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Employment Opportunity - Full Time Librarian I - Adult Services Department
by Diane Serresseque 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

July 1, 2015 The Farmington Community Library is seeking a creative, energetic, ambitious and dedicated Full Time Adult Services Librarian. The successful candidate will be service oriented and excited to grow, learn and share knowledge with both peers and patrons. This candidate should have knowledge of best library practices, familiarity of reference materials for adults and students, an awareness of current reading, viewing and listening interests, and possess excellent technology skills. Position Available: Full Time Librarian I Position Adult Services Department Salary: $38,639 - $55,405 Part-time Position 40 hours per week Fringe Benefits: Excellent Deadline for applications is July 12, 2015. Please include your resume, application, (http://farmlib.org/application) and response to the following question: 1. What ideas do you have for services/resources that we could realistically implement, that would make The Farmington Community Library stand out amidst other libraries? Interviews: Interviews will be held on Monday, July 20, 2015 at the Main Library. Please send your resume, application and your response to the question to: Elyse Streit, Library Director Farmington Community Library 32737 West Twelve Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Or Elyse.Streit(a)farmlib.org<mailto:Elyse.Streit@farmlib.org> Employee Classification: Librarian I Job Summary: Under the supervision of Senior Librarians and the Branch Head, Librarians beginning their career focus on the Library's philosophy, policies and procedures as they apply the knowledge gained in library school. New librarians provide public services to children, young adults or adults. Such services include reader's advisory, reference in print and electronic and programming. Continued experience and proven ability provide the opportunity for advancement to Librarian II. Essential Duties/Responsibilities May Include: * Provides quick and accurate reference and reader's advisory services to the public, using both print and electronic resources. * Assists patrons in learning to use the automated circulation system, electronic resources, and the Internet. * Provides Children's and/or Adult programming, under the supervision of the Department Head. Children's staff must become aware of the developmental ages of the child and the activities appropriate for each developmental stage. * Participates in collection development in assigned areas with responsibility for selection, weeding and promoting use of the collection through creation of bibliographies. * Becomes familiar with the Library's Reference Collection and all special collections, thereby serving as a resource for other Information Desk staff. * May receive a secondary assignment to demonstrate employee's understanding and mastery of the Library's approach to a special collection or service. * Serves as the Librarian-In-Charge of the building, when assigned. Must be knowledgeable about and able to make decisions in situations dealing with Library security, emergency procedures and conflict resolution. Minimum Qualifications: * Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association. * Professional certification as a Librarian from the Library of Michigan. * Application of the basic principles, concepts and methodology of professional librarianship in carrying out basic assignments, operations or procedures. * Critical thinking skills, as applied to successfully answering reference inquiries. * Knowledge of literature, current events, and general information found helpful in resolving reference inquiries. * Effective oral and written communication skills. * Professional attitude towards providing public library services to patrons. * Familiarity with current technology, i.e., general computer literacy, knowledge of the Internet and other electronic sources of information. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and supervisors. * Excellent understanding of Library policies, procedures, philosophy and Public Service Values. Physical Activity Requirements: [Degree of physical demands (strength) usually associated with the essential functions of the job] Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. The type of physical demands usually associated with the essential functions of this classification are: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead and horizontally, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing. Equipment Commonly Associated with this Job: Computer equipment plus peripherals, scanner, computer projector, telephone reception system, microform reader printers and office machinery, among others. Promotes to: Librarian II, based upon better than satisfactory performance as a Librarian I. Generally, the mastery of skills required for promotion to Librarian II are achieved within the first three (3) years in the Librarian I classification.

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Registration Open! -- New/Advanced Director Workshops - September 17 & 18
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

Registration is open for both the New and the Advanced Director Workshops in September 2015. Register here: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp The New Director and the Advanced Director Workshops are scheduled for the following days in September: * New Director - Thursday, September 17 * Advanced Director - Friday, September 18 Information is also posted on our site at www.michigan.gov/statewidelibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/statewidelibraryservices> under the Training & Workshops section. Attendance at these workshops is necessary for director certification as part of the qualification criteria for state aid to public libraries. You can find the State Aid to Public Libraries Application Process document here: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/lm_2011_LibraryStateAidProcessFor10-1… Current standards for state aid for public libraries require: Classes 1 - 3: The director shall complete the New Director Workshop within 1 year of initial directorship appointment. Classes 4 - 6: The director shall complete the New Director Workshop within 1 year of initial directorship appointment and complete the Advanced Director Workshop within 2 years of initial appointment. If you have questions about the workshop, please contact us at 517-373-1580. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Library Director position, St. Mary's County (MD) Library!
by Jobeth Bradbury 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

