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Juvenile or Young Adult?
by Leopold Freedman 04 Mar '15

04 Mar '15

Looking for guidelines on making the distinction between Juvenile Lit and Young Adult. Lee Freedman lfreedman(a)lssu.ed

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Adult Services Librarian - Job Description Class 3 & 4
by Lindsey Dorfman 04 Mar '15

04 Mar '15

Hello, We are in the process of updating our job descriptions. If you are a class 3 or a class 4 library can you please send me the job description for your Adult Services Librarian. Thanks! Lindsey Dorfman, MLIS. Library Director Allegan Library District 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org <http://www.alleganlibrary.org> facebook <https://www.facebook.com/pages/Allegan-District-Library/75692355114> | twitter <https://twitter.com/adllisten>

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Library meeting space
by barringer＠blissfieldlibrary.org 04 Mar '15

04 Mar '15

Up to now, we have restricted rentals of our library meeting room to non-profit purposes (bridal showers, birthday parties, etc.). We are considering opening it up to include business use that does not immediately produce profit (training, board and committee meetings, depositions, public workshops that charge no admission-also we are thinking of allowing admission charges with an increased rental fee). We'd like to prohibit someone from setting up a storefront in the library or from manufacturing something (like a movie) in the library that would be sold at a later date. Recording a deposition or meeting or designing a prototype would be okay in this scenario. If your meeting space policy allows anything beyond non-profit use, can you send me your policy? Thanks, Bob Barringer

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Online Registration Systems
by Andy Schuck 03 Mar '15

03 Mar '15

Hello, Just writing to update you on our search for a new online program registration system. It seems that the only system other libraries in Michigan have used is Evanced (http://evancedsolutions.com/products/#EC ). 3 libraries said that they really liked it and 1 was not impressed, though that was 3 years ago. We've scheduled a webinar with Evanced to go over their Spaces system, which may also help us with booking meeting rooms (there never seem to be enough here). I had thought about sending a query to Publib but have run out of time. If we're not satisfied with what we see, I may extend the net, so to speak. Thanks to everyone who responded! Andy Schuck Head of Youth Services William P. Faust Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185 734-326-6123, ext. 2844 www.westlandlibrary.org Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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KDL Employment Opportunity: Youth Paraprofessional - Nelson Sand Lake
by Megan Bravo 03 Mar '15

03 Mar '15

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer POSITION TITLE: Youth Paraprofessional (union) APPLICATION PERIOD: LOCATION: Nelson Sand Lake Branch Beginning: March 3, 2015 RATE: $ 15.93/hr. - 20 hrs/wk Closing Date: March 17, 2015 DUTIES: Provides reference and information services to Library patrons. Assists patrons in their search for library materials. Provides reader's advisory and reference interview services as needed. Maintains the collection including shifting of books, discarding of materials, requesting of replacement materials, evaluating donated materials and displaying of new or seasonal materials. Participates in the selection and ordering of materials for inclusion in the library's collection. Instructs and assists Library staff and patrons in basic technical support maintenance and troubleshooting in the use of various library equipment. Assists in the planning, organizing and implementing of Library programs and special projects that meet the youth population needs, including underserved communities. Provides programs for library youth patrons. Provides training and guidance to clerical staff and volunteers. May provide assistance in initiating and maintaining community contacts. Participates in the formation, development, and implementation of goals and action plans. Pursues professional development by serving on KDL committees, and attending meetings, workshops, and conferences. Participates in professional organizations. Provides circulation services, as operations require. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Bachelor's degree and successful experience working with children and young adults. Ability to travel between work locations and related places of business as needed. Considerable knowledge of available circulating materials and basic reference sources. Working knowledge of public library computer hardware and software operations. Ability to work under general supervision with latitude in exercising independent judgment and discretion. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact with various library personnel and patrons. Analytical ability to maintain accurate statistics. Visual acuity and physical skills necessary to retrieve library materials from shelves and storage areas, maintain library materials and operate equipment. Physical ability to push/pull fully loaded book carts and lift/carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Hearing ability to answer telephone and patron inquiries. Ability to operate a variety of library equipment including a computer, fax and copy machine. DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Course work in Library Science, one year of professional library work, and knowledge of children's materials and programming is preferred. Bilingual, English/Spanish desirable. HOURS AND LOCATION: KDL provides library services to our local communities seven days per week. All positions will require some evening and weekend hours, including Sundays. While this position is currently assigned at the above location, KDL reserves the right to require all employees to be available for assignments at any KDL location. All applications for employment must be made on the Kent District Library<http://tbe.taleo.net/CH09/ats/careers/jobSearch.jsp?org=KDL&cws=1> electronic application form and completed in full. Resumes will not be accepted or evaluated in lieu of application. All applicants must meet the minimum and special eligibility requirements, as listed on this job announcement, for the vacancy and file a timely application in order to be considered. Separate application forms must be submitted for each position for which an applicant wishes to apply. Megan Bravo Human Resources Representative Kent District Library 814 West River Center NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 616.784.2016 ext. 2222 Fax 616.647.3818 mbravo(a)kdl.org<mailto:mbravo@kdl.org>

