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Job Opening: Systems Administrator in Traverse City
by Danielle Baldwin 07 Mar '24

07 Mar '24

Traverse Area District Library is seeking a skilled, team-oriented individual who excels in information technology to provide computer and telecommunication systems engineering and maintenance for the Traverse Area District Library. This individual will report to the Assistant Director for Technology and perform a variety of tasks to include engineering and maintaining the District’s computer and telecommunications systems, creating documentation for systems, performing routine security and backup audits, providing user support, and other technology related work. Please see the job description <https://www.tadl.org/sites/default/files/content/careers/Job%20Posting%20-%…> for detailed information about this excellent opportunity! *Requirements*: - Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field with at least one year of experience in a similar position - Alternatively: A High school diploma with at least five years of experience in a similar position - Experience with VMWare, VEAM, and Asterisk PBX applications and Meraki network infrastructure preferred - Valid Driver’s License and/or available transportation *Salary*: $55,523.20 - $66,518.40 according to the current union contract *Benefits*: - 20 days of Paid Time Off - 9 Paid Holidays, including your birthday - MERS Pension with employer contribution of 8% (employee 3%) - 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution of between 2-5.5% - Medical insurance: Current plan options through Priority Health with Single coverage at $60.58, Double coverage at $133.27, and Family coverage at $163.56 per month - Dental insurance: Covered at 100% for all coverage levels - Vision insurance: Covered at 100% for Single coverage, $3.76 for Double and $13.16 for Family (monthly rates) - Short Term and Long Term Disability - Life and AD&D Insurance - Tuition Reimbursement - TADL is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness student loan program (PSLF) *To Apply*: Please submit your resume, a fully completed TADL application <https://www.tadl.org/sites/default/files/content/applications/Employment%20…> form along with a cover letter to: Human Resources, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City, MI 49686 or by email to jobs(a)tadl.org. Questions can be directed to us via email or please call (231) 932-8549. *Danielle Baldwin* Finance and Human Resources Manager Traverse Area District Library 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 dbaldwin(a)tadl.org 231-932-8549 www.tadl.org

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Bids
by Lynne Wiercinski 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

We are planning a renovation/addition and and will be needing to begin getting bids for architectural services. Would anyone out there who has recently gone through the process be willing to share their requests for proposals to help me get started? Any advice or examples welcome as this is definitely new territory for us. Thanks in advance! Lynne Wiercinski, Director Ironwood Carnegie Library 235 East Aurora Ironwood, MI 49938 906.932.4789

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Lost Child Procedures
by Scott Morey 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

Good afternoon and greetings to all you beautiful people of Michigan Library Land! We are looking to refine our procedures when someone reports that they have lost a child that was in their care inside the library. If you'd be willing to share how you handle such situations, we'd very much appreciate it / I'll owe you a slice of cherry pie next time you are in Traverse City. If there is interest, I can also compile all responses and share back to the list in a couple weeks. Cheers, Scott W. Morey he/him/his Assistant Director for Technology Traverse Area District Library smorey(a)tadl.org (231) 932-8531

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Fw: Recordings at Risk - Apply by April 17 for up to $50, 000 for digitization
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

If you're interested in applying for the Recordings at Risk grant for audiovisual digitization, check out CLIR's webinar this afternoon for answers to your questions! Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers [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/>. ________________________________ CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov [clir-brandmark-with-2-line] CLIR Grants and Programs Announcement [rar11_cfp_announcement__800_x_500_px__720]<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) is accepting applications from collecting organizations in the United States for the digital reformatting of audio and audiovisual materials for the Recordings at Risk<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> grant program. Generously funded by the Mellon Foundation<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> Recordings at Risk focuses on digitally preserving “at-risk” recorded content of significant importance to researchers and the general public. CLIR will grant awards ranging between $10,000 and $50,000 for digital reformatting projects scheduled between September 1, 2024, and August 31, 2025. The application deadline is Wednesday, April 17, 2024, with award announcements scheduled for August 2024. For more information, visit the Apply for an Award page<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…>. A live Question & Answer Session will take place today, March 6, at 2:00 PM ET. Register below to receive meeting information. Register for today's Question & Answer Session with the CLIR Grants Team<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> [Facebook]<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> [LinkedIn]<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> [X]<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> [Instagram]<https://d2nctl04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/OR+113/d2nCTL04/VVVkDd2h9LjyW1_PK…> [clir-white-with-wordmark] Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), 1800 Diagonal Road, Suite 600, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA

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United for Libraries Live Webinar: Media and Crisis Communications for Trustees & Friends' 3/12
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

