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Full-time Employment Opportunity at Novi Public Library - Novi, MI
by Julie Farkas 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

Due to a staff member's relocation out of state, the Novi Public Library has an incredible opportunity available within its Management Team. Come join our organization! *HEAD OF INFORMATION SERVICES* *Full-Time|Exempt* *Reports to: Assistant Director of Public Services * ------------------------------ *Managerial Duties & Responsibilities:* - Manage Library and building operations in the absence of the Director; respond to emergencies and provide support, as needed; act quickly, exercising good judgment. - Maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the Library and its departments; provide day-to-day management of the Library and departments including interacting with the public, supervising, evaluating, training, hiring, scheduling, emergency preparedness, budgeting and recommending department and Library needs. - Work as a member of the Management Team to create, interpret, update and communicate policies and procedures, compatible with the Library’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan; participate in the development of short and long-term goals for the department and the Library. - Serve as a face for the Library; engage in outreach and events in the Novi community; participate in and manage staff on various Library, professional and community projects as assigned. - Ensure building safety, accessibility and security at opening and closing; write detailed, clear and concise incident reports. - Supervise: full, part-time and substitute staff including Librarians, Programming Coordinator, Youth & Teen Services Supervisor, Youth & Teen Programming Assistant, Customer Service Assistant and Technology Assistant. ------------------------------ *Primary Duties & Responsibilities:* - Create and manage the budget for the department, including collections, training, equipment and programming. - Manage and participate in collection development duties: budgeting, selection, ordering, turnaround time, marketing and weeding for the library’s print, digital, and Lakeshore kiosk collections. - Work directly with the Director and Assistant Director of Public Services to investigate and respond to material challenges, utilizing the Library’s Collection Development Policy and Reconsideration Form as guides, to inform the Library Board of Trustees, staff, and community as needed. - Explore and make recommendations for new and improved collections based on trends and community needs; plan for future collections. - Manage and provide reference services, readers’ advisory and computer assistance using a variety of collections, materials and formats. Recognize the essential role of reference services in public librarianship and prioritize staffing of the Information Desks. - Oversee the staff liaison to the Novi Historical Commission; attend meetings as needed, assist with programs and displays; oversee the maintenance of the Local History collection in both print and digital. - Manage programming and outreach opportunities for youth, teens and adults appropriate to the needs of the community; oversee the Teen Space afterschool program. Collaborate with iCube Makerspace Committee to ensure adequate staffing, patron services, policies and procedures, budgeting and equipment for public technological programming. - In cooperation with the Information Technology department, investigate emerging technologies, processes, and new uses for technology for staff and the public. Oversee staff technology training opportunities to ensure all staff have the tools and knowledge to assist library users. - Participate in library committees including: Programming, Customer Service and iCube. ------------------------------ *Other Duties & Responsibilities:* - Stay informed of library news/events via review of all forms of library communication: website, email, social media, library and staff e-newsletters; contribute content as appropriate. - Analyze data to make informed decisions. - Meet with vendors to choose providers for library services and materials. - Communicate effectively with patrons, co-workers and professional colleagues. - Work positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish departmental and Library goals. - Foster and promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and the community. - Adapt and respond to multiple priorities, interruptions and demands; resolve problems in a positive manner. - Seek professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with a commitment to keeping technology and building related needs and services current and appropriate for patrons and staff. - Perform other duties as assigned. ------------------------------ *Job Qualifications & Skills:* - MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited school required. - Three (3) or more years of related public library experience including two (2) years of public library supervisory experience. - Knowledge of adult, teen and youth literature. - Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, Internet browsers and databases and other computer related technologies. - Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. - Dedication to public service and providing excellent customer service. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to organize work, set priorities and manage projects to completion. - Enthusiastic, positive, friendly, self-motivated, creative and approachable. - Strong obligation to confidentiality. - Ability to speak multiple languages is helpful. - May require a valid Michigan driver’s license based on assignment. ------------------------------ *Working Environment:* - May be required to: sit, stand, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel and/or walk for extended periods of time; carry books, boxes of books or objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull wheeled carts with a total weight of up to 500 pounds; operate assigned equipment; pick up litter; spread ice melt; use the telephone, keyboard, computer mouse. - Evening, weekend and some holiday hours are required. *This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent due hardship.* ------------------------------ *Salary: *$57,470 - $83,616 depending on qualifications and experience *Benefits: *This position offers medical, dental and life insurance, as well as a retirement plan and time benefits. The retirement plan is a Defined Contribution plan, with employees contributing 3% and the City of Novi contributing 9%. Time benefits are earned beginning on the date of hire and include personal business time (6 days annually), sick time (1 day per month), vacation time (7 hours per month to start, increasing based on years of service) and paid Holidays. *Hours: *Forty (40) hours per week, including days/evenings and some weekends. *Application Deadline: **Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 5:00pm* *Application Details:* ● Only complete application packets *(including a Cover letter, Resume and Novi Public Library application) *will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. ● NPL applications available at https://novilibrary.applicantpro.com/jobs/ ● Employment offer dependent on results of a physical and background check ● Submit online or send to: *Kristen Sullivan, HR Specialist* Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 ksullivan(a)novilibrary.org "I am emailing at a time convenient to me, please do not feel obliged to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours."

