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Library-related Webinars for January
by White, Shannon (MDE) 05 Jan '15

05 Jan '15

It's a new year and we have a lot of opportunities for you to learn something new in the January Library-Related Webinar list. Take a look at the monthly listings by topic and date to find the content you need to improve a skill or learn something new you can use on the job. MeL webinars are noted with the MeL.org logo for easy viewing. If you have questions about a specific webinar, please contact the organization that is providing the session. The December list can be found at the top of the Library of Michigan, Continuing Education page at www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce> Some highlights for the first month of the year include: * LiBPas Reporting Webinar (Library of Michigan) - Wednesday, Jan. 7 (3-4 pm) * Learning Challenges as a Way to Increase the Impact of Summer Reading (Library of Michigan) - Thursday, Jan. 8 (2 pm) * Tech Donations for Libraries! (TechSoup) - Thursday, Jan. 8 (2-3 pm) * Introduction to Corporate Giving (GrantSpace) - Wednesday, Jan. 14 (1-2 pm) * The MeLCat Visiting Patron Service (MCLS) - Thursday, Jan. 15 (1-2 pm) 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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Learning Challenges and Summer Reading Webinar - Next Thursday!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 02 Jan '15

02 Jan '15

A final reminder that the Library of Michigan will be hosting Andrea Vaughn Johnson from the Brooklyn Public Library on January 8th at 2:00 pm. Her presentation will address how to bring engaging activities into summer reading for teens and children. Her program description is "Are you looking for a way to make the Summer Reading experience more meaningful for patrons and move away from prizes? Learn how Brooklyn Public Library (NY) uses games to keep children and teens engaged through the entire summer. The Gameboard for children and the Challenge for teens and adults motivates patrons to visit to the library and the library's website, interact with staff, explore the collection, attend programs, check out more books, try fun learning activities, and of course, read!" You can register at the links below for this webinar as well as the February and March webinars. You can find the recording for the first webinar, an overview of the 2015 program, in the Summer Reading section at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices>. Please contact me if you have any questions! ________________________________ Our Winter Webinar Series is back! Looking for help with your Summer Reading program? These are four free one-hour webinars throughout the winter on hot Summer Reading topics. You can sign up for a small group session to talk with your colleagues about program basics and new program and outreach ideas. Please find registration links below. If you are unable to attend, please register to get a link to the recording after the webinar is complete. * Learning Challenges as a Way to Increase the Impact of Summer Reading.<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?57>. Date: January 8th; Time: 2:00 pm; Presenter: Andrea Vaughn Johnson, Brooklyn Public Library. * Online Summer Reading Options: What Services Are Out There and What Can You Do With Them<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?58>. Date: February 10th; Time: 2:00 pm; Presenter: Karren Reish, Library of Michigan * School Visits and Summer Reading<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?59>. Date: March 4th; Time: 2:00 pm; Presenter: Cynthia Zervos, Farmington Public Schools and Dottie Pheney, Farmington Community Library. Join us for some great discussions this winter! Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative is also hosting a workshop on Feb. 24th about reaching reluctant readers. Contact MMLC at http://www.mmlc.info/ for more information. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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Children's Librarian reposting
by John Sheridan 02 Jan '15

02 Jan '15

The friendliest town in Michigan has an open position for an energetic, friendly and creative person. The Vicksburg District Library has mergered teen services with the children's services. We are now reposting the position as Children/Teen Services Librarian. We are looking for a candidate that can work with children from a few months old to teens. Will be responsible for collection development, weekly programming, annual summer reading program, aid children and teens with reference questions, work with the schools and work the circulation desk as needed. Ideal candidate will have a Masters in Library and Information Science, able to speak with children and adults, be creative, good writing and speaking abilities. This is a full time (40 hour) position. Pay commiserate with experience. Attached is the job description for this position. Benefits incluse 1 week paid vacation after one year, 1 day sick time for every month served, paid birthday off. We are looking to fill this position before the end of the month. Submit cover letter and resume electronically to jsheridan(a)vicksburglibrary.org by 5:00 pm Jan. 16, 2015

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MeLCat 10th Anniversary, January 2015: Let's Tweet!
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 02 Jan '15

02 Jan '15

#MeLCat10 Deb Biggs Thomas Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsthomasd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsthomasd@michigan.gov> http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org

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Job Posting
by Christine Hage 02 Jan '15

