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Closing Sunday: Library Director search – Johnston Public Library (IA)
by Beth Barker 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Library Director – Johnston Public Library (IA) The Johnston Public Library (IA)<https://www.johnstonlibrary.com/> Board of Trustees seeks an effective communicator who will serve as a tireless advocate in promoting discovery, inspiring creativity, and engaging the community as its next Library Director. Working from a single location with 18.09 FTE and a $1.7 million budget, the new director reports to a five-member Board of Trustees who are appointed by the mayor and serve six-year terms. Library highlights include a supportive community, exceptional youth and teen program offerings, and a friendly and engaged staff. The new director will focus their attention on developing the next strategic plan, building a complete understanding of the organizational culture and service district needs, and ensuring that the library is a welcoming and supportive environment for all members of the community. The City of Johnston, Iowa is a growing community that provides a high quality of life, small-town charm, and proximity to the state’s capital and largest city, Des Moines. Johnston is a quick 20-minute drive to downtown Des Moines and just 30 minutes from the Des Moines International Airport. The capital city boasts numerous cultural attractions like the Pappajohn Sculpture Garden, the Des Moines Arts Center, and the Science Center of Iowa. In 2015, Money Magazine named Johnston one of the Best Places to Live in America because of its affordable housing, low cost of living, 40-mile trail system, and award-winning schools. Residents enjoy spending time at Terra Park or the newly developed Johnston Town Center, the numerous local events like the annual Kites on the Green, and a strong sense of community pride. Responsibilities: The director develops a strategic plan in conjunction with the board, civic and community involvement; makes periodic reports to the board and prepares the annual report; represents and advocates for the library at various community functions; performs various human resource management functions to provide and promote a collaborative and motivated work environment including oversight of recruitment, selection, and retention of employees, training, counseling, performance evaluation, staffing, and personnel policy formulation and enforcement; prepares an annual budget for approval by the Board of Trustees; oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the facility; serves as the official Secretary for the Johnston Public Library Foundation, including maintaining official documentation for the organization; participates in local, state, and national professional organizations to strengthen skills, interact with fellow professionals, and contribute to the library profession; and provides effective leadership to direct reports and the organization by linking their actions back to the vision and mission of the library. A complete list of duties and responsibilities is listed in the job description below. Qualifications: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited ALA university and six to eight years of public library experience with three years of administrative, supervisory, and facility management experience are required. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a library foundation group, understand the constantly changing environment of public libraries, be an advocate for intellectual freedom, and use empathy as a guide when making decisions. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $120,000 – $135,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via our new application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/application> on our website with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachment. This position closes on Sunday, February 11, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/. — Beth Barker (she/her) Director of Finance and Communication Bradbury Miller Associates 330-340-7115 | Dover, OH | bradburymiller.com<http://bradburymiller.com/> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Branch Manager Opening at JDL
by Fenningsdorf, Rachel 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

We have a great opportunity for a branch manager at our 3rd largest library in Jackson County, MI. Please see the posting below. Feel free to email or call with questions. 6140061:Career Search (entertimeonline.com)<https://secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6140061.careers?CareersSearch> Rachel Fenningsdorf Assistant Director Jackson District Library O: 517-905-1307 C: 517-358-4563 fenningsdorfr(a)myjdl.com<mailto:fenningsdorfr@myjdl.com> [Email Logo]

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ReadSquared training & summer programming theme now available!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

[https://stratus.campaign-image.com/images/177052000027106004_zc_v1_17068281…] The 2024 CSLP and iREAD summer reading programs are available to import into your ReadSquared site<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/youth/addtl>! You can import all four age-specific programs (Pre-K, Children, Teen, and Adult), or each one individually. Each program includes: * 1 Banner * 1 Completion Certificate * 1 Board Game with 10 levels * 11 Badges (Registration, Level 1-9, Completion) * 1 Mission * 1 Book List * 1 Bingo Card * New Mini Games How to import the full programs: In the administrative control room site (yoursitename.readsquared/controlroom) go to Programs > Program Theme > Import Programs. You can add, edit, or remove these programs as needed. Let us know<mailto:support@r2stg.zohosupport.com?subject=Import%20Help> if you need assistance setting up your programs. Upcoming Training Dates You and your staff can attend<https://join.me/ReadSquaredTraining> training sessions at your convenience, no need to register, just mark your calendars: Onboarding covers all the basics of setting up your ReadSquared site and is designed for those new to ReadSquared. Onboarding schedule: - March 7, Thursday, 1:00 p.m. EST - March 26, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. EST - April 24, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. EST Refresher training is best for those who have used ReadSquared in the past and want to prepare for upcoming summer programs and possibly add more features to their site. These sessions will cover the new theme, site updates, optional features, and promotion. Refresher schedule: - March 20, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. EST - April 17, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. EST - May 9, Thursday, 1:00 p.m. EST How do I attend? No registration is required, and all training is free. You can choose from any of the above sessions and use this link to join: https://join.me/ReadSquaredTraining You can reach ReadSquared's customer support team anytime at info(a)readquared.com<mailto:info@readquared.com?subject=Question>. If your public library wants to start a ReadSquared site, please go to: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/youth/addtl for details on how to sign-up. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Thank you, 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<http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.

