May 2023 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

PT Circulation Assistant Opening
by AW Cierra Bakovka 01 May '23

01 May '23

POSITION TITLE: Circulation Assistant DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a new addition to the Henika District Library Team! This position will be scheduled for regular hours in addition to rotating 4-4.5 hr Saturday shifts. This position also includes the opportunity to pick up additional hours as needed by the library. We are hoping to have someone start in early June. Job Type: Part-Time SCHEDULE: 15 - 25 hours per week including rotating Saturdays (1-2 per month) PAY RATE: $13.00/hr starting REPORTS TO: Director PTO: Employees who work an average of 20 hours or more per week are eligible for PTO after completing the probationary period. EXPECTED START: June 2023 DUTIES: Provides circulation services as operations require. Duties include, but are not limited to: * Serves the public at the circulation desk by checking in and out library materials and issuing/updating library cards. * Collects money for overdue fines and lost and damaged materials. * Assists Circulation Clerk/Supervisor with collection maintenance duties. * Ensures circulation policies and procedures are followed for the proper handling of patron and materials records for an accurate library database. * Sorts, packs, unpacks, and inspects library materials received from or being delivered to other libraries. * Runs reports and lists for item hold information and interlibrary loan requests. * Searches shelves for requests, retrieves items requested, and routes items appropriately, as well as for overdue items prior to sending overdue notices. * Contacts patrons or other libraries as necessary. * Provides assistance to patrons and staff in the use of library equipment and machines. * Familiarizes self with general library policies and enforces them as necessary * Places and fills item hold requests. * Provides library and directional information to patrons in person or over the telephone. * Assists Adult and Youth Librarians with program prep * Other duties as assigned REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Exceptional customer service skills. * Proficient computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Drive * Ability to work with general supervision and adhere to established policies and procedures. * Interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with staff and patrons in an effective and courteous manner. * Ability to retrieve materials from shelves upon patron or staff request. * Ability to push/pull fully loaded book carts, retrieve or place materials above shoulder or below knee level, and transport materials and delivery bags weighing up to 40 pounds. * Ability to operate a variety of equipment including cash register, fax, and copy machines. * Valid MI driver’s license and/or available transportation for travel to workshops and library-related meetings If interested, please apply via [ https://www.indeed.com/job/circulation-assistant-2d09d2b746c81882 | Indeed ] Cierra Bakovka, MLIS She/Her Director Henika District Library 149 South Main St. Wayland, MI 49348 269-792-2891 ext. 309 [ mailto:waycb@llcoop.org | waycb(a)llcoop.org ]

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Free Money Monsters
by Cheryl Kersey 01 May '23

01 May '23

We have a box of (25 each) Money Monsters brochures, stickers, bookmarks, and books both in english and spanish free to anyone who wants them. This is what they look like:Meet the Money Monsters! | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau | | | | | | | | | | | Meet the Money Monsters! | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau These Money Monster stories introduce you to ideas, habits, and activities that you'll need as you grow up and s... | | | Email me at threeoakspubliclibrary(a)yahoo.com with your RIDES code and I'll send them out. Kind Regards,Cheryl Kersey, DirectorThree Oaks Township Public Library "A Library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life." Henry Ward Beecher This e-mail is covered by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 USC 2510-2521 and is legally privileged. The information contained in this e-mail is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately at 269-756-5621 and destroy the original message.

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[employment opportunity] Early Childhood Specialist--Closes May 22
by BTPL Careers 01 May '23

01 May '23

Greetings-- We have a new position opening at Bloomfield Township Public Library: Early Childhood Specialist. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic person committed to high quality public Library service to children and caregivers. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is a class V Library, with a service population of 44,000+ people. There is strong community support for the Library, its collections, services and programs offered. The Library promotes inclusivity in the diverse collections and programs available to all ages and abilities. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality public service and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment. POSITION TITLE: Early Childhood Specialist DEPARTMENT: Youth Services, reporting to Department Head HOURS: Part-time, 20 hours weekly, will include occasional evenings, weekends, and occasional Friday after-hours special events. Sunday hours are paid at time and one-half. WAGES & BENEFITS: $ 20.03 – 26.47 per hour with increase possible upon successful completion of three-month orientation. Pro-rated paid time-off benefits include vacation, sick, holiday, personal business, and emergency time. Term life and disability income insurance provided. Employee Assistant Program (EAP). RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist with coordination of early child programming and play area in the Youth Room. • Develop, plan, and present story times, focusing on birth – 2 years and their caregivers. • Promote Library services to youth by visiting local preschools and community partner events. • Assist in the planning and preparation of early literacy activity kits and activity calendar. • Prepare activities and supplies for Independent Activity Station in Youth Room. • Perform other duties as assigned. For more details, please see attached, or go to the library website listed below my signature. 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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Tax Increment Financing
by Lynne Wiercinski 01 May '23

