- Michlib-l - liblists.org

Barcode scanners
by Library Director 25 Jun '25

25 Jun '25

Hi all, Wondering if anyone has purchased a barcode scanner from ULINE that works on the different barcodes we see in libraries! I just want the assurance or confirmation that they do/don't work the way I want. I do not know what makes a scanner do all of the things to look in the specs. Anyways, I am looking for 1D barcode scanners that can handle ISBN and T (or other letters) barcodes and everything else we might encounter. Currently, we have some that can read the full ISBN number and others that can handle the T barcode type that we and other libraries have. Only one out of the five in our building does both! I already have a cart of items with ULINE, so that is preferred currently but I am open to others too. [sigemail] CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

2 1

Fennville District Library Hiring
by Abi Avery 25 Jun '25

25 Jun '25

Fennville District Library is a rural library in west Michigan. Ranked as a Class IV library by the Library of Michigan, it serves a population of 14,496 people. The library is located in Allegan County, in the city of Fennville, which it serves alongside Casco Township, Clyde Township, Ganges Township, Lee Township (by contract), and the portion of Manlius township south of the Kalamazoo River (by contract). The library is seeking a new team member in the position of Library Assistant I - Evening/Weekends. A full description of the position can be found attached to this email. Thank you for your time, Abi Avery Assistant Library Director Fennville District Library (269) 561-5050 aavery(a)fennvillelibrary.org My work day may look different from yours! Please do not feel any pressure to respond outside of your own work day. The Fennville District Library is located on the ancestral lands of the Odawa<https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/odawa/>, Peoria<https://peoriatribe.com/>, and Potawatomi<https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/bodwewadmi-potawatomi/> peoples. You can begin learning about these tribes through the links provided.

1 0

Teen Services Programming Assistant
by Ella Carson 25 Jun '25

25 Jun '25

Anderson Public Library Anderson, Indiana Job Title: Teen Services Programming Assistant, Full-time Job Description/Responsibilities: Are you a great fit for the Anderson Public Library’s Teen Services Programming Assistant? If you are enthusiastic, creative and enjoy working with teens & tweens, this could be the opportunity for you! The Teen Services Department is seeking a Programming Assistant to collaborate with the Teen Services Coordinator to implement a variety of programs and events both within the library and throughout our diverse community! If you enjoy being innovative, as well as providing excellent customer service, this may be a great fit! In this role, you will utilize your customer service skills as you provide reference services and readers advisory at the service desk. You’ll also assist patrons with use of the library catalog, computers, and other technology equipment! Your creativity will shine as you create teen-focused programs & outreach along with designing relevant, eye-catching displays! If this position sounds like a good match for you, we’d like the opportunity to review your qualifications! Apply today and take the next step toward joining a great team! Qualifications Customer service and programming experience; Skilled in public speaking; Knowledge of library operations and best practices for working with teens; ability to obtain a LC6 certification. Salary: $18.67 - $21.00 per hour Schedule: 40 hours per week, including some night and weekends Contact: For more details about this position and how to apply, visit: www.andersonlibrary.net/careers<http://www.andersonlibrary.net/careers>. Applications will only be accepted online through the library website. Contact person: Holly Watkins, Human Resources Manager, hwatkins(a)andersonlibrary.net, (765) 641-2443. Posted: June 25th, 2025 Deadline: Until Filled

