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Job Posting: Director, Indian River Area Library
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Apr '21

01 Apr '21

Posting on behalf of IRAL Board. DIRECTOR SEARCH: INDIAN RIVER AREA LIBRARY The Indian River Area Library Board of Trustees in Indian River, Michigan, is seeking a qualified, creative, dynamic and motivated leader as Director. The appropriate candidate will work with the Board of Trustees to establish goals and priorities for the library's future, engage in community involvement, manage all areas of library services, and lead library growth. The successful candidate will be a customer-oriented person who enjoys the small-town way of life and conversing with customers and friends on topics ranging from the weather to the latest tech trends and everything in between. The Indian River Area Library has recently completed a major renovation. The right candidate would have the opportunity to help influence the feel of our community library through continued growth and programming. Strong interpersonal communication and technology skills and the ability to represent the library in the community are essential. JOB DESCRIPTION The Library Director is responsible for the management and operation of the library and its program of services in accordance with policies established by the Board of Trustees. The Director works in close cooperation with the Board, serving as its advisor and as an active participant in policy and budget development, goal setting, planning and evaluation, revenue generation, and record keeping. The Director is also responsible for the facilities, financial management, and personnel of the library. The Director is expected to provide a leadership role within the library, the community and the profession. The position is directly accountable to the Library Board of Trustees. JOB QUALIFICATIONS * Ability to qualify for a Michigan Professional Librarian Certificate. * Prior management and supervisory experience. * A four year degree in a relevant field (Communication, English, History, Education, etc.) preferred (but not required.) * Ability to make administrative decisions and supervise staff. * Experience planning and implementing library programs at all levels. * A strong working knowledge of library technology and trends including makers' spaces. * Demonstrated experience with budget, fiscal management and fiscal reporting. * Ability to prepare reports and communicate clearly in written and oral form. * Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgement * Ability to motivate and maintain effective working relationship with all library stakeholders. * Millage experience preferred. * A desire to serve the public and provide excellent customer service. * Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. * Ability to stand for lengthy periods. WORKING CONDITIONS AND COMPENSATION * Compensation Package: $28,000.00 - $45,000.00 commensurate with experience. * The position includes some evening and weekend hours. * Current staffing includes a full-time Manager and 2 part-time assistants. * The Indian River Area Library is a Class 1 Library serving a population of just over 3,000. * There is an active and supportive Friends group and several library volunteers. * The Library works in close partnership with our local schools. APPLICATIONS Application deadline is May 14, 2021. Candidates should forward a cover letter addressing the qualifying requirements, a resume, and three professional references with contact information (e-mail and telephone.) Apply by email to IRAL Hiring Committee at iralboard(a)indianriverlibrary.org<mailto:iralboard@indianriverlibrary.org>. https://www.indianriverlibrary.org/ The Indian River Area Library is an equal opportunity employer.

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Ford Presidential Library/Museum Director Job Posting - Grand Rapids, MI
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Apr '21

01 Apr '21

Director - Gerald R Ford Library, Grand Rapids, MI View posting online: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/595923400 Applications are due by May 6, 2021. This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration. As a/an Director- Gerald R Ford Library, you will be serving as Director of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. Incumbent is responsible for planning, directing, and administering all program and activities of the library and the museum. Position duties: - Plan and direct the programs and activities of the library and museum which contain the papers of Gerald Ford, including his Presidential materials for the period of his tenure; the papers of persons such as cabinet officers, heads of Federal agencies, members of Congress, political leaders, as well as national political organizations; selected records of federal agencies; a library of books, pamphlets, periodicals, and other printed materials; audiovisual materials including motion and still pictures, slides, sound recordings, and other such materials; and collections of artifacts and memorabilia related to the President and his times. - Be responsible for providing leadership, policy development, program accountability, budget formulation, and strategic planning for the library in context with NARA's overall strategic plan and annual operating plans and budget. Directs the managerial and administrative activities of the library including personnel, budget, space management, disbursement, procurement of property and the writing of reports. - Direct the full range of archival, museum, and information-related services to provide for the accessibility and preservation of the historical materials at the library. - Maintain liaison and develops cooperative working relationships with the academic community including lecturing and the development of curricula related to the holdings of the library. - Maintain close working relations with the former President's family and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation particularly in developing and sustaining partnerships particularly in developing and sustaining partnership ventures and providing other funding opportunities that enhance the growth and reputation of the library as a dynamic museum and center of public scholarship and service. Full details on the position and how to apply can be found on the posting online. https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/595923400 Shannon White Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Call me on Teams<callto:whites29@michigan.gov>

