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Circulation Clerk (part-time) at the West Bloomfield Twp. Library
by Michael Bruno 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

The West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library has an opening for a part-time (20 hours per week) circulation clerk. The job description, job posting, online application form and other details can be found at: http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org/aboutus/employment.php Submit cover letter, resume, completed application form and three professional work-related references to: Human Resources West Bloomfield Twp. Library 4600 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI. 48323 Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2015 Mike Bruno Westacres Branch Manager West Bloomfield Township Public Library 4600 Walnut Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 248-682-2120 http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This message is intended only for the individuals to whom it is addressed. Please note that it is strictly prohibited to disseminate, distribute or copy this information without expressed written permission. West Bloomfield Township Public Library does not guarantee that the integrity of this communication has been maintained or that this communication is free of viruses, interceptions, or interference.

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MAP Update: 95% And Much More
by Jim Flury 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

All, I am very glad to share with you the news that as of today, MAP checkouts for this year are now at 95% of last year's total. Great work, and I hope to be able to report when we all return to our places (with bright smiling faces, of course) on January 5 that we have reached or exceeded 100% of last year's total MAP checkouts, a bit more than seven months into the program. Let's make it happen! We are still working on the proposed MAP expansion that we've noted, that would take MAP to the next level for 2015. As proposed this would increase the number of participating MAP venues from the current 100+, to over 300. Big, big stuff. Also, we are working closely with the director of one venue, and the marketing manager of another venue, both of which will be opening in 2015, to get them into MAP. We've had multiple, positive conversations with the two, and I can tell you that both will be extremely popular destinations with families. We will continue to do our best to get both of these venues into the MAP program in 2015. Finally, we are pleased to be able to announce the addition of an enhancement to the MAP software, beginning with MAP Year 3 in May, 2015 that has not been available previously. This will not be a publicly visible enhancement, but librarians have been asking for this upgrade since the beginning of statewide MAP. Up until now we have been able to report the total number of checkouts, the percentages compared to the previous year (as per the subject line of this message), etc. But we've either not been able to report individual library checkouts for MAP or, as we've done for some TLN libraries, we've only been able to obtain and report checkouts by going through a very arduous process in order to obtain said stats. We are thus very happy to be able to report that beginning with MAP Year 3, we will be able to report individual library checkout stats for MAP! I don't yet know what format these reports will take, ie we may report same through cooperative directors, quarterly, or via some other method. Tbd, as they say. Thank you for your promotion and support of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Happy holidays to you and yours. 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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Start off 2015 with a self-paced CE course on WebJunction
by White, Shannon (MDE) 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Did you know that WebJunction has free self-paced courses to help library staff here in Michigan learn new skills or brush up on old ones? The Library of Michigan subscribes to WebJunction on behalf of all library staff making it possible to take part in the course offerings when it is convenient for you. A variety of library-related topics are available through WebJunction and users can get a "certificate of completion" once a course is finished. Users need to create an account but there is no charge to participate. To find out more about the self-paced courses, please visit WebJunction at www.webjunction.org<http://www.webjunction.org> and choose FIND TRAINING in the top menu. Current Self-Paced Courses in WebJunction Customer Service * Dealing with Angry Patrons * Extreme Customer Service, Every Time Library Management * Directors ASK! * Master of Disaster: Developing a Disaster Plan * Providing Constructive Employee Feedback Library Services * Basic Web-based Reference * Readers' Advisory Services Developing Motivating Messages * Keep It Simple: Developing a Marketing Plan for Your Library * Developing Motivating Messages * Merchandising That Works Personal/Interpersonal * Coping with Change * Having fun at work again Social Media * Building a Positive Social Media Presence Technical Services * Introduction to Cataloging for Non-Catalogers * Shelving with Dewey * Shelving with Library of Congress Classification (LCC) * Shelving with National Library of Medicine (NLM) * Weeding the Library Collection Technology * eReader Detective: Solving the case for your library patrons Training & Development * You Can Do It: A Recipe for Designing Web-based Instruction Youth Services * Accompanying the Young Reader: Helping the Reader Choose Appropriate Books * Encouraging Early Literacy * Planning Story Times for Children * There will always be storytellers * Where Teens and Technology Meet ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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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best place to buy cd ring binders for circulation
by Howe Memorial 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Hello All; Can anyone recommend a place to purchase cd ring binders? Our boxes are falling apart. thanks Sandy Johnson Howe Memorial Library 128 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge, Mi. 48615 989-842-3202

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Head of Public Services and Branch Manager Position Openings - DEADLINE EXTENDED!
by Evette Atkin 23 Dec '14

23 Dec '14

Branch District Library currently has two open positions. Please see https://www.branchdistrictlibrary.org/employment for more information! Evette M. Atkin Director Branch District Library 10 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 atkineve(a)branchdistrictlibrary.org www.branchdistrictlibrary.org

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Interim Director Posting-MMLL Coop
by lisa leedy 23 Dec '14

23 Dec '14

Greetings! I am the Board President of the Mid-Michigan Library League. We are posting the attached position for Interim Director and were hoping you would be kind enough to post on your listserv. Thank you and Merry Christmas! Lisa Leedy231.632.5752

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Job posting
by Megan Bravo 23 Dec '14

