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New: Library Director search - Pickaway County Library (OH)
by Beth Barker 09 Mar '23

09 Mar '23

Library Director - Pickaway County Library (OH) The Pickaway County Library (OH)<https://pickawaylib.org/> Board of Trustees seeks a Library Director who is a creative and innovative thinker with strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team leader, comfortable addressing conflict when it arises, and successful in promoting library services as the face of the library with infectious energy and enthusiasm for the organization. Serving approximately 59,000 residents of Pickaway County from two locations and a bookmobile, the Library Director will utilize a staff of 28 FTE and a $2.2 million budget provided through the Ohio Public Library Fund and bolstered by a healthy general fund to provide information and services that educate, enrich, and engage its community. The seven-member board is appointed by the Pickaway County Commissioners and Court of Common Pleas. Library highlights include beautiful well-maintained facilities, participation in the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a wide variety of programming, established partnerships with local organizations, and an ongoing commitment to excellent customer service. The library's current key initiatives are: assessing the needs of patrons outside the city of Circleville, maintaining fair compensation and benefits for employees, and ensuring the library remains a safe space for all residents. Pickaway County is home to a growing parks & trails system, unique water recreation activities, interesting museums and historic sites, and one-of-a-kind shops both in the county seat of Circleville and the surrounding scenic towns. This warm and welcoming community hosts over 400,000 visitors annually at the Circleville Pumpkin Show which serves as a celebration of the important role agriculture plays in the county. Residents of Pickaway County enjoy proximity to the Columbus metropolitan community while maintaining a unique, small-town feel. With two professional sports teams, nationally-touring entertainment, intimate concert venues, COSI, and the Columbus Zoo, - Columbus provides exciting opportunities that are only available in a growing and dynamic city. The region boasts 21 universities and colleges including The Ohio State University. Responsibilities: Under the direction of the governing Board of Trustees, the Library Director functions as the executive of the library; drafts suggested policies for the Board of Trustees, and successfully implements supporting procedures needed for the effective operation of the organization; prepares and presents monthly reports; represents the library at meetings and events; works with the fiscal officer to prepare an annual appropriation proposal and to implement controls related to library purchasing; seeks out partnerships with community organizations as appropriate; and guides the organization's collection development practices to ensure material selection meets community needs and wants. Qualifications: A master's degree in Library and Information Science and at least three years of professional library experience are required. Experience with supervising employees, working with a Board of Trustees, managing facilities, and troubleshooting skills preferred. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $80,000 - $100,000 (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 email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com> (karenmiller(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com>). This position closes on April 16, 2023. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/pickaway-county/ Beth Miller Barker Finance and Communications Director Bradbury Miller Associates (cell) 330-340-7115 bethbarker(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:bethbarker@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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MeL Minute: Shine a Spotlight on Michigan Women with the MeL eResources
by Laura Warren-Gross 09 Mar '23