01 May '23

I've spoken to a few of you, but are there any libraries out there who have had their millages capped as part of their city's/DIDA's Tax Increment Financing plan? If so, what are your feelings about it? Thanks for any insight you can offer... Lynne Wiercinski, Director Ironwood Carnegie Library 235 East Aurora Ironwood, MI 49938 906.932.4789

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OverDrive App Sunset Confirmation: Monday, May 1, 2023 Email From OverDrive
by Jim Flury 01 May '23

01 May '23

[ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… ] Dear Jim, In follow-up to previous communication, the sunset of the OverDrive app for iOS, Android, and Windows 8/10 is now complete. Users who try to access your library’s digital collection in the app will now see the following message: Helpful reminders and resources * On your library’s website, remove the logo and links to download the OverDrive app and replace with Libby. [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… | Download Libby logos and suggested website copy to help you get started ] . * Library staff can visit the [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… | Resource Center ] for FAQs about the OverDrive app sunset, Libby marketing and training materials, and more. * Users can [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… | sign up for a virtual training ] hosted by OverDrive or [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… | access Libby Help ] for step-by-step instructions and videos that explain how to use the app. * The following OverDrive Marketplace reports do not include data from Libby and will be removed from Marketplace later this year: Recommended titles , Most viewed titles , Most viewed pages , Top referrer URLs , and User visits & page views . In Marketplace, you can select Create worksheet to export the data from any of these reports for your records. Recommend to Library (RTL) sunset The RTL feature has also been discontinued across all platforms. Users can see their historical recommendations from the “Recommendations” page under the Account section of your library’s OverDrive website. All RTL Manager plans will be disabled and removed from OverDrive Marketplace effective May 8 , 2023. The Recommended titles report will remain available for your historical reference until later this year. You can select Create worksheet to export the data for your records. Your library can use new Notify Me tags data and collection development tools to gauge interest in content your users discover and tag through Libby’s deep search feature. [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… | Visit this Resource Center page ] to learn more about deep search and Notify Me tags. Thank you for supporting the path to sunsetting the legacy OverDrive app. We have appreciated your thoughtful feedback and questions along the way. We are excited about the future of Libby in partnership with your library. Please reach out to your Account Manager with any questions. Thank you, OverDrive Copyright © 2023 OverDrive, Inc. All rights reserved. One OverDrive Way Cleveland, OH, 44125 [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__click.e.overdrive.com_… | Privacy policy ] Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Class II Libraries Inquiry
by Samantha Reid-Goldberg 01 May '23

01 May '23

Hi everyone, I am trying to put together some information for my board (it's budget season, what can I say?), and I am wondering if any class II public libraries are willing to share any of the following information? I intend to compile it into report form and would be happy to share with anyone who is interested. Info: Number of full-time/part-time employees Do you have any administration staff other than yourself? Director salary: Full-time/part-time salary: Benefits for director/ft staff/pt staff: Hours open? Thank you for your time, I appreciate it! Samantha Reid-Goldberg Library Director Hesperia Community Library 80 S Division Street Hesperia, Michigan 49421 (231)854-9527

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Class II Libraries Inquiry
by Samantha Reid-Goldberg 01 May '23

01 May '23

Hi everyone, I am trying to put together some information for my board (it's budget season, what can I say?), and I am wondering if any class II public libraries are willing to share any of the following information? I intend to compile it into report form and would be happy to share with anyone who is interested. Info: Number of full-time/part-time employees Do you have any administration staff other than yourself? Director salary: Full-time/part-time salary: Benefits for director/ft staff/pt staff: Hours open? Thank you for your time, I appreciate it! Samantha Reid-Goldberg Library Director Hesperia Community Library 80 S Division Street Hesperia, Michigan 49421 (231)854-9527

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