January 2025 - Michlib-l

Library of Michigan - Grants Office Hour starting next week - Reminder to register now!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 08 Jan '25

08 Jan '25

A reminder that our first Grants Office hours will be Tuesday, January 14th at 3:00 PM. The registration link is below. The first topic will be Basic Elements of a Grant Application and Q & A. Talk to you soon! >>> Good afternoon! Starting January 14th, the Library of Michigan will have a Grants Office Hour at 3:00PM on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Join our monthly discussion about all things grants. Discuss questions about Library of Michigan grants and grants in general. We will cover planning programs, developing budgets, issues with partnerships, evaluations, managing the grant requirements, funder relationships and anything else you'd like to discuss. Each session will have information on a topic and an open question time. Register for the Grants Office Hour at https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… See you then! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> [A logo for the Michigan School Meals program.] All public-school students have access to free breakfast and lunch again for School Year 2024-25! Don't forget to complete and turn in the application or form from your school district's food service department to ensure the funding for education and nutrition benefits continues.

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Spring Online Courses & Conferences from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 08 Jan '25

08 Jan '25

Spring Online Courses Registration Now Open! 10% early-bird discount for registering at least two weeks early! Introduction to Records Management<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/introduction-to-records-manag…>, Mar 3 – Apr 13 Records and information management (RIM) can seem intimidating to many archivists and other information professionals, who may not have worked on active or semi-active records on an organizational scale. However, RIM principles are increasingly useful in a world where early intervention in records creation and management can make all the difference in creating usable collections—or potentially any at all. This course will introduce learners to the principles of records management and give them the tools they need to develop and implement effective records management policies at their own libraries. NEW! Inclusive Library Leadership<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/inclusive-library-leadership/>, Mar 24 – May 18 Library leaders have committed to creating and improving more inclusive environments for our users through programming, collections, and outreach. But are we committed to the same improvements for our workers? In this course, participants will build practical skills to positively impact workplace inclusion, from recruitment to retention. With these tools, students will be able to build an equitable employee life cycle—from hiring, to onboarding, to training—and create a safe and inclusive environment for every staff member. * Basic Public Library Administration<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-pl-admin/>, Jan 27 – Apr 20 * Organization & Management of Collections<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/organization-and-management-o…>, Feb 3 – Apr 27 * NEW! Sustainably Grow Your Summer Library Program<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/sustainably-grow-your-summer-…>, Feb 10 – Mar 9 * NEW! Oral History Essentials: From the Basics to Collection Enhancement<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/oral-history-essentials-from-…>, Feb 10 – Mar 23 * NEW! Connect and Engage: Effective Youth Outreach Strategies for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/connect-and-engage-effective-…>, Feb 17 – Mar 30 * Reference Desk Ready<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/reference-desk-ready/>, Mar 3 – Apr 27 * NEW! Supporting the Business Community at the Library<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/supporting-the-business-commu…>, Mar 17 – May 11 * Playing Around: The Library’s Role in Playful Learning for Young Children<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/playing-around-the-librarys-r…>, Mar 31-May 11 * Creating a Welcoming Space for Immigrant and Refugee Families<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/creating-a-welcoming-space-fo…>, Apr 7 – May 4 * The Next Chapter: Programs and Services for Older Adults<https://ischool.wisc.edu/programming-services-for-older-adults/>, Apr 14 – May 11 See full course offerings: go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce<https://go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce> -- Power Up: A Leadership Conference For Youth Services Managers & Staff February 13-14, 2025 Virtual Conference Register today: go.wisc.edu/w2uvnu<http://go.wisc.edu/w2uvnu> Join youth services managers and staff for two days of virtual learning. Sessions will focus on leveling up your leadership skills, best practices for serving your community, and how to best support your team. This year's keynote speaker, Kyle Lukoff, is the author of several books for young readers. His debut middle-grade novel, Too Bright To See, received a Newbery honor, the Stonewall award, and was a National Book Award finalist. His picture book When Aidan Became A Brother also won the Stonewall, and his book Call Me Max has been banned in schools across the country. He is the recipient of the 2025 Children’s Literature Lecture award and has forthcoming books for all ages on a variety of topics. While becoming a writer he worked as a bookseller for ten years, and then nine more years as a school librarian. In addition to Kyle’s keynote, the upcoming Power Up conference will offer a diverse array of insightful sessions, including: * Mastering the Art of Middle Management: Real Talk, Hacks, and Humor from the Front Lines * Implementing Trauma-Informed Principles in Your Library * Data-driven to distraction: Reconsidering the role of vulnerability in a healthy library workplace * Leading Staff Through Change to Elevate Youth Services * The Right to Inclusion: How Libraries can Extend Privileges to the Underserved * Using Critical Literacy to Decolonize your Collections Quick links: * For more information about Power Up 2025, visit its website<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/power-up/2025powerup/?elqTrac…>. * View the conference schedule<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tU0OSUA4cuc4SudLShte97L8XeiPo3P-Ykf9u1l…>.<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tU0OSUA4cuc4SudLShte97L8XeiPo3P-Ykf9u1l…> * View details about sliding-scale registration costs<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/power-up/2025powerup/power-up…> -- Lead The Way: Libraries At The Heart Of Community Engagement 2025 Conference April 21-22, 2025 Hybrid Conference $325-$200 Register today: go.wisc.edu/7g5grl<https://go.wisc.edu/7g5grl> We are excited to announce registration is now open for Lead the Way 2025! This year, we’re introducing a hybrid track for the first time ever. Join us either online or in person at the Pyle Center in Madison, WI, as we delve into strategies for building and maintaining relationships, programming for your community, and understanding what it means to be a community partner. Quick links: * For more information about Lead the Way 2025, visit its website<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/engage/2025-lead-the-way-libr…>. * View the conference schedule.<https://leadtheway2025.sched.com/?elqTrackId=E3C26C2B3AAE7647D12EDCCEDF0872…> * View details about sliding-scale registration costs<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/engage/2025-lead-the-way-libr…>. – Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu<mailto:ce-info@ischool.wisc.edu>