09 Mar '23

[A picture containing text, clipart, sign Description automatically generated]Women’s History Month is celebrated in March of each year. The Michigan eLibrary (MeL) includes articles and eBooks about women who continue making history. Using MasterFILE Complete<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>, History Reference Center<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>, and the eBook Public Library Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>, here are some Michigan women who have made their imprint on history. Change Agents Najah Bazzy<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, founder of Zaman International<https://www.zamaninternational.org/>, a Michigan non-profit that seeks to help people out of poverty, was profiled in People, a part of MasterFILE Complete<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>, for her work to alleviate poverty in the Dearborn area. She has spearheaded the creation of workforce development courses in culinary arts and sewing, as well as GED preparation courses. Betty Ford<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, wife of President Gerald R. Ford, is included in the eBook 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in the eBook Public Library Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> for her work surrounding addiction treatment and her outspoken stance on women’s rights. Firsts MasterFILE Complete<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> includes publications that share firsts of Michigan women. Dr. Merze Tate<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> is noted as a “first” in many capacities—the first African American woman to graduate from Western Michigan Teachers College (now Western Michigan University), as well as the first African American woman to attend the University of Oxford. Several more of her firsts are included in a Chicago Citizen profile. The Tate Memorial Library<https://www.crdl.org/tate-memorial-library> in Blanchard, Michigan is named in her memory. The first African American president of the American Library Association was Clara Stanton Jones, a Michigan Librarian. Jones authored an article<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in Library Journal which shared information about Detroit and the Detroit Public Library as the ALA Conference was headed there in 1977 after the first part of the Renaissance Center opened. Artists From singers to authors, Michigan has produced many great artists. Diana Ross<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> is among the influential Motown stars featured in 40 Inspiring Icons: Black Music Greats<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in the eBook Public Library Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>. History Reference Center<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> includes several articles about author Edna Ferber<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, who was born in Kalamazoo and wrote many books, short stories, and plays throughout her career. Even More Women of Note Michigan has been home to more notable women such as pilot Harriet Quimby<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, the first woman to make a solo flight across the English Channel; journalist Helen Thomas<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> who was in the press corps for eight presidents from John F. Kennedy to Bill Clinton; and entrepreneur Andra Rush<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> who founded a trucking firm and gives back by helping to pay tuition for her employees. Use the MeL eResources to learn about these Michigan women, as well as many other women of note, all year long. If you have any MeL eResources questions or issues, contact melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> for help. Brought to you by Laura Warren-Gross from the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 269-210-7250 (secure fax) warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image003.png@01D95004.2BDB8BC0] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services> [cid:image004.png@01D95004.2BDB8BC0]

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Library Board Goals
by Andrus, Miriam 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

Hello Librarians, My Library Board is working on creating smart goals to go along with the Library's strategic plan. I am curious what goals do your library boards currently have for themselves or the library? [cid:image001.jpg@01D951DE.AE6C6830] Miriam Andrus Director, Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, MI 48640 989-837-3431 direct www.gadml.org<http://www.gadml.org> [cid:image002.png@01D951DE.AE6C6830]<http://www.facebook.com/gracedowlibrary>[cid:image003.png@01D951DE.AE6C6830]<http://www.twitter.com/cityofmidlandmi>[cid:image004.png@01D951DE.AE6C6830]<http://www.instagram.com/gracedowlibrary>[cid:image005.png@01D951DE.AE6C6830]<http://www.youtube.com/citymidland>

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One Week to MCLS's Virtual Dialogue!
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

Join the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services as we gather over Zoom with library staff from all over Indiana and Michigan one week from today, on Wednesday, March 15, at 10:30am-noon Eastern (9:30-11am Central). Register now at https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/virtual-dialogues-2023. Come learn and share together with us as we discuss cultivating a flexible mindset. Our Virtual Dialogues aren't a webinar or workshop, but instead are an opportunity for librarians and library workers at all levels and in all library types to talk about issues impacting their work. During the dialogue, we will spend time sharing thoughts, ideas, and insights with other participants. Because these are conversations and most learning will be done with peers in breakout rooms, sessions will not be recorded; we hope you can join us live. Additional dialogues are planned for May 11, July 11, September 14, and November 8, on topics that are important to you! You can register at the link for one, a few, or all of the dialogues. We look forward to connecting with you! Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, & Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:image001.png@01D951D7.7EC7C4A0] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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FREE online library conference next week from the Southeast Collaborative Library Conference
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