1 0

FCL is hiring
by Crystal Peterson 25 Jun '25

25 Jun '25

Farmington Community Library is proud to be a welcoming space for everyone in the Farmington and Farmington Hills, Michigan community. Both FCL locations serve as public spaces for ideas, create collaboration between neighbors and businesses, and offer services that meet community needs. The library actively seeks individuals whose commitments and contributions will advance our mission to be a diverse and equitable organization. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team and reflect the community we serve. We are currently seeking a candidate to fill: Full-Time Facilities Assistant Crystal Peterson Executive Assistant Phone: 248-848-430<tel:248-848-4302>3 Fax: 248-553-6892<tel:248-553-6892> Email: Crystal.Peterson(a)farmlib.org<mailto:Crystal.Peterson@farmlib.org> Web: www.Farmlib.org<http://www.farmlib.org/> Farmington Community Library | One Library, Two Locations [Farmington Community Library's logo. The logomark is three location icons formatted as an open book. The type reads "FCL" in a typewriter font next to the logomark.]FCL Farmington Hills | 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4979744,…> FCL Farmington | 23500 Liberty St.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4643366,…> "The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library." -Albert Einstein [cid:image003.jpg@01DBE5B9.ADF29BB0]

1 0

Examples of Weeding/Collection Management Guides or Policies
by Katelin Smith 25 Jun '25

25 Jun '25

Hi everyone, I'm in the process of reworking guides for my adult services librarians regarding weeding and collection curation. Does anyone have a copy their own that they could share? We're particularly excited to overhaul our non-fiction section, and while I'm aware of the CREW method, it is over a decade old now and I haven't really found anything else suitable to replace it. The library's policy is more of a general policy, than something geared towards adult services, so it's helpful in some cases but not in all. Please feel free to reply to me at katelin.smith(a)westlandlibrary.org. Thanks, Katelin [A logo for a library Description automatically generated] Katelin Smith (he/she/they) Head of Adult Services (734) 326-6123 ex. 2824 6123 Central City Parkway, Westland, MI 48185 westlandlibrary.org<http://westlandlibrary.org/>

1 0

Employment Opportunity: Youth Service Manager (FT); Bellevue, OH
by Janelle Thomas 25 Jun '25

25 Jun '25

*Cross-posted. Please excuse duplication.* Due to retirement, Bellevue Public Library is hiring a Youth Services Manager. Bellevue Public Library seeks a full-time (40 hours/week) Youth Services Manager. This position reports to the Library Director. *Position: *Youth Services Manager *Hours: *Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours required. *Rate of Pay: *Pay range for this position begins at $25.00 for applicants with an MLIS or position related master’s degree and $23.00 for applicants with a bachelor’s degree. Generous benefits, including medical and paid time off, are included. Professional growth, including mentoring and participation in regional professional activities, are encouraged *Reports to: *Library Director *Position Description: *The Youth Services Manager oversees all aspects of library services to youth including material selection, collection development, programming, and training and supervision of Youth Services staff. This position works with the Youth Services staff to develop and present Youth programming. This position serves as part of the management team. *Personal and Professional Attributes:* This manager should have, and openly display, a passion for public libraries and customer service. Curiosity and the desire to consistently deliver library services that are both reflective of community needs and innovative are key in this position, as is the ability to build effective relationships within the organization, with patrons, and in the community. As a key member of the Library’s management team, the Youth Services Manager will contribute to the planning and implementation of policies and procedures that enhance the Library’s wide-ranging public service initiatives We are seeking a candidate with leadership and supervisory experience to join our BPL management team, who has the following: · Strong communication, writing, and speaking skills. · Ability to manage multiple tasks and issues simultaneously and to appropriately react to changing demands, priorities and situations. · Ability to use initiative and independent judgment. · Ability to effectively speak publicly and make presentations before special interest groups. · Practice sound conflict management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. · Ability to apply effective training and documentation techniques. · Strong interpersonal skills. Friendly, outgoing, and able to build relationships at all levels. · Is passionate about working in a team-based and customer-focused environment. *Detailed job responsibilities Include but are not limited to:* · Coordinate and manage Youth Services department functions. · Advise the Director on matters related to department and library-wide operations. · Provide superior reference assistance and readers’ advisory services including information on library services; assist and instruct patrons in using library services, equipment, and facilities. · Analyze diverse and changing community interests and popular culture trends and ensures proactively that collections and programming which is relevant, current, and easily accessible to the community. · Maintain a pleasant and inviting environment in the Youth Services department. Interpret library policies and procedures for the public, as well as resolve patron and personnel issues within established guidelines. · Coordinate selection, development, weeding, and continuous maintenance of Youth Services collections in multiple formats. Strive for collections that are both useful and entertaining. · Explore new collection development practices, tools and/or vendor services that will improve or streamline processes. · Manage Library Materials Budget, providing regular updates to Director on fund balances and projected spending. · Plan, present, and assist staff in planning and implementing programming activities. · Coordinate outreach programming and promotion of library services to individuals and agencies serving adults. · Recommend and implement approved goals and objectives for the Youth Services department. · Conduct effective evaluations designed to strengthen skills and improve productivity of supervised staff. · Together with Support Services Manager and Adult Services Manager, collaborate and assume necessary administrative responsibilities in the absence of the Library Director. · In conjunction with other managers and department staff, work on department related publicity releases and announcements for media, library newsletters, or other publications. · Attend and participate in meetings related to job responsibilities. · Ability to work a varied schedule, including evenings and weekends. *Required Education and Experience:* · MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited library school or will have this degree within 2 years. · Working knowledge of library resources. · Minimum of one year's experience in a professional librarian position or in a related field. · Supervisory aptitude and experience. · Knowledge of child development, youth literature, and youth programming trends. · Experience working with children, young adults, parents, teachers, and other adults who provide care for children. · Ability to deliver a high level of public service to Library customers. · Well-developed written and oral communication skills. · A valid driver’s license. Cover letter and resume with 3 references can be e-mailed to: *patty.marsh(a)bellevue.lib.oh.us <patty.marsh(a)bellevue.lib.oh.us>* or mailed to: Patty Marsh, Bellevue Public Library 224 East Main St. Bellevue, Oh 44811 Review of resumes will begin July 24. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. *Janelle Thomas (she/her/hers) **| *Executive Director *| *The Northwest Regional Library System (NORWELD) *| *Phone: 419-352-2903 | jthomas(a)norweld.org *This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*

