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CPL Job Posting
by Shipra Sharma 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

The Canton Public Library currently has a job opening with our Information Technology department (now through December 15, 2019.) Following are the main details of the position along with the job description and requirements: Job Title: Web Resources Specialist Starting Wage: $19.49 - $23.85 per hour Scheduled Hours: Twenty (20) hours per week Benefits: Prorated: Vacation time, sick time and holidays Apply to: Marian Nicholson, Department Head - Business Services Email: nicholsonm(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:nicholsonm@cantonpl.org> Application Deadline: 6:00 pm on Sunday, December 15, 2019 Only complete application packets (which include a current CPL application form<https://www.cantonpl.org/sites/default/files/CPL_Employment_Application.pdf>, resume and cover letter) received or postmarked by 6:00 pm on Sunday, December 15, 2019 will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ POSITION SUMMARY Under the management of the Information Technology Department Head, the Information Technology Web Resources Specialist creates, alters, and improves online services, functionality, and content that is noticeable to and used by a significant part of the organization and large numbers of library patrons. Working in conjunction with other departments, the Web Resources Specialist identifies and customizes appropriate Content Management System (CMS) modules and digital content to convey messaging about library programs and services. This position is classified as a regular part-time position and is non-exempt from overtime under FLSA guidelines. The nature of the work requires daytime, evening, and weekend hours. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Provides support for the library's website system, Content Management System (CMS) modules and the catalog search portion of Innovative's Sierra Library Management System (LMS). o Coordinates and executes updates, upgrades, enhancements, and associated testing. o Evaluates potential solutions for technical issues and recommends appropriate course of action. o Troubleshoots system failures and network connectivity issues. Provides input into any corresponding IT incident or problem report. o Recommends and implements changes to the library's online infrastructure and content presentation layers. o Researches and suggests new online features and services. o Alters and improves online content as appropriate. o Selects and customizes required content management components for the posting of digital content. o Creates and maintains website documentation, statistical data, operation logs, and training materials. SHARED RESPONSIBILITIES * Participates in the library's efforts related to social networks, SharePoint Intranet, and other eResources such as the interfaces for subscription based third-party provided online databases. * Responds to IT problem reports, providing second-tier support for staff and patron use of technology. o Assists with use of software, hardware, and peripherals by identifying basic problems and guiding users through corrective steps. * Assists in the management of digital resources (such as graphics, photography, audio and video materials). * Provides PC setup, imaging, and installation. * Participates in the inventorying of computing related assets. * Assists in staff training initiatives and helps to improve the technology capability of library staff by automating or documenting routine computing tasks. * Participates in promoting IT security awareness, and disaster recovery testing. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Stays informed of library news and events via review of all forms of library communication: website, email, SharePoint, library newsletter and blog. Contribute content as appropriate. * Participates in staff training, work groups, blogging, and accepts other occasional special assignments or duties in support of the library's goals and objectives. * Serves on committees and participates in initiatives as assigned, both within the library and with outside entities, partners, or associations. * Enforces library policies using a polite and professional approach. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS * Associate's degree in computer science, web content management, a related field, or equivalent experience and certification including the skills a person would have typically acquired from pursuing such a degree. * Two years of experience with web content development tools involved in website architecture, design and maintenance for a Linux/Apache Web server environment, including: o Content Management Systems (especially Drupal) o HTML, CSS and JavaScript o PHP and MySQL * Basic knowledge, understanding and use of social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. * Ability to organize, analyze, interpret and exchange complex technical information. * Proven research, analytical, and problem solving skills to resolve technical issues. * Ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively with staff. * Ability to plan projects and conduct meetings. * Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. * Ability to work independently and escalate issues when warranted. * Strong commitment to quality user services and adherence to technical standards. * Consistent display of public service attitude that reflects the library's values. * Ability to work with patrons of varied backgrounds, ages, and abilities. * Remains informed of trends in information technology through continuous learning activities. * Punctuality and dependability. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in computer science, web content management, a related field, or equivalent experience and certification including the skills a person would have typically acquired from pursuing such a degree. * Familiarity with MARC records, library automation systems (especially Innovative's Sierra) and fielded data. * Demonstrated experience with database management and reporting. * An understanding of library operations. * Working knowledge of the following: o Implementing new/emerging Web technologies in support of library services and collections o Electronic resources management o Graphical and multimedia software tools, such as Photoshop, Camtasia, and Final Cut o Microsoft SharePoint o Google Analytics o An Ecommerce website ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing which permits the employee to communicate in writing and verbally. * Sufficient vision, which permits the employee to produce and review a wide variety of materials in both electronic and hard copy format. * Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop or crouch. * Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs. Canton Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This job description is not a contract between the library and the employee, nor an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas. The library reserves the right to revise this job description at its discretion.

