his books also feature Veterans as characters, as he was in the service for 27 years. We procured Mr. Wemlinger through the Michigan Humanities/Library of Michigan grant, but he does have a website with contact information if you are looking to book him at your library. https://www.johnwemlinger.com/ Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Free Furniture
by Andrea Dickson 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

We have some furniture we are no longer using and are giving away for free. You must pick it up. 1. Freestanding Display Case: Measures 35 inches wide on all sides and 62 inches in height. Includes 2 glass shelves and a door lock. 2. Arm Chair with Tablet Table: Worden American Classics chair. The fabric is starting to wear in a couple of places, so it may need to be recovered at some point. 3. Puppet Stand 19" W x 19" D x 48" H 4. Kids Play Clothes Stand: 36" W x 42" H x 14" D Photos are attached and let me know if you have any questions. Andrea Dickson Library Director Wixom Public Library 49015 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 (248) 624-2512

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WMU Seeking Candidates to fill two Tenure Track Faculty Librarian Positions
by Julie A Garrison 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Western Michigan University is seeking two liaison librarians to fill full-time, benefits-eligible, tenure-track faculty positions in the WMU Libraries’ Instruction and Outreach Department. These are entry-level positions at the rank of Assistant Professor with a starting salary of $64,250. One position will serve the sciences, including Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Environmental and Sustainability Studies; Geography, Environment, and Tourism; Geological and Environmental Sciences; Physics; Mathematics; and Statistics. The other serves the humanities: English, Communication, Spanish, Philosophy, Gender & Women’s Studies, Comparative Religion, and World Languages & Literatures. Applicants should indicate which subject areas they’re interested. Western Michigan University Libraries is committed to the University’s strategic direction on inclusive excellence and equity and actively works to promote a diverse and accessible University culture. WMU Libraries strongly encourages applications from candidates in underrepresented groups, multilingual candidates, and those with a passion for inclusion, accessibility, disability advocacy, and related themes. In support of the Libraries commitment to career development, the incumbent will enjoy many opportunities to develop a professional record. Support will be provided for time to attend professional development activities, initiating scholarship, and developing service experience. These positions are open to early career professionals who meet the minimum qualifications, and applicants are encouraged to share in their application materials any number of ways they meet those qualifications, ranging from professional work experience to courses, assistantships, internships, projects, and volunteer activities. Responsibilities: * Planning, teaching, and assessing information literacy instruction sessions in the assigned liaison areas, using various instructional modalities (in-person, synchronous online, asynchronous online) as appropriate * Consulting with classroom faculty on information-literacy related assignment design and content-related library collections * Meeting with library users for individual reference consultations, which includes maintaining an open online calendar for scheduling consultations * Providing online reference via email and LibChat * Responding to inquiries about library instruction, reference, and collections * Assisting students, faculty, and researchers in the assigned liaison areas with various search services, which may include participating in systematic and scoping reviews * Participating in collections management activities, such as content-specific acquisitions recommendations and deselection projects * Designing and updating LibGuides, online tutorials, and other online learning objects to support the curriculum in the assigned liaison areas * Promoting library resources and services to the assigned liaison departments via multiple communication channels * Participating in library engagement events and initiatives * Supporting colleagues with high teaching loads as needed and as available * Participating in faculty governance and other shared leadership opportunities * Fulfilling responsibilities as a member of the University Libraries faculty in the areas of professional recognition (scholarship and other recognition), and professional service (service to the University, the Libraries, and professional library organizations) Minimum Qualifications: * A master’s degree from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or international equivalent as identified by ALA, or a completed bachelor’s degree and verified enrollment in an MLIS program with an anticipated graduation date no later than August 30, 2022 * Demonstrated potential for achievement in library instruction and reference in a liaison librarian environment, including comfort in initiating new conversations, public speaking, and facilitating group activities * Familiarity with common library instruction tools and resources, such as discovery tools, subject databases, LibGuides, teaching and learning systems (e.g., Blackboard or D2L), assessment software, and citation managers * Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills * Commitment to incorporating diversity, inclusion, and equity principles into all aspects of professional work Preferred Qualifications: * Content knowledge in the natural sciences or humanities, such as coursework, lab assignments, or a research project assistantship * Familiarity with scientific research methods or trends in humanities librarianship * Prior work experience in an academic or public library, related to one or more of the responsibilities of this position A master’s degree from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or an international equivalent as identified by ALA is required. Applicants currently completing a master’s degree may be considered with proof that the degree is in progress and will be complete by August 30, 2022. Please visit https://wmich.edu/hr/jobs for further information regarding the position requirements and application procedures. Review of applications will begin June 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Only applications submitted through the WMU Jobs website will be considered. The position is a fiscal year, tenure-track appointment and will be based on Western Michigan University’s main campus in Kalamazoo, MI. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU among the 76 public institutions in the nation designated as research universities with high research activities. Western Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Collaborative Summer Library Program Annoucement: CSLP has recently learned that on one occasion, the experience in the 2022 Manual entitled "Hold My Water: Water Pods and Water Bottles" [on page 202 - 204] led to a number of children becoming sick after they ingested the water pods. **Please REMOVE THE HOLD MY WATER: WATER PODS AND WATER BOTTLES EXPERIMENT FROM YOUR MANUAL. ** If you still plan to do this experiment this summer, please do so with extreme caution (see the below notes about any experiment done with children) and do not allow the children to ingest the pods! CSLP's Safety Disclaimer and Waiver of Liability: We find our reading activities and science experiments fun. At the same time, we suggest that children always have adult supervision and take proper safety precautions when performing reading activities and science experiments. All science experiments and science activities have the potential for safety issues. Adults should handle or assist with any potentially harmful chemicals. All experiments and activities presented on this website should be used or tried with caution and good common sense judgement. CSLP shall not be held responsible for any damages or injury resulting from any activities contained within this website. Furthermore it is advised to consider the age appropriateness of each individual activity. Each child and situation is different, and CSLP shall not be held liable in the event of an accident or injury. Keep hands away from eyes when performing any experiments. Wear safety goggles! Always wash hands thoroughly after trying any experiment. Wash all surfaces and disinfect work areas when the science experiment is finished. Resources MeL Juneteenth eResource: If you would like to learn more about Juneteenth, please check out this brief article found on Explora, one of our MeL eResources: https://bit.ly/MeLJuneteenth. Welcoming Library: I'm Your Neighbor Books<https://imyourneighborbooks.org/welcoming-library/> I'm Your Neighbor Books offers The Welcoming Library, a pop-up conversation on immigration and our new generation communities. That conversation is driven by a collection of acclaimed picture books featuring New Arrival and New Generation families. Readers of all ages "meet" these families on the page and explore the commonalities shared by all families. This exploration is done with I'm Your Neighbor Books-created discussion questions as well as companion programming and education materials. The collection - with its pop-up display unit - packs into two crates and travels between schools, libraries, and community centers in a given region, building an environment of welcoming and belonging. Printables & Activities that Celebrate Black Love<https://www.readbrightly.com/black-love-printables-activities> by Brightly No matter your background, it is important to find books and activities that offer powerful messages of affirmation and acceptance to our kids. Our list of printables and posters celebrate Black Love, offer an opportunity to embrace all the ways that we are unique, and help Black and Brown children love all the parts of themselves. Listen Up! Podcasts for the Whole Family<https://www.readbrightly.com/podcasts-for-the-whole-family/> from Brightly In the News... Phonological Awareness: Why This Skill Set Is So Important for Young Readers<https://www.readbrightly.com/phonological-awareness-why-this-skill-set-is-s…> - Brightly, 6.12.22 Make Story Time Welcoming for All Children<https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/make-story-time-welcoming-for-all-ch…> - SLJ, 6.16.22 Librarians Support Students Amid Anti-LGBTQIA+ Legislation, Challenges<https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/librarians-support-students-amid-ant…> - SLJ, 6.7.22 Mirrors and Windows... Literature where children see themselves and others<https://higherlogicdownload.s3-external-1.amazonaws.com/ALA/ecbe08d9-15b2-4…> - The Ohio State University College of Education and Ecology Newsletter, Spring 2022 Happy Juneteenth weekend! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Nourishing Michigan's Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> [cid:image001.png@01D8823E.2A871A30]

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MLA has two FREE events next week to help libraries address public challenges and book banning
by Rachel Ash 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