02 Jan '15

There is still time to apply for this position. Full-Time Job Announcement Rochester Hills Public Library Manager of Outreach & Bookmobile Services *Position: *Manager of Outreach & Bookmobile Services *Supervisor: *Library Director *Salary Range:* $48,054 - $68,386 *Schedule: *37.5 hours per week, up to two nights and weekends required *Benefits*: Insurance (health, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, long term convalescent); pension contribution; vacation, and sick; optional deferred compensation plan; and optional medical reimbursement plan and life insurance. *Dates: *Apply online at: by: January 5, 2015 Interviews anticipated: January 12, 2015 Decision anticipated by: January 16, 2015 Starting date: ASAP *Application:* Please apply online at: http://www.rhpl.org/jobs by submitting a pdf of your *cover letter, resume, responses to questions at the end of this posting* and a completed *employment application*. *Typical Duties:* A person in this classification has the professional administrative responsibility to: - Serve as one of the five members of the library’s management team and represent the department’s service area - Participate in planning library objectives and services and in recommending policies - Work independently within the broad guidelines set by library policies and the Library Director. - With other department managers, assume responsibilities for supervision of library in absence of library director - Direct and coordinate services and staff in the Outreach and Bookmobile Services Department of the library including 2 bookmobiles which make over 40 stops a week, 6 mini-branches and 7 deposit collections, and the Oakland County Talking Book Service which serves over 1,500 clients who are blind and physically handicapped. - Establish the schedule, work assignments and conduct performance reviews for the other employees in the department - Maintain effective communications within the department and with other library departments - Coordinate department services and operations within the total library operation - Work on the Outreach Services public desk to provide professional reader's advisory and reference services to customers - Instruct customers in use of the library and its resources especially customers with special needs - Select and analyze materials for collection development - Plan and provide library services for customers in conjunction with other Outreach Services librarians - Work with community groups, organizations, agencies, to coordinate, promote, and expand library services - Supervise and/or prepare content for publicity and brochures promoting department programs and services - Maintain and compile departmental statistics and reports as necessary - Attend professional meetings and maintain active membership in local, regional, state and national associations - Coordinate library volunteers in the Outreach Services Department and serve as the volunteer in-take person for the library - Maintain an awareness of new developments and trends in the field through professional journals, workshops, conferences, etc. - Perform related duties as required *Qualifications and Abilities:* - Master's degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school - Three years progressively responsible professional public library experience - An understanding of accessibility issues in library services as they related to elderly, handicapped, mobility challenged or mentally impaired individuals. - A strong commitment to and experience with assistive technology - High energy, self-motivation to create new services in an active library - Positive attitude toward library users with special needs - Experience working with the public and a desire to meet and serve that public - Thorough knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of public library service and library policies and procedures - Ability to make administrative decisions, interpret policies, and supervise staff - Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, associates, supervisors, volunteers, other community agencies and the public - Ability to initiate and plan library programs and services - Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and present ideas clearly and concisely in written and oral form - Ability to plan and implement departmental goals - Supervisory ability to direct work flow, develop procedures, and organize and coordinate departmental operations and procedures within the total library operation - Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources - Ability to think analytically and to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work flow - Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment - Full range of Internet skills - Considerable knowledge of website structure and desirable content, and commercially available licensed databases The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements for this position. It is not an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements. *Please respond to the following questions and include those responses with your resume and RHPL application.* 1. What do you see as the scope of service for this department? 2. Name an innovative service that you would like to develop that would enhance RHPL’s current outreach services 3. How would you describe your management style? 4. In a field of strong candidates, what makes you stand out? Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries 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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Supervised visits policies
by Perri Saunders 02 Jan '15

02 Jan '15

Supervised visits are becoming more and more frequent at our library, and with them come people that don't normally use the library, and don't know what behavior is expected. Do any of you have specific policies for supervised visits, or have hand-outs to give parents and social workers? We have discovered finger-painting and clay work, along with lots of snacks happening in our kids room - plus general mayhem and messes. We have patron behavior policies, but it would be nice to have something specific to this situation. Thanks for any help you can give! Happy Holidays! Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 Phone 269.483.7409 Fax 269.483.9923 perri(a)monroe.lib.mi.us<mailto:perri@monroe.lib.mi.us> Brighten the corner where you are.

