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Padded envelopes
by lewistonlibrary＠montmorencylibrary.com 14 Feb '17

14 Feb '17

Lewiston Library is looking for any extra envelopes. We are very low. Please help! Wendy Rieck Branch Librarian Lewiston Library ZV017L 989-786-2985 lewistonlibrary(a)montmorencylibrary.com --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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New Director Position at Leelanau Township Library Northport, Michigan
by Mark Morton 14 Feb '17

14 Feb '17

Library Director -Leelanau Township Library located in Northport, MI - Full Time Position 35 hours per week. Preferred Qualifications: MLIS from ALA accredited institution or Bachelor's degree; three or more years of work experience, preferably in a library setting. A complete job posting and job description can be found in the attached documents. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references by March 1, 2017 to <mailto:ltldirectorsearch@gmail.com> ltldirectorsearch(a)gmail.com (preferred) or mail to: Leelanau Township, Attn: Library Advisory Committee, PO Box 338, Northport, MI 49670. No telephone calls please. Please do not reply to this email, I am Chair of the search committee and using my list-serv access to help get the word out. Please reply to the gmail account. Mark Mark Morton Technical Services Librarian Leland Township Public Library 203 E Cedar St Leland, MI 49654 231-256-9152

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Bill Payment and Purchasing Policies -- City Libraries formed by City Charter
by Stephanie Masin 14 Feb '17

14 Feb '17

Greetings everyone -- I know there aren't a ton of libraries in the State that are City libraries formed by City Charter, but I'm hoping that those of you who ARE in libraries that fit that bill will be able to provide information regarding your bill payment procedures and purchasing policies. I'd also love to hear from those who are a little more legal saavy/knowledgable regarding this matter. A bit of background regarding our library. In our library by-laws it says that the "Director may dispense an amount not to exceed One Thousand and 00/100 ($1,000) dollars without a vote of the Board of Trustees and the Director may expend an amount of One Thousand and ONe and 00/100 ($1,001.00) dollars but less than Five Thousand and 00/100 ($5,000.00) dollars with the concurrence of the President and Treasurer." We pay an administrative fee to our City finance department to handle payment of our bills, running our financial statements, and working with the auditors (though we pay separately for our portion of the audit). We have always followed the above guidelines for purchasing... with larger expenditures (over $10,000) going before our City Commission in compliance with their purchasing policy. Historically we've submitted our bills to City Hall for payment. The Library Board reviews the bill reports at their monthly meeting, but have not approved actual bill payment as again, those are submitted to the City for payment (and the library board's assertion in the past has been they've approved the annual budget... as long as they haven't seen anything alarming in the bill reports or a deviation from our expenditure guidelines, they have not felt the need to approve the bills before they're submitted to City Hall for payment). With that said, we've had some instances in the past where we've had late charges on some bills because the timeline for the receipt of the bill didn't fall within the City's bill payment schedule properly... so they ended up being paid in the following payment cycle (resulting in a late fee). The City insists that vendors will "adjust their payment schedules" to work with municipal entities. I've never had that experience with Comcast (for example)... so we've ended up with late fees that just keep accruing because the City doesn't pay late fees. Also, in the past our City Commission has handled bill approval similarly to our Library Board. They have reviewed the amounts already dispersed and approve in their consent agenda. However, our new financial director for the City is changing this process so that bills are not paid until after the City Commission has reviewed them all. Based on the timelines for this new process we already know we are facing several months worth of late charges on some of our bills. When I raised this concern with our finance director she reviewed the state laws regarding our type of library and said she wasn't sure where we fit in to that process as our bylaw wording is unclear (since we don't dispense funds, the City does per the administration agreement), we've always deferred to their purchasing policy when questions have come up, and state law seems to indicate that only the library board needs to approve the bills.... not the City commission (though since they administer payment of our bills I doubt they'll set a separate payment schedule just for our bills). So, I'm appealing to your collective knowledge for some insight/guidance in this situation. Thank you! Stephanie Masin Library Director Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167 www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us<http://www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us> *This message is for the intended recipient only and may be privileged, otherwise protected, or subject to other legal rules. If you have received it by mistake, please let me know by e-mail reply and delete it from your system; you may not copy this message or disclose its contents to anyone other than the intended recipient. If you are receiving this email as part of a group that is subject to the open meetings act please reply directly to me only, not the group as a whole.

