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FW: Full Time Youth & Teen Librarian Position @ CIDL
by Bill Bowman 17 Apr '18

17 Apr '18

Forgot to add the text of the description into the email body. Here we go again! Full-time Youth and Teen Services Librarian Hours: 40 hours per week, includes some weekends and evenings Salary: $37,000 to $48,000 depending on qualifications and experience Benefits: Health, dental, optical insurance; disability and life insurance; vacation, sick and personal days; retirement plan. Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Working as part of the Youth Services Team, develop collections for teens * Under the direction of the Department Head, collaborate with community organizations to promote library services * Coordinate with the Youth Services Team to design a variety of activities that promote the use of the library by tweens and teens allowing for a continuum of library use across the age span. * Maintain and cultivate relationships with the public schools, private schools and local teachers * Work with Head of Children's and Teens services to update the Teen Services portion of the website * Provide library outreach services to the local public and private schools * Assist with Youth Services Department programs for younger patrons as needed * Assist patrons of all ages in obtaining information in a variety of formats * Provide readers' advisory services to patrons of all ages * Instruct patrons individually and in small groups in the use of library resources and equipment Required Qualifications * MLIS from an ALA accredited institution * At least one year of experience working with teens and enthusiastic commitment to teen services * Desire and ability to provide excellent customer service inside and outside of the library * Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to work independently or as a team leader * Public library/information desk experience * Experience working with ILS, Polaris preferred * Collection development experience * Knowledge of popular print and audio-visual materials for teens Reports to: Head of Children's and Teen Services To apply please send resume, cover letter and three professional references to: Tracy Bedford Head of Children's and Teen Services bedfordt(a)cidlibrary.org Deadline to apply is Tuesday May 1, 2018 [Bill_2] From: Bill Bowman Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2018 10:38 AM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: Full Time Youth & Teen Librarian Position @ CIDL The Clarkston Independence District Library is looking for a librarian! Are you passionate about youth and teen services? Do you like being part of a collaborative team? We are searching for someone who will take over some of our already established, awesome teen programming, someone who is excited about creating new and innovative programs for teens and tweens, and someone who enjoys working with children of all ages. If this sounds like you, take a look at our job description! [Bill_2]

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Full Time Youth & Teen Librarian Position @ CIDL
by Bill Bowman 17 Apr '18

17 Apr '18

The Clarkston Independence District Library is looking for a librarian! Are you passionate about youth and teen services? Do you like being part of a collaborative team? We are searching for someone who will take over some of our already established, awesome teen programming, someone who is excited about creating new and innovative programs for teens and tweens, and someone who enjoys working with children of all ages. If this sounds like you, take a look at our job description! [Bill_2]

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Does any library offer this database?
by Kathy Petlewski 17 Apr '18

17 Apr '18

One of our patrons is interested in accessing this database for some very specific research. Anyone around the area provide it in-house use for patrons? CIVIL WAR SERVICE REPORTS OF UNION ARMY GENERALS - one of Gale's Primary Sources Archives products. Thanks in advance! Kathy Kathy Petlewski Electronic Resources Librarian Plymouth District Library 223 S. Main St. Plymouth, MI 48170 734-453-0750, ext 208

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NEWS RELEASE: Paul M. Keep Joins Historical Society of Michigan as Director of Development
by HSM Infor 17 Apr '18

17 Apr '18

Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. Lansing, MI 48911 Contact: Nancy Feldbush (517) 324-1828 <mailto:feldbush@hsmichigan.org> feldbush(a)hsmichigan.org For Immediate Release PAUL M. KEEP JOINS HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN AS DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT LANSING, Mich.-On April 26, 2018, Paul M. Keep will join the Historical Society of Michigan as the organization's Director of Development. Mr. Keep will work from the Society's Lansing-based office, providing leadership for strategic fund-development initiatives, such as major and planned giving programs, annual giving, donor stewardship and recognition programs, grant writing, and public relations related to development. "Mr. Keep comes to us with a wealth of fundraising, relationship-building and management experience," commented Larry J. Wagenaar, Executive Director of the Historical Society of Michigan. "He possesses a great enthusiasm for the Society's mission and will be an outstanding addition to our staff and leadership team." Prior to this position, Mr. Keep was a consultant with The Leadership Group in Grand Rapids, where he led strategic planning efforts for leadership development across Michigan. Before that, he served as director of philanthropy and communications for Catholic Charities West Michigan and as an editor with MLive.com and The Grand Rapids Press. In those positions, Mr. Keep developed and implemented innovative digital and social media strategies to fund development. He has also served on the boards of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, Michigan Blood, Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes, the Michigan Press Association and the Historical Society of Michigan. Mr. Keep holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Miami University and a Master of Arts in Journalism from the University of Missouri. The Historical Society of Michigan is the 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. # # # A high-resolution version of Mr. Keep's photo is available upon request. Contact the Historical Society of Michigan at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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ILS Administrator - Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (OH)
by Shawn Andary 17 Apr '18

