August 2024 - Michlib-l

BCLS Children's Department Head Job Posting
by Kevin Ayala 06 Aug '24

06 Aug '24

The Bay County Library System is looking for a Children's Department Head for its Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library. Kevin M. Ayala Assistant Director Bay County Library System 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 (989)894-2837 ext. 2219

1 0

Library cards printed by Printing Concepts
by Rebecca Barker 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Hi everyone, Our library is looking for a new vendor for purchasing library cards. Has anyone ever ordered library cards from a company called Printing Concepts, and if so, what was your experience? They are based out of Ohio. http://www.printingconcepts.com/ If anyone has any recommendations for another vendor, I'd love to hear them as well. Thanks in advance! *Rebecca Barker* *Business Manager* Manistee County Library 95 Maple Street Manistee, MI 49660 'Without libraries, what have we? We have no past and no future.' -Ray Bradbury

1 0

Training Recommendations
by Halvorsen, Maria 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Hey all, We’re planning an all-staff in-service for our system this fall. As part of the sessions throughout the day, we’re hoping to offer both library-oriented customer service training and separate DEI training. Can you please share any recommendations you might have for either of these types of trainings? We’re located in the thumb area, if that’s at all helpful. 😊 Thanks so much, Maria Halvorsen (She/Her) Senior Librarian – Youth Services St. Clair County Library System mhalvorsen(a)sccl.lib.mi.us (810) 987-7323 ext. 2513

1 0

Recommendation For Coin-Op Repairs
by Sarah Marsack (Roseville Public Library) 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Hello, We have an older Jamex Coin-op machine attached to our public photo copier that is starting to have issues and may need to be repaired. Does anyone have a recommendation for someone who repairs coin-op machines in the metro-Detroit area? Thank you, Sarah Marsack Systems/Teen Librarian Roseville Public Library 586-445-5407

1 0

Surplus Seed List of Receiving Libraries
by Jonesville District Library 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Hi Everyone; I apologize for the delay - I meant to let everyone know who was getting seeds on Friday and time got away from me. The following libraries will be receiving seeds: zv059 Central Lake zv321 Monroe Co. Ellis zv122 GDL Forest Twp. zv124 Fowlerville zv001 Adrian zv026 Alvah Belding zv214 Marcellus zv294 St. Charles zv062 Charlotte zv130 Fremont zv142 Flat River z8007 - L'Anse Area Schools (holding until Sept) zv733 Mt. Clemens zv040 Howe Memorial zv094 Dorothy Hull zv351 West Branch zv050 Cadillac Wexford zv141 Crawford Co. zv211 Manchester zv010 Alpena Co. Fletcher zv199 Addison Twp. If the person from your library is not the MeLCat person, you may need to notify that person. They will be leaving my library in RIDES on Wednesday. Thanks! -Laura Orlowski, director Jonesville District Library

1 0

Library of Things agreement form - required legally?
by Alicia Ford 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Hi all, We're a little late to the party with adding a Library of Things at our library (although we've had hotspots and items like STEM kits for check out for quite some time) and I've seen many discussions on here about best practices. I wondered if someone could share if a specialized LoT agreement form is something libraries legally are required to have patrons sign to check out some of these items (e.g., a telescope)? Or if a public library's regular policies and procedures for patrons being responsible for any lost or damaged items can also cover the LoT items. We're wanting to keep things simple, and not create extra forms and a process that would put any barriers in the way of those wanting to check the items out.but also make sure we're complying with standard practices and legalities. Thank you so much for any information and advice. I can be emailed off-list as well at alicia(a)colomapubliclibrary.net. Alicia Ford Assistant Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center St. P.O. Box 430 Coloma, MI 49038 (269) 468-3431