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Presenter Recommendation
by Katie Rothley 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

Hey Michlib-L, We hosted Author and Cook, Lisa Howard tonight, on the topic of local farmers and meat, and Lisa was amazing. She's incredibly passionate about food, sharing pertinent information that many consumers may be unaware of, and she has two cookbooks out that you may or may not have in your collections. Lisa may be reached here: lisa(a)poignantpen.com And this is her website: https://theculturedcook.com/ I highly recommend Lisa and in fact, have hosted her multiple times. She's that great. Katie Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Outreach Librarian Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI 48178 https://www.lyon.lib.mi.us/ (248) 437-8800 ext. 618

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CSLP Newsletter: March 2021
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

The last "Order by" / "Receive by" date is approaching. Place your order by May 1st to receive by June 1st: https://www.cslpreads.org/cslp-store/. Print catalogs were not mailed out this year from the Library of Michigan, so please follow the link above. View this email in your browser<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus13.camp…> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] The last "Order by" "Receive by" date is approaching. Place your order by May 1st to receive by June 1st. https://www.cslpreads.org/cslp-store/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> Coming Early April: "Tails and Tales, Part 2", a supplemental collection of worksheets and resources to support your library mitigate the uncertainty caused by the pandemic. 2021 Tails & Tales themed StickTogethers available for preorder. Click here to view! https://letsticktogether.com/collections/cslp-tails-tales<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fletstickt…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/68777689-f2b4-41…] Comparing Apples to Oranges by Aimee Adams, Events Coordinator, Medina County District Library, Ohio In the world of statistics, previous years always pop back up since we normally compare them to the current year's performance. While 2020 is behind us, it continues to haunt us like those leftovers that got pushed to the back of the fridge. You've probably heard the age-old idiom that "you can't compare apples to oranges," but what if you could? Using fill rate ratios can add an extra dimension to your system's programming audits to determine which programs to resume as COVID-19 restrictions relax. If you are in a multi-branch system perhaps you are accustomed to thinking big branches are apples and small branches are oranges--incomparable. You might also consider your Summer Reading Kick-Off celebration that brings in hundreds or thousands an apple while your story times that only bring in tens are oranges. How can you compare the two? Consider adopting a method of examining the fill rate ratio by using expected and actual attendance stats. Develop the expected attendance as part of your program planning process. How many people do you expect to attend? Sometimes it's pretty straightforward: * How many people can fit in the room? * How many kits of supplies are available? * If you booked a presenter, do they have a limit? Sometimes it takes a bit more thought: * Does your library have a target ROI per program? * Is there a certain dollar amount per person that your library strives to hit? * How many people are likely to attend based on other similar programs? Now you have a number of how many people you expect to attend-whether it's 10 or 500. After the program takes place, take the number of actual attendees and divide it by the expected attendance numbers. This number will give you the fill rate ratio for that particular program. For example, if I plan a story time for 30 people and 25 attend, I end up with a ratio of 83% (25 / 30 = 83.33%). Once all programs have an expected attendance and fill rate ratio, you have the ability to compare some apples to oranges: small-scale can be compared to larger-scale programs and branches can be compared. This method shows how small-but-mighty branches and programs can hold their own against larger counterparts. It also demonstrates there can be much more to stats and success than merely counting people in chairs. Tabletop Role Playing Games: A Summer Primer by Christine Martin-Resotko, Capital Area District Libraries - Mason, MI Tabletop role playing games make a wonderful addition to any summer reading program. For this year's theme, some appropriate games would be Tails of Equestria (My Little Pony Friendship is Magic), Pugmire, The Secret of Cats (FATE supplement), and Anthro Adventures (Dungeons and Dragons supplement). [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/fbf7e8cd-82a8-4b…] Summer is a perfect time to get creative with kids and teens. There are crafts, storytimes, and more that we see every year and all the kids enjoy. What can sometimes be lacking is a more interactive, cooperative creative outlet. Tabletop role playing games can feel that