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

Planning Summer Library Programming CSLP's Color Our World(tm) Summer Symposium Thursday, December 5, 2025 11:00 am - 4:30 pm EST Register or sign-up for the recording here: https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium/ Keynote: You Belong in Libraries with Mychal Threets -- Libraries are for everyone. There's something for everyone at all libraries. We all have a library story to tell, we all have a library story that deserves to be told. Amongst negativity, libraries shine bright with positivity. Your library voice is bellowing and that's okay! Mychal's program aims to remind you of your book joy, of your library joy. Be reinvigorated by the power of libraries, they are for everyone. And while he's not a mental health expert, he seeks to remind you that no one is alone in their mental health struggles. Also on the Symposium agenda is Summer Marketing, Creative Programming, Sustainability, and more! Color Our World: Animal Prints and Patterns with the Detroit Zoo<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Wednesday, March 12, 2025 2:00 - 3:00 pm EST Our friends at the Detroit Zoo are back to bring us engaging STEM programming using colorful animal patterns. Spots, stripes, and more! Animal patterns are all around us, so this is a great opportunity to learn how to engage youth in your community with science activities created just for libraries by the Detroit Zoo. CSLP collecting suggestions for the 2028 Slogan/2029 Theme (Yes, I know! Already!!!) Have you ever thought about where summer library themes and slogans come from? Who thinks them up? How we select each year's slogan? Well, the answer is YOU! Each year CSLP seeks feedback from Michigan library staff for future summer slogan and theme suggestions. Libraries from across the nation also contribute, and together, we come to consensus. Now is your time to be heard! Please complete this brief survey https://forms.gle/ertcz2EMkqtvcVC49 to suggest a slogan for the 2028 slogan of Mythical Creatures and a fresh, new theme for 2029. Some tips for developing themes and slogans: --Adaptable for all ages --Translatable into Spanish --Culturally sensitive and thoughtful --Avoid puns and wordplay --Catchy, memorable, concise --Inclusive, accessible, applicable across settings For a list of previous themes and slogans go to: https://www.cslpreads.org/themes-and-slogans/. Please share your suggestions by Sunday, February 2nd, 2025. This program is provided by the Library of Michigan with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Ready to Read Michigan Presents: Engaging Bigs & Littles During Storytime<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, January 23, 2025 1:30 - 3:00 pm EST (90 mins) Looking for new ways to engage families and expand your storytime skills? Join us for this all new 90 minute Ready to Read Michigan webinar! Libraries are community hubs for healthy child and family development. Intentional family engagement begins at birth and Storytime is the place for Youth Librarians to start building strong and lasting relationships with families. Join Narrative Coach, Jen Strauss for this webinar dedicated to family engagement during Storytime, birth to preschool and beyond. This webinar is provided by the Library of Michigan with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Resources Brain-Building Through Play: Activities for Infants, Toddlers, and Children - Center on the Developing Child, Harvard University >From infancy on, play is an important part of a child's life. For babies and toddlers, simple, playful interactions with adults help develop sturdy brain architecture<https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/brain-architecture/>, the foundations of lifelong health<https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/inbrief-the-foundations-of-li…>, and the building blocks of resilience<https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/resilience/>. Through games and playful activities, children can practice and strengthen important executive function<https://developingchild.harvard.edu/guide/a-guide-to-executive-function/> skills that will help them throughout their lives, including learning to focus their attention, strengthening their working memory, and developing basic self-control. The handout series, developed with support from the LEGO Foundation, provides suggestions games and play-based activities based on a child's age. Access the pdfs with activities and games to play with babies, toddlers, and children.<https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/brainbuildingthroughplay/> Recruitment for a Survey on Social Services in Public Libraries Are you a public librarian with responsibilities in administration, adult services, or youth services? You are invited to participate in an online survey aimed at U.S. public librarians. The purpose of the survey is to examine the disposition of public librarians on changes to their professional scope of practice in the face of the expanding trend of placing social workers in public libraries to support community social services information needs, perform outreach, and engage in other activities that have previously fallen to public librarians as part of their job. The research is being conducted by Dr. Melissa Gross and Dr. Don Latham from Florida State University. The survey will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes to complete and can be accessed using this link: fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5onsSsZahhI3zcG<https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5onsSsZahhI3zcG> The