23 Dec '14

Hello, This is my first time posting to this website, I have provided all the details below. Please let me know if I am missing any details. We would only like this posting available until January 12, 2015. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer POSITION TITLE: ILS Specialist (union) APPLICATION PERIOD: LOCATION: Service Center Beginning: December 22, 2014 RATE: $45,448-$55,494 Full-time, 40 hrs/wk Closing Date: January 12, 2015 DUTIES: Investigates and recommends ILS technologies utilized by staff providing patron services. Determines and establishes protocols for the set up and modification of the ILS software. Maintains the ILS software through creation of login accounts, database codes, tables and indexes. Creates both standard and unique statistical reports, performing analysis of patron usage, customer needs, material needs and acquisitions. Provides ILS training and guidance to library staff. Creates new training references and materials for end users in support of the ILS. Represents the organization's interest in ILS user groups, participating in meetings and facilitation upgrades or enhancements as needed. Collaborates with the Webmaster to ensure consistency of patron experiences and services throughout the KDL website. Collaborates with the Business Office to integrate ILS debt-collection services. Maintains the completeness and accuracy of the bibliographic and patron databases on the ILS. Coordinates the integration and maintenance of KDL's data in the MelCat library system. Maintains awareness of library trends through regular professional development and networking at the organizational, local and state level. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university. Library of Michigan Professional Certificate. Ability to travel between work locations and related places of businesses as needed. Working knowledge of public library operations, computer hardware and software applications. Ability to work under general supervision with latitude in exercising independent judgment and discretion. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to plan and coordinate programs and activities, interact with various library staff and patrons. Analytical ability to interpret community interests and needs and identifies opportunities for improvement. 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. Computer skills necessary to effectively access information on the computer. Ability to operate a variety of library equipment including a computer, fax and copy machine. DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: One to two years of professional librarian work experience. One to two years of ILS administrative related experience preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. HOURS AND LOCATION: KDL provides library services to our local communities seven days per week. All positions may require some evening and weekend hours, including Sundays. While this position is currently assigned to the above location, KDL reserves the right to require all employees to be available for assignments at any KDL location. All applicants 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. Thank you, 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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Deadline Jan 15 -- FOML Outstanding Michigan Friends of the Library Award
by White, Shannon (MDE) 23 Dec '14

23 Dec '14

2014 Outstanding Michigan Friends of the Library Award from Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) Did your Friends of the Library carry out an outstanding project or a number of successful activities in your community during 2014 that had a significant impact on your library’s services to the community? The award will be given to a Michigan Friends group for a specific project carried out in 2014 or based on the full scope of the group’s activities during 2014. Applications will be judged by the FOML Membership & Marketing Committee on the following criteria: 1. Planning: Involvement of the Friends, library, and community in the use of resources, an innovative and appropriate activity, and measurable outcomes (e.g., attendance at event, increase in patron use of the library, etc.). 2. Implementation: Public relations, broad membership involvement, and use of resources. 3. Evaluation: Assessment of activity or program with measurable results. 4. Innovation: New idea(s) for program or activity, creative involvement of community and specific citizens, and creative use of public relations. 5. Community Involvement: Evidence of community involvement in planning and implementation. The winning Friends group will receive $400 and a plaque, with an invitation to attend the FOML Annual Membership Meeting in April of 2015 to receive the award. To be eligible for this award, your Friends group must have been a 2014 FOML member (membership information can be found at www.foml.org<http://www.foml.org/>) and completed the project or activities during the 2014 calendar year. Deadline: Applications for this award must be received by January 15, 2015. Go to the FOML website – www.foml.org<http://www.foml.org/> – and click on “FOML Merit Award” under the Membership tab for an application and more information. Your Friends group could be a winner! Paul Snyder, President Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) www.foml.org<http://www.foml.org> -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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MeLCat 10th Birthday - Let's Celebrate Online, January 9 from 10am -12pm
by White, Shannon (MDE) 23 Dec '14

23 Dec '14

Join us on from 10am-12pm EST on Friday, January 9 for an online celebration in honor of MeLCat's 10th birthday. MeLCat is turning ten years old next month and we would like to invite MeLCat libraries and other library community members to a virtual birthday party to reminisce and share stories about the past ten years of MeLCat service. Staff from the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services, MCLS and the Library of Michigan will be online to celebrate this milestone so be sure to send it stories and photos to share during our online party. You can send photos, stories, etc. to Megan Dudek at dudekm(a)mcls.org<mailto:dudekm@mcls.org>. There is no registration required to attend, just visit http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/mel at any time between 10:00am and noon on Friday to join the fun! We would like to thank the more than 400 MeLCat member libraries and their staff on making it possible to fill more than 7 million requests for Michigan residents since 2005. 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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MiLibraryCard
by Tammy Turgeon 23 Dec '14

23 Dec '14

Hi! The MiLibraryCard program is reaching the end of its first year in existence. This is a reciprocal borrowing program that started in January after Michicard ended. We have 70 libraries participating in the program and we're always looking for new libraries to join us! For more information about the program, the application form, and supplies ordering information, please use our website at www.milibrarycard.org . Have a great holiday! Tammy -- Tammy Turgeon Director Sterling Heights Public Library 40255 Dodge Park Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2640 Director Suburban Library Cooperative 44750 Delco Blvd Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-685-5750

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