17 Apr '18

FYI - I was asked to "spread the word" about this posting and thought that there might be some interest. Apologies if this posting has already circulated to the group. The *Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (OH)* is seeking an *ILS Administrator* – The ILS Administrator holds the primary responsibility of the day-to-day monitoring, maintenance and ongoing development of the Library’s ILS platform, Sierra, and serves as the point of contact for data analytics products such as Innovative’s Decision Center and OrangeBoy’s Savannah. This includes supporting staff system wide to ensure accuracy, reliability and usability of the ILS and collaborating with other departments throughout the system to identify and coordinate resolution of issues in support of library services. Here’s a link to the job posting, which includes a link to the full job description along with information about the minimum qualifications and salary: http://www.bradburymiller.com/ plymcitad2018.htm

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Compilation: Volunteer Handbooks
by Stanczak, Cindy 16 Apr '18

16 Apr '18

Thank you, all! Here's what I received and what we developed (draft). Hi Cindy, > > I don't have a volunteer handbook here at Royal Oak, but I do have a >> pro-tip about hiring youth volunteers: make sure they are over age 14 and >> have a valid work permit from their school. We weren't doing that and were >> unknowingly breaking MI labor law. Now our librarian who works with the >> teens has a stack of them pre-filled out with the library's information >> that we can give to them when they fill out an application. > > >> Have a great day! > > Adrienne > > >> Adrienne Breznau > > Head of Support Services > > Royal Oak Public Library > > 222 E. Eleven Mile Road > > Royal Oak, MI 48067 > > >> Tel: 248-246-3714 > > ____________ Here is how our policy reads (redone/approved 2013) > > >> VOLUNTEER POLICY > > The Rauchholz Memorial Library recognizes the need for and welcomes >> community volunteers. Volunteers are individuals or groups who give their >> time and talents to the Library without compensation. The Director shall >> have the authority to approve the use of volunteers. Volunteers will work >> under the direction of the Library Director or staff person designated by >> the Library Director and will follow all Library policies and standards, >> including the policies and laws regarding privacy of Library records. >> Training and information will be provided for the assigned tasks. Minors >> may volunteer with parental consent and work under the guidance of a staff >> member. The Library Director may discontinue the use of any volunteer who >> does not follow policy and procedures of the Library. >> > >> BillieJo Bluemer > > Director > > Rauchholz Memorial Library > > 1140 N Hemlock Rd > > Hemlock MI 48626 > > 989-642-8621 > > billiejo(a)rauchholzlibrary.org > > Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook!

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Join us for the 10th Annual Midwest Literary Walk!
by Keegan Sulecki 16 Apr '18

16 Apr '18

Hi Everyone, We are happy to announce Chelsea District Library is celebrating 10 years of the Midwest Literary Walk with featured authors: Michael Eric Dyson, Will Schwalbe, and Ada Limón. The Walk will take place at historic venues throughout downtown Chelsea on *Saturday, April 28 from 1-5pm*. It is open to the public and free of charge. In addition, the Midwest Literary Walk was selected as a partner event with Detroit Public Television to help launch PBS’s new series, The Great American Read. DPTV will be on hand at this year’s walk to share information about this exciting new 8-part series and get Chelsea’s take on their favorite books! The Great American Read premieres *Tuesday, May 22 at 8pm on Detroit Public Television.* For more information on the 10th annual Midwest Literary Walk, including times, locations, and local business discounts, see our attached poster, press release, or visit midwestliterarywalk.org. To learn more about the Great American Read, visit *pbs.org/the-great-american-read <http://pbs.org/the-great-american-read>.* Sincerely, Keegan Keegan Sulecki *Head of Information Services* Chelsea District Library p: 734.475.8732 X218 <(734)%20475-8732> f: 734.475.6190 <(734)%20476-6190> a: 221 S. Main Street | Chelsea | MI | 48118 w: chelseadistrictlibrary.org e: ksulecki(a)chelseadistrictlibrary.org <https://www.facebook.com/ChelseaDistrictLibrary/> <https://twitter.com/ChelseaLibrary>

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Michigan Based Architect Recommendations
by Jessica Enget 16 Apr '18

16 Apr '18

Hi Everyone, My library board is looking for Michigan-based library architects for a potential future expansion project. Any recommendations? Regards, Jessica Enget Director Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W John Beers Rd Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 ext 126

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Extra Packing materials
by Mary Barker 16 Apr '18

16 Apr '18

I have two small boxes of various sized packing materials for MeL books. Please send me your Rides code and I will send them out on Wednesday! Mary Barker, Director Pentwater Township Library 402 E. Park Street Pentwater, MI 49449-7710 231 869-8581

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JOB: Director, Charleston, WV (Kanawha County Library)
by John Keister & Associates 16 Apr '18

16 Apr '18

Director, Kanawha County Public Library (Charleston, WV) Charleston, the capital of the State of West Virginia, is nestled in the Appalachian Mountains on the banks of the Kanawha River. Charleston has both small town charm and plenty of urban amenities. The city teems with restaurants, night life, live music, performance theater, galleries, and public art. It also is the gateway to world-class recreation including whitewater rafting, mountain climbing, biking, skiing, and zip-lining. The Kanawha County Public Library <http://www.johnkeister.com/kanawha/> provides services to about 225,000 residents of the City of Charleston, Kanawha County, and Putnam County through a main library, nine branch libraries, and a mobile library. Plans are underway for a significant expansion and renovation at the main library. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/kanawha <http://www.johnkeister.com/kanawha/> for details and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by May 16. Salary $105,000 or higher, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries www.johnkeister.com <http://www.johnkeister.com/> 847-955-0541

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