survey is voluntary. You have the right to not participate in this study. By beginning the survey, you are consenting to participation. You may stop participating at any point simply by not completing the survey. The survey does not collect identifying information, so survey respondents are anonymous. The survey data will be handled in compliance with standard ethical principles. The study is funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and has been approved by the Florida State University Institutional Review Board. The data will be used to write research papers and make conference presentations. Survey data will be stored in the FSU DigiNole Research Repository after the project ends. The survey will close in February 2025. If you have any questions about this study, now or in the future, please contact: Dr. Melissa Gross School of Information Florida State University 850-644-5775 mgross(a)fsu.edu<mailto:mgross@fsu.edu> You can also contact the Florida State University Human Subjects Office at 850-644-7900 or at humansubjects(a)fsu.edu<mailto:humansubjects@fsu.edu> Mental Health Apps, ChatBots, and Digital Therapy for Kids: What You Need to Know Children & Screens December 11, 2024 Noon EST Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7917315322802/WN_dszSfUZyRIisbLacM… The escalating adolescent mental health crisis has been met with a new array of options for direct youth access to mental health care online via apps, virtual visits with health professionals, and other digital therapies. What do youth think about these resources and how do they engage with them? How can youth, parents, and caregivers identify apps that are effective and appropriate? An expert panel of psychologists, researchers, and behavioral health experts will share the current landscape of online mental health care for youth. Explore how these resources are being accessed by diverse youth from both privileged and underserved communities, how they reflect traditional models, what new possibilities are emerging, and the benefits and potential risks for youth seeking support online. Grant Supports School Gaming Days The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) in California was the recipient of the 2024 Game On! Grant<https://www.ala.org/news/2024/08/gamerts-2024-game-grant-awarded-los-angele…>. Administered by ALA's Games & Gaming Round Table (GameRT), the Game On! grant program provides libraries with funds to develop gaming programs or collections for their community. According to their grant proposal, LAUSD plans to provide exciting gaming days throughout the school year in collaboration with their teaching departments at El Sereno Middle School. Each event will be sponsored by a different department with a game that ties to their content area and will take place over the course of a week. LeeAnn McNabb, chair of the 2024 Game On! Grant Jury said, "The Game On! Grant committee was very excited to be able to award our first $1,000 level grant this year! We chose the Los Angeles Unified School District's grant proposal for El Sereno Middle School because of its unique use of games to teach core curriculum in collaboration with their school librarian. We hope the school library and the teaching departments are successful with their programs!" Are you interested in upping the stakes in games and gaming in your library and community? Find out more about the Games and Gaming Round Table<https://www.ala.org/gamert> and the Game on! Grant on ALA's website<https://games.ala.org/game-on-grant/>. In the News... November Nomination Results: Forty five potential Mock Newbery titles<https://heavymedal.slj.com/2024/11/11/november-nomination-results-forty-fiv…> - SLJ, 11/11/24 The Quality Question: Why Children's Media Must Aim High<https://www.childrenandscreens.org/newsroom/news/the-quality-question-why-c…> - Children and Screens, 11/2024 In gratitude of your work, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. "The thing I remember best about successful people I've met all through the years is their obvious delight in what they're doing ... and it seems to have very little to do with worldly success. They just love what they're doing, and they love it in front of others." ~ Fred Rogers

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Manager Job Posting: Collection Services
by Breed, Liz 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

Good Morning! Jackson District Library has an opening for a Collection Services Manager due to a retirement. This is an especially exciting time to work at JDL as our millage recently passed and will provide funding for the next eight years. This position is a robust position with a lot of potential for development and growth. Under the direction of the Library Director, the Collection Services Manager oversees the operations of JDL's Collection Services Department and provides leadership and supervisory support to its staff. Responsibilities include managing a large department that coordinates selection, acquisition, cataloging, processing, interlibrary loan, and delivery for our thirteen branches and bookmobile. Full details can be found on our website... Collection Services Manager<https://secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6140061.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=…>. Many thanks! Liz Liz Breed Director Jackson District Library 244 W Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI 49201 breedl(a)myjdl.com<mailto:breedl@myjdl.com> O: 517-905-1309 | C: 586-567-2631 [Email Logo]

