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Join us tomorrow at 10am for the MLA Connect Coffee Hour: Library Social Services
by Rachel Ash 14 Sep '20

14 Sep '20

MLA Connect Coffee Hour: Library Social Services 10:00 - 11:00am Libraries are often the community's safety net and provide critical assistance and services to those who need it most. How can your library still fulfill these needs and provide support when community access in your building is limited or unavailable? How has your library responded during and after the statewide closure? What services are you able to provide and what are you still figuring out? What have you done to strengthen that safety net in your library and community? MLA welcomes special guest Tiffany Russell, LMSW, Social Worker at the Niles District Library, to talk about how she supported her community before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, and share how you can be that resource for your own community whether you have an on-staff social worker or not. Please come with questions and ideas to share with the group! Fill out this short form to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrcOGtrT8sGdJaQ1bH5XAdUZbe5aOGJ5…<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrcOGtrT8sGdJaQ1bH5XAdUZbe5aOGJ5…> Rachel Ash Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 225 milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:rfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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unemployment
by Perri Saunders 14 Sep '20

14 Sep '20

We have a staff member that was separated from her other job during the shutdown and filed for unemployment. We are now being charged for seven weeks of unemployment when the staff members' wage never changed here at the library. Have any of you run into this? I have protested, contacted, pleaded, reported it as fraud - all to no avail. Any advice will help! Perri -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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Book Drop...
by Gail Nartker 14 Sep '20

14 Sep '20

Hello all! Would anyone have access to an outdoor book drop they might like to get rid of? We are helping our school system manage proper quarantine of materials and we believe an outdoor book drop might be part of a workable solution. Thank you so much in advance. Gail Gail Nartker, Director Sandusky District Library 55 East Sanilac Road Sandusky, MI 48471 810.648.2644 http://sandusky.lib.mi.us

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Library Director position open-Southwest Public Libraries (OH)
by Jobeth Bradbury 14 Sep '20

14 Sep '20

Library Director-Southwest Public Libraries (OH) If you are an accomplished leader ready to enhance the Library's role in a world that continues to change, the Board of Trustees of the Southwest Public Libraries<https://swpl.org/> (SPL) encourages you to apply for this rare opportunity. Working with a staff of 74 team members supporting two locations and a $6.4 million annual budget, the Library provides excellent customer service vital to its 145,000+ constituents. Reporting to the seven-member appointed governing Board of Trustees (appointed by the School Board), the successful candidate will effectively collaborate with the Board, the staff, the Friends of the Library, and external partners to communicate the Library's mission and goals. Key opportunities include developing and implementing library services and programs through and after the COVID-19 pandemic, representing the Library in its many communities, through equity, diversity, and inclusion-ensuring that the Library welcomes all and provides access to information at the Library and outside the Library's walls, developing a robust staff development plan, continuing strong stewardship of resources, and developing and implementing emerging library technologies. In addition, the Director will continue to create and model a culture of learning and innovation. Our Communities. Southwest Public Libraries, the second largest library system in Franklin County, serves Franklin County, OH plus one square mile in Pickaway County through two library locations-Grove City and Lincoln Village (the Westland Area Library). Seeing significant population growth in the last decade, SPL serves urban, suburban, and rural diverse communities including a large Latino population and new populations of Somalian and Russian immigrants. Both Grove City and Lincoln Village have much to offer in addition to excellent libraries. As suburbs of Ohio's capital city of Columbus, residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life with all of the conveniences of metropolitan living combined with a unique, small-town feel. Voted twice as Best Hometown by Ohio Magazine, Grove City is a walkable, vibrant place to live, work, shop, and play. Lincoln Village, started as a planned community in 1955, and is home to Lincoln Village Plaza, a major shopping center, which includes the Westland Area Library. For more information, visit SPL Links<https://www.bradburymiller.com/southwestpllinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the governing Board of Trustees, the Library Director functions as the Chief Executive Officer of the Library System; administers the overall program of library services to the residents of the South-Western City School District; directs human resources programs for the Library System; oversees development of library collections; administers budget and reporting system and monitors fiscal operations; oversees management of Library property; directs public relations for the Library System; and fulfills the other obligations to the Board of Trustees. The Director works closely with staff to support the Library's core values. The Director is expected to be an effective advocate, collaborative partner with all stakeholders, and bring innovative and creative solutions and ideas forward meeting the Library's mission. Qualifications. Minimum requirements include 3-5 years of professional library experience at the supervisory, management, and/or administrative level and a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program. Essential attributes include personal integrity, experience with fiscal oversight and budgeting, excellent interpersonal skills, and consensus-building skills. The Library Director, through care, compassion, and energy will galvanize an outstanding staff to position the Library at the forefront of library service in its communities. A thorough knowledge of current trends, technologies and "best practices" for libraries, experience reporting to a governing Board, and an advanced degree (MPA or MPA) are highly desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $100,000 - 125,000 with an excellent benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://www.bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com> on or before the closing date of October 25, 2020. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> to get the latest updates!