niche. A tabletop role playing game (RPG) is where you and a group of 4-8 people cooperatively tell a story that you make up as you go along. You have books with rules to guide your play, dice to help randomize the results of any action you wish to take, and one person who takes the role of the Game Master (GM) or Dungeon Master (DM), the person who guides the whole process. The whole thing takes place in the imaginations of the people playing. All you really need is a rule book, dice, paper, pencils, and a group of players. There are no age limits for this hobby, and you can explore any genre you like. The great thing about incorporating tabletop RPGs into summer reading programs is that your theme is already picked out for you. If your theme is superheroes, start a game with all your players as kids or teens who just got their superpowers and have to navigate life with them. A space theme leads you to popular franchises like Star Trek and Star Wars. The sky's the limit to the choices of games you have. The best place to start is to look for a Quickstart adventure. This is an adventure with an abbreviated set of rules and a group of characters for your players. It is a perfect starting place if you aren't familiar with tabletop RPGs and don't want to have to read through several hundred pages of rules and setting information. Most games require some kind of dice, and there are plenty of free dice roller apps that can accommodate almost any game. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/965ad4d9-0abf-46…] For those familiar with RPGs, look for adventures or settings for a preferred game system. Many people have created rules to modify games like Dungeons and Dragons for all sorts of settings. There are also many generic systems that allow for any type of play desired. FATE and GURPs are two of the most flexible systems on the market, and both have free PDFs available. The best part is when the group is together. Kids and teens come up with wild ideas while playing. The story will take all sorts of twists and turns. Everyone will laugh, and have stories to tell to all their friends. Being part of the story is the best part of any RPG. They are the heroes battling the bad guys, investigating the hidden temple, exploring a new planet. Imaginations will soar, and they will keep coming back for more. Enjoy the ride. What is your library planning to do for 2021? Please send your photos, ideas, and any informative details to Luke Kralik at: luke.kralik(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:luke.kralik@cslpreads.org> I would love to share them in our newsletter. Looking for some ideas for 2021 to use or share? https://www.pinterest.com/cslpreads/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinte…> Increasingly, public libraries are feeding hungry bodies as well as hungry minds during the summer - and throughout the year. The CSLP's Child and Community Well-Being committee is developing resources to support and encourage library participation in the USDA's Summer Food Service Program and other initiatives to help kids and teens stay nourished, active, and healthy when school is out. These resources include the Libraries and Summer Food<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> page on the CSLP website; a Facebook group<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> for news, support, and resource-sharing; and an ongoing series of stories showcasing the experiences of libraries around the country. 2021 Summer Food Service Program: What Libraries Need to Know By Janet Ingraham Dwyer, Library Consultant, State Library of Ohio & Chair, CSLP Child & Community Well-Being Committee Hundreds of libraries around the USA participate in the Summer Food Service Program<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fns.u…> (SFSP), a USDA-funded program that provides free meals and snacks to children ages 0-18 in communities with high levels of need. Libraries and SFSP are a great fit! The library is a trusted, accessible community center known for free services, available to everyone, without any stigma of "handout." Libraries are also justly famous for drop-in enrichment programming, which increases the attractiveness and use of SFSP sites. Libraries enhance meal distribution with Summer Library Program registration, take-and-make crafts, and other programs to-go. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/4c21b7ea-edd5-4c…]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> Purchase this banner in the CSLP Shop<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…>! SFSP is also good for the library. Besides the obvious benefits of addressing hunger and supporting vulnerable youth, participation benefits libraries through: * Access to new user groups. * Visibility of the library as an important stakeholder in community well-being and positive child outcomes. * Opportunities for new partnerships. * Increased participation in summer programming. Ordinarily, there are rather strict (but do-able) rules about meal distribution, and sites must be in locations where at least 50% of area children are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals. However, during