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Picture Book Neighborhoods
by Jocelyn Levin 24 Nov '24

24 Nov '24

Hi Michigan Librarians, Does your library organize your picture book collection by category or "neighborhood"? If so, would you be willing to share what your categories are as well as what, if any, subcategories you use to organize your collection? I'd love the definitions of your categories too, if you have that in an easy to share format (even just a photo of your signage). Thanks so much for taking the time to help! Jocelyn Jocelyn Levin, MLIS Youth Services Librarian jlevin(a)ltpl.org **Please note new email address** *My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See **www.mypronouns.org* <http://www.mypronouns.org/>* to learn more.* Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178 248.437.8800 www.LTPL.org

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Free: Adult Books on CD
by Anna Fast 23 Nov '24

23 Nov '24

Hello, I have a few Adult Books on CD that have recently been withdrawn from out collection. If you would like them, please let me know which you would like and let me know your Rides number. Photos below.

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Adult Books on CD
by Anna Fast 23 Nov '24

23 Nov '24

Hello, I have a few Adult Books on CD that I've weeded. I have attached the pictures of the items. If anyone is interested please tell me the titles you want and your Rides code.

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The Mystery of MARC Fixed Fields Solved from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 22 Nov '24

22 Nov '24

There is still time to register for the following workshop from MCLS! The Mystery of MARC Fixed Fields Solved<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/664ba17af02febfcf6d03f70> 2-day class, December 4-5, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 4 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Bright Star Theatre: opportunity for booking discount
by Erin Marsh 22 Nov '24

22 Nov '24

Hello Listserv, I am booking the Bright Star Theatre to perform Bluegrass and Tall Tales at my library (Plainwell) on July 1. The director has shared an opportunity to reduce the cost by booking more shows in the area. This is what he sent me: Library pricing is $595 for the first show of the day; any additional same day shows in the same system is $350 each. There is a one time travel fee of $125 for venues more than 450 miles from Raleigh, NC. If another library system is interested in any of the three shows on this tour for that week or day--we can split the travel fee and provide a $100 discount to each system. We'll work with you on the discount if it's anywhere in the state. The three shows are below, as is the link to their website: https://www.brightstartheatre.com/ [cid:image003.png@01DB3CD9.40FACE30] If you decide to book them as well, please let me know! Thanks, Erin Marsh Assistant Director/Head of Youth Services Ransom District Library 180 S. Sherwood Ave. Plainwell, MI 49080 (269) 685-8024 www.ransomlibrary.org -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Chamber of Commerce Partnership Responses Compilation
by Director 21 Nov '24

21 Nov '24

Good afternoon everyone, Last week I asked about Chamber of Commerce partnership ideas and received really great responses! I'd like to share these with the rest of the group in case it might benefit others as well. Thank you to all who responded! Best, Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *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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New DoL Overtime Rule and new Salary Basis Overturned by U.S. Federal District Court in Texas.
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 21 Nov '24

21 Nov '24

Hello! Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturns Department of Labor Overtime Rule and the increased salary level for "exempt" qualification. Texas v. U.S. Department of Labor, 24cv00499, U.S.Dist.E.D.Tx, 11/15/2024, halted the further implementation or enforcement of the rule, including the increases implemented in July 2024. Although the decision is a Texas Federal Court, the decision affects the implementation/enforcement of the rule in all 50 states. The DoJ may appeal, but current thinking is that they are unlikely to, given the new administration taking office in January. This opinion's analysis used the recent Supreme Court decision which overturned the longstanding Chevron Doctrine, and changing how courts may interpret federal agency actions and interpretations. The Texas decision means that the Salary Basis test for purposes of determining Exempt or Non-Exempt status will revery back to $684 per week ($35,568 per year). If your library has already made changes to policy and/or salary structure in preparation for the new rule, please contact your attorney to determine how this change affects your plans. As always, questions on overtime status and policy should be addressed with your library's lawyer. If anyone is interested in a copy of the opinion, I have a copy I am willing to share. Just e-mail me! Here are some links to informational articles on this opinion National Law Journal - https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/it-s-deja-vu-all-over-again-federal-14682… ADP - https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2024/11/federal-court-strikes-down-us-do… Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [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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