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De-Escalation and Active Shooter Training- Feb 8 at the Michigan Library and Historical Center in Lansing
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Hello! There is an issue with the RSVP links in the Training notice for the De-escalation and Active Shooter. The links don't work with the state firewall. However, the full links are listed below and will work on a mobile device or outside the state network. The site has been repaired and the links below now work. https://www.theimt.org/event-details/active-assailant-shooter-survival-what… - Active Shooter Training - 9am-12pm https://www.theimt.org/event-details/verbal-diffusion-de-escalation-with-th… De-escalation training 1pm - 4pm Thank you for your patience! Sincerely, 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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Seeking librarians who have taught digital skills to participate in research!
by Tanisha Afnan 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Hello, We are super interested in the work library staff do, particularly in their efforts towards digital literacy education. A group of researchers at the University of Michigan would like to learn from your insights in a 60-minute individual interview session. We are looking for adults who have either taught or been involved with an organization that teaches digital literacy skills, particularly related to privacy and security topics. Our team hopes to eventually develop resources that are useful for educators and community leaders, and can help to better support student learning about privacy related topics. All participant information will be anonymized and stored securely if you choose to participate, and you will receive $25 upon completion of the interview. Please email us back at privacyinstrumentstudy(a)umich.edu if you are interested! Thank you, Tanisha Afnan

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The University of Michigan-Dearborn is hiring an Archivist in the Mardigian Library
by Holly Sorscher 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Part Time One Year Term Limited Assistant or Associate Archivist The University of Michigan-Dearborn Mardigian Library has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant or Associate Archivist to support the work of the University wide Inclusive History Project <https://president.umich.edu/initiatives-and-focus-areas/inclusive-history-p…>. The successful candidate will collaborate with library colleagues, faculty, and co-curricular areas across campus to manage, preserve, and make accessible the University of Michigan-Dearborn Campus Archive collections. For further information and to apply go to: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/244828/assistantassociate-archivist -- Holly V. Sorscher Associate Director Mardigian Library University of Michigan-Dearborn (313) 593-5695 *Pronouns <https://www.mypronouns.org/>: *she|her|hers [image: A button with "Hear my name" text for name playback in email signature] <https://www.name-coach.com/holly-sorscher>