the pandemic, several waivers are in effect and have recently been extended through September 30: * Meals may be served in many locations that were not previously eligible. * Meals may be taken home or delivered, instead of eaten on-site. * Parents or guardians may pick up meals without children present. * Multiple days' worth of meals may be picked up at once. As a SFSP site, you do not have to prepare or pay for meals. You can work with a sponsoring organization that coordinates food service, and the USDA covers the expenses. If your location is eligible, all children who show up are eligible, regardless of family income, and you don't have to take attendance. Check with your state administering agency<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fns.u…> to determine if your location is eligible under the temporary waivers and to learn how to become a site. MANY communities across the USA are eligible to distribute meals this summer. Food insecurity has worsened during the pandemic. This is a great time for your library to become a SFSP site and address food insecurity in your community. With the current waivers, participation can be easier than ever. See the CSLP's Libraries and Summer Food guide<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> for detailed, library-oriented guidance on being a SFSP site, supporting nearby sites, or simply spreading the word about free meals for kids and teens. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/44b29b32-0d72-44…]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> Download this talking points flyer from the CSLP Libraries and Summer Food guide<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by Joel Bangilan, Holocaust Museum Houston, Lester and Sue Smith Campus, Houston, TX May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Starting in 1978 when President Carter signed a joint resolution to designate the first 10 days of May as Pacific/Asian American Heritage Week, educators, libraries, and other community groups set aside time to recognize the contributions of Asians, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders. Something to remember when working with the AAPI communities is that there is no one "Asian" ethnicity or culture. The largest continent on earth is home to billions of people who are of every race, ethnicity, religion, color, language, and tradition. Asian Americans have roots and connections all over the world. From the South Central Asian migration to Guadalajara, NYC's, LA's, and Chicago's Chinatowns, Japanese migration to South America, to the Southeast Asian relocations to the Gulf coast, the recorded history of AAPI people started with Filipinos landing in the Americas off Spanish galleons in Louisiana in the 1500s! Libraries can show appreciation for the hundreds of cultures represented by the umbrella group by planning events that show commonalities among human beings while maintaining appreciation for people with Asian and AAPI heritage. Comics books or "sequential art" are popular the world over for people of all ages. Nowhere else has the medium proliferated as it did in Japan as manga. American comic books taking physical form as graphic novels are growing in popularity among adults and teens, ironically it still is thought of as a media for young children. Time magazine reads at about 8th grade levels. X-men comics are measured to read at 12th grade! AAPI authors and artists have taken to the media to explore far more than the funnies. Through a collaborative art medium, they explore the human condition, race relations and marginalization of people, and freedom to be who one was meant to be. Here are a few titles to consider: American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> They Called Us Enemy by George Takei<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> Essential X-men by Whilce Portacio<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> Monstress by Marjorie Liu<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> Shattered: The Asian American Comics Anthology by Jeff Yang<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> Tina's Mouth: An Existential Comic Diary by Keshni Kashyap<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldc…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/0a0f72db-c81b-48…] What is on the horizon for CSLP? 2021: Theme/Animals; Slogan/"Tails and Tales" Artist/Salina Yoon 2022: Theme/Oceanography; Slogan/"Oceans of Possibility" Artist/Sophie Blackall 2023: Theme/Kindness and Friendship; Slogan/"All Together Now"; Artist/Frank Morrison 2024: Theme/Adventure; Slogan/TBD; Artist/Juana Martinez-Neal Was this forwarded to you? Click here to sign up for your own copy of the newsletter!<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com…> [Facebook]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> [Pinterest]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinte…> [Twitter]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> [Website]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Royal Oak is looking for a P/T Library Monitor
by Adrienne Breznau 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