MLA has two great virtual programs next week addressing book challenges and censorship. Both programs are FREE to attend for everyone in the Michigan library community: MLA Connect: How to Respond to a Public Challenge Join MLA on Tuesday, June 21, at 10:00 – 11:15 AM for an MLA Connect exploration: How to Respond to a Public Challenge. At this FREE MLA Connect webinar you’ll learn some effective tips for proactively preparing for challenges to materials, displays, or programming, how to access resources and colleagues for support, strategies that can be used to frame the narrative and conversation, and how to build strategic alliances for support. Plus, hear more about MLA’s new MI Right to Read <https://www.mirighttoread.com> initiative and how you can help support intellectual freedom in communities across the state. Due to the immediate relevance of the topic, this webinar will be offered free of charge to all members of Michigan's library community. Click here to learn more and register today<https://www.milibraries.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.de…>. MLA Connect Advocacy Hour: Creating a Crisis Communication Plan Join MLA on Thursday, June 23 at 11:00 AM for an advocacy hour about creating a crisis communication plan so your library is prepared to respond to a book-banning or censorship crisis. Issues of intellectual freedom and censorship may spark reactions that create a crisis. To support libraries dealing with the controversy and misinformation surrounding book challenges, the MLA Intellectual Freedom Task Force has developed a sample crisis communication guide<https://www.milibraries.org/assets/docs/IFToolkit/MLA.CrisisCommunicationGu…> created specifically for libraries so they are prepared to respond to misinformation and inflammatory public challenges to their collections or policies. Lisa Assenmacher Director of Brand Strategy for Piper & Gold Public Relations will join us to talk about what goes into a crisis communication plan and answer questions attendees might have about the Crisis Communication Guide<https://www.milibraries.org/assets/docs/IFToolkit/MLA.CrisisCommunicationGu…> provided in MLA's Intellectual Freedom Toolkit<https://www.milibraries.org/intellectual-freedom-toolkit-resources>. Click here to register.<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvf-2rqjwpGNe3NwKJsqGQBA9Pp2oW0m…> Questions? Contact MLA(a)milibraries.org<mailto:MLA@milibraries.org> We hope you will join us! Kind regards, Rachel [cidimage002.png(a)01D73C4D.ABEAD040] Rachel Ash Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 2 Direct: 517-881-6652 *Please note new number milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:%0bmilibraries.org%0brfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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Mid-Michigan Library League Director
by Debra Greenacre 17 Jun '22

17 Jun '22

Happy Friday! *DIRECTOR - MID-MICHIGAN LIBRARY LEAGUE* <https://www.mmll.org/site-assets/files/seville-township-library-job-post.do…> The Mid-Michigan Library League (MMLL) is seeking qualified applicants interested in serving as full time Director. The cooperative membership includes 36 public libraries in 15 counties of Michigan’s lower peninsula (ranging from small, rural libraries to class 5). Working with an annual budget of $322,000, and in accordance with the policies set by the Cooperative Board, the MMLL is looking for a dedicated Director who can take us into the next generation of library service. Further information about MMLL (including our Plan of Service, Board Policies and Budget) can be found on our website (*https://www.mmll.org/* <https://www.mmll.org/>). A full job description can be found here: *MMLL Director Job Description* <https://www.mmll.org/mmll-job-description-6-14-22.pdf> *Requirements* - Possess excellent oral and written communication skills - Able to maintain confidentiality when advising and consulting with libraries - Knowledge of technology, especially as it relates to libraries - Demonstrated understanding in preparing and managing a budget - Dynamic speaker - Demonstrated management and leadership skills - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with the Cooperative Board, staff, staff of member libraries, legislators, vendors, outside agencies and the public - Experience acquiring additional sources of funding - Ability to work alongside member libraries in the planning, development, and implementation of long-range goals and objectives - Position requires travel to member libraries and throughout other areas of Michigan *Responsibilities* - Reports to the Board concerning the work of the cooperative, its needs and progress - Prepares and administers the budget as approved by the Board - Ensures that professional development and continuing learning opportunities are offered to staff and the membership - Direction of the programs and services provided by the Cooperative - Submits recommendations concerning policies and services to the Cooperative Board and implements policy decisions - Provides supervision of Cooperative staff - Manages the Cooperative’s business office - Advocates for libraries at the local and state level *Qualifications* - Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school - Level 1 Permanent Professional Certificate or eligibility for it at the time of appointment - Minimum of 4 years of Supervisory experience - Minimum of 2 years Administration experience - Advanced Director Training *Compensation* The range for this full-time salaried position has been set by the Board at $70,000-$80,000 plus benefits and is based upon experience and qualifications. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume electronically to Debra Greenacre at dgreenacre(a)manisteelibrary.org. The deadline for submission is Friday, July 22 at 5:00 PM. We are hoping to fill this position by October 1. In-person interviews will be held August 18 with top candidates who will be contacted by the Board. The Mid-Michigan Library League is an equal opportunity employer. Have a wonderful weekend! Debra Greenacre Executive Director Manistee County Library 231-723-2519 www.manisteelibrary.org

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