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For Sale: 5 hanging racks
by Amber Hughey 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

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MeLCat 10th Birthday - Let's Celebrate Online, January 9 from 10am -12pm
by White, Shannon (MDE) 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

MeLCat will celebrate its 10th birthday in January. Please join us from 10am-12pm EST on Friday, January 9 for an online celebration. Registration is not required to attend, just point your browser to http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/mel any time between 10:00am and noon on Friday to join the fun! MeLCat is turning ten years old next month and we would like to invite staff from Michigan MeLCat libraries 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>. Also, take a look at your chance to win big with the MeLCat Birthday Contest sponsored by MCLS. Name the most requested title in 2014 and win a bag of goodies! Submit your answer via the Google Form at http://goo.gl/jBtHHo. The contest ends on January 30, 2015 at 5pm. We would like to thank all of the Michigan MeLCat libraries and their awesome staff members on making it possible to fill more than 7 million requests for Michigan residents since 2005. Read more about MeLCat's history on the MCLS News Blog, http://mcls.org/news/2014/12/23/happy-birthday-melcat/ Happy New Year and Happy Birthday MeLCat! 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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books
by Kate Scheid 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

FYI >From the list I sent this morning these titles have been claimed: Human interest stories of the battle at Gettysburg Michigan: a guide to the wolverine state Mrs. Lincoln's cookbook Southern battlefields The Sauks and the Black Hawk War The others will remain available until the end of next week. Kate Scheid, MLIS Buchanan District Library 128 E. Front St. Buchanan, MI 49107 269.695.1911 Support Our Building Campaign! tree-3 copy

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City Librarian-Denver Public Library (CO) Closes January 4 2015!!
by Jobeth Bradbury 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

CITY LIBRARIAN - DENVER (CO) PUBLIC LIBRARY Connecting people with information, ideas and experiences to provide enjoyment, enrich lives, and strengthen the community. Join the Denver Public Library <http://www.denverlibrary.org/> Commission and staff as they work to make this mission a reality for their city. The eight-member Library Commission seeks an energetic and enthusiastic leader to serve as City Librarian for the City and County of Denver and build on its outstanding program of services and collaboration-and achieve even greater levels of excellence and community participation. Library staff (530.75 FTEs) and 1,748 volunteers (50 FTEs) serve the 664,293 citizens of Denver with a budget of $40.3 million and 25 locations, including the iconic Central Library, with its rich special collections and resources, the Blair-Caldwell African-American Research Library, 23 other city branches, and an active bookmobile and outreach program. In 2013 DPL welcomed more than 4.3 million visitors, circulated over 9.8 million items, saw a 37% increase in eBook downloads, conducted technology classes for over 7,900 attendees, and worked with more than 41,000 children in the DPL Summer of Reading program. The Library enjoys strong financial support from the City of Denver, as well as from foundations, business organizations, individuals, and the Denver Public Library Friends Foundation. Healthy, Active, Innovative, Culturally Diverse. and with a winning football team-that's how people typically describe the Denver area. With 300 days of sunshine, a thriving cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty, Denver is a spectacular city. Located at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Denver's stunning architecture, award-winning dining, and unparalleled views are all here, year-round. Denver is the 23rd most populous city in the U.S. with 2.7 million people in the metro area. For more about the Library, the City, and Denver's many cultural, educational, and recreational amenities, see Denver Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/dpllinks.htm> . Responsibilities: The City Librarian works with the Library Commission and staff to develop long-term plans and directions for the Library program and services for an increasingly multicultural and multilingual population; plans and directs the overall operations and management of the Library; provides effective team development and leadership to the staff; works collaboratively with City elected and appointed leaders; and works in partnership with civic organizations, agencies, and elected officials at the state and national level. The City Librarian functions with a strong latitude for independent action within the scope of organizational policy set by the Commission. See City Librarian <http://www.gossagesager.com/denverjobdesc.pdf> for the complete job description. Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited program and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in upper-level administrative/managerial roles in a library serving an urban population; or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the requirements of the position. Essential attributes include excellent interpersonal and communication/listening skills; ability to create and implement a shared vision of excellent library service; skill in leading a diverse team of library professionals in setting and achieving goals; a thorough knowledge of financial management and budgeting; collaboration and consensus-building skills; and a solid understanding of philosophy and trends in the library and information technology fields, with the ability to effectively apply them locally. Experience at the senior executive level in an urban public library, an advanced degree in business, public administration or a similar field, and success reporting to a policy-making board or commission are highly desirable. Compensation: The starting salary range is $130,000-160,000 with a competitive benefits package <http://www.gossagesager.com/denverbenefits.pdf> . For further information inquire by email or phone to Bradbury Associates/ Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> . To start the application process, send a cover letter and current resume as Word or PDF documents to Dan Bradbury <mailto:danbradbury@gossagesager.com> . This position closes January 4, 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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