*Location:* Public Library - City of Royal Oak, MI *Open Until:* April 5, 2021 at 11:59 pm *Job Status:* Part-Time – 24 hours per week Monday and Tuesday: 1-9 pm Wednesday: 5-9 pm Thursday: 12-5 pm *Rate of Pay:* Pay ranges from $11.59-$15.45 *Job Description* The effective *Library Monitor* will assure a safe, pleasant and inviting environment for library users and employees. The Monitor is responsible for enforcing the Library Code of Conduct for public behavior in the library building and on library grounds. This position reports directly to the Head of Access Services. A *Library Monitor* may be called upon to do any or all of the following: *(These examples do not include all of the tasks the employee may be expected to perform):* - Greet the public pleasantly. - Know and understand the Library Code of Conduct. - Observe behavior in Library building and on Library grounds. - Routinely visually check all areas of the Library, including public rest rooms. - Remind patrons of Library Code of Conduct; intercede when behavior is in violation of the Code. - Pick up trash on the grounds when necessary and take out recyclables weekly. - Participate in Library opening and closing procedures. - Write logs and report incidents and contact police if necessary. - Responsible for program and meeting room set-ups, which involves moving chairs and tables. - Respond to Library staff requests for assistance. - Pick up and drop off mail at City Hall. - Light building maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs. FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE VISIT: https://www.romi.gov/270/Job-Openings -or- inquire with Human Resources Adrienne Breznau Interim Director Royal Oak Public Library 222 E. Eleven Mile Road <https://maps.google.com/?q=222+E.+Eleven+Mile+Road+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067&entr…> Royal Oak, MI 48067 <https://maps.google.com/?q=222+E.+Eleven+Mile+Road+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067&entr…> Tel: 248-246-3714

