September 2025 - Michlib-l

JDL Job Opening- Manager II Summit Branch
by Wayne, Danah 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

Jackson District Library is currently seeking a positive, outgoing individual to lead our Summit Branch as Branch Manager. Located in Vandercook, just outside downtown Jackson, the Summit Branch offers easy access to Vandercook Lake, scenic walking trails, beautiful parks, and a variety of great local eateries. This location operates six days a week and oversees a dedicated team, including one full-time Library Assistant II and four part-time Library Assistant I staff. If you or someone you know would be a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity! Thank you for helping us connect with passionate individuals who are excited to make a difference in our community. 6140061:Career Search<https://secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6140061.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=…> Danah D Wayne Human Resources Manager Jackson District Library O: 517-905-1306 C: 517-936-7576 wayned(a)myjdl.com<mailto:wayned@myjdl.com> [cid:ea1bdde3-03af-4751-a046-6e1a6d3558db]

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Call for Proposals: Mid-Michigan Digital Practitioners Fall Meeting
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

The Mid-Michigan Digital Practitioners<https://midmichdp.wordpress.com/> (MMDP) will come together for an in-person meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the Library of Michigan in Lansing. As with all MMDP meetings, we will bring together a wide range of professionals and students engaged in creating and curating digital collections in Michigan and the surrounding region, including librarians, archivists, museum curators, historians, students, educators, and more. The goal of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for the MMDP community to share knowledge and make connections. New attendees are always welcome! Submit Your Proposals for the 2025 MMDP Meeting The MMDP Planning Group invites you to submit your proposal for our November meeting. Proposals will be accepted for sessions in the following lengths and formats: * Presentation: A single topic or project presented by up to three (3) presenters. Presentations will be slotted into either 30, 45, or 60-minute sessions, including time for Q&A. (30-60 minutes) * “Birds-of-a-Feather” Break-out Discussion Topics: Open sessions for discussion around a particular topic or theme. This session provides an opportunity to begin or get feedback on in-progress projects, collaborate on addressing challenges, and discuss thought-provoking questions. (approximately 30 minutes) * Demonstrations: Guided training sessions on a specific tool, technique, workflow, or concept. (10 minutes) * Lightning Talks: High-energy talks on any topic held in succession in a single session. (5 minutes) * Poster: Present research or project findings summarized using brief written statements and graphic materials, such as photographs, charts, graphs, and/or diagrams mounted on poster board. * Panel: A discussion of up to three (3) presenters on a unified topic, plus a moderator. Panels will be slotted into 60-minute sessions, leaving a minimum of 15 minutes for Q&A and discussion at the end of each session. (60 minutes) This is a great opportunity to reuse a poster shared at another conference! We welcome proposals from anyone, but are particularly interested in proposals from smaller institutions and students. For Presentations, Demonstrations, and Lightning Talks, we invite presenters to join us in-person or via a pre-recorded video. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate live-streamed presentations. As always, we welcome proposals for demos, talks, or posters on a wide range of topics, including (but not limited to): * Accessibility * Artificial Intelligence * Collaboration * Community Archiving * Digital Collections Stewardship * Diversity and Inclusion * Digital Humanities * Outreach * Standards, Tools, and Formats * Web Archiving To submit a proposal, please complete the form with your idea: https://tinyurl.com/MMDP2025-Proposals. If you have any questions, please send us an e-mail (midmichdp(a)gmail.com) Proposal Evaluation The Planning Group will review the proposals and come up with a program for the MMDP meeting. Please submit proposals by Tuesday, September 30 for the MMDP Meeting on November 20. Individuals with proposals chosen for inclusion in the Fall MMDP Meeting will be notified by the end of business on October 14. Registration As with all MMDP events, attendance is free but registration is required. To register, please complete the registration form: https://tinyurl.com/MMDP2025-Registration. More details about MMDP and past events are available on our website, <http://midmichdp.wordpress.com/> MidMichDP.wordpress.com<http://midmichdp.wordpress.com/>. We look forward to seeing you at the Library of Michigan this fall! 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 [cid:759869d9-5243-45bc-97b2-6480d94fa61e] Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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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Employment Opportunity: Library Faculty, Oakland Community College
by Johnson-Bignotti, Darlene 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

Oakland Community College (OCC) is actively recruiting candidates for one full-time Library Faculty position based at our downtown Royal Oak campus. OCC seeks a librarian who values diversity, shared responsibility, open communication, personal empowerment, integrity, and ethical commitment in a learning-centered environment. A commitment to using current and emerging technologies to enhance teaching and learning is essential. Follow this link to learn more about this position and apply online: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/oaklandcc/jobs/5062739/librarian-full-ti… Application closing date is October 5. Position start date is January 2026. Darlene Johnson-Bignotti (she/her) Library Faculty & Interim ASC/Library Dept. Chair, Royal Oak Oakland Community College 739 South Washington St, C107 Royal Oak, MI 48067-3898 Visit our home page: http://www.oaklandcc.edu/library<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.oaklandcc.edu/Library__;!!HXCxUKc!gEB…> "People don't realize how a man's whole life can be changed by one book." - Malcolm X

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Infopeople Fall Course Offerings
by Califa Group 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

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Automotive Code Readers
by Tracy Logan 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

Hello Wise Ones! Do any of your libraries circulate automotive code readers? Do you require some kind of waiver to check them out? Thank you! -Tracy -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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Magazine Rack
by marion Library 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