The Southeast Collaborative Online Conference is a free virtual learning opportunity for public and academic library staff (and others welcome also!) March 14-16. That's next week! (Space is still available, so inviting libraries from all states to participate.) See the agenda here: https://sites.google.com/view/secollaborative Twenty presentations including: Outreach to Underserved Children and Caregivers Adult Programming in a Post-Pandemic World Managing Your Library Facility Collaborative Approach to Tween Programming Beyond Performance Reviews Reasoning with the Unreasonable Patron And more! Register online: https://whova.com/portal/registration/sclc_202303/ Tiffany Hayes, MLS (she/her) Director of Library Development 1500 Senate Street, Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 545-4206 | thayes(a)statelibrary.sc.gov<mailto:thayes@statelibrary.sc.gov> [South Carolina State Library Logo]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.statel…> Innovation | Collaboration | Participation | Preservation 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<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Having a diverse selection of reading materials for all ages builds literacy skills, engagement, and greater understanding. [cid:image002.png@01D951D6.C2D6D290]

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Canton Public Library Job Opening - IT Support Assistant
by Sean Bewick 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

Canton Public Library has an open position in the Information Technology Department. Please see the attached job posting for further details. To view other available positions, please visit the CPL Jobs and Volunteering site here<https://www.cantonpl.org/jobs/>. IT SUPPORT ASSISTANT Scheduled Hours and Compensation: * Twenty to twenty-four (20-24) hours per week, including evenings and weekends * $13.90-$16.31 per hour * Prorated vacation time, sick leave and holidays Application Information: Only complete application packets (that include a current CPL application form<https://www.cantonpl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/106/2021/08/CPL_Employmen…>, resume and cover letter) received or postmarked by 9:00 PM on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. Submit complete application packets to: Marian Nicholson - Business Services Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Road Canton, MI 48188 jobs(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:jobs@cantonpl.org> [vsmCPLlogo] Sean Bewick HR Specialist bewicks(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:bewicks@cantonpl.org> Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1068

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Parental Leave and PTO
by AW Cierra Bakovka 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

Hi all, I'm throwing this question out there again since I only got a couple responses last time - Our board wants to review our PTO and Parental leave policies. What's everyone else doing? We're class III so comparable size/budget ones are great. Thanks! Cierra Bakovka, MLIS She/Her Director Henika District Library 149 South Main St. Wayland, MI 49348 269-792-2891 ext. 309 waycb(a)llcoop.org

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Anyone using Libdata for computer time and or print management
by Kimberly White 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

We currently use time limit manager and papercut and are exploring other options for time and print management and are looking for something easy to use and that works well with Deep Freeze. I don't have any experience with Libdata, so any feedback on this would be greatly appreciated. Also, if you use something else you love that handles in-house and mobile printing that your patrons and staff don't get frustrated by, I'd like to hear what it is as well. We do not have in-house IT and we have about 15 computers for the public at two locations. Thanks! -- Kimberly White Director Shiawassee District Library 502 W Main Street Owosso, MI 48867 (989) 725-5134 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/1023159?utm_medi…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/1023159?utm_medi…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Out of the library
by cschaeff＠baycountylibrary.org 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

I will be back in the library on Monday, March 13. If you need assistance before that time, please call the Children's Department at 989.893.9566 opt 4. Thank you.

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Alpena County Library March 16th Program
by Don LaBarre 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

Join us for our upcoming program *Ships, Shipping, Shipwreck, and Genealogy* Description: Join the George R. and Edith Angell Special Collections as they host the National Great Lakes Museum on Thursday, March 16 at 6 pm. This Hybrid event will explore the history of shipping on the Great Lakes and showcases resources for people who hope to research genealogy related to those in the Great Lakes shipping industry. You are welcome to join us in the Judith Stillion Room or join virtually <https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qdumgrj8pEtBXiFvpjN45TMeDGX8VWn…> Where: Judith Stillion Conference Room, Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library or through zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qdumgrj8pEtBXiFvpjN45TMeDGX8VWn… When: Thursday, March 16, 2023, at 6 pm Thanks! Don La Barre *(He, Him)* Special Collections Librarian George R. and Edith Angell Cook Special Collections *Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library* P: 989-356-6188 E: dlabarre(a)alpenalibrary.org 211 N First Ave Alpena, MI

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