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Register soon for this MCLS cataloging webinar!
by Gwen Haviland 14 Sep '20

14 Sep '20

Don't miss your chance for Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Intermediate! Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Intermediate<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/assigning-library-of-congress-call-numbers…> 3-day class, September 22-24, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org

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Fwd: CD Tower
by Nicole Stewart 11 Sep '20

11 Sep '20

Thank you for the interest everyone. The CD Tower has been claimed. Have a great weekend! ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Nicole Stewart <nicole.stewart(a)sdl.lib.mi.us> Date: Fri, Sep 11, 2020 at 12:54 PM Subject: CD Tower To: <michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org> We've done a re-model, and we no longer need this. All you need to do is pick it up. Thanks, Natalie Young Children's Librarian Shiawassee District Library, Owosso -- Nicole Stewart Technical Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library 989.725.5134 nicole.stewart(a)sdl.lib.mi.us -- Nicole Stewart Technical Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library 989.725.5134 nicole.stewart(a)sdl.lib.mi.us

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CD Tower
by Nicole Stewart 11 Sep '20

11 Sep '20

We've done a re-model, and we no longer need this. All you need to do is pick it up. Thanks, Natalie Young Children's Librarian Shiawassee District Library, Owosso -- Nicole Stewart Technical Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library 989.725.5134 nicole.stewart(a)sdl.lib.mi.us