Library Director-St. Mary's County (MD) Library "My place to learn, discover, relax!" Continue to honor St. Mary <http://www.stmalib.org/> 's County Library's commitment to its County residents as its next Library Director. The stellar staff, services, and programs under its retiring Director have made the Library the heart and soul of its communities. The Library Board of Trustees seeks a proactive Director to continue providing cutting edge technology, exploration and experimentation as it builds a replacement for the Leonardtown Library (an $11 million project approved in 2015). The successful candidate will be a community collaborator, a staff advocate, a tireless cheerleader for external partnership development, and an energetic colleague working with a seven-member governing Board of Trustees. St. Mary's County Library serves 110,000 residents with a dedicated staff of 64 (46 FTEs) and a $3.4 million annual operating budget from three distinct and unique libraries throughout the County-Charlotte Hall, Lexington Park, and Leonardtown. St. Mary <http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/> 's County-where the Potomac meets the Chesapeake-is centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic corridor close to Washington, D.C., Annapolis and Baltimore. A beautiful peninsula home to crabbing, fishing, and farming, St. Mary's County is also home to the high-tech Naval Air Station Patuxent River (its largest employer) and has a deep appreciation of its combined focus on its historical foundations and its dynamic outlook. St. Mary's County both honors its maritime heritage and its agricultural heritage while moving forward with its progressive technology-based workforce. Living in St. Mary's County-Maryland's birthplace-provides an unequaled quality of life and varied lifestyles and environments. From its large Amish presence and the many local produce stands to higher education opportunities-St. Mary's College, the College of Southern Maryland, and the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center-St. Mary's County offers something for everyone. Housing stock includes farms, suburban acreage, waterfront living, and urban condos and townhomes. Local public education is excellent and outdoor recreation is virtually unlimited. To learn more about St. Mary's County, the Library, and the area, see St. Mary <http://www.gossagesager.com/Stmaryslinks.htm> 's County Links. Responsibilities. The Library Director directs, coordinates, and manages the activities and operations of the library system, including services, properties, funding, and personnel; builds community partnerships for the entire library system; develops and implements system wide initiatives, including automated services and data bases-all in cooperation with the County government under the general oversight of the supportive Board of Library Trustees. For the complete position description, visit St. Mary <http://www.gossagesager.com/stlibjobdesc.pdf> 's County Library Director Job Description. Qualifications. The position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school; and ten years or more of related experience, at least five of which should be in a supervisory/managerial capacity. Additional qualifications include knowledge of library trends and best practices, strong interpersonal communication skills, excellent customer service skills, and excellent administrative, management, marketing, planning, analytical and creative skills. Desirable skills also include the ability to lead the organization though change and the ability to work collaboratively with Library Trustees, staff, local officials, and community agencies and organizations. Experience working with a new building program and reporting to a governing board are desirable. Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 (dependent upon experience and qualifications), relocation assistance, and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a cover letter that supports your candidacy for the position and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Dan Bradbury <mailto:danbradbury@gossagesager.com> . The position closes August 23, 2015. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates!

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Re: [Michlib-l] big box stores gaming the tax system
by Ellen Moore 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

I'm not sure that this is an issue we can solve as consumers. Corporate entities are only behaving like corporate entities when they seek out lower taxes. Tax tribunals, on the other hand, should be considering how lost revenues will effect the good of the state when they allow corporations huge property tax breaks as if they were closed and pay back tax money to them that has already been spent. The state should be considering the good of populace, and they aren't doing that when they decide not to collect taxes from profitable businesses. So I think it is up to us as citizens, not us as consumers, to try to find the answer to this problem. We need to voice our concern to the politicians that appoint the tribunals and the politicians who create the laws that regulate corporations. And in order to get their attention, we need to broadcast our outrage so that everyone understands what is going on here. Ellen Moore Peter White Public Library Marquette

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Celebrate Patriot Week!
by Christine Hage 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

Please forgive me if I've already posted this. Patriot Week renews America’s spirit by celebrating the First Principles, Founding Fathers and other Patriots, vital documents and speeches, and flags that make America the greatest nation in world history. Many of our current holidays have become overly commercialized or have lost their deeper meaning. We need to invigorate our appreciation and understanding of America’s spirit. The week is anchored by the key dates of September 11 (the anniversary of the terrorists attacks) and September 17 (Constitution Day, the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution). Co-created by Michigan Judge Michael Warren and his then 10-year-old daughter Leah, Patriot Week has captured the imagination and support of citizens across the nation. Libraries can participate by sponsoring book displays, reading lists, reading groups, book discussions, author presentations, panel discussions, and similar activities connected to the themes of Patriot Week. For more information, visit www.PatriotWeek.org <http://www.patriotweek.org/> or contact Patriot Week at cbassett(a)patriotweek.org. Christine Lind Hage, Library Director Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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WGVU FM/NPR: Tuned In to the Library of Michigan Segment: MAP Program Live This Morning
by Jim Flury 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