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Support Services Clerk 24-hour Position
by Marcia Dominick 14 Feb '17

14 Feb '17

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:* *Position: Support Services Clerk, Permanent Part-Time* *Job Duties:* · Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Module accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues; assists Library patrons while employing the Library’s and City of Novi’s customer service principles. · Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including sorting and loading carts for shelving; shelving of materials; shelf reading; processing holds, returns, and other materials from delivery; troubleshooting and maintenance operations of the AST System; answering main phone, directing calls, and making public address announcements as needed; and registering cash, check, and credit card transactions. · Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions, and demands; retains knowledge and stays up-to-date on current Library policies and procedures; communicates effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues; resolves problem situations and collaborates across departments in a positive manner. · Assists with opening and closing procedures for the Support Services Department. · Assists with the overall maintenance and orderliness of the Library’s collections, display areas, and department areas. · Assists in accomplishing the Library’s and the Support Service Department’s goals. · Assists, as assigned, to perform Outreach Services duties. Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads and unloads materials from carts. · Assists, as assigned, to perform Technical Services duties. Performs acquisitions duties, cataloging, MARC record maintenance, materials processing and maintenance, and processing of ILL and MeLCat materials. · Seeks professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate for the patrons. · Performs other duties as assigned. *Job Requirements:* · High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. · Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement. · Proficient in MS Office, Internet browsers, and other computer related technology. · Ability to take direction willingly and easily adaptable to change. · Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable. · Strong attention to customer service. · Strong obligation to confidentiality. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. · Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. · Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. *Hours: *24 hours per week · Monday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. · Wednesday, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. · Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. · Alternate Friday/Saturday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. *Salary:* $10.52 per hour *Benefits:* Time benefits (vacation, personal business, and sick) based on a part-time employee formula. *Application: * · Resume, cover letter, and application required. · Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/AboutUs/Employment.asp · Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 · E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org *Deadline:* Friday, February 24, 2017, 5 p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [image: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]*Marcia Dominick* | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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Briggs District Library Assistant Director Posting
by director briggsdistrictlibrary.org 14 Feb '17

14 Feb '17

The Briggs District Library is seeking qualified applicants for a full time Assistant Director position. The recently formed district library is looking for a creative, innovative individual to assist in the expansion of services and programs to the residents of the library’s service area. This position will assist the Library Director with administrative functions and assume responsibility for library operations in the Director’s absence. Duties will include but are not limited to interaction with the public, marketing, collection development, overseeing, planning and/or the conducting of adult programs. Minimum requirements: Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree, Master of Library Science degree preferred, possession of a valid driver’s license, ability to obtain Level 3 Michigan Library Certificate, (Level 2 Library Certificate recommended, Level I Library Certification preferred), previous experience working in a public library setting. Supervisory and/or administrative experience preferred. This is a full time, exempt position. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. Starting salary: $42,000 plus benefit package. Interested candidates should submit an official application, resume and letter of interest by March 10, 2017 or until filled to Sara Morrison, Director at Briggs District Library, 108 E. Railroad St., St. Johns, MI 48879, email: director(a)briggsdistrictlibrary.org mailto:director@briggsdistrictlibrary.org , fax (989)224-1205. Official application can be found at http://briggs.ploud.net/site-assets/files/employment-application.pdf A more detailed job description can be located at http://briggs.ploud.net/about-us/assistant-director-job-description.pdf Briggs District Library * 108 E. Railroad St.* St. Johns, MI. 48879 * Phone: (989)224-4702 * Fax: (989)224-1205 *http://www.briggsdistrictlibrary.org