Hello! Please see information below on the United for Libraries webinar on media and Crisis Communication for Trustees and Friends. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [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/> [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries> [twitter]<https://twitter.com/ala_united> [https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/d…]<https://www.ala.org/united/training/learning-live> Media and Crisis Communications for Trustees & Friends Tues., March 12 at 2 p.m. ET Is your library's Board of Trustees and/or Friends of the Library group prepared for a crisis? How can you support your library's communications policies and procedures? This session, presented by longtime senior communications and marketing executive Kathleen McEvoy, will go over how to develop a solid communication plan, what to know about working with the media, tips on communicating the library's value, how to respond to inquiries about book bans/censorship, and more. This program will offer tips for board members and Friends, as well as those who work with them. Learning Live is free to those in Michigan. [https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/d…] Kathleen McEvoy is Secretary of the United for Libraries Board of Directors, and a longtime senior communications and marketing executive with more than 17 years experience working with libraries and information providers. She co-chaired the United for Libraries Intellectual Freedom Taskforce and has served on a variety of ALA committees, including the United for Libraries Board Corporate at Large; United for Libraries Intellectual Freedom and Public Policy & Advocacy Committee; United for Libraries Conference Program Committee, and the United for Libraries Finance & Audit Task Force. Register <https://airtable.com/apphf4sCdaVrFi9dH/shrXca38ncol9yU5f> [https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/UFL/ufl-newsletter-template/190403-…]<http://www.ala.org/united> 225 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60601 ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united>

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Job Opening: Adult Services Librarian, Full-Time
by Drew Macaulay 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

Adult Services Librarian, Full-Time Hours: 40 hours/week, includes evenings and weekends Salary: Begins at $48,000/year as part of a 10-step wage scale Benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield (medical, dental, vision, Rx), Life/AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, 401(a) plan, Optional 457 and Roth IRA plans offered, paid holidays, PTO, paid professional memberships and development opportunities Reports to: Head of Adult Services, Drew Macaulay Classification: Union Represented The Ferndale Area District Library is seeking a creative and enthusiastic librarian to join our Adult Services team. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for connecting people with resources, and be committed to equity and inclusion while serving a diverse community. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ● Assist with reference desk duties, answer reference questions, and provide readers’ advisory services to library patrons ● Create a welcoming environment by providing the highest level of customer service to patrons of all ages while enforcing library policies equitably ● Ability to effectively use and teach current technology and information literacy to patrons of all ages ● Serve as the Person in Charge of the building, when assigned. Must be knowledgeable about and able to make decisions in situations dealing with emergency procedures and conflict resolution ● Maintain effective communication within the department, with other library departments, and with library management ● Cooperate as a team member with all library staff in performing any duties essential to the achievement of efficient library operations ● Actively participate in orientation programs, in-service training, and continuing education opportunities ● Select, order, evaluate, and weed Adult collections ● Help maintain a clean, safe facility, and a productive, organized work environment ● Plan and implement library programs: in-person, virtual, and hybrid ● Flexibility in schedule including evenings and weekends Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ● Knowledge of current trends in library service to patrons served by the department ● Ability to work with library patrons of varied backgrounds to maintain effective interpersonal relationships; deal tactfully with the public; ability to speak and write effectively ● Self-motivated and able to exercise initiative and independent judgment ● Possess appropriate computer skills and have an awareness of the role of technology in the everyday lives of library patrons ● Demonstrate skills necessary to analyze and interpret information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and develop and implement effective strategies Education and Experience Requirements: ● Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution* ● 1 to 3 years of experience in a public library preferred, or any equivalent combination of education, customer service experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Physical Demands and Working Conditions: The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions. ● Environment: Library environment; extensive public contact. ● Mobility: Sufficient mobility to work in a library setting; operate office equipment ● Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens, and other printed documents FLSA status: Non-exempt How to Apply / Contact Please submit a resume, cover letter, three professional references and a completed employment application <https://fadl.org/sites/default/files/About%20Us/fadl-employment-app-fillabl…> as a single PDF document to drew(a)fadl.org by end of day on Wednesday, March 13th. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Ferndale Area District Library 222 E. 9 Mile Road Ferndale, MI 48220 www.fadl.org 248-546-2504 The Ferndale Area District Library is an equal opportunity employer. -- Drew Macaulay, MLIS (she/her) Head of Adult Services Ferndale Area District Library 222 E. Nine Mile Road Ferndale, MI 48220 (248) 546-2504

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Free Wireless Mic Set
by Anna Merritt 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