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 11 Sep '20

11 Sep '20

Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) The mysteries of the sea floor, plate tectonics, ocean currents, water, seashore, the atmosphere, and more! Submit your best 2022 Oceanography programming ideas to CSLP today by using the following form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1DeJFRWvljWtLztrySY3g28qes8C96MS…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> Consider joining a CSLP committee<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…>! Sign-ups for 2021 are open until October 2nd. While the duties vary, committee obligations generally run for one calendar year. All committee work is done virtually; either through email, or through phone or online meetings. Attending the CSLP Annual Meeting is not required. For more information, please visit: https://www.cslpreads.org/join-a-cslp-committee/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…>. This is a great opportunity to participate in a national library group and make new connections while shaping summer library programming! Want to know more about the CSLP committees? "Attend" the 2020 Committee Fair: https://www.cslpreads.org/2020-committee-fair/ Webinars Using Texts to Promote Libraries & Literacy<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, September 15 2:00 PM ET - Library of Michigan In October 2017, the Ypsilanti District Library launched TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten, an early literacy text messaging service, with LSTA grant funding. With the support of community partners, the successful project reached over 1,000 families across Washtenaw County via text, offering activities parents could do with children 5 and under to prepare them for school and beyond. Find out more about this pilot project that may become available to libraries statewide in 2021. The webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event. This webinar will be recorded and shared with registrants. It is brought to you by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Escape Rooms from the Ground Up: In-person, outreach, and digital versions<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, October 6 2:00 PM ET - Library of Michigan Join us as two escape-room-loving librarians walk you through what you need to have for escape rooms at your library. We'll cover how to build in-person rooms for families and groups, how to take an escape room to schools, and how to build a digital escape room for community engagement. In the process, we'll consider budgets and staffing needs for libraries of all shapes and sizes. The webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event. MiYouth Meetings Wednesdays, October 7th, November 4th, and December 2nd - new time: 1:00 PM ET Come prepared to share out what your library is doing and to chat & listen with others in youth & teen services. This meeting is not recorded, but notes & chatbox will be made public. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0Q…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan-…> Password: 454345 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3657 USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free) Conference code: 519921 Resources New booklist from Black Cacus and ALSC: http://www.ala.org/alsc/sites/ala.org.alsc/files/content/compubs/booklists/… NY City School Library System has a curated list of FREE ebooks about Coronavirus/COVID-<https://nycdoe.libguides.com/COVID-19ebooks/free>19 for Kids in multiple languages. Update: Indigenous Peoples' History of the US for Young People Last summer, Jean Mendoza and I created a companion website for An Indigenous Peoples' History of the US for Young People. This summer we're adding pages to it. The pages are about things we'd like to do if we have the opportunity to do a second edition. We added two in the last couple of weeks that reflect reading we've been doing since June. The first one is called "Slavery and Treaties" and is here: https://iph4yp.blogspot.com/p/possible-revisions-slavery-and-early.html. The second one is called "Instilling Fear, Past and Present" and is here: https://iph4yp.blogspot.com/p/possible-revisions-instilling-fear-past.html. We've also added two ways to subscribe to the companion website and invite you to do that! Those two options are on the left margin, just above the book cover for IPH4YP. We created the companion website as a way to keep track of things about the book. We hope you'll take a look, and if you or teachers in your school (or the school your children attend) are using IPH4YP, make sure you click on the Teachers Guide tab! There are several free, downloadable lesson plans and a guide to the entire book. We welcome your feedback on the book, the companion website, and what we offer. Contact dreese.nambe(a)gmail.com<mailto:dreese.nambe@gmail.com> Debbie Reese, Ph.D. Tribally enrolled: Nambé Pueblo Founder: American Indians in Children's Literature New ALA Census video with Moana star Auli'i Cravalho ALA has partnered with actress Auli'i Cravalho, star of Disney's animated film "Moana," for a special storytime to remind families of the importance of completing the 2020 Census. Find the video and other resources<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> on the ALA website. MIOSHA Workplace Guidelines<Michigan.gov/COVIDWorkplaceSafety> & Safety updates including a new "Amassador toolkit<https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-100207_102304---,00.html>;" if you select "retail" there are posters & social media graphics. In the News... How Libraries Can Save the 2020 Election<https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/03/opinion/mail-voting-trump-libraries.html> - NYT, 9.3.20 With schools closed, public libraries are being used as day-care centers, angering some people<https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2020/09/09/child-care-libraries-cor…> - The Washington Post, 9.9.20 Have a good one, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 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/> You have the power to shape your future, and the future of all children, by counting everyone in your home in the 2020 Census<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cen…>. [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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Two Part-time Youth para-professional job openings
by Lisa Hoenig 11 Sep '20

