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Employee Pay
by Amber Hughey 10 May '21

10 May '21

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U.S. Book Show: Libraries Are Essential
by Jim Flury 10 May '21

10 May '21

Good Morning, If you ever had the opportunity to attend BEA (BookExpo America, later just BookExpo) in person, the U.S. Book Show is the virtual replacement. Due to the this year's theme I thought it worthy of a share here :) [ https://usbookshow.com/libraries-are-essential/ | https://usbookshow.com/libraries-are-essential/ ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Packing Envelopes Needed @ zv174 IML
by Jessica Bostian 08 May '21

08 May '21

Hello fellow libraries! If anyone has spare packaging envelopes for RIDES delivery, any and all sizes, we could sorely use them at the Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library in Imlay City (zv174 IML). Thank you either way everyone, and have a great week/weekend! -- Jessica Bostian Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Avenue Imlay City, MI 48444 810-724-8043

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Prizes for staff's children
by Kristina Reynolds 07 May '21

07 May '21

Does your library allow children of staff to claim prizes? -- Kristina Reynolds

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Cooperative Director Position closing Friday
by Lisa Waskin 07 May '21

07 May '21

Job Objective/Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Superiorland Library Cooperative Board of Trustees, the SLC Director serves as the cooperative's primary public representative. The Director works with a wide range of people, including staff, board members, member libraries, government officials, local businesses, other cooperative directors and the Library of Michigan. The Director has a broad range of tasks, including supervising, problem solving, team-building, marketing, human resources, programming, community outreach, fundraising, building maintenance, grant writing, decision making, and others. This position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited institution, four years of supervisory and/or management in an administrative capacity, and experience working with a board. The Superiorland Library Cooperative Office is located in beautiful Marquette in the state's Upper Peninsula. A full description of the position, along with salary and benefits, is attached. The deadline for applying is May 15, 2021. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me or one of the other Search Committee members. Thank you, The SLC Search Committee: Lisa Waskin - Superior District Library Megan Buck - Dickinson County Library Dillon Geshel - Portage Lake District Library Cris Roll - SLC Board Member Brad Winnicki - SLC Board Member Pam Malmsten - SLC Interim Director Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Library of Michigan - Family History Virtual Series
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 07 May '21

07 May '21

Hi All, The Special Collections staff at the Library of Michigan is offering a series of monthly virtual programs starting in June through Zoom for anyone interested in enhancing their Family History research skills. A full list of session titles/descriptions as well as registration information may be found at www.Michigan.gov/FamilyHistory<http://www.Michigan.gov/FamilyHistory>. All sessions are free and anyone is welcome to attend. We encourage you to alert your patrons about these programs as well as share content about them on your social media accounts. Facebook announcement: https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/posts/10157836198926771 June 3 program Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/1mgwBMHxf Twitter announcement: https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich/status/1390682839964950530 Additional social media event listings/ posts will go live throughout the series. A portion of the series are a number of informal Family History Virtual Study Hall Sessions. These are intended for participants to ask questions in a group setting with Special Collections staff and fellow researchers about Family History topics. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us through our general reference email at Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> and to me directly at ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov>. Thanks! Adam Adam Oster, Community Engagement Librarian Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov> | 517-335-1469 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mi.gov…> Follow us: Facebook<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> | Twitter<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> | Instagram<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.insta…>

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Assistant librarian job descriptions
by Jessica Holman 07 May '21

07 May '21

Good day, I am looking to update the job description for the assistant librarian position at the Negaunee Public Library, as it does not appear to have been updated since the early 1990s. The job is part-time, mid-level (may supervise clerk), in a Class 3 library and includes: - serving patrons - cataloging and technical services - interlibrary loans I would like to also update the description to make it responsible for at least some programming, as I am unable to do it all. If you have something similar at your library, I would greatly appreciate your input. Thank you! -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18 she/her/hers

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Public Discussion on Shifting from Library “Neutrality” to Equity -- Tues., May 25, noon, Zoom
by Kristin Fontichiaro 07 May '21

07 May '21

Dear Colleagues -- “If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality.” - Desmond Tutu Join us Tuesday, May 25, at noon on Zoom for a thoughtful peer discussion about shifting from library “neutrality” to equitable library services. The past few weeks have brought a lively discussion about libraries as “neutral” spaces and the role libraries can and should play in equitizing outcomes for all of their patrons. Many of us have been in private conversations about this topic and revealed a hunger for further discussion on this issue. If you have been wrestling with this issue and discovering a nagging voice that is saying, “If we stay neutral, we maintain the status quo, and that means some are left out,” we have been, too. If we are committed, as the ALA Code of Ethics states, to “equitable service policies” and “equitable access,” is that mission accomplished or a call to do more? Does our call to have balanced collections really mean taking no stance on any issue? Don’t libraries have a history of neutrality, or a legacy of changing our practices over time to be more inclusive of genres, people with special needs, the very young, senior citizens, those in need of social services, and others? To what extent does our profession have a political legacy as well (e.g., Connecticut 5 and the PATRIOT Act, ALA maintaining a lobbying arm, Legislative Days, advocacy for literacy initiatives)? Though we have limitations on our activities as outlined by law in our role as government agencies or non-profit organizations, is posting a celebration of BIPOC voices on social media really a verboten act? And regardless of how we interpret the profession’s past stances on neutrality, is it the future we want for libraries? Please note that this will not be a formal presentation, a toolkit, or a series of easy fixes. It’s an initial conversation rooted in the conviction that equity is worth fighting for. Please join us in thinking deeply, finding fellow travelers, and considering next steps. As a wise man once suggested to one of us, it is a chance to “search for the truth with love.” You can register for this free event, see our discussion guidelines, and learn more about how you can read up on neutrality prior to our conversation at https://umich.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkdu6pqDIrGdYZEpVVF5o8yZCtmzi9ytTG Thank you for understanding that this event will **not** be recorded. Kristin Fontichiaro, University of Michigan School of Information Kristin Shelley, East Lansing Public Library Catherine Lucas, Willard Library -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

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Farmington Community Library is Hiring!!!
by Crystal Peterson 07 May '21

07 May '21

Crystal C. Peterson Executive Assistant Farmington Community Library 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 848-4303 Crystal.Peterson(a)farmlib.org [blocklogolarge]

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Job post: Public Services Manager
by Rebecca Higgerson 07 May '21

07 May '21

Brandon Township Public Library (Ortonville MI) is a Class IV rural library with a perpetual millage. We have a loyal and supportive community; engaged Staff, Library Board, and Friends; and an active Strategic Plan. We are seeking an energetic Public Services Manager who understands the importance of community outreach and believes that imagination + innovation = success. This position will supervise Youth, Teen, and Adult staff (5-6 employees). One year of supervisory experience is required. Please apply at Indeed.com *Start date: June 2021* An Equal Opportunity Employer *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER* *No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors!* https://nrr.ninja/

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