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Closing Sunday! - Library Director search - Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (NJ)
by Beth Barker 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

Library Director - Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (NJ) The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey<https://sclsnj.org/> (NJ) is looking for its next innovative and forward-thinking Library Director. The Library Director reports directly to a seven-member Board of Library Commissioners. Somerset County Library System boasts 9 full-service branches and 15 member communities with a service population of 225,000. There are 191 FTE. Patrons enjoy collections of books, music, videos, and other media, online courses and live events, ESL assistance, home borrowing, gathering space, movies, free museum and cultural passes, access to community social services, passport processing, streaming access from home, and other programming. The current Library leadership team is comprised of highly skilled professionals who consistently deliver superior library service. The new Library Director will require a nuanced approach to system strategy and stakeholder relationships to complement an already highly functional library system. The Library Director will engage with the community, cultivate partnerships, and enhance collaborative efforts to drive the vision and strategic priorities of the organization. While operating as 9 unique full-service branches in various communities, the library works as a cohesive system with an engaged and well-rounded staff supporting that aim. Key initiatives for this position include strategic planning, ensuring public support for the library by regularly communicating with local governing officials, and maintaining regular and positive communications with the SCLSNJ staff, Library Commission, and other stakeholder groups as needed. Some upcoming system-wide projects over the next year include: * Implementation of a new email marketing platform that integrates natively with our library customer data (ongoing) * Reopening of two branch libraries after closures for renovation (anticipated May 2025 and January 2026). * Participating in the creation of a new model for regional consortia library services (ongoing). * Migration to a new integrated library system (ILS), our enterprise-level catalog and checkout system software (Q4 2025). * Refreshing our current strategic planning framework after gathering community and customer feedback (Q1 2026). Somerset County is at the hub of Central New Jersey. Its 21 municipalities, encompassing 305 square miles, contain a diversity of landscape, population, and development that reflects the varied lifestyles of its residents. Located in the heart of the nation's largest metropolitan area, Somerset County contains a balance between urban and suburban neighborhoods and rural countryside. Fine residential communities, beautiful parks, excellent shopping and dining, extensive farmland, numerous historic sites, and outstanding businesses make Somerset County a desirable place to live, work, and play. Visit whysomersetnj.org<http://whysomersetnj.org/> to learn more. Responsibilities: The Library Director collaborates with direct reports and proposes appropriate changes to the Library Commission, ensuring that operating procedures and policies align with state regulations and best practices. This individual will foster positive relationships with union representatives, address employee relations issues, and delegate responsibilities including human resources, customer service, collection development, programming, and facilities. The Library Director is responsible for the recruitment, development, and retention of a high-performing executive team, which includes the direct supervision of division directors with system-wide responsibilities including library services, operations, human resources, marketing, and finance. The Library Director oversees the preparation and implementation of the library's $20,000,000+ budget; and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, and customer service excellence. Please see the full job description linked below for additional details. Qualifications: The minimum qualifications for this position include a master's degree in library science (ALA accredited program preferred), five years of full-time progressively responsible management and professional librarian experience in a multi-branch system, and three to five years experience in staff supervision and library administration. Five years of experience formulating and implementing a library budget is required. A valid driver's license or reliable transportation is also required. The desired candidate must have or secure a New Jersey State Professional Librarian Certificate<https://www.librariancertification.com/librarian-certificationguides/new-je…> within one year of appointment and reside in the State of NJ within one year of hire. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $167,583 - $180,000 with placement negotiable depending on experience and qualifications, and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/) Apply with a meaningful cover letter and resume via our application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by clicking on the position followed by the apply button. This position closes on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Visit our website (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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Ceiling Mounted Projector/Sound System
by Sharon Crotser 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

Greetings! We are in the market for a better projector/sound system, ceiling mounted, and I'm looking for recommendations. Our community room seats 45, if that is of any help. Our current system was cobbled together by Dr. Frankenstein. Effective but not pretty. And possibly dangerous (at least that crosses my mind when I look at its many wires). Many thanks, as always! -Sharon Sharon Crotser Director St. Ignace Public Library 110 West Spruce Street St. Ignace, MI 49781 (906) 643-8318

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Waterford Twp Public Library is celebrating 60 years!
by Rice, Mary 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

Good morning, On March 15, 1965 the Waterford Township Public Library opened its doors at 5168 Civic Center Dr. We are celebrating our 60th anniversary with a community open house on Saturday, March 15th from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. We'll have all kinds of fun things going on for all ages. You are all welcome to join us in the celebration. Please consider posting our flyer for your patrons if you're one of our neighboring libraries. Thanks! https://www.waterfordmi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/13753/Open-House-Flyer-Fina… [cid:image001.png@01DB9196.72FDD000] Mary Rice Administrative Assistant Waterford Township Public Library 5168 Civic Center Dr Waterford MI 48329 p. 248.618.7683 mrice(a)waterfordmi.gov

