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Personnel Policy Acknowledgment Form
by Elissa Zimmer 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Hi all, If you make new employees sign an acknowledgment form of reading/receipt of Personnel Policy, can you please send me your form as an example? Thanks, Elissa -- Elissa Zimmer (she/they) Assistant Director Van Buren District Library 200 N Phelps St Decatur, MI 49045 269-423-4771

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Envisionware Machines - Free
by Andrus, Miriam 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Hello Library Land, The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library has 2 standing Envisionware self-checkout units and 3 desk top self-checkout units to give to a library for free. The interested library just needs to pick up the units. These items were new to our Library in 2019 and are in working "like-new" condition since we were closed to patrons due to our flood for 2 years of that time. Please email me if you are interested and want more information. Thank you, -Miriam [cid:image001.png@01DB628C.BF1FAFF0] Miriam Andrus, MLS Director, Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, MI 48640 989-837-3431 direct www.gadml.org<http://www.gadml.org/> [cid:image002.png@01DB628C.BF1FAFF0]<http://www.facebook.com/gracedowlibrary>[cid:image003.png@01DB628C.BF1FAFF0]<http://www.twitter.com/cityofmidlandmi>[cid:image004.png@01DB628C.BF1FAFF0]<http://www.instagram.com/gracedowlibrary>[cid:image005.png@01DB628C.BF1FAFF0]<http://www.youtube.com/citymidland>