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New Michigan Activity Pass Partner: Shiawassee Arts Center
by Jim Flury 14 Feb '17

14 Feb '17

All, I am pleased to introduce Shiawassee Arts Center http://shiawasseearts.org/ as our newest partner destination in the Michigan Activity Pass program! "Check out" their location overlooking the beautiful Shiawassee River in Owosso. Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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2017 Summer Reading Manuals
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 13 Feb '17

13 Feb '17

By end of next week all public library locations will receive their copy of the 2017 CSLP "Build a Better World" manual! Included with your copy are instructions on how to create a code for downloading copies of the manual. Please create only 1 online code per library location. Unfortunately a box of Upstart catalogs was lost in the mail, so a few locations will receive a note explaining how to access Upstart online, which is available to all through the "shop" tab on www.cslpreads.org<http://www.cslpreads.org>. Finally, a reminder that the 2017 Teen Video Challenge is open for summer reading! Details can be found online on the Library of Michigan website<http://www.mi.gov/summerreading>. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> Help us acknowledge and celebrate the great work of Michigan educators! Go to: www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator<http://www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator> today. [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Political literacy for librarians - Third Thursday Twitter Chat
by David Votta 13 Feb '17

13 Feb '17

Join us to chat with John Chrastka, Executive Director, EveryLibrary, about Political literacy for librarians. This "Third Thursday Twitter Chat" will take place on February 16 at 2pm Eastern (1 pm Central) using the hashtag #MCLSchat. New to Twitter chats? Here are some tips for participating<http://www.mcls.org/training-events/twitter-chat-instructions/>. Missed our January chat on "Marketing your library?" We archived it for you!<https://storify.com/mclsorg/marketing-your-library> https://storify.com/mclsorg/marketing-your-library Have ideas for future Twitter chat topics? Send an email to David Votta<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> at vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org>, and let us know! Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org Thank you, David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "If you're not confused, you're not paying attention." -Tom Peters

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Free Toner to Anyone Interested
by Jessica Bostian 13 Feb '17

13 Feb '17

Hello everyone! We have 2 boxes of black TN 210BK toner for the first interested party. We also have 1 box of TN-210c CYAN and 1 box of TN-210y YELLOW available. Please respond to jbostian(a)ruthhughes.org with your library name and zv# if interested. I have attached photos of the toner boxes for clarification. Thank you and have a great day! -- Jessica Bostian Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Avenue Imlay City, MI 48444 810-724-8043

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Museum on Main Street from the Michigan Humanities Council
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 13 Feb '17

13 Feb '17

Museum on Main Street: Water/Ways The Michigan Humanities Council is pleased to announce that the Smithsonian's Water/Ways is coming to Michigan as part of our Museum on Main Street program! The Water/Ways exhibition explores how water connects human beings with our surrounding environment, while shedding light on its environmental, cultural, and historical importance. As "The Great Lakes State," water is an invaluable resource and part of Michigan's identity, and we are looking for six host organizations to partner with in order to feature local stories and connections with water. These host communities will have the chance to engage in conversations with water experts, host the exhibit, create additional programming, and become involved in shaping the dialogue on the future of Michigan's water policies. Please visit our website http://www.michiganhumanities.org/water-ways/ for more information about eligibility, how to apply, and other requirements for applicants. The deadline to submit applications is July 10, 2017. This is a truly exciting opportunity that we wanted to bring to your attention, and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact James Nelson at jnelson(a)mihumanities.org<mailto:jnelson@mihumanities.org>. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. PO Box 30009 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> [cte-horiz-michigan] [cte month resized for signature] <http://www.acteonline.org/ctemonth> Visit www.acteonline.org/ctemonth <http://www.acteonline.org/ctemonth> for more information on Career and Technical Education February is Career and Technical Education Month in Michigan.

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