The magazine rack has found a new home. Thank you for your interest! (That went faster than I expected!) :) -- Sarah Genereaux-Maddox MLIS Marion Area District Library Director 120 E Main St, Marion, MI 49665 (231) 428-2682 Have a wonderful day! *"**Fairy tales do not give the child his first idea of bogey. What fairy tales give the child is his first clear idea of the possible defeat of bogey. The baby has known the dragon intimately ever since he had an imagination. What the fairy tale provides for him is a St. George to kill the dragon." - G.K. Chesterton*

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Magazine Rack
by marion Library 16 Sep '25

16 Sep '25

If anyone is interested in a paper storage rack (formerly magazine rack) we have one available for pick-up. We use one here for flyers and information but we don't need both. If you are interested please let me know. Thank you! -- Sarah Genereaux-Maddox MLIS Marion Area District Library Director 120 E Main St, Marion, MI 49665 (231) 428-2682 Have a wonderful day! *"**Fairy tales do not give the child his first idea of bogey. What fairy tales give the child is his first clear idea of the possible defeat of bogey. The baby has known the dragon intimately ever since he had an imagination. What the fairy tale provides for him is a St. George to kill the dragon." - G.K. Chesterton*

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Troy Public Library Job Posting - Youth Services Sub Librarian
by Keegan M Sulecki 15 Sep '25

15 Sep '25

To better support our department and continue to provide a full schedule of dynamic programs and services to the Troy community, the TPL Youth Services Department is seeking to add more substitute librarians to our pool. Under the direction of the Head of Youth Services, this librarian will work in a team environment to provide a positive experience at our information desk for children 0-13 years of age and their families. For full details and to apply, please see the link below: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6122604.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US [cid:image001.png@01DC265A.D87EE820] Keegan Sulecki Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library 248.524.3543 troypl.org<https://troypl.org/>

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NEW: Library Director search - Shreve Memorial Library (LA)
by Beth Barker 15 Sep '25

15 Sep '25

Library Director - Shreve Memorial Library (LA) The Shreve Memorial Library<https://www.shreve-lib.org/> (LA) Board of Control is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic library leader to help shape a vision for the library's future as its next Library Director. Shreve Memorial Library has 22 physical locations (21 branches and an administrative center), a mobile library, and a staff of 154 full-time equivalents. The library serves Caddo Parish, which has a population of over 240,000 residents. Offering a plethora of public programs, Shreve Memorial Library hosts successful large-scale annual events such as Author Faires, the Children's Book Festival, and One Book One Parish, and joins forces with community partners to contribute services towards events like ArtBreak. Key initiatives for this role will include fostering a positive staff culture of inclusivity, implementation of a recently drafted technology plan, execution of a system-wide capital improvement plan, building upon existing community partnerships, and forging new connections to create additional opportunities for library users to dream, discover, and do. Shreveport sits in northwest Louisiana and is the state's third-largest city. It's a hub for education, business, and culture in the Ark-La-Tex region, where Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas meet. As the seat of Caddo Parish, Shreveport also stretches into Bossier Parish and borders Bossier City. These two cities, often called the twin cities, offer many amenities for both residents and visitors. Overlooking the Red River, Shreveport has plenty of entertainment, from theaters and museums to local food and casinos. The city hosts festivals and events all year, including the Mudbug Madness Cajun Festival, Mardi Gras parades, and Red River Revel Arts Festival. Several colleges and universities are based here, including Centenary College, LSU Shreveport, Louisiana Tech, Louisiana Baptist University, Bossier Parish Community College, and Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will direct the operations of the 21-branch library system; develop and recommend library policies to the library board of control; play a leading role in tax elections, bond issues, and other funding initiatives; manage a detailed budget and communicate fiduciary needs to the board. This individual will develop the overall vision, goals, and objectives of the library; be heavily involved in capital programs; analyze and improve the library's public services, facilities, technology, staff development, and update the library board on current methods and trends. Additional responsibilities include making decisions concerning personnel, application of policies, and maintenance of facilities, systems, and grounds. The director will represent the library in the community and at other governmental and professional organizational meetings, and will cultivate a courteous, competent, customer-focused environment that is welcoming to the public. For a full listing of responsibilities, can be found in the job description link on the Bradbury Miller Associates website. Qualifications: The minimum qualifications for this role an MLIS (Master of Library and Information Science) or MLS (Master of Library Science) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution; have at least five years of full-time professional experience which reflects increasing responsibility, including at least two years in an administrative capacity (e.g. director of a medium-sized library system or assistant/associate director of a large library system). Must have certification by the Louisiana Board of Library Examiners<https://library.la.gov/services/for-libraries-librarians/directortrustee-in…> or be able to attain certification within the first year of employment. Must have a good driving record with no DWI violations within the past five years and no other moving violations within the past year. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $100,000 - $140,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by selecting the position and then the "Apply" button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com/) This position closes on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Visit our website<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) to access the latest version of this announcement in full, along with all related links. - 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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PA system
by Don Priest 13 Sep '25

13 Sep '25

I'm considering installing a PA system, and would like to hear from some libraries that have one. I'm not entirely sure one is worthwhile for us, so I'm interested in hearing thoughts on how useful it is, how easy to use. If you got one in recent memory, I'd also love to hear how you got it, how set up went, and if you're willing to share, a ballpark of the cost. Thanks to anyone who shares! Donald Priest Director Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate MI 48195 734-258-3002

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