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UPCOMING WORKSHOP - Museum Newbies – How Do I . . . ? - September 20
by HSM Main 17 Sep '19

17 Sep '19

cid:image001.jpg@01D3F289.3AED06D0 Upcoming Workshop • Friday, September 20 Museum Newbies – How Do I . . . ? with Kim Parr, Crocker House Museum & Macomb County Historical Society Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Workshops start at 9 a.m. at the Historical Society of Michigan’s NEW BUILDING! 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. Are you new to the museum field and need advice on performing administrative functions? Perhaps you do not know how to document gifts or you have artifacts that do not fit into your collection. This open-discussion workshop will answer some of your questions and help you network with others in the field. Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our workshops remotely! See our website for full details. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. cid:image006.jpg@01D3F289.3AED06D0 cid:image007.jpg@01D3F289.3AED06D0 _____ 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 Future History Skills Workshops <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. Friday, October 11 Selling History: Operating a Museum Store Friday, October 25 Putting It in Print: Publishing Your History Book Friday, November 8 Byte-Size Collections II: Digitizing AV Documents Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our workshops remotely! Details for remote connection will be provided. (Remote access is not available for off-site workshops.) Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Historical Society of Michigan’s NEW BUILDING, 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan (unless otherwise noted). If you are a Household member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Household membership. 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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Job Posting: Full Time Library Director at the Indian River Area Library
by Mara Klco 17 Sep '19

17 Sep '19

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. - Strong working knowledge of library technology and trends including makers’ spaces. - Demonstrated experience with budget and fiscal management. - Ability to prepare reports and communicate clearly in written and oral form. - Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment - Ability to motivate and maintain effective working relationships 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 - Salary Range: $28,000.00 – $36,000.00 commensurate with experience. - The position includes some evening and weekend hours. - Current staffing includes a full-time Director and 2 part-time clerks. - The Indian River Area Library is a Class 1 Library serving a population of just over 3,000. - There are an active and supportive Friends group and several library volunteers. - The Library works in close partnership with our local schools. APPLICATIONS The application deadline is October 4, 2019. 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 Board Chair, Patricia Brown at irlibraryhiringcommittee(a)gmail.com. The Indian River Area Library is an equal opportunity employer. Mara Klco *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org

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Job Posting - Director
by Peggy Parrish 17 Sep '19

17 Sep '19

The Clinton Township Public Library of Lenawee County is seeking its next director! This is a beautiful community located just 20 minutes from Ann Arbor where the new director will enjoy a friendly and growing population. The library director will report to a 6 member elected Board of Trustees and supervise a staff of 5 part-time employees. Description is as follows: *CLINTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY* *Library Director* Approx. 36 hours/week (some evenings and weekends required) *SALARY:* $35,000+ based on experience *LIBRARY HOURS*: 11AM to 7PM, Monday thru Thursday. 11AM to 6PM, Friday. 10AM to 2PM, Saturday * JOB SUMMARY: * · Responsible for administrative duties of the Clinton Township Public Library, including the following: · Establishing library methods and procedures. · Hiring and supervising library personnel. · Promoting library services for all potential users including children and adults. · Administering all library programs and services to meet community needs. · Recommending library policies. · Managing library operations and selecting materials with budgetary guidelines. · Preparing the annual budget and presenting it to the library board for approval. · Acting on the library board’s decisions and ensuring adherence to these decisions. *QUALIFICATIONS:* · Four year college degree from an accredited university. · Motivated, creative and able to work independently. · Professional and enthusiastic attitude for providing service to the community of the Clinton Township Public Library. · Strong oral and written communication skills. · Meticulous attention to detail. · Ability to establish and maintain relationships with the library board, community and employees. · Broad knowledge base of electronics, computers, software applications and internet resources. Submit resume with cover letter and references to Clinton Township Public Library via email to “clintonlibrary(a)clinton.lib.mi.us.xn--ivg Selected candidate will be expected to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment. *APPLICATION DEADLINE*: Monday, September 23, 2019, 5PM *Peggy Parrish - Director* Clinton Township Public Library 100 Brown St. Clinton, MI 49236 517-456-4141 pparrish(a)clinton.lib.mi.us

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Call For Proposals: Ohio Valley Group of Technical Services Librarians (OVGTSL) 2020 Conference
by Heather Ladiski 17 Sep '19

