March 2024 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Closing Sunday: Chief Executive Officer search - Eastern Shore Regional Library (MD)
by Beth Barker 11 Mar '24

11 Mar '24

Don't miss this opportunity closing Sunday, March 17th Chief Executive Officer - Eastern Shore Regional Library (MD) The Eastern Shore Regional Library (MD)<https://esrl.org/> Board of Trustees seeks a Chief Executive Officer to collaboratively lead the forward-thinking organization which serves and supports eight county library systems on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Reporting to an eleven-member board representing the areas served, the Chief Executive Officer will work with sixteen FTEs at a newly renovated office in Salisbury, Maryland to responsively provide library support services to member county library systems. Services include materials delivery; electronic database and digital content management; IT consulting, support, and consortia purchasing; professional development and training opportunities; and facilitating the Grants to Libraries Program. Key initiatives include analysis of the organization's current integrated library system contract, determining the best way to balance digital resources for the members, and identifying and supporting the needs of libraries served by the organization. The Eastern Shore Region, located between the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay, is home to beautiful beaches and waterways, and offers cultural experiences within a short drive to Baltimore, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and Richmond. Outdoor activities throughout the region highlight an untouched landscape and provide access to boating, birding, biking, and hiking trails. The Eastern Shore's history includes being home to Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. Numerous historical trails, driving tours and the Harriet Tubman Museum Center honor their experiences and contributions to free enslaved people. The Chesapeake County All-American Road journeys through Wicomico County and Pemberton Historical Park. Salisbury boasts plenty of fun things to see and do, including the Salisbury Zoo, public art, and historical walking tours. The Eastern Shore also hosts unique seasonal festivals highlighting authentic coastal cuisine along Maryland's Crab and Oyster Trail. Responsibilities: The CEO will be responsible for strategic planning, budget preparation and management, research and evaluation of services, personnel management, collection development, managing positive customer relationships, and facility maintenance. The ideal candidate will lay the foundation for future success through assessment and maintenance of current services, strategizing towards implementation of forthcoming services, while building rapport with key stakeholders. Qualifications: A master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution, ten years of progressively responsible library experience with at least five years of public library service are required. The ideal candidate will possess a Public Library Director's Certificate<https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/apply/publi…> from the Maryland State Department of Education or the ability to secure certification as a library director in the State of Maryland within 120 days of appointment. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $100,000 - $115,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com/) Apply via our application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments. This position closes on Sunday, March 17, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links on our website<https://host.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/jobboard.aspx?JOBSHARESOAXMB4EVFWFF7354…>. (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) - Beth Barker (she/her) Director of Finance and Communication Bradbury Miller Associates 330-340-7115 | Dover, OH | bradburymiller.com<http://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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Clinton-Macomb Public Library is hiring!
by Lisa Hernandez 11 Mar '24

11 Mar '24

The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is actively seeking a dedicated, customer service focused Head of Facilities & Safety. This is an on-call, full-time position at 37.5 hours per week and includes many attractive benefits. As part of the department head leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee the safety, cleanliness, and proactive maintenance of the library's three landmark facilities. Additionally, this person will train staff to respond to a variety of emergencies, ensuring that the library fulfills its role as an essential community service. For further information and to apply, please visit https://cmpl.org/employment/

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Kwanzaa and Hanukkah labels have been claimed
by Stair Library 11 Mar '24

11 Mar '24

Thanks for your interest! Colleen -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517.458.6510 stairlib.org M&W: 10-7 T&Th: 1-5 F&S: 10-2

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Reminder: Register for the 2024 LM Improving Access to Information LSTA Grant Program webinars
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 11 Mar '24