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Smokey Bear Reading Challenge survey from the US Forest Service
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Jan '25

08 Jan '25

Hello, The USDA Forest Service is excited to learn about how the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge went at your location. If you can please take just a few moments to complete the following survey, that would be greatly appreciated: https://forms.office.com/g/QQq84KgKut. We kindly ask for responses by January 31st. Your responses will provide vital information regarding the program's reach across the country. The Forest Service also welcomes any additional stories, pictures, or other information you would like to share about the challenge that you are not able to include in the survey response (just email those to rachel.bayer(a)usda.gov<mailto:rachel.bayer@usda.gov>). I hope to hear of a strong Michigan response! The resources of the Forest Service are so important, and it's hard not to be thinking of Smokey and all their work considering the current wildfire situation. Best, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. "The thing I remember best about successful people I've met all through the years is their obvious delight in what they're doing ... and it seems to have very little to do with worldly success. They just love what they're doing, and they love it in front of others." ~ Fred Rogers

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[employment opportunity] Finance Coordinator
by BTPL Careers 08 Jan '25

08 Jan '25

Greetings-- We've extended the deadline for this excellent opportunity to work at an exceptional library. The chosen candidate would work the Administration Department, which I can personally attest, is a great department. Please see the description below or the attached posting. One can apply through the link below my signature. -------------------- The Bloomfield Township Public Library is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Coordinator committed to high quality library service to join our team. The Library serves a community of 44,000 people and has a $8.3 million annual operating budget. There is strong community support for the Library and the collections, services, and programs it offers. 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: Finance Coordinator DEPARTMENT: Administration, reporting to Library Director HOURS: Full-time-37.5 hours. Must be flexible to address workload and attend occasional evening meetings of the Library Board of Trustees. WAGES & BENEFITS Salary range $59,129.77 - $85,185.21. Benefits include paid leave time such as vacation, sick, holiday and emergency time. Health insurance, dental/optical insurance, term life and disability insurance provided, as well as an employee assistance program (EAP). Optional retirement plan. Eligible for deferred compensation and other voluntary benefits. Opportunity to participate in professional development. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Provides positive, professional service to the public and administrative support to the Library Director and Library Board of Trustees. * Coordinate all financial management activities for the Library in compliance with current regulations, policies, and generally accepted accounting principles. * Accounts for all library receivables, payables, investments, operating budget, and gift fund. * Reports revenues and expenditures, assets and liabilities to the Library Director and Trustees. * Develops the annual Library budget with the Library Director and Trustees. * Prepares payroll and maintains employee benefit sheets and information and assists staff with benefit questions. * Prepares and records statistics and other reports as requested. * Maintains fixed assets inventory. * Maintains a Capital Improvements Plan. * Collaborate with the Library’s leadership team on process improvements, internal controls, and financial procedures for the Library. DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: * Reconcile cash register reports with deposits prepared daily. * Oversee accounts payable/receivable Sage 50 database. * Review and print checks for invoices. * Research unpaid or overpaid invoices. * Reconcile bank statements for funds. * Input daily revenue amounts by specific revenue line items. * Maintain general ledger. * Update vendor files (add vendors, change addresses). * Carry out the board’s investment policy, as delegated by the library director, by contacting area banks for current investment rates