17 Sep '19

Forwarded on behalf of The Ohio Valley Group of Technical Services Librarians (OVGTSL). Excuse posting to multiple lists. Feel free to forward to anyone that might benefit from this information. ******************************** OVGTSL 2020 CONFERENCE: TECHNICAL SERVICES TODAY MAY 17-19, 2020 -- UNIVERSITY OF AKRON, AKRON, OHIO https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/ovgtsl2020/ Technical Services librarians are faced with multiple changes in workflows, budgets, and technology. We are seeing an increase in usage of electronic resources, evidence-driven collection development, challenging budgets, space, and staffing, as well as rapidly changing technologies. The OVGTSL 2020 Conference Program Committee invites forward thinking submissions in all areas related to technical services librarianship including acquisitions, cataloging, serials, electronic resources, collection development and management, systems, and preservation in academic, public, and special libraries. Participants are invited to submit proposals that report on recent research, address emerging trends, or showcase new tools, services and projects. Time slots for all sessions are 50 minutes in length including time for questions. Topics of interest include but are not limited to the following: * Authority control * Automation tools such as batch processing, regular expressions, MarcEdit, OpenRefine, APIs, widgets, dashboards, etc. * Collaboration within and outside the library * Communicating data in meaningful ways for library decision making * Completed projects, including outcomes and learned experiences * Current roles of technical services in open access, research data, scholarly communication, and other arenas * Digital initiatives and collections * Discovery and access * Diversity and inclusion in technical services * Electronic resource management * Ethical issues in technical services * Evidence-driven collection development * Integration of non-MARC metadata within MARC cataloging workflows * Managing change * Metadata creation, reuse and interoperability * New staffing models * Practical applications for BIBFRAME and/or linked data * Special formats cataloging and/or circulation * Strategies for working with limited budgets and resources * Training and staff development * Workflow management, best practices, and documentation Submissions for presentations, workshops and panel sessions will be considered in addition to specific proposals to lead sessions in non-traditional formats. To submit a program proposal, visit https://forms.gle/Efg9fkp5EDSaY8q99 to submit the following information by November 1st, 2019 * Title of presentation * Type of program [presentation, workshop, panel, other please specify] * Abstract (no longer than 250 words) * Names, titles, institutional affiliations, phone, email of all presenters * Primary contact for presenters * Equipment and other special needs Notification regarding acceptance will be sent via e-mail in early January 2020 Additional information is available by contacting: Margaret Maurer at mbmaurer(a)kent.edu<mailto:mbmaurer@kent.edu>. The Ohio Valley Group of Technical Services Librarians (OVGTSL) was founded in 1924 and draws its members from the states of Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. The annual conference rotates among these three states on a regular basis. Membership is open to anyone interested in library technical services.

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Re: [Michlib-l] Board books
by Ellen Moore-Sarjeant 17 Sep '19

17 Sep '19

All of our board books get a strip of 2-inch book tape along the spine before they leave our processing room. Seems to help. -- Ellen Moore-Sarjeant Head of Cataloging & Acquisitions Peter White Public Library Marquette, MI 906/226-4316

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Part-Time Job Posting: Beth Israel Congregation Library in Ann Arbor
by Ginger Foster Derrow 17 Sep '19

17 Sep '19

Beth Israel Congregation in Ann Arbor is looking for a part-time librarian to manage the adult library. Responsibilities include selection and weeding, purchasing and budgeting, answering reference questions, and maintaining the online catalog. The ideal candidate will have a library or information science degree, or extensive experience in library management. This is a four hour paid position, to be filled on Sunday mornings and any afternoon when school is in session. Please send cover message and resumé to Beth Dwoskin at bdwoskin(a)yahoo.com or Lisabeth Lobenthal at lblobenthal(a)bethisrael-aa.org Link to detailed job description here: http://www.bethisrael-aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Librarian.Job-descr…

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Ann Arbor High School Media Specialist position
by Rohde, Maggi 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

Let me know if you have questions! https://www.applitrack.com/WISD/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?district=119… -- Maggi Rohde • rohdem(a)aaps.k12.mi.us • on Twitter @mama_librarian <https://twitter.com/mama_librarian> Elementary School Librarian, Bryant Elementary, AAPS Integrating technology, information literacy and love of reading since 2002 Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/mama_librarian "Whatever the cost of our libraries, the price is cheap compared to that of an ignorant nation." Walter Cronkite Want to help? Donate to our library! http://www.donorschoose.org/mrs.idzikowski

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Book Sets Claimed
by Claire Mueller 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

The Book Club sets of Half-Moon Investigations have been claimed. Thank you, Claire Mueller Youth Services Teen Volunteer Coordinator Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway 734-326-6123 Claire.mueller(a)westlandlibrary.org<mailto:Claire.mueller@westlandlibrary.org> Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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Reminder: MLA 2019 Annual Conference Early Bird rates expire today!
by Rachel Ash 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

Last call for Early Bird Rates! MLA 2019 Annual Conference Early Bird registration rates and hotel room discounts expire today! We hope you'll join us this October 16-18 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi for the premier annual education event for library professionals. Our doors are open and you're invited! Learn more and register online today: https://mla.memberclicks.net/conference-home [Web Icon resized] Rachel Ash Director of Membership, Communications & Marketing Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 225 milibraries.org<http://www.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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Juvenile Book Set(s) up for grabs
by Claire Mueller 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

We are weeding out a set of 5th-8th Grade Book Club books, Half-Moon Investigations by Eoin Colfer. I can send 17 copies to one interested library or send to 2 libraries with 9 copies and 8 copies respectively. Let me know if you are interested, with your shipping code. Thank you, Claire Mueller Youth Services Teen Volunteer Coordinator Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway 734-326-6123 Claire.mueller(a)westlandlibrary.org<mailto:Claire.mueller@westlandlibrary.org> Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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