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CSLP Survey Results
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Dear Summer Library Programmers, This year Michigan was 1 of 9 states that participated in the Collaborative Summer Library Program's (CSLP) first End-of-Summer survey! Participation in surveys is voluntary and I'd like to thank the 215 respondents right here in Michigan, as your input (whether or not you use the CSLP theme) is very valuable. The CSLP Board and the Statistics Committee are pleased to share the results of the 2019 CSLP End-of-Summer survey via this link: http://bit.ly/CSLP2019Survey<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FC…>. You can click through the 7 slides and select "Michigan" results as well as the overview for all 9 states who participated. From just these 9 states alone we know public libraries served nearly 22 million children, 2.25 million teens, and 2.8 million adults nationally at summer library programs. I, for one, cannot wait to see what the results are next year, as we add on states. #ImagineYourStory #MiSummerReading Thank you, 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/>

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Listserv for Youth & Teen Services library staff!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> The "MiYouth" listserv is specifically for public library staff who conduct children and teen programming and services. I use this list for conducting polling and announcing upcoming trainings and programs, but it is also open to all for discussing youth services related topics. Please forward the link above to your Youth & Teen Services library staff and encourage them to join! (Especially for those not on Michlib-L) Thanks, 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/>

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New MCLS classes for January - June 2020 now available for registration!
by Gwen Haviland 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Check out our Training store at the following link to see the January - June 2020 class roster for MCLS!! January - June 2020 MCLS workshops<https://store.mcls.org/> Email training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> for any questions! ************************************* 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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Survey on Science-Related Programs for Youth & Teens
by Laura 01 Dec '19

01 Dec '19

Hi All, My sister is working with her colleagues and the American Society for Microbiology to develop a handbook to help library staff provide science programs for youth and teens. They're hoping to gather some feedback to ensure the handbook is as helpful as possible. If you have a few minutes, could you please respond to their survey <https://survey.uchealth.com/redcap/surveys/?s=DE3LKCXJMY>? The full message from them is below. As a former youth librarian, I'm quite excited about this project and really appreciate any help you can offer them! Thank you, Laura Powers *********** Hello, We are three scientists trying to gather information about how youth / teen programs are developed and implemented in libraries. We developed a survey <https://survey.uchealth.com/redcap/surveys/?s=DE3LKCXJMY>, which can be found at the link below, to help us learn more from you. We are planning to use the information that we gather in order to produce a handbook that both library staff and scientist volunteers can use to present science-related programs in libraries. By completing this survey, you can help us design a more effective handbook. This survey is completely anonymous; none of the information that you provide can be linked back to you as an individual or to a specific library. We are interested in individual perspectives, so please feel free to have multiple people from your library complete the survey. Any feedback that you are able and willing to provide would be greatly appreciated! Please complete the survey by December 11, 2019. Link: Youth/Teen Services Survey <https://survey.uchealth.com/redcap/surveys/?s=DE3LKCXJMY> If you have any questions or would like to stay involved with this project after completing the survey, please email us at: microbiology4youth(a)gmail.com. Thank you! Lauren, Maggie and Katherine

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free ink
by Winter, Donna 30 Nov '19

30 Nov '19

Xerox ColorQube 8570/8580 series solid ink cubes. Cyan 108R00926 Magenta 108R00927 Yellow 108R00928 Black 108R00930 <http://www.ci.livonia.mi.us/>[cid:livoniapubliclibrarywithtext_f2beec2e-7304-4c6f-9101-674c78418ead.jpg] Donna Winter Assistant Branch Librarian Livonia Public Library (734) 466-2675 dwinter(a)livoniapubliclibrary.org www.livoniapubliclibrary.org<http://www.livoniapubliclibrary.org> <https://www.facebook.com/LivoniaCommunity/> <http://youtube.com/> <https://twitter.com/milivonia> This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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MCLS workshops through mid-December!
by Gwen Haviland 27 Nov '19