and best terms and act as liaison with investment firms. * Record employee benefit time records. * Verify time sheets to prepare payroll, calling supervisors for information as needed. * Deliver payroll to township accounting department for processing. * Take check to post office to maintain postal bulk mail and return mail accounts. * Generate monthly payables report and explain significant items for library director’s report to board of trustees. * Prepare monthly financial reports for Board meeting. * Prepare monthly reports of utility use. * Assist Library Director in preparation of annual budget and budget documents. * Functions as alternating “Person in Charge” of building. * Act as liaison with township accounting staff. * Act as liaison with auditors. * Take deposits to area banks. * Submit building insurance claims. * Update fixed asset inventory. * Issue reimbursements from petty cash fund and keep petty cash balance up to date. * Run and distribute mail as needed. REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM: * Bachelor’s degree in accounting and one to three years’ experience as a full charge bookkeeper. * Knowledge of and experience working with Excel, Word, Outlook and Sage accounting software. * Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, cost control procedures, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and accounting and auditing practices. * Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with Trustees, library staff, vendors and others in a team environment. * Strong organizational skills and ability to work well independently. * Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation; ability to visually review materials and discern vocal and audible tones, with or without reasonable accommodation. DESIRABLE: * Experience using inventory software. APPLICATION: Due Monday, January 13, 2025 Must include: * resume * cover letter * completed online library application form<https://bloomfieldtwp.bamboohr.com/careers/40> Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 Phone: (248) 642-5800 Email: careers(a)btpl.org Fax: (248) 258-2555 Bloomfield Township Public Library champions the power of words to spark discovery and imagination. For more information about the Library, visit our website: www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org> Bloomfield Township Public Library provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, political views, age, disability, marital status, height, weight, or any other prohibited basis. Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library See all of our open positions here: https://btpl.org/employment/

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Hiring Youth Services Member
by Pam Ballett 07 Jan '25

07 Jan '25

The Schoolcraft Community Library is looking to hire a Youth Services member to our team! This is a part-time position and includes one evening and 2 Saturdays a month. Please see attached for more information. [https://res-1.cdn.office.net/assets/mail/file-icon/png/docx_16x16.png]Youth Services Librarian.docx<https://schoolcraftlibrary-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/pam_ballett_sch…> Pam Ballett Director Schoolcraft Community Library 330 N Centre Schoolcraft MI 49087 269 679-5959 [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zo6Pdd7idswbRjh2zFjbRLbu3G…] “Books are a uniquely portable magic.” ― Stephen King www.schoolcraftlibrary.org<http://www.schoolcraftlibrary.org/>

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Upcoming Hybrid Event at BPL: Author Talk- Diane K. Boyd: A Woman Among Wolves
by Mick Howey 07 Jan '25

07 Jan '25

Hello Michlib! Please join us at 7:00 PM, Monday, January 13th as we welcome author, world-renowned wildlife biologist and wolf researcher Diane K. Boyd. World-renowned wildlife biologist and wolf researcher Diane K. Boyd joins us for a fascinating discussion of her memoir A Woman Among Wolves. Diane, who is often referred to as the “Jane Goodall of wolves, has 40 years’ of experience on the behavior, conservation, and management of wild wolf populations and has been instrumental in the recovery of wolf populations in the western US. Registration required. This event will be streamed live in the library and virtual via Zoom. Tap here <https://www.baldwinlib.org/calendar/#/events/uEHTqiQ2As/instances/kJ4O8WOLl…> to register. Registration automatically qualifies you to win one of two signed copies of A Woman Among Wolves. Hope you can join us, Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/

