January 2023 - Michlib-l

New - Library Director Search - Sewickley Public Library (PA)
by Beth Barker 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Library Director - Sewickley Public Library (PA) The Board of Trustees of the Sewickley Public Library (PA),<https://sewickleylibrary.org/> a Library Journal Star Library (2021), seeks a connected, caring, and committed leader as its next Library Director. Serving the eleven municipalities of the Quaker Valley School District and surrounding communities with a $1.2 million budget, 21 FTE, and a single location the library aspires to be the center for lifelong learning and free access to resources for its almost 14,000 residents. As a PA Forward Gold Level library, SPL is incorporating the program's five key literacies into its programming and communications to demonstrate the value Pennsylvania libraries have to their communities. Library highlights include diverse and well-attended programming for all ages, consistent and outstanding customer service, and a critical technology assistance program for community members needing support. Key initiatives include creating a new strategic plan to guide the organization into the future; preserving a historic building and adapting it to be an innovative future-ready facility; communicating the importance and value of the library to the community and greater library profession; and developing a strong and open communication plan across the organization. Situated along the Ohio river valley and just 11 miles Northwest of Pittsburgh, the Borough of Sewickley is a tight-knit community with a strong sense of pride and undeniable charm. Greater Pittsburgh is a place where outdoor enthusiasts can bike, walk, or run along the 24 miles of riverfront trails on the three rivers and can take advantage of the borough park system while Ohiopyle State Park, Laurel Highlands, and the Allegheny National Forest are just a short drive away. The Pittsburgh region has several nationally renowned cultural and educational institutions such as the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Andy Warhol Museum, August Wilson African American Cultural Center, National Aviary, as well as the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and Duquesne University. The technology, higher education, and medical sectors have helped diversify the local economy. New additions like the Google Campus and steadfast organizations like the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Allegheny Health Network keep the region balanced and dynamic. Responsibilities: The Library Director, under broad policy guidance and direction from the SPL board, performs professional and administrative duties in the planning, developing, implementing, and directing of library services. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing strategic planning and direction, supervision of personnel, creating and managing the library budget, developing and maintaining the public library collections and historic facilities, administering the policies established by the board, and overseeing and evaluating all library departments. Qualifications: Five (5) years of experience as a librarian in an increasingly responsible supervisory and/or administrative position is required. A master's degree in Library and Information Science granted by an approved college or university is required and substantial experience in public service is preferred. The ideal candidate will possess comfort with technology and its role in libraries, strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication skills, energy and enthusiasm, strong support of intellectual freedom, an innovative spirit, and the ability to coalesce the organization around a shared vision. Candidates must submit FBI and PA Criminal Background Checks and PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $75,000 - $95,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Brian C. Hare<mailto:brianhare@bradburymiller.com> (brianhare(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:brianhare@bradburymiller.com>). This position closes on Sunday, March 5, 2023. View this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links and information at https://bradburymiller.com/job/sewickley/. Beth Miller Barker Finance and Communications Director Bradbury Miller Associates (cell) 330-340-7115 bethbarker(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:bethbarker@bradburymiller.com> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Brandon Township Closing at 3pm
by Laura Fromwiller 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

The Brandon Township Public Library will close at 3pm today due to weather. We plan to be open for our regular hours on Thursday, 9am-8pm. Thank you, be safe! Laura -- Laura Fromwiller, Director Brandon Township Public Library (248) 627-1474

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Southfield Library is closing at 3pm
by Kelly Rembert 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Hi, I'll join the chorus that Southfield Library is closing at 3pm today. Thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:krembert@southfieldlibrary.org> www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> she/her/hers

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Job Opportunity - Library Director
by Tamara Denby 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Hello all! I am excited to share that the Clinton Library is accepting applications for its next Library Director! See the post below. ***************************** JOB POST Position: Library Director Location: 100 Brown St. Clinton, MI 49236 Terms: Part time, about 30 hours per week Compensation: The hiring salary range is $40,000 – $45,000 (negotiable dependent upon experience and qualifications) Description The Clinton Township Public Library Board of Trustees seeks an accessible, energetic and enthusiastic leader to be the voice of the library in the community and serve as its next Library Director. A Class 1 library in north Lenawee County, Clinton Library is governed by an elected panel of six Trustees and boasts a small but mighty staff that prides itself on its creative, well-attended programming for patrons of all ages. Key initiatives include promoting the library to all generations of lifelong learners, working with the board to review and revise library policy, helping the library keep pace with technological trends, and leading and supporting staff through active communication and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a collaborative leadership style, and knowledge of current trends and best practices in library management. Qualifications A minimum of two years of relevant public library experience, a Level 3 Library Staff Certification or higher from the Library of Michigan (or the qualifications to obtain one within six months of hire), completion of New Director’s and Advanced Director’s courses through the Library of Michigan (or the ability to complete within six months of hire), and demonstrated success in a leadership position. Prior public library administration experience and an ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science not required but recommended. For further details, please see the full job description on the website ( clinton.lib.mi.us). To apply, email cover letter and resume to: clintonlibrary(a)clinton.lib.mi.us by 5pm on Feb. 6, 2023. Please use “Director Candidate” in the subject line. Feel free to reach out to me with questions. -- Tamara Denby, MLIS Clinton Township Public Library - Lenawee A Universe of discoveries at your fingertips