11 Sep '20

Hello! The Ypsilanti District Library has two openings for part-time Youth Para-professionals, one at the Whittaker Road library, and one at our Michigan Avenue location. Applications are welcomed at the address below, or can be sent to my email. Lisa Lisa Hoenig, Director Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (734) 879-1300 www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org/> [cid:image002.jpg@01D68825.23374300] ** J O B P O S T I N G YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY Part-Time Paraprofessional-YDL-Michigan Avenue Youth Department DATE: September 11, 2020 POSITION: YDL - Youth Department Paraprofessional (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) ABOUT THE YDL-MICHIGAN AVE YOUTH TEAM The YDL-Michigan Avenue Youth Department is a team of four who work together to engage youth and their families at the library and beyond, by inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to information and diverse ideas through our collections, technology, programs, and community connections. We plan programs, develop collections, provide school support, and create welcoming youth and teen areas. We work closely with staff across YDL and with other local organizations to serve families, tweens and teens throughout the community. We focus on early learning, hands-on STEAM, creating a welcoming, inclusive environment, and elevating youth voices. ABOUT THE POSITION The ideal candidate for this job will be passionate about serving a diverse community, empowering kids, parents, and teens to engage with and enjoy coming to the library. Paraprofessional duties assigned by the YDL-Michigan Branch Manager will include but are not limited to the following: * Helping kids and parents find books and information in the Youth Department. * Assisting families in the use of computers, iPads, digital books, printing, and other library technology. * Marketing library materials by creating booklists and displays. * Engaging with youth to help them feel welcome in the library. * Planning and leading library programs for youth, families and teens. * Attending department meetings to help set team goals and develop new services to meet community needs. * Completing special projects as assigned. * Forming and maintaining community partnerships to better serve families. QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's Degree or equivalent. Formal training in a child-related field or experience working with youth desired. * Demonstrated ability to work with families and youth from diverse populations. * Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. * Strong commitment to providing quality customer service. * Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment. * Enthusiastic and dependable team player. * Creative problem solving skills and flexibility to adapt to changing community needs. * Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and social media tools. * Strong desire to engage, nurture, and mentor children birth-18, their parents, caregivers and teachers. * Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks. * Knowledge of children's literature, youth development, and early learning concepts desired. HOURS Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). Hours are flexible and some work can be done remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. The library is currently maintaining the safety of employees by requiring masks and social distancing, and providing curbside patron services while closed. SALARY/BENEFITS Hourly wage starting at $14.72. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays. Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit. TO APPLY Send resume, cover letter, & application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org>) by Tuesday, September 29, 2020 to: Human Resources or lisa(a)ypsilibrary.org Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 ** J O B P O S T I N G YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY Part-Time Para-Professional -- YDL-Whittaker Youth Department DATE: September 11, 2020 POSITION: YDL - Youth Department Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) ABOUT THE YDL-WHITTAKER YOUTH DEPARTMENT The Youth Department is a team of six who strive to engage youth from birth through high school and their families at the library and beyond, by inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to information and diverse ideas through our collections, technology, programs, and community connections. We plan programs and develop collections and play spaces at the YDL-Whittaker location, but we also work closely with the Outreach Department to serve families at schools and local organizations throughout the community. We focus on early learning, hands-on STEAM, creating a welcoming, inclusive environment, and elevating youth voices. ABOUT THE POSITION The ideal candidate for this job will be passionate about serving the community and empowering kids and parents. Para-professional duties assigned by the YDL-Whittaker Youth Department Manager will include but are not limited to the following: * Helping kids and parents find books and information in the Youth Department. * Assisting families in the use of computers, iPads, digital books, and other library technology. * Supporting librarians' collection development work by creating book lists and displays, finding books requested by patrons, and helping create kits with educational toys and books. * Planning and leading library programs, including storytimes, for kids and families. * Attending department meetings to help set team goals and develop new services to meet community needs. * Completing special projects as assigned. * Forming and maintaining community partnerships to better serve families. QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's Degree or equivalent. Formal training in a child-related field or experience working with youth desired. * Demonstrated ability to work with families and youth from diverse populations. * Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. * Strong commitment to providing quality customer service. * Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment. * Enthusiastic and dependable team player. * Creative problem solving skills and flexibility to adapt to changing community needs. * Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and social media tools. * Strong desire to engage, nurture, and mentor children birth-18, their parents, caregivers and teachers. * Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks. * Knowledge of children's literature, youth development, and early learning concepts desired. HOURS Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). Hours are flexible and some work can be done remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. The library is currently maintaining the safety of employees by requiring masks and social distancing, and providing curbside patron services while closed. SALARY/BENEFITS Hourly wage starting at $14.72. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays. Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit. TO APPLY Send resume, cover letter, & application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org>) by Tuesday, September 29, 2020 to: Human Resources or lisa(a)ypsilibrary.org Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 The Ypsilanti District Library is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce, and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or age. YDL has an internal workgroup dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the goal of a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels, of the citizens we serve, to support a more equitable future for all.

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Open Positions
by SF Director Account 11 Sep '20

11 Sep '20

The Fruitport District Library has positions that are currently open or will be opening soon. Attached is a job posting, a job description, and a call for support staff. Youth Services Librarian - Currently open Library Director - Open beginning September 15 Any one who is interested may contact Rose Dillon by email: rdillon(a)fruitporttownship.com. Adam DeWitt Library Director Fruitport District Library (231) 366-6107 www.fruitportdistrictlibrary.org

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