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Director Posting
by Megan 09 Mar '25

09 Mar '25

Warren MichiganFull-time117,691/year https://www.cityofwarren.org/jobs/director-of-libraries/

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free hybrid program: The Census and Allocation of Congressional Seats
by Jennifer Dye 08 Mar '25

08 Mar '25

I admit that it sounds dry, but haven't you wondered why Michigan's number of seats in the House of Representatives keep getting reduced, when the population keeps growing (at least a little)? Dr. Grynaviski, Associate Professor in WSU's Political Science Department, will explore how the number of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives was set, when the number was set, and why this number has not changed in recent history. He will also reflect on the possible impacts these numbers have on governance and the relationship of representatives to their constituents, and how Michigan's representation has been impacted. In addition to the Zoom presentation, you are welcome to join us at the Knapp Branch. Address is below. Travel and parking information is on the Eventbrite posting, or you can call or email. Tuesday, March 11 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please register on Eventbrite for Zoom: https://dpl-congressional-seats.eventbrite.com<https://dpl-congressional-seats.eventbrite.com> [https://cdn.evbuc.com/images/916595203/138776901512/1/logo.20241212-204420]<https://dpl-congressional-seats.eventbrite.com/> The Census and Allocation of Congressional Seats<https://dpl-congressional-seats.eventbrite.com/> Dr. Jeffrey Grynaviski of Wayne State University will discuss the history of the United States House of Representatives. dpl-congressional-seats.eventbrite.com You are not required to register to attend in person, but please do so if you want to be notified in case the branch needs to close. Branch hours are listed in my sig below. If you would like a jpg or pdf of the flyer, please let me know. This is another of DPL's programs in partnership with the Detroit League of Women Voters, promoting voter education and tools for action. It will be available on the League of Women Voters subchannel of DPL's YouTube channel later. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Manager Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Knapp Branch 13330 Conant 313-481-1771 M, W, S 10-6 Tu, Th 12-8 Detroit, Michigan 48212

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Library Staff Communication Methods
by Lorry Traver 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Good afternoon all, My library currently uses "Monday," and email correspondence for our methods of communication. Sometimes things get missed by staff, so I am researching to see if there are methods used by other libraries who have seen great results from those methods. If you could share your experiences, thoughts, things that work well or don't work well at all, I would appreciate it. Thank you! -- *"Reading should not be presented to children as a chore, a duty. It should be offered as a gift." – Kate DiCamillo* *Lorry Traver (She/Her)* Public Services Librarian Brandon Township Library 248-627-1460

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Paychex and ESTA
by Lise Mitchell 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Hi, Is anyone else using Paychex as your payroll vendor and been successful at getting your time off policy setup for ESTA? We have been going around in circles and can't seem to get our policy implemented correctly and would love to be able to point them to another setup working correctly. thanks in advance, lise -- Lise Mitchell, Library Director director(a)gladl.org 517-622-3550 Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Grand Ledge, MI 48837

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Very few spots left for these MCLS cataloging workshops!
by Gwen Haviland 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Register soon! MARC: An Introduction<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/673f8f1faa4a191770eb8e42> 3-day class, March 18-20, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Cataloging Graphic Novels and Formats<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/673f8fa2aa4a191770eba7f2> 1-day class, March 20, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Job Postings - Baldwin (Birmingham) Public Library
by Jaclyn Miller 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Hi everyone, The Baldwin Public Library in Birmingham is currently accepting applications for a Part Time Technology Assistant in The Idea Lab, and for a Page in the Access Services Department. Please see the attached job descriptions, or visit www.baldwinlib.org/employment for the posting and application. Applications will be accepted until March 20, 2025. Have a great day, Jaclyn -- *Jaclyn Miller* (she/her) *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-554-4682 www.baldwinlib.org

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Upcoming Programs of Interest Dearborn Library
by Daniel Lodge 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Everyone - We have a number of great programs coming up here at the Dearborn Library. - On Tuesday, April 1st at 6:30pm, we will be talking virtually with journalist Kostya Kennedy about his new book *The Ride: Paul Revere and the Ride That Saved America. * - On Thursday, April 3rd at 6:30pm, Amber N. Mitchell, Curator of Black History at the Henry Ford, will give a presentation on the significance of the Museum's new acquisition, the Jackson House. - On Wednesday, April 9th at 6:30pm, we will be talking virtually with author Susan Morrison about her new biography of Lorne Michaels entitled *Lorne: The Man Who Invented SNL* I hope you can join us either virtually or in-person for any or all of these programs. To register for these programs, please visit our Events page at our website dearbornlibrary.org. Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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