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Resources International Children's Book Day 2024<https://www.usbby.org/news> April 2, 2024 - "Cross the Seas on the Wing of your Imagination" sponsored by IBBY Japan. Download high resolution digital materials<https://www.ibby.org/awards-activities/activities/international-childrens-b…> to decorate your event, share posts about it. #ICBD24 USBBY's 2024 Outstanding International Books List<https://www.usbby.org/news/2024-outstanding-international-books-list-announ…> has also just been announced. Learn more & stay connected at: https://www.usbby.org/news. 2024 Bill Morris Seminar Applications for the 2024 Bill Morris Seminar: Book Evaluation Training are now open! Applications will close on March 15, 2024 at 5pm CST. Find more information, including applications requirements, on the ALSC website<https://www.ala.org/alsc/confevents/morris-endowment-activities/morrissemin…>. Morris Seminar participants will gather on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the Hilton Denver City Center in Denver, Colorado, to learn together about children's media evaluation techniques. Participants will hear from experts in the field of children's media evaluation, as well as from those who have served on ALSC's media evaluation committees, to develop their professional evaluation skills. The day will consist of a mix of keynote speakers and panel discussions from ALSC member leaders, including past evaluation committee members and chairs, and seminar-style evaluation discussions with participants, led by experienced member leaders. Through the support of the ALSC William C. Morris Endowment, ALSC offers this training seminar at no charge to attendees; this includes all materials, breakfast and lunch. To help defray additional costs for hotel and other expenses, a $450 stipend for each attendee will be provided from the Morris Endowment. Further, should they choose to stay and further their professional development beyond the seminar, the participants at the seminar will be eligible for a reduced registration rate for ALSC 2024 National Institute<https://www.ala.org/alsc/confsce/institute>. The 2024 Morris Seminar application opens January 29, 2024, and will remain open through March 15, 2024. Notification of application status and acceptance/regrets is expected in early May. Teen Services Fundamentals An InfoPeople Online Learning Course March 5 - April 1, 2024 Teen-centric library service is rooted in the practice of connectedness. Whether you're working to build stronger relationships with the teens in your community, creating a welcoming, safe haven for the teens that you're already seeing in the library, or supporting information literacy and learning- each interaction with a teen patron is an opportunity to connect and engage. During this course, librarian Christina Fuller-Gregory will provide you with practical, actionable, and timely applications for moving beyond simply welcoming teens into the library to developing best practices to ensure that the teens you serve view the library as a trusted resource, where they feel seen, respected, and valued. Learn more and register for this four week course here<https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1103>. In the News... FYI Podcast - Black History Month Programming Study<https://publiclibrariesonline.org/2023/12/new-fyi-episode-black-history-mon…> - Public Libraries Online, 12/18/23 How a Free Early Learning Program Educates Toddlers, Teen Parents and Their Families<https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-01-18-how-a-free-early-learning-program-e…> - EdSurge, 1/18/24 Ready to Read Michigan Workshops Rescheduled to May 2024 Growing Early Literacy Skills for Parents, Caregivers, and Early Childhood Educators 10:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - at KDL's Kentwood Branch<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, May 2, 2024 - at Plymouth District Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> The Library of Michigan invites you to join Mother Goose on the Loose<https://mgol.net/>, Betsy Diamant-Cohen, as we explore The Ready to Read Michigan Parent & Early Childhood Educator Toolkit. The programs in the toolkit are designed for library staff to host throughout the community, engaging and modeling early literacy practices to parents, caregivers, and early childhood educators. Betsy will equip library staff with the information, skills, and ready-to-use tools to promote early literacy through your library, copies of the toolkit will be provided. This RTRM training will start with an introduction/refresher on the how, what and why's of early literacy skills and best storytelling practices. Then we will transition to cover the workshops in the Ready to Read Michigan Toolkit, which are designed specifically for library staff to easily facilitate with parents and caregivers with children ages 5 and under. Lastly, participants will address the important role played by Early Childhood Educators in the development of children from birth to age five, using familiar tips and tools on how to conduct a two-part workshop for Early Childhood Educators at your library, supported by the materials produced by Ready to Read Michigan<https://www.readytoreadmi.org/home>. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. If you were previously registered for the October workshops, you are still in our reservation system. If the May 2024 dates do not work for you, then please contact Becky Wartella WartellaB(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:WartellaB@Michigan.gov?subject=RTRM%20Workshop> to remove you from the workshop. If you were not previously registered, there are a few seats left at both locations, so be sure to register<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>! LM Summer Programming Webinars Let the Adventures Begin! Summer Library Programming Round Table (There will be a CSLP prize drawing for attendees!) Thursday, February 22, 2024 2:00-3:30pm ET (90 mins) Join us LIVE - Limited registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> only for those who can attend LIVE, this will not be recorded. Join the conversation on summer library programming with your peers. Looking for programming ideas, performers, or prizes? Bring your ideas, materials, and plans to share with others across Michigan on all things Summer Library Programming for early childhood, school-age, and tweens & teens. We'll also hear from a few key partners that can help make your summer library programming a success. Adventures in Summer Marketing! Thursday, March 14, 2024 2:00-3:00pm ET Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>, this webinar will be recorded. Learn some tips and tricks to marketing your summer library programs, plus some special materials to use. All libraries and their communities are unique and while there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution to marketing, we are going to explore new ways that you can approach marketing your summer programming. We will explore marketing assets from the Collaborative Summer Library Program, provide resources, and inspire you to engage with your community this summer. All areas of library services including marketing are welcome! These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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<http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [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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Author Amanda Barratt
by Kirsten Wellnitz 04 Feb '24

04 Feb '24

Join us Wed, Feb 7, 6:00 pm at the Alice & Jack Wirt Library for a presentation from bestselling author Amanda Barratt as she explores the true events that inspired her latest historical novel The Warsaw Sisters. More information can be found on our event calendar here: https://www.baycountylibrary.org/event/author-amanda-barratt-resistance-and… Kirsten Wellnitz Managing Librarian Alice & Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext. 2111

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REMINDER - 2024 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour Host Application
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 02 Feb '24

02 Feb '24

REMINDER - Today is the final day to submit an application to host a Michigan Notable Books author as part of the 2024 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour. Go to www.Michigan.gov/NotableBooks<http://www.michigan.gov/NotableBooks> for the link to the application. The Michigan Notable Books Author Tour will take place between April through June at 50 locations throughout the state. Please direct any questions to Michigan-Notable-Books(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Michigan-Notable-Books@michigan.gov> or call 517-335-1457. Thanks! Adam Adam Oster, Community Engagement Librarian Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov> | 517-335-1469 | 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/>

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Upcoming workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 02 Feb '24

02 Feb '24

Register soon for these workshops from MCLS! MeLCat Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6557bb53631be04ab08f714e> For MeLCat Michigan library staff only please 3-day class, February 13-15, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Original Descriptive Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6557bae9631be04ab08f5946> Two spots left!! Updated!! 3-day class, February 13-15, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 6 LEUs for Indiana library staff! Qualifies for 6 PGPs for Indiana school library staff! Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For these 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/> The MeL project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://www.imls.gov/> through the Library of Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan>. ************************************* 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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