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Job Title: Library Assistant 1: Youth Services Scottville
by Eric Smith 07 Jan '25

07 Jan '25

The Mason County District Library is seeking applications for the position of *Librarian Assistant 1: Youth Services Scottville*, in order to bring children’s services to life at the Scottville Library. Salary Range of $19.40 to $22.40 based on experience for this part time, non-exempt position scheduled for 26 hours weekly. The Youth Services Library Assistant will work closely with the Head of Youth Services to facilitate services to children, tweens, and teens at the Scottville branch. The Youth Services Library Assistant will have a high level of responsibility, minimal supervision, and the latitude to exercise judgement and decision-making in the Children and Teen areas. Key Position Requirements: · Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. · Advanced computer skills, including experience with library specific apps and resources. · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with adults and children. · Ability to pass a background check. For more details and application instructions, view the full job description available on our website. Application packets must be submitted via email. Packets MUST contain a completed application from MCDL in addition to a cover letter and resume. Find an application at ( http://www.masoncounty.lib.mi.us/about/employment-app/) Incomplete applications will not be considered. *Application period closes Monday, January 27th, 2025 at 5:00 pm.* The Mason County District Library serves a rural population of 28,000. The Library has two branches, in Ludington & Scottville, to serve the residents of Mason County. Mason County is located on the Lake Michigan shoreline, with a range of outdoor and cultural amenities, and is located within easy driving distance of Muskegon, Grand Rapids, and Traverse City. For more information, please contact the Library. Thanks! Eric Smith, Director Mason County District Library 217 E Ludington Street Mason County District Library (231) 843-8465 director(a)mcdlibrary.org

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Next MCLS Virtual Dialogue on January 23 on The Future of Mental Health & Wellbeing in Libraries
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 07 Jan '25

07 Jan '25

The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services’ new year of Virtual Dialogues starts on Thursday, January 23, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central). The Virtual Dialogues are designed to provide opportunities for those in the library industry to connect and engage around various topics. In 2025, we hope to dive deeper into the future of libraries, and our first dialogue is around the future of mental health and wellbeing and the role libraries play in supporting their communities. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are not courses or webinars but is an opportunity to engage with others in the profession. Please plan to have your microphone enabled and camera on to participate. Register now at https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/virtual-dialogues. If you have any questions, please reach out at engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>. We look forward to connecting with you! Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:f3157555-5efa-4771-ab31-1f0f1c6287f3] 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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Job opportunity at the Orion Library
by Joyce Becker 07 Jan '25

07 Jan '25

The Orion Township Public Library is hiring a full-time Outreach Services Coordinator. Please see the attached posting or visit our website at orionlibrary.org for the full posting and online application. Thanks, Joyce [cid:image001.png@01DA803C.F3F6ECD0] Joyce Becker Administrative Assistant Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362 Phone: (248) 693-3000 ext. 431 | Direct: (248) 287-8020 orionlilbrary.org

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Application deadline approaching
by Marsh, Carrie 07 Jan '25

07 Jan '25

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline for applications for the Clarke Historical Library's annual competitive grant program to digitize a Michigan newspaper and host it in the DigMichNews database<https://digmichnews.cmich.edu/> is January 31, 2025. Read about the application requirements and apply online<https://www.cmich.edu/research/clarke-historical-library/services/digmich-n…> The Clarke's Digital Michigan Newspaper Grant program is supported by the Robert and Susan Clarke Endowment, with additional funding partly provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library of Michigan and the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC). Carrie Marsh (she/her) Director, Clarke Historical Library Park Library 142B | 989-774-3965 Central Michigan University [cid:image001.png@01DB60FA.DC2A1EC0] Carrie Marsh (she, her) Director | Clarke Historical Library Park Library 142B | 250 Preston Street | Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 P: 989-774-3965 | E: marsh4c(a)cmich.edu<mailto:marsh4c@cmich.edu> | www.cmich.edu<http://www.cmich.edu/>

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