27 Nov '19

There is still time to register for these upcoming MCLS webinars though time is running short for some! Legal Resources on the Internet<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/legal-resources-on-the-internet-414.html> 2-day class, Dec. 3-4, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern (1:00pm - 3:00pm Central) Graphic Detail: Cataloging Graphic Novels<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/graphic-detail-cataloging-graphic-novels-4…> 1-day class, Dec. 6, 10:00am - 12:00pm Eastern (9:00am - 11:00am Central) Original Cataloging of Digital Resources Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-cataloging-of-digital-resources-u…> 3-day class, Dec. 10-12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern (1:00pm - 3:00pm Central) Advanced MeLCat Cataloging<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/advanced-melcat-cataloging-416.html> (Michigan library staff of MeLCat libraries only! Open to those who have taken MeLCat Cataloging only!) 3-day class, Dec. 10-12, 10:00am - 12:00pm Eastern (9:00am - 11:00am Central) For these 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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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Of Art & Architecture: Pewabic Pottery - December 11
by HSM Main 27 Nov '19

27 Nov '19

cid:image002.jpg@01D3849D.922A1640 Upcoming Lecture • Wednesday, December 11 Of Art & Architecture: Pewabic Pottery with Cara Catallo, Pewabic Pottery Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at our NEW BUILDING! 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. “Of Art & Architecture: Pewabic Pottery” will take place on Wednesday, December 11, at 7 p.m. In 1903, Mary Chase Perry Stratton and Horace Caulkins founded Pewabic Pottery in Detroit and changed the world of ceramics. Pewabic lamps, vessels, and architectural tiles earned the company worldwide fame. Pewabic tiles grace churches, libraries, museums, and public buildings. Come to learn about the heritage and influence of this historic pottery. _____ If you enjoy “sniffing out” and exploring Michigan’s most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan’s History Hounds™ Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan’s history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at our NEW BUILDING! 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ cid:image009.jpg@01D2AC8B.99D17B80 _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state’s oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan’s rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 7435 Westshire Drive • Lansing, MI 48917 Phone: (517) 324-1828 • FAX: (517) 324-4370 Coming Soon… Wednesday, January 8 Remember When You Were a Kid? The Faygo Story <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Historical Society of Michigan, 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration for each History Hounds lecture closes at 3 p.m. the day BEFORE the scheduled talk. If you are a household member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our lectures remotely! See our website for full details. For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state’s history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with “remove” in the subject line. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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Deadline Dec 6, 2019 for State Literacy Awards!
by Donna Olson 27 Nov '19

27 Nov '19

Greetings! Last month, you received notice of an upcoming award opportunity: the State Literacy Awards, sponsored by the Library of Congress. *Nominations must be submitted to the Michigan Center for the book by December 6, 2019!* Applications are available from Tim Gleisner at gleisnert(a)michigan.gov. See below for more details and good luck to all! *The Library of Congress is again sponsoring their State Literacy Awards. If you would like to nominate a program, please contact the Michigan Center for the Book [MCFB] for application forms via Tim Gleisner at **gleisnert(a)michigan.gov <gleisnert(a)michigan.gov>**. * *Nominations must be submitted to MCFB by December 6, 2019 **with award notification in February 2020. Nominees must be non-profits and cannot be an individual.* *Applicants are competing for 10 prizes of $2,225. Only one nominee per state can be submitted to the Library of Congress.* *Past winners are not eligible for 5 years. Sorry Rochester Hills Public Library, you will have to sit this one out after winning your award last year for ‘Authors in April’!* *Best of luck to you!* *Donna* *Donna Olson, Director* *Salem-South Lyon District Library* 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Phone: (248) 437-6431 ext. 206 | Fax: (248) 437-6593 http://www.ssldl.info | https://www.facebook.com/SSLDL https://www.instagram.com/ssldl | https://twitter.com/ssldl https://www.linkedin.com/in/olsondonna/ [image: America's STAR Libraries 2018] <https://www.libraryjournal.com/?detailStory=ljx181101Stars2018Main>

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MCLS Thanksgiving Holiday hours
by Sue Alt 27 Nov '19

27 Nov '19

All- The MCLS offices will be closing today, Wednesday, November 27, at 3pm. We will also be closed Friday, November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be back on Monday, December 2, to answer your MCLS, MeLCat, MeL eResources, and RIDES questions. MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp MeL eResources: meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org Group Purchasing: services(a)mcls.org MCLS Training: training(a)mcls.org Happy Thanksgiving, Sue Sue Alt MeLCat Support and Delivery Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 800-530-9019 ext 143 alts(a)mcls.org

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