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YES Committee Question
by Jack Buck 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Hello, >From my understanding, for a millage campaign, a library director and library staff volunteer on a "YES" Committee on their own time (unpaid). However, it's best practice for library staff/director not to hold any the chair positions on the YES Committee. How about the library issuing a call of action to the community to join the YES Committee? Ex. posting on bulletin board: Interested in helping with the next phase of our Library? Join us for an Information Meeting at XYZ Coffee Shop, 7pm on 2/1/25. My gut is telling me the above would be okay, but posting on the library's social media would be a no. This whole line of thinking is how to reach members of the community to join YES Committee that are interested but not being asked directly. Thanks for your time. Jack Buck, MLIS Director Richland Community Library 269-629-9085 -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Apply for Upcoming Digital Collections Building Opportunities - Cohorts, Grants, Training, and More!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Here are some upcoming opportunities focused on digital collections building: Community Webs Michigan Cohort 2025 The Library of Michigan is promoting participation in this project to develop a cohort of representatives from cultural heritage organizations across Michigan. This cohort will complete a training and professional development program focused on preserving and providing access to local history through web archiving, digital preservation, and community archiving. The program will include asynchronous training and virtual cohort meetings. At the end of the training, participants will begin a web archiving, digital preservation, and/or community archiving project that they intend to work on for the remainder of the program. They will receive free access to tools (including the Archive-It web archiving service and Vault digital preservation service), technical support, and mentorship over the course of the project period. The program will culminate in a presentation of the projects in October 2025. Click the following link to apply for the Community Webs Michigan Cohort<https://form.jotform.com/243255441503146> by January 25, 2025. Digital POWRR Digital Preservation Professional Development Institute The Digital POWRR<https://sustainableheritagenetwork.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d310cb…> team invites applications for our fifth in-person, 2.5-day digital preservation training institute. The fifth Institute will be held May 14-16th at the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. Due to the generosity of the National Endowment for the Humanities<https://sustainableheritagenetwork.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d310cb…>, POWRR Institutes have no registration fees, and travel stipends are available for those with demonstrated financial need. Click the following links for more details on the POWRR Institutes<https://digitalpowrr.niu.edu/upcoming-events/> or to apply for Digital POWRR Institute<http://apply%20for%20digital%20powrr%20institute/> by February 7, 2025. Museum Assessment Program (MAP) Applications have opened for the Museum Assessment Program (MAP), an initiative supported by a cooperative agreement between IMLS and the American Alliance of Museums. MAP offers museums an opportunity to strengthen operations and plan for the future through year-long process of self-assessment and consultative peer review. Four MAP assessment types are available: Organizational, Collections Stewardship, Education & Interpretation, and Community & Audience Engagement. Click the following link to apply for MAP<https://www.aam-us.org/programs/accreditation-excellence-programs/map-onlin…> by February 15, 2025. Grant Opportunities * Digital Michigan Newspaper Grant Program<https://www.cmich.edu/research/clarke-historical-library/services/digmich-n…>, apply by January 31, 2025 * MDPN Storage Grant for At-Risk and Underrepresented Digital Collections<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4_69qko9NUaJeo4Zmz7lAXbJAoEXhXSG…>, rolling applications (reviewed quarterly) * NEH Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail20.com/t/y-l-clthkll-dhdru…>, apply by January 10, 2025 * NEH Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail20.com/t/y-l-clthkll-dhdru…>, apply by January 10, 2025 Online Training Library of Michigan * Digitization Basics Pathway<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/pathway/74955> in NICHE, asynchronous Library Juice Academy * Creative Commons Licenses from Concepts to Practice<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/341-creative-commons-licenses-a…>, January 6 - February 2 * Community Archives<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/295-community-archives/>, January 6 - February 2 * Introduction to Digital Preservation<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/183-introduction-digital-preser…>, January 6 - February 2 * Appraisal and Collection Development for Digital Special Collections<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/204-appraisal-collection-develo…>, January 6 - February 2 * Fundamentals of Digital Curation in Libraries, Archives, and Museums<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/203-fundamentals-digital-curati…>, February 2 - March 2 * Creating Digital Exhibits<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/254-creating-digital-exhibits/>, March 3 - March 30 * Getting Started with Digital Image Collections<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/036-getting-started-digital-ima…>, March 3 - March 30 * Metadata and Description for Digital Special Collections<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/205-metadata-description-digita…>, March 3 - March 30 * Critical Digital Archives<https://libraryjuiceacademy.com/shop/course/309-introduction-to-critical-di…>, March 3 - March 30 UW-Madison iSchool * Oral History Essentials: From the Basics to Collection Enhancement<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/oral-history-essentials-from-…>, February 10 – March 23 REMINDER: If you are interested in any of these courses, the Library of Michigan offers a Continuing Education Stipend<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/scholarships/librar…> that could be used to assist with costs. Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers [A logo for the Michigan School Meals program.] All public-school students have access to free breakfast and lunch again for School Year 2024-25! Don’t forget to complete and turn in the application or form from your school district’s food service department to ensure the funding for education and nutrition benefits continues. [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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Oak Park Management Position
by Kimberly Schaaf 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Join the Oak Park Public Library team and help us serve an amazing community! We are currently looking for a Community Services and Reference Manager to lead our promotional and programming efforts. Oak Park is a wonderfully diverse community of 29,000 residents located on the southern border of Oakland County. In 2024, the Library underwent a total re-design, added a self-help legal center, and now has a large-scale exterior mural. It is an especially exciting time to join the Oak Part team, as the entire City complex surrounding the library will be completely transformed over the next three years. Oakland County has agreed to invest 6 million dollars in upgrades to Shepherd Park (located directly behind library), the City will be adding a bandshell and a four-seasons farmers market right next to the library, and there will be an 80,000 square foot recreation center with an indoor pool and walking track built behind the library. This position pays $50,000 - $55,000 annually and includes a comprehensive package consisting of healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and section 125 plan. Currently there is no cost for healthcare. Full position description, details, and application information: https://oakparkmi.applicantpro.com/jobs/3593501 Kimberly Schaaf Director, Oak Park Public Library 14200 Oak Park Blvd. Oak Park, MI 48237 Office: 248-691-7566 Work Cell: 248-914-3318

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Registration open for MCLS Supervisor Series workshops
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Join the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services this winter & spring for our popular Supervisor Series workshops! These engaging, interactive virtual workshops include group activities, individual reflection, discussions, and hands-on practice on a variety of important skills for today’s library leaders. Motivating Employees to Be Their Best: Thursday, January 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This course is designed to help you discover how to tailor your leadership and communication style to better suit the needs of your employees. As a result, you will be able to create a shared vision for your organization or team, build group identity, create a culture of ownership, and establish a more collaborative, inspiring work environment. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/673f4e2daa4a191770da6704. Learning to Manage for New Managers: Wednesday, February 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop is designed to help minimize your stress and walk you through the process of management by targeting five specific areas. You’ll learn to successfully handle staff, projects, performance, conflict, and yourself as you evaluate and continuously improve your effectiveness as a manager. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/673f87c5aa4a191770e9dd2e. Effective Communication Strategies for Managers: Thursday, April 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop will teach you how to be relatable, respectable, dependable, and communicative. As a result, you will be able to have a clear direction, meet your employees’ needs, handle difficult conversations with ease, and boost your assertiveness as a boss. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/673f9b6daa4a191770eeb466. All Supervisor Series workshops are held on Zoom and facilitated by MCLS Library Strategist Jenny Kobiela-Mondor. Workshops are worth for 4 contact hours for professional development, and are eligible for SCHECHs for Michigan school library staff. For more information or to see all of MCLS’s workshop offerings, visit https://store.mcls.org. Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:c449a129-5a60-45c4-aa32-7eb24a476be2] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | X<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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Kent District Library Employment Opportunity!
by Jessica Nelson 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