Good Morning, If you are so inclined, please "tune in" to WGVU FM 88.5/95.3 at 9:00 this morning for its Tuned In to the Library of Michigan segment with Shelley Irwin. I will be the guest, speaking about the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program. http://www.wgvu.org/home/ Thank you for your support 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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Michigan Activity Pass and Independence Day Events
by Brigette M. Felix 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

Celebrate Independence Day with a MAP pass to a park! Here are some MAP destinations with Independence Day events: Baraga State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--344370--evt,00.html Burt Lake State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--344371--evt,00.html Grand Haven State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--352712--evt,00.html Harrisville State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--344513--evt,00.html Hartwick Pines State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--358030--evt,00.html Silver Lake State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--346459--evt,00.html Van Riper State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--347523--evt,00.html Wilson State Park - http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,,7-153--344516--evt,00.html Michigan Activity Pass wishes you all a safe & Happy Independence Day!

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DIRECTOR POSITION -ROSCOMMON AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
by Lisa Sutton 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

DIRECTOR POSITION FOR ROSCOMMON AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY If you looking for a great job in a beautiful new library just minutes from Higgins Lake and Houghton Lake, then this Director job is for you! The Roscommon Area District Library Board is seeking a qualified, innovative, hands-on leader with thorough knowledge of library principles, practices, techniques, materials, and technology. The Roscommon Area District Library is a Class II rural library that includes the main library in Roscommon, as well as the Lyon Township Branch in Higgins Lake. RADL has a friendly, experienced, and dedicated staff of 6 with a budget of $330,000, who provides personalized service to a population of 6,889. The library enjoys strong community support with a new 15-year millage and 136 Friends of the Library! Visit www.roscommonlibrary.org main page for links to more information and application forms. Application forms are due by July 18, 2015. Interviews are July 27 & 28. Call Lisa Sutton with questions at: 989-281-1305 Roscommon Area District Library 106 Lake St., P.O. Box 888 Roscommon, MI 48653

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Re: [Michlib-l] Policy Inquiry
by Marty Ferriby 30 Jun '15

30 Jun '15

Laura -- The Kalamazoo Public Library, the Willard Library in Battle Creek and the Detroit Public Library include this language in their patron behavior policies. I believe that Ann Arbor and Flint and possibly Saginaw do as well. You can find those policies on the respective library web sites. The Hackley Public Library in Muskegon does as well, but we don't have it posted on our web site. Marty Ferriby, Director Hackley Public Library 316 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI 49440 231-722-7276 x223 At 04:45 PM 6/30/2015, Laura Covey wrote: >Content-Language: en-US >Content-Type: multipart/related; > >boundary="_004_BL2PR01MB403348EF1DF05F0DE97531ED9A90BL2PR01MB403prodex_"; > type="multipart/alternative" > >Posting on behalf of an MLA member. Any input appreciated! > >We are trying to establish a policy for handling patrons with bad >body odor. Have you established any guidelines for dealing with >these kinds of situations? > > >Laura Covey >Director of Membership, Communications and Marketing >Michigan Library Association >3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 >Lansing, MI 48911 >517-394-2774 ext. 225 >Fax 517-394-2675 ><mailto:lcovey@milibraries.org>lcovey(a)milibraries.org >www.milibraries.org > ><http://www.milibraries.org/events/mla-2015-annual-conference/> >MLA 2015 logo with dateSMALL > > >Please join us in Novi this October for the ><http://www.milibraries.org/events/mla-2015-annual-conference/>MLA >2015 Annual Conference! > > > > >_______________________________________________ >Michlib-l mailing list >Michlib-l(a)mcls.org >http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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Policy Inquiry
by Laura Covey 30 Jun '15

30 Jun '15

Posting on behalf of an MLA member. Any input appreciated! We are trying to establish a policy for handling patrons with bad body odor. Have you established any guidelines for dealing with these kinds of situations? Laura Covey Director of Membership, Communications and Marketing Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-394-2774 ext. 225 Fax 517-394-2675 lcovey(a)milibraries.org<mailto:lcovey@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> [MLA 2015 logo with dateSMALL]<http://www.milibraries.org/events/mla-2015-annual-conference/> Please join us in Novi this October for the MLA 2015 Annual Conference<http://www.milibraries.org/events/mla-2015-annual-conference/>!

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