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Use the hashtag #MCLSchat
by Maren Kroening 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

Use the hashtag #MCLSchat this Thursday, August 18 at 2pm Eastern to talk about ways to keep the candle burning.

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Part-Time Building Monitor Position Available
by Kelly Bennett 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

8/15/2016 The Ferndale Area District Library is an EEO Employer. Ferndale Area District Library 222 East Nine Mile Road Ferndale, MI 48220 POSITION: BUILDING MONITOR QUALIFICATIONS: • Excellent public service attitude, conflict resolution skills and ability to defuse tense situations • Knowledge of security principles and practices • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent • Minimum of one year training/experience in security procedures • Ability to work under stressful conditions and exercise good judgment • Works well with a diverse public including children and teenagers • Stays calm in difficult situations, following established procedures and guidelines • Communicates effectively with staff and public, both verbally and in writing • Ability to physically perform the duties of the position including walking stairways, long distances, and standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 40 lbs TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provides security/safety for staff, patrons, building and grounds. • Patrols library building and grounds. • Responds to emergencies and maintenance issues and provides support as needed. • Explains to public and enforces library Patron Behavior Policy and other policies. • Works with local police department when warranted. • Writes incident reports for qualifying incidents. • Makes recommendations to management regarding safety/security procedures, policies, equipment and needs. • Performs other duties as required or requested. This is an at-will position that reports to the Library Director. HOURS: Part-time, approximately 15-25 hours per week, evenings and weekends required. STARTING PAY: $10.00 per hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled. Resume, Cover Letter and Three Professional References to: Darlene Hellenberg, Interim Director Ferndale Area District Library 222 E. Nine Mile Rd. Ferndale, MI 48220 darlene(a)ferndalepubliclibrary.org The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements. The Ferndale Area District Library reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

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Temp P/T Circulation Position Available
by Kelly Bennett 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

The Ferndale Area District Library seeks a qualified candidate for a Temporary Part-Time Circulation Specialist position Position Title: Temporary Part-Time Circulation Specialist Hours per week: 20, primarily evenings and weekends Position guaranteed hours through December 31, 2016 Pay rate: $12.00 per hour Application Deadline: Until Filled The Ferndale Library seeks a part-time employee to join our library family! Fast-paced customer-service oriented environment brings you in contact with a diverse blend of people. See what people are reading, watching and listening to! This position will be guaranteed 20 hours a week through December 31, 2016. Depending on staffing needs in 2017, the position may become permanent Please send your resume and cover letter to: kelly(a)ferndalepubliclibrary.org with the subject: Circulation Position -Your Last Name We will not be accepting paper applications, please use the address above to apply. Job Responsibilities include: • Checking in/out of library materials • Answering patron queries in person and via telephone, including placing holds and renewing items • Performance of tasks that require some judgement in their performance • Assisting patrons in operating machines such as photocopiers, fax, scanners and computers • Aiding patrons in the retrieval of holds • Issuing library cards; Responsible for accuracy in library patron records; maintaining strict confidentiality of operations and records as dictated by the Library Privacy Act • Provides friendly and helpful public service to Library patrons of all ages • Off desk duties may include cash handling and processing of library materials selected by other staff members • Other duties of comparable level of difficulty and responsibility as required Desired Qualities include: • Thorough knowledge of principles, methods, practices and procedures of professional library work, with a special emphasis on knowledge of circulation services • Enthusiasm and commitment to public service excellence • Strong attention to detail • Ability to remain calm in a high traffic, fast-paced environment • Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships with library patrons and deal tactfully with the public; ability to speak and write effectively; cooperate effectively with co-workers • Be self-motivated and able to exercise initiative and independent judgment; possess appropriate computer skills Preferred Skills include: • Experience with SirsiDynix Workflows a plus • Experience working in a Library Network library a plus Education and Experience Requirements: • High School diploma plus six months of related experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills & abilities; some college preferred. • Progressively responsible experience working with library circulation systems and cash registers Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Most job tasks require reading a diverse amount of printed and computer material.

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Please post this job
by Atkins-Eddins,Angela 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

Angela Atkins Human Resources Assistant Capital Area District Libraries 517-367-6338 (phone) 517-374-1068 (fax)

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Substitute Librarian Posting
by Amy Rosen 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

The White Lake Township Library is looking for a substitute Reference Librarian. Occasional hours, including evenings and Saturdays (scheduled in advance when possible). Requirements: ALA Accredited Degree or MLIS Student with significant progress in MLIS program. Public Library experience preferred. Please see attached job description for more information. Please email cover letter resume and completed White Lake Township Library application form (found at http://whitelakelibrary.org/hours.asp) to arosen(a)whitelakelibrary.org or mail to below address. -- Amy Rosen Head of Adult Services White Lake Township Library 7527 E Highland Road White Lake MI 48383 248-698-4942 ext 100 whitelakelibrary.org