3 2

Closing Soon! - Library Director search - Forsyth County Public Library (GA)
by Beth Barker 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Library Director - Forsyth County Public Library (GA) The Forsyth County Public Library<https://www.forsythpl.org/> (GA) Board of Trustees is seeking an experienced, communicative, and pragmatic leader to become the growing organization's next Library Director. This individual will have keen relationship building, strategic thinking, and change management skills, as Forsyth County Public Library opens a new branch in November to better serve a changing and growing patron population. The next director will be decisive, have expert financial and budgeting skills, and champion staff through transition to take the library to the next level of providing library services. The library currently employs a team of 128 (94.75 FTE) talented, creative, and dedicated library professionals known for providing first-class service to their community. The system has the highest per capita circulation in the state of Georgia, with four (soon to be five) branch locations and one bookmobile. Forsyth County Public Library is the fourth best-funded library in the state and the Library Director reports to a five-person library board. Located at the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains, Forsyth County is currently the seventh-fastest growing county in the country, largely due to more than 8,000 businesses in the community. While business is thriving, the area is saturated with outdoor recreational opportunities as well, with 28 beautiful County parks, 22 playgrounds, and water access to two rivers and Lake Lanier. With access to excellent healthcare, Forsyth County was determined to be the healthiest county in Georgia in 2023 by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The community is very education-focused, driven by an excellent school system. Forsyth community residents and visitors enjoy a diverse selection of restaurants, and convenient proximity to rural or city amenities. Responsibilities: The Library Director manages the library and administers policies on behalf of the Library Board of Trustees; is active in the community serving as the face of the library in local organizations, partnerships and projects; oversees long-range planning for the library system, anticipating future needs and develops strategic plans to maintain a relevant and responsive library system; maintains awareness of current policy and legislative initiatives that may impact library services; monitors pending legislation, advocating on behalf of the library; communicates with state and local legislators to promote the library's services and needs; oversees the library budgets, ensuring appropriate use of public funds, budget compliance, and proper financial reporting; prepares and submits annual reports to the state library association; provides library usage data and trends to stakeholders and the public so they are aware of FCPL's crucial role in the community; works with political supporters to receive support and funding; oversees management of all library staff; ensures the library's collections meet the needs of a diverse public and reflect the community; responds to challenging situations; makes consistent, objective decisions; and develops professional skills, knowledge, and abilities through professional development, affiliations, and literature. For more information, please view the full job description found as a library and community link on our website<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/>. Qualifications: An ALA-accredited master's degree in library science and State of Georgia Certificate of Librarianship, Grade 5 or higher (before assuming position) is required. Five years of progressively responsible full-time experience in public libraries, including at least three years of recent management experience in a public library is also required. Strong knowledge of all functional areas of a public library, library management, budget management, policy development and implementation, strategic planning, and problem analysis and resolution and experience in change management with a growing library system is desired. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $120,000 - $165,000 (with negotiable placement depending on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com/) Apply with a meaningful cover letter and resume via our application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by clicking on Forsyth County Public Library and the apply button. This position closes on Sunday, August 11, 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?JOBSHARER5RLXG3V6J2JD5WFG…>. - 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!

1 0

Two upcoming cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

There is still time to register for the following workshops! Original Descriptive Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/66451b0bd0d5c9a6e2c1b028> 3-day class, August 13-15, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Cataloging Related Works and Expressions<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/66451be5d0d5c9a6e2c256f9> 1-day class, August 15, 9am-12pm Eastern (8-11am Central) Qualifies for 3 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! 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/> ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

1 0

Southfield closed for building maintance
by Kelly Rembert 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Hi, Southfield is closed for building maintenance currently. I will update when we have more information. 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

1 0

Microfilm Readers
by Dan Major 02 Aug '24

02 Aug '24

Our microfilm reader is having some compatibility issues with our new PCs and Windows 11. Can anyone recommend a model they use in their building? [cid:image001.png@01DAE4E2.1057EAF0] Dan Major Head of Adult Services Orion Township Public Library  825 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362  Phone: (248) 693-3000 x 413 orionlibrary.org 

2 1