Hello, We have a two set of wireless mics for FREE. Catch is- the receiver is broken. May be able to repair or pair with a different wireless receiver. The mics themselves are in great shape and have only been used a few times. [cid:image001.jpg@01DA6FBB.A79183F0][cid:image002.jpg@01DA6FBB.A79183F0][cid:image003.jpg@01DA6FBB.A79183F0] Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Join us TOMORROW for Digital Collections Office Hours!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

Please join us for our next Digital Collections Office Hours tomorrow, Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 10:30-11:30 am. Do you have questions about creating digital collections? Do you have material that you want to digitize and share with your community, but don't know where to start? Are you interested in preserving your digital content and need tool recommendations? Join experts from the Library of Michigan, DPLA Michigan Service Hub, and the Michigan Digital Preservation Network for free advice during new monthly open office hours! Come with questions, like... * What grants are available to support digitization of my collections? * What file format should I be scanning to for long-term preservation? * What platforms can I use to publish digital collections? * How do I work with volunteers to create a scanning program? * And much, much more! Office Hours will be held virtually the first Thursday of every month from 10:30-11:30 am and are open to any staff or volunteers at libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, or other cultural memory organizations! Use the link below to register for office hours and receive the Zoom link. Come for a question, stay to join the discussion! Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lce-upj8oG9XI77qeMfLkRc_04ehDFp… Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers [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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Night for Notables Celebration
by Sheehan, Erica (MDE-Contractor) 05 Mar '24

05 Mar '24

________________________________ From: Library of Michigan Foundation <library.of.michigan.foundation(a)mx-usa.keela.co> Sent: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 2:05 PM To: Sheehan, Erica (MDE-Contractor) <SheehanE(a)michigan.gov>; Headley, Patricia (MDE-Contractor) <HeadleyP(a)michigan.gov> Subject: Night for Notables Celebration CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov [2024-MNB-Email-700x200-V1.jpg] What Makes the 2024 Michigan Notable Books Night for Notables Celebration One-Of-A-Kind? This year’s Night for Notables Celebration, Saturday, April 20, at the Michigan Library and Historical Center, downtown Lansing, is a unique, one-of-kind-event that brings friends and authors together to shine a light on Michigan’s rich literary heritage! * The Night for Notables celebration annually honors 20 notable books as well as Michigan’s best writers. * Over a dozen confirmed notable book authors will be present to network and sign books. To see the list of 2024 Notable Authors visit https://www.libraryofmichiganfoundation.com/about-mnb<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz57…>. * Copies of this year’s notable books will be available to purchase and have signed by the authors as part of the celebration. * Stephen Mack Jones, published poet, award-winning playwright, and two-time Michigan Notable Books award recipient, with August Snow honored in 2018 and Dead of Winter in 2022, is this year’s keynote speaker https://www.libraryofmichiganfoundation.com/2023-nfn-keynote-speaker<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz57…>. * Following the event, notable authors’ tour 50 libraries across the state and you are invited to attend. To view the list of 2024 library author tours, visit the Library of Michigan website https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/public/mnb<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz-2…>. Because of your generosity rich literary programs like the Michigan Notable Books, continue to thrive, Michiganders are exposed to high-quality books published about our home state, residents see reading as a significant family experience, and allows us to send notable authors to 50 public libraries throughout Michigan. Thank you for your support! <https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdzyz…>Register<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdzyz…> Sponsor<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz57…> Learn more<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz57…> Register for the 2024 Night for Notables<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdzyz…> Donate<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz0m…> [LMF+Logo+Foundation+Transparent.png] The Library of Michigan Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization and provides opportunities for tax deductible giving. [facebook]<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdzzE…> Share<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdzzE…> [website]<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz57…> Website<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz57…> Copyright © 2024 Library of Michigan Foundation, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: PO Box 11027 Lansing, MI 48901 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can unsubscribe<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz2l…> or manage preference<https://u14608870.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.nTu0mvnaJrxeI2EG7egdz2l…>.

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“Meet Me in the Middle” at next MCLS Virtual Dialogue
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 05 Mar '24

05 Mar '24

The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services invites you to “Meet Me In The Middle” for a Virtual Dialogue about working from the middle of an organization. If you manage people or projects while also answering to a director, dean, or other top position, we hope you can join us to connect and engage with your fellow mid-level managers on Wednesday, March 20, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central) on Zoom. Registration is open now; read more and sign up at https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/virtual-dialogues. Please plan to have your microphone enabled and camera on to participate. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are free guided conversations facilitated by the MCLS Engagement, Consulting, and Training Team, and are designed for us to learn from and support each other across our two-state membership region. This year, our dialogues are geared toward specific library groups. Watch the email lists, our website, and future editions of the newsletter to find out who our next invited group will be for May. We look forward to seeing you! Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, & Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:image001.png@01DA6EFE.246A5D70] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | X<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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