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Employment Opportunities: Library Science Intern, Systems Clerical Assistant, Circulation Clerical Assistant
by BTPL Careers 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

Greetings-- We have three positions opening at Bloomfield Township Public Library: Systems Clerical Assistant, Circulation Clerical Assistant, and Youth Services Intern. Systems is our department of computer gurus and the Clerical Assistant is the Help Desk Wizard. This is not to be confused with the Circulation Clerical Assistant, which is the department that checks materials in and out, collects the fines, and helps you when you've lost your library card (again.) The Youth Services intern position is for those that dream of being a librarian someday and are currently pursuing an MLS. But don't take my word for it--read all about these positions on our website: https://btpl.org/employment-volunteer/ Best Regards, Linden Godlove

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Program for Black girls and femmes
by Kristin Shelley 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

Hello all, Please see the attached flyer for a very good program for Black girls and femmes grades 6-12. The presenters are excellent. Thank you, Kristin Kristin Shelley, Director East Lansing Public Library kshelley(a)cityofeastlansing.com<mailto:kshelley@cityofeastlansing.con> 517-319-6913 (office) 517-420-0340 (cell)

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MLA 2021 Call for Proposals is Open!
by Amber Sheerin 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

The MLA 2021 Annual Conference call for proposals is now open! https://mla.memberclicks.net/call-for-proposals The Michigan Library Association is seeking proposals for breakout programs and Lightning Talks for the 2021 Annual Conference which will be held virtually on October 13-14, 2021 via Hopin. This has been a year of expedited growth and innovation. It has been a year of strength and resiliency. It has been a year of social distanced community collaboration. You’ve been spearheading new initiatives, discovering new ways to reach your patrons and students, and striving to improve your professional skills. We want to hear all about it, and about how your ideas are going to drive Michigan’s libraries and library professionals into the future. Fore more information read the Breakout Session Proposal Requirements (pdf)<https://mla.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/AC2021/MLA%20AC21%20Program%20Prop…> or the Lightning Talk Proposal Requirements (pdf)<https://mla.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/AC2021/MLA%20AC21%20Lightning%20Pr…> Submissions for Breakout Programs welcome through Friday, May 21, 2021. Submissions for Lightning Talks are due Friday, August 6, 2021. MLA 2021 Annual Conference Connect to the Future October 13-14, 2021 [Web Icon resized] Amber Sheerin, CMP, CTA Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-816-7015 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Call numbers & labeling for music CDs
by Don Priest 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

I'd like to pick some brains on managing our music CD collection. We've got thousands of them, and they're only broken up by genre and artist/band first letter (example: Metallica is under Rock/Pop M, as is Megadeth, John Mellencamp, etc). They're labelled the same, and only on the front of the CD case, so the collection is a pain to search through. The call number isn't necessarily a problem, I just need to figure out how to label everything in a way that makes our music more accessible. So, what I'd like to know is 1. What labels do you place on your music CDs that make them easy to find? 2. Do those labels exactly match the call number? (I'm considering abbreviating labels to keep them short and uniform, but I'd like to retain the descriptiveness of call numbers). I appreciate any and all ideas and suggestions, and, if there's interest, I'll share the compiled answers. Donald Priest Director Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate MI 48195 734-258-3002

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Position: Library Director in Newberry, MI -Application deadline March 31
by ladams＠northland.lib.mi.us 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

Position: Librarian/Director Tahquamenon Area School/Public Library Library Advisory Board is seeking a motivated, creative, and outgoing individual to fill the position of Librarian/Director for the Tahquamenon Area School/Public Library in Newberry, Michigan. Newberry is centrally located in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, in proximity to Sault Ste. Marie, St. Ignace, and Munising. The area offers a diversity of outdoor recreational activities year-round, as well as historic and cultural attractions. The Library is housed in the Tahquamenon Area School building located in the center of town. It serves both the student population and the community within the consolidated school district (a population of approximately 7,900). It employs a staff of one full time Circulation Manager and 4 part time assistants. The successful Director candidate will be an approachable, competent individual who brings innovative ideas, a willingness to interact with the community, and who values internal and external customer service. The candidate should have an innovative vision for the Library going forward. Expectations The Library Director provides leadership to the staff, and is the public face of the organization, reporting to the trustees of the Library Advisory Board, the County Library Board, and the Tahquamenon Area School Board. The Director works in partnership with the Board to ensure the Library fulfills its mission and creates strategies to assure future success. The Director is also accountable for programming and fiscal integrity of the organization. The Director works with considerable independence subject to Board policies and directives, but shall show resourcefulness, initiative, creativity, and mature judgment in performance of duties. The Director will attend any meetings associated with membership in the Northland Library Cooperative. Reliable transportation is essential. Qualifications 1. Prefer ALA accredited MLS of LMIS 2. Minimum of 4 year liberal arts degree 3. Several years' professional experience in a responsible supervisory and or administrative position 4. Professional knowledge of library practices, procedures, and technology 5. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, in English 6. Knowledge of public library administrative principles and practices, human resources, and library law 7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, advisory board members, school administration, community organizations and the public. 8. Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, and to lead and provide direction. 9. Ability to stoop, lift, and carry This position will include some evening and weekend hours Salary/benefits package: $38,000 - $48,000 negotiable based on qualification and experience A detailed description of the Director position can be found at the following link: <http://www.tahquamlibrary.org> www.tahquamlibrary.org or on the Library Facebook page Application process: Apply by email with a meaningful cover letter and resume to: Sue Tokar, Library Advisory Board President stokar(a)sbcglobal.net <mailto:stokar@sbcglobal.net> Apply before March 31, 2021

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