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Come Sail Away with the Michigan Activity Pass!
by Jim Flury 03 Mar '15

03 Mar '15

Who among us is old enough to remember when this song was released? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Come_Sail_Away I don't know about the rest of you, but I did the speakers in my $500.00 hooptie a great disservice when this song was released. Good news! You don't have to blow out your car speakers to enjoy a cruise, thanks to the Michigan Activity Pass program. This on account a venue that is brand new to MAP, ie we've never had them "on board" in the nearly eight years old MAP and now new MAP have been in existence, will be joining the program. On May 24 BaySail Appledore Tall Ships http://www.baysailbaycity.org/public/baycity.htm will sail away with the MAP program. We look forward to having them as our partner. And if you are in need of someone to go to Key West to check out their operation there, I will make the supreme sacrifice and volunteer myself for that duty :) Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. I can really feel the MAP momentum building now! 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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Beginning Workshop Registration Now Open
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Mar '15

03 Mar '15

Registration for the 2014 Beginning Workshop is now open at http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp. The Library of Michigan's Beginning Workshop is a 3-day event geared for library staff members that have not had the opportunity for formal library coursework. Its aim is to introduce library staff to a variety of topics and offer them practical skills that they can use working in a Michigan public library. Anyone new to the profession or just hired at a library, no matter what their academic credentials, is welcome to attend the event. For those seeking an initial Level 3 or Level 4 certificate from the Library of Michigan attendance at the entire Beginning Workshop is obligatory. For more information on Library of Michigan's certification program visit the Library Certification<http://www.michigan.gov/librarycertification> page. (Other workshops that may be needed for State Aid disbursements are the New Directors' and the Advanced Directors' workshops scheduled each fall.) Register: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp Date: May 13-15, 2014 Location: Shanty Creek Resorts, Bellaire, MI Deadline: April 12 Registered attendees can pick up their packets from 6-8pm on Monday, May 12 in the lobby. You can also pick up packets on Tuesday, May 13 at 8:00am during breakfast. The event concludes at 3:00 on Thursday, May 15. Please view the 2014 Attendee Information Packet <http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2014_BW_Attendee_Inf…> for details on the event, lodging and a brief agenda. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator 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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Part -Time Youth Position Opening
by BEL Deb Jones 03 Mar '15

03 Mar '15

Hello All - please see attached part-time youth position posting. Thank you. Deb. Deborah L. Jones, Director beldrj(a)llcoop.org Alvah N. Belding Memorial Library 302 E Main Street Belding MI 48809 P 616.7941450 F 616.794.3510 belding.michlibrary.org Imagine the Possibilities @ Your Library! A truly great library contains something in it to offend everyone. Jo Goodwin This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Fwd: [aaslforum] Tweet for School Libraries TODAY!
by Lester, Kathy 02 Mar '15