POSITION TITLE: Branch Librarian - Youth Focus (#595) LOCATION: Gaines Twp. Branch BEGINNING PAY RATE: $22.97/hr., 24 Hours/week CLASSIFICATION: Union Represented DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 27, 2024 @ 5:00pm SCHEDULE: Weeks 1-2: Monday 11:45am-8:15pm, Tuesday-Friday 8:45am-5:15pm; Week 3: Monday 11:45am-8:15pm, Tuesday-Thursday 8:45am-5:15pm, Saturday 8:45am-5:15pm To view the full job posting and apply for this position, please go to the Kent District Library career site: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kdl. All applications for employment must be made on the Kent District Library electronic application form. Resumes will not be accepted or evaluated in lieu of application. All applicants must meet the job requirements and submit a timely application to be considered. Separate application forms must be submitted for each position for which an applicant wishes to apply. Kent District Library (KDL) is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristics that are protected by state or federal law. If requested in advance, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, KDL will supply reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations, to allow access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Thank you! Jessica Nelson Human Resources Generalist Kent District Library Service Center, 814 W. River Center Dr. NE., Comstock Park, MI 49321 D 616.784.2016| F 616.647.3818 | she/her/hers (Why pronouns matter<https://pronouns.org/>) [Signature-tagline300x17]<http://www.kdl.org/>

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Librarian and Library Workers Hobbies and Professions
by Lisa Rabey 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Good evening! I received over 50 responses! Coupled with my survey in other places, I compiled a list of nearly 100 jobs and hobbies that are not librarianesque. I'll send out the presentation when it's finished! I had to drop the font size to 7 to get it all in. :) [image: librarianjobsandhobbies.png] Lisa Rabey | @heroineinabook <https://linktr.ee/heroineinabook>https://linktr.ee/heroineinabook

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Tattooing Program
by Paul Konkolesky 09 Jan '25

09 Jan '25

Greetings! With our summer reading theme this year being Color Our World, I am thinking of having a program on tattooing. Has anyone in southeastern Michigan had a tattoo parlor present anything on this topic? And if so, would you recommend them? I appreciate any assistance you can provide. Paul Konkolesky Branch Librarian Warren Public Library, Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093 586-751-0770 extension 5007

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Registration now open!: Jim Gill Workshop in Howell on 2/15
by Janice Heilman 08 Jan '25

08 Jan '25

Great Start Livingston is hosting a Jim Gill workshop for educators & youth librarians, Music for all young children: a focus on inclusion, in Howell on Saturday, February 15. If you've never had the pleasure of attending a Jim Gill workshop, it is a wonderful experience with lots of practical tips you can incorporate in your storytimes and programs for 0-5 year olds. I hope you can make it! Details, including registration link are below. Thank you, Janice [image: image.png] Music Play for ALL Young Children! for Early Childhood Educators Presented by Jim Gill Registration is Open! <https://bit.ly/jimgill2025> In this energizing session, award-winning Jim Gill will share: - How music play inspires young children not only to move, but to regulate their movements...not only to sing, but to make connections between the words they sing and the printed word. - How music play creates an inclusive environment for children with special needs and from all different backgrounds. MiRegistry training credits, SCECHs, and training certificates available. Intended Audience: Early Childhood Providers & Professionals, Youth Librarians, BK & Kindergarten Teachers, Literacy Coaches Registration is $25 and includes FREE books and literacy materials. Event will be in-person at Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA) in Howell, MI. Register for the Workshop <https://bit.ly/jimgill2025> Thank you! Robin Schutz, Coordinator *Great Start Livingston <https://greatstartlivingston.org/>* *RobinSchutz(a)LivingstonESA.org* *o: 517.540.6829* *c: 810.588.2218 * -- Janice Heilman Head of Youth Services Howell Carnegie District Library 314 W. Grand River Ave. Howell, MI 48843 517-546-0720 x107 www.howelllibrary.org

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