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shelving gone!
by Lise Mitchell 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

Well, life is good and my shelving will soon have a new home! thanks, lise -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3550 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax

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shelving pics
by Lise Mitchell 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

Hi, Realized I should have converted my pictures to a pdf so that they would make it through the list. Hope this works. Hoping more this will tempt you into making a trip to Grand Ledge! A lovely place to visit even when we aren't having a parade. thanks, lise -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3550 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax

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shelving needs a good home
by Lise Mitchell 16 Aug '16

16 Aug '16

Hi, We are doing some renovating and I have row of 11 low shelves that need a good home. The shelves can either be regular shelves or also come with angled shelves for magazine display. Dimensions: 16" deep by 38.5" high x 36" long There are 11 sections of shelving. Everything is disassembled and ready to go. Just need to stop by and pick them up. Flexible schedule. Easy terms (free!) Just what you never knew you needed! Call if you have questions. thanks, lise -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3550 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax

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Michigan Department of Education Survey on ESSA Implementation--Need your input
by Lester, Kathy 15 Aug '16

15 Aug '16

The Michigan Department of Education Survey on ESSA Implementation is hugely important to School Libraries and Librarians. ALA & AASL worked to get school library provisions into the Every Student Succeeds Act; however, each state has flexibility on their own implementation plan. MAME has a Task Force working to have MDE include effective library programs into their 2017 ESSA Plan; but we need your help. [*Thank you if you have already responded to this survey.]* *Please respond to MDE's online survey found **HERE.* <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NaZzLFaDeHfDDAVBO67kOuGd9pNB5HqmKaRquUTW1-vi…> The survey must be completed and submitted by *Tuesday, August 16*. Please take a few minutes to complete and submit this online document. To make it easier to accomplish, we offer a few tips: *There is a separate section of the survey for each Action Team currently seeking input. At a minimum, please respond to those sections (see bullet points below) for which there is a connection to school librarians and/or effective school library programs and when finished, select "I'm Done." **Responses to each aspect of the survey are not required.**]* - *Please respond to at least one question in these sections of the survey * - *Additional Indicator of School Quality and Transparency Dashboard* - Include indication of effective school library program by including indicators such as ratio of school library media specialists to students and/or a school's SL21 status (http://www.michigan. gov/sl21) <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NaZzLFaDeHfDDAVBO67kOuGd9pNB5HqmKaRquUTW1-vi…> - *Supports* - *Respond under "Other" for supports at district level:* - Provide professional development and training for district and building administrators on the critical role of school library media specialists and evidence-based practices for effective school library programs, as defined by MDE School Libraries (SL21) Benchmarks to maximize student achievment. (http://www.michigan.gov/sl21) <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NaZzLFaDeHfDDAVBO67kOuGd9pNB5HqmKaRquUTW1-vi…> - *Respond under "Other" for supports at school level:* - In order to receive a well-rounded education, all students need equal access to effective school library programs staffed by certified school library media specialists. Certified school library media specialists: - Increase reading achievement - Are leaders in technology integration, and - Are critical in preparing students for college and career (they teach digital citizenship skills, information literacy, and research skills) - *Teacher and Leader Quality* - The MDE should specifically include school librarians as part of any effort related to teacher quality to help ensure activities include all individuals that provide instruction to students. - * Using Data to Inform Instruction* - Effective school library programs use data to inform instruction and should be specifically included as part of any MDE efforts in this area. Please use the language found at the following link to assist you in personalizing or strengthening your survey responses: - *MAME/ALA/AASL talking points:* http://bit.ly/MDEsurveyALA <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NaZzLFaDeHfDDAVBO67kOuGd9pNB5HqmKaRquUTW1-vi…> The link to the online survey is *HERE. <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NaZzLFaDeHfDDAVBO67kOuGd9pNB5HqmKaRquUTW1-vi…>* Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you, Kathy Lester -- Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA MAME Advocacy Chair, Past-President 2014 School Library Media Specialist / Technology Coach East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* kathyL(a)mimame.org

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Job Posting: Children's Programmer - Allegan, MI
by Devin Erlandson 15 Aug '16

15 Aug '16

The Allegan District Library is looking for an outgoing, creative person committed to bringing exciting opportunities for learning, growth and fun to children in our community. The successful candidate will: - Enthusiastically participate in library and community collaborations for the enrichment of our youngest users; - Foster the wonder of children through enlightened interaction, structured play and engaging programs; - Seek out opportunities for outreach and partnership with schools and other community institutions. - Create and actively promote early literacy initiatives within the library and the community at large. This position is scheduled for 27 hours per week. The complete job description and requirements can be found on our website: http://alleganlibrary.org/children-programmer-position-open/ --- Devin Erlandson, MLIS Information Coordinator Allegan District Library 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org

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