02 Mar '15

See forwarded message --- ------------------------------ *From: *"Jenna Nemec-Loise" <alsc.jenna(a)hotmail.com> *To: *"ALSC-L Listserv" <alsc-l(a)lists.ala.org>, "YALSA Listserv" < ya-yaac(a)lists.ala.org>, aaslforum(a)lists.ala.org, alscpubsch(a)lists.ala.org *Sent: *Monday, March 2, 2015 2:18:58 PM *Subject: *[aaslforum] Tweet for School Libraries TODAY! Do you have a Twitter account and the strong belief that state-certified school librarians contribute to students' success both in school and in life? *Take action TODAY to ensure the inclusion of school library funding in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)!* Please tweet the following message to Senator Patty Murray and encourage everyone you know to do the same: *@PattyMurray <https://twitter.com/PattyMurray> Libraries help students prepare for successful futures. #InvestInKids <https://twitter.com/search?q=%23InvestInKids> and support funding for #SchoolLibraries <https://twitter.com/search?q=%23SchoolLibraries> under #ESEA <https://twitter.com/search?q=%23ESEA>* Please join in this critical advocacy push to guarantee school libraries are included in this key legislation. Every tweet makes a difference! ------------------------------ *Jenna Nemec-Loise, MLIS* Relationship architect. Community builder. Teen advocate. Early childhood specialist. alsc.jenna(a)hotmail.com <http://hotmail.com/> | 847.917.3402 *Candidate, Division Councilor, 2015 ALSC Election* *Adjunct Faculty, Dominican University GSLIS, Spring 2015* *Member Content Editor, ALSC Everyday Advocacy** Website & Electronic Newsletter* *Advocacy Columnist, Children and Libraries* *Chairperson, 2014-15 AASL/ALSC/YALSA Interdivisional Committee on School-Public Library Cooperation* *Member, 2014-16 ALA Committee on Legislation* *Member, 2014-16 PLA/ALSC Every Child Ready to Read Oversight Committee* *Member, 2014-15 ALA Advocacy Coordinating Group*

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Job Posting
by Gina Horn 02 Mar '15

02 Mar '15

AVAILABLE POSITION: Public Services Librarian WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, 40 hours per week, including some evening and weekend hours. Salary: Starting at $40,000/year. Benefits include healthcare, vacation and sick time. JOB SUMMARY: The Head of Public Services has responsibility for supervising and training the Public Services staff, including Youth Services and coordinates the publicity and programming functions of the Branch District Library. The Head of Public Services also acts as a branch manager for the Coldwater Main Branch. This is a full-time, salaried position scheduled for 40 hours per week. The work schedule may include some nights and weekends. REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree from an ALA accredited college or university in Library and Information Science or equivalent. Experience working in a library setting. Experience managing and supervising staff. Commitment to customer service excellence. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Expertise with computer technology and an understanding of its potential in providing high quality library services. Ability to organize multiple assignments and work independently. Demonstrated initiative and creative approach to attaining departmental goals. Knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of library service for patrons of all ages. Additionally, to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual may be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, walking, and/or standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience managing and supervising staff in a library setting. Minimum of 5 years library experience. APPLY: Submit application available at http://www.branchdistrictlibrary.org/employment and send resume with cover letter and contact information for three references to: Gina Horn, Administrative Assistant at HornG(a)BranchDistrictLibrary.org. DEADLINE: Application will be accepted through 5:00 pm on Wednesday, March 11, 2015, though the position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found. PLEASE NOTE: All candidates will be notified of our decision by mail or phone within 3-4 weeks after the deadline date. We ask that no inquiries be made about the status of your application during this period. The Branch District Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All personnel decisions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, or veteran status. Evette Atkin, Library Director, Branch District Library, 10 E. Chicago Street, Coldwater, MI 49036, 517.278.2341 x16, AtkinEve(a)BranchDistrictLibrary.org.

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