1 0

Young Adult Books Available
by Gillian Demeter 24 Jun '25

24 Jun '25

Hello, I withdrew 16 Young Adult books from our collection. Please include your RIDES or delivery code if you are interested. Thank you! -- Gillian Demeter Teen/Youth Services Librarian Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Rd. Huntington Woods, MI 48070 [ mailto:gdemeter@hwoodslib.org | gdemeter(a)hwoodslib.org ]

1 1

Presenter Recommendation- Greg Bodker
by Mick Howey 24 Jun '25

24 Jun '25

Hello Michlib! Last Wednesday, Baldwin hosted Greg Bodker and his program "Birdwatching and Birding." Greg was fantastic! Knowledgeable, engaging, funny, enthusiastic with a wonderful presentation. A true professional. Last Wednesday's weather was stormy, to say the least, and we had as many as registered (42) show up! Greg was great with the audience and happily answered their questions after his presentation. So many of them commented to me on how much they loved the presentation that we have already booked Greg for next April. Highly recommended! Visit Greg's website Backyard Birds And Beyond <https://www.backyardbirdsandbeyond.com/gregbodkebio> for more information Cheers, Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/

1 0

Sign in problems
by Christy DeMeulenaere 24 Jun '25

24 Jun '25

Hello! I have a new staff member trying to sign up for the listserv, and it keeps saying that it is forbidden. Can you please advise us on how to go about this? Thank you so much. --

2 1

EDI Conference Call for Proposals
by DJ Bond 23 Jun '25

23 Jun '25

Hey Michlib-L Fam, There's still time! If your library has been working on a cool initiative that helps provide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, or other related topics to your library, you can submit a proposal to present at the first EDI Conference! Join us on August 15 and tell us about the work you've done. Read our Call for Proposals document and then use the [ https://forms.gle/BtQ9VpJA2N37zQHu5 | Google Form ] to submit your application. Deadline to submit is July 3 . DJ Bond Communications and Member Engagement Manager The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x116 dbond(a)tln.org TLN.org (he/him)

1 1