11 Mar '24

A reminder to register for the LM Improving Access to Information grant program webinars. The informational webinar is next week, March 19th at 1:00 PM Application Webinars: Register at https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/lsta/medium-grants. The registration links are under the Application Webinars heading. * Grant Program Informational webinar - March 19th, 1:00 PM * Application webinar - Applying for the Literacy, Digital Inclusion & Library Programming Priorities - April 11th, 1:00 PM - REQUIRED * Application webinar - Applying for the Local History or Special Collections Priority - April 11th, 3:00 PM - REQUIRED for this priority * Budget webinar - Developing Your Grant Budget - April 23rd, 2:00 PM * Please see the announcement email below for more information. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> >>>> The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce that the Improving Access to Information grant programs is open for 2024! This LSTA grant program is designed to provide public and academic libraries and library cooperatives with the opportunity to expand services for learning and access to information and/or to develop library services that provide all users access to information. The intent is to fund one-year projects that increase capacity to provide access to library collections and information for users. The expected focus will be the improvement in access to library users in one of the three priorities listed below and that align with the LSTA priorities listed in the grant documentation. Proposals that do not focus on improving access to users do not fit the criteria. * Improve access to services & information in areas of literacy. * Improve access to services & information in areas of local history or special collections. * Improve access to information for community users with limited online access, e.g., improving equity through digital inclusion. The grant period is one year (Oct. 1 - Sept. 30) and funding is from $5,000 to $25,000. Funding is by reimbursement only. Applications are due Friday, May 31st by 5:00 PM EST. Eligible applicants are Michigan public and academic libraries and library cooperatives. Public libraries must be legally established and eligible for state aid at the time of application. Academic libraries must be part of a public or non-profit college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A federal Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number is required to apply. The grant program is competitive. Application Webinars: Register at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Improving Access to Information grant section.C * Grant Program Informational webinar - March 19th, 1:00 PM * Application webinar - Applying for the Literacy, Digital Inclusion & Library Programming Priorities - April 11th, 1:00 PM - REQUIRED * Application webinar - Applying for the Local History or Special Collections Priority - April 11th, 3:00 PM - REQUIRED for this priority * Budget webinar - Developing Your Grant Budget - April 23rd, 2:00 PM Detailed information on the grant program, including timeline, applicant eligibility, and the applications are available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Improving Access to Information grant section. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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FCL is hiring
by Crystal Peterson 11 Mar '24

11 Mar '24

Greetings! Farmington Community Library is proud to be a welcoming space for everyone in the Farmington and Farmington Hills, Michigan community. Both FCL locations serve as public spaces for ideas, create collaboration between neighbors and businesses, and offer services that meet community needs. The library actively seeks individuals whose commitments and contributions will advance our mission to be a diverse and equitable organization. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team and reflect the community we serve. We are currently seeking candidates to fill a Librarian - Adult Department FT position and Information Services Specialist Adult Department PT position. Please see attached job posting.

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Eclipse material in Spanish
by Kelly Rembert 10 Mar '24

10 Mar '24

Hi, Would any libraries like information about the Solar Eclipse and Globe Observer in Spanish? I have 10 booklets and about 100 sheets available. 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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free holiday labels
by Stair Library 10 Mar '24

10 Mar '24

Hi, We have Kwanzaa and Hanukkah labels (partial boxes) for the first person who responds with RIDES code. Thanks, Colleen -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517.458.6510 stairlib.org M&W: 10-7 T&Th: 1-5 F&S: 10-2

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Michigan 2023 Tax booklets
by Amy Winter 09 Mar '24

09 Mar '24

Hi There, For some reason, we received double order of the 2023 Michigan Tax Forms. Are there any libraries out there would like some extra? Please send me your library name and Rides code and I will send a box out to you. Thank you, Amy Winter West Branch District Library zv351

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FCL is hiring
by Crystal Peterson 08 Mar '24

08 Mar '24

Farmington Community Library is proud to be a welcoming space for everyone in the Farmington and Farmington Hills, Michigan community. Both FCL locations serve as public spaces for ideas, create collaboration between neighbors and businesses, and offer services that meet community needs. The library actively seeks individuals whose commitments and contributions will advance our mission to be a diverse and equitable organization. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team and reflect the community we serve. Crystal Peterson Executive Assistant Phone: 248-848-430<tel:248-848-4302>3 Fax: 248-553-6892<tel:248-553-6892> Email: Crystal.Peterson(a)farmlib.org<mailto:Crystal.Peterson@farmlib.org> Web: www.Farmlib.org<http://www.farmlib.org/> Farmington Community Library | One Library, Two Locations [Farmington Community Library's logo. The logomark is three location icons formatted as an open book. The type reads "FCL" in a typewriter font next to the logomark.]FCL Farmington Hills | 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4979744,…> FCL Farmington | 23500 Liberty St.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4643366,…> "The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library." -Albert Einstein

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Upcoming workshops from MCLS including new content!
by Gwen Haviland 08 Mar '24

08 Mar '24

There is still time to register for these workshops from MCLS! Copy Descriptive Cataloging of Digital Resources Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6557c180631be04ab09035f3> NEWLY UPDATED CONTENT! 3-day class, March 19-21, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Just Enough to be Dangerous: Cataloging for Non-Catalogers<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6557c311631be04ab0905b28> 1-day class, March 21, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! The MeLCat Visiting Patron Service<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6557c2b9631be04ab09057e6> 1-day class, March 22, 2-3pm Eastern (1-2pm Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> The MeL project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://www.imls.gov/> through the Library of Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan>. ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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