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Bloomfield Township Public Library closing at 1:00 p.m. today (Wednesday)
by BTPL Careers 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Greetings, everyone— The Bloomfield Township Public Library will be closing at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 25, due to the weather and road conditions. Everyone be safe and be well. Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library

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Federal Grants Coordinator position available in Wisconsin
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Passing along on behalf of our neighboring state library in Wisconsin. The Library Services Team at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is recruiting for a Federal Grants Coordinator. This position serves as Wisconsin's LSTA Coordinator and gets to work with a state and nationwide network of colleagues. This position is headquartered in Madison, but is eligible for 100% telework within the state of WI. For more information, a full position description, and details on how to apply, please see the job posting on wisc.jobs: https://wj.wi.gov/8969<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwj.wi.gov…> The deadline to apply for this position is 11:59 pm on Monday, February 6, 2023. Ben Miller Director, Library Services Team Department of Public Instruction (608)224-6168 benjamin.miller(a)dpi.wi.gov<mailto:benjamin.miller@dpi.wi.gov> he/him/his

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Northfield Township Area Library
by Zaley Nelson 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Under the advisement of our chief of police, Northfield Township Area Library will be closing at noon due to the deteriorating road conditions. Zaley Nelson Director | Northfield Township Area Library 125 Barker Road Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 Tel: (734) 449-0066 x26 www.ntal.org<http://www.ntal.org/> Engage. Educate. Encourage.

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Hacked?
by Jean Fellows 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Getting lots of mail from the listserv libraries to "open documents", and notes from other libraries not to respond to their emails as they've been hacked. Has the listserv been hacked as a whole? -- Jean Fellows (she/hers) Programming Coordinator Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837 517-627-7014 *The Grand Ledge Area District Library is situated on ancestral, traditional and contemporary lands of the Anishinaabeg – Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi peoples-- land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw. For more information, see the article from Central Michigan University Library:https://blogs.cmich.edu/library/2019/11/26/the-1819-treaty-of-sagin…. <https://blogs.cmich.edu/library/2019/11/26/the-1819-treaty-of-saginaw/#:~:t….>*

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Lead the Way & Spring Courses from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

Registration is open for the Lead the Way Conference: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement, April 24-25 in Madison, WI. Conference registration is $325 with reduced rate options. In addition to the great sessions happening during the conference, there is a post-conference workshop on Tuesday afternoon. For full details and registration: go.wisc.edu/ischool-engage<https://go.wisc.edu/ischool-engage> Spring online course registration is also open. Register 2 weeks early to receive an early-bird discount! * (NEW!) Perfecting your Presentations<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/new-perfecting-your-presentat…>, Feb 6 - Mar 5 * FLASH SALE! 20% off Perfecting your Presentations! Use ischool20 at checkout! * Babies in the Library<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/babies-in-the-library>, Feb 13 - Mar 26 * Library Space Design in the 21st Century<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/library-space-design>, Feb 13 - Mar 26 * (NEW!) Trans-Inclusive Librarianship<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/trans-inclusive>, Feb 20 - Mar 19 * Copyright in Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/copyright-in-libraries/>, Mar 6 - Apr 16 * (NEW!) Expanding your Reach with Partnership Marketing<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/new-expanding-your-reach-with…>, Mar 6 - Apr 2 * (NEW!) Reference Desk Ready!<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/new-reference-desk-ready/>, Mar 13 - May 7 * (NEW!) Navigating Book and Program Challenges for Public Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/navigating-book-and-program-c…>, Mar 20 - Apr 30 * Designing for Accessibility<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/design-accessibility>, Mar 27 - Apr 30 * Promoting First-Generation Student Success Through Academic Library Services<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/first-gen-success>, Apr 3 - May 14 See full course offerings: https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education Registration is now open from our FREE Spring Webinar series! * Serving Homeschooling Families in Your Community (Mar 1) * Sexual and Reproductive Health Information at the Library ( Mar 21) * Consortium Cooperation: Ways to improve overall collection development through ordering collaboration (Apr 11) Webinar details: https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/free-webinars/ Please direct any questions to ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu. -- Continuing Education Services The Information School at UW-Madison ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu | 608-890-0364 https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/

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Please join MCLS for Community Conversations
by Pam Seabolt 25 Jan '23

25 Jan '23

As the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) prepares to embark on a strategic planning process in 2023, we want to engage with the library community in Indiana and Michigan through a series of Community Conversations. This engagement process is an opportunity to hear from our community – staff from libraries and affiliated associations and organizations throughout Indiana and Michigan - about their aspirations and concerns. The knowledge gathered will help inform MCLS's future priorities as we plan how to serve you more fully over the next several years. You don’t need to be an expert; come share your perspective! We will facilitate 12 virtual Community Conversations via Zoom between Feb. 6 and 18 at a variety of times. The Conversations are open to any library staff in any type of library in Indiana and Michigan. For more information, including dates, times, and links to register, please visit https://www.mcls.org/engagement/community-conversations-2023. Once you register, you will receive a link to join us. Spots are limited, so reserve your space today! We look forward to engaging with you! ******************************************* Pamela Seabolt (she/her) Manager - Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> 517-489-4069 [cid1814555188*8b7da296-f331-4281-8a7d-9858be9d343b] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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