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TLN Substitute Employment Pool is Live!
by Kelly Bennett 09 Oct '25

09 Oct '25

Hello Michigan Library Community! The Library Network is excited to announce the launch of our new [ https://tln.org/page/subs | Substitute Employment Services Pool ] ! The Pool is accessed by a new, internally developed app called SubShift. The app, currently in beta, is designed to make finding library substitute positions faster and easier than ever. If you're looking to sub at libraries in southeast Michigan, you can use the sign-up link below. Get Started Now: [ https://www.appsheet.com/newshortcut/3015bf76-4964-43c8-999a-220243f93130 | Substitute Sign-Up ] This is a beta launch, and your feedback will be invaluable as we work to build the best possible resource for our library community. We can't wait for you to try it! Have your resume ready to upload and think about which libraries you'd be able to sub at (you'll be asked to select them from a list). Want to Join the Sub Pool? [ https://www.appsheet.com/newshortcut/3015bf76-4964-43c8-999a-220243f93130 | Substitute Sign-Up ] Please feel free to contact me if you have questions or problems! Kelly Bennett (she/her/hers) Contract Services Coordinator The Library Network kbennett(a)tln.org (248) 536-3100 ext.147

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Job Posting- City of Warren, Library Director- Deadline Extension
by Natalie Piernak 09 Oct '25

09 Oct '25

The Warren Public Library Commission has extended the deadline for our Director position to *October 17, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.* *Changes were made to open up the class size requirements.* See below. Full listing provided in the link. **A minimum of eight (8) years of paid, full-time public librarian experience with a minimum of three (3) of the past five (5) years current administrative and supervisory experience in a Michigan Class IV, V or VI library, or its out-of-state equivalency. Please note: Class IV Libraries serve a population of 12,000 – 25,999 Class V Libraries serve a population of 26,000 – 49,999 Class VI Libraries serve a population of 50,000+ For access to the Application Forms and job listing, please go to the City of Warren website. At this time the city of Warren is using paper forms that must be returned to Human Resources in City Hall by the October 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. deadline. Further details are listed at the end of the job description. https://www.cityofwarren.org/jobs/library-director/ <https://www.cityofwarren.org/jobs/library-director/> Natalie Piernak Warren Library Commission Chairman ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Library Director Posting Date: October 03, 2025 Job type: Full-Time Pay Rate: $145,000 Job Status: Sourcing *DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES* The City of Warren Library Commission seeks applications for the position of Director of Libraries. The City of Warren Libraries are a public library system serving the citizens of the City of Warren, Michigan. *GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES*: Under broad policy guidance and direction from the Warren Library Commission, in collaboration with the City of Warren Administration, this position provides administrative leadership while performing professional and management duties in planning, developing, implementing, and directing public library services. These duties include management of personnel, budget, finances, policies, projects, purchasing, facilities, and community relations. *SUPERVISION RECEIVED*: The Director of Libraries serves as the chief executive officer of the library and is responsible for the administration of all library functions within the goals, guidelines, and polices established by the Warren Library Commission. This responsibility includes the organization and dissemination of information and services through the effective utilization of library resources. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Warren Library Commission in collaboration with the City of Warren Administration. *SUPERVISION EXERCISED*: Exercise supervision over all library personnel, equipment, collections, and buildings. Oversight of the implementation of policies adopted by the Warren Library Commission, City of Warren Administration, and labor union contracts. Supervise the implementation of the Warren City Charter and Ordinances, State of Michigan, and U.S. Federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting the operation of the library. *TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK*: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties the employee may be expected to perform: - Implement the policies and procedures set by the Warren Library Commission. - Communicate with the Warren Library Commission on library operational concerns. - Submit an annual budget to the Warren Library Commission in a timely way, while directing and monitoring expenditures. - Develops, implements, and evaluates long and short-term goals and priorities. - Directs the maintenance of the library buildings and grounds and recommends future space needs. - Represents and promotes the Warren Public Library to the community. - Plans and implements new collections, programs, services, and technology to meet the immediate and long-term goals of the library and community. - Evaluates the effectiveness of library services in relation to the changing needs of the community. - Maintain the confidentiality of staff, library, and administrative records. - Compiles, maintains, and analyzes statistics. - Coordinates new technology initiatives. - Maintains professional development by attending library-based conferences and seminars - Attends meetings with the Warren Library Commission, Mayor, city departments, Downtown Development Authority, City Council, the Suburban Library Cooperative, etc. - Works with the Human Resources Department to establish job descriptions that align with the needs of the library. - Encourages staff professional growth at all levels by supporting participation in professional associations, workshops, seminars, and activities. - Responsible for the hiring, evaluation, promotion, discipline, and termination of library staff. - Interacts and maintains good relations with the Friends of the Warren Public Library. - Pursues additional funds through grants and fundraising events. *QUALIFICATIONS*: *DESIRABLE*: - Previous experience with building projects related to library operations and expansions. - Previous experience working on a millage renewal. - Previous experience with maintaining an endowment fund. *REQUIRED*: - Previous experience as a Library Director in a public library setting. - Advanced knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of public library administration. - Proficiency with computers, library software, internet and digital communications. - Thorough knowledge of current trends and developments in the library field. - Ability to plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of employees in diversified library activities. - Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public. - Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. - Possess strong leadership and motivational skills. - Ability to use good judgement, initiative and resourcefulness - Ability to interact with architects, construction managers and subcontractors to plan, design and oversee renovation of present buildings and/or new facilities. - Demonstrated successful experience in grant writing and fund raising. - Considerable knowledge of computers, data communications especially in regards to library applications *PRELIMINARY QUALIFICATIONS*: An employee in this position, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience: - Master’s degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association from an accredited university. - *Copy of Official Transcript required at time of application. They can be sent to **jdamron(a)cityofwarren.org*(goes to new website) <jdamron(a)cityofwarren.org>* directly from your schools portal.* - Must be eligible for a Library of Michigan Librarian’s Permanent Professional Certificate or equivalent. - A minimum of eight (8) years of paid, full-time public librarian experience with a minimum of three (3) of the past five (5) years current administrative and supervisory experience in a Michigan Class IV, V or VI library, or its out-of-state equivalency. - Please note: - Class IV Libraries serve a population of 12,000 – 25,999 - Class V Libraries serve a population of 26,000 – 49,999 - Class VI Libraries serve a population of 50,000+ - Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Michigan. Driving record must meet city’s standards for insurability. Pay rate: $145,0000/year *Does not include contractual increase of 7/1/2025 Excellent benefit package includes 401K, retirement health savings account, health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time. TO APPLY: Print the required application documents and submit your resume, along with proof of your education and other required documentation, to our office in person, by mail, by email or by fax. Required printable documents are in blue under the job advertisement. Address: Office is open weekdays: 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Warren City Hall Fax: 586-574-0770. Human Resources, Suite #410 Email: jdamron(a)cityofwarren.org(goes to new website) <jdamron(a)cityofwarren.org> One City Square Warren, MI 48093 Deadline: *October 17, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.* If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670.

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JOB POSTING: Adult Information Services Librarian Intern, Troy Public Library
by Connie Doherty 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Greetings all, The Troy Public Library has an opening for an intern in the Adult Information Services Department. This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) starting at $20 per hour, with 40 hours PTO. If you are passionate about public service and would like to gain reference, programming, and collection development experience in a busy library with a diverse and engaged community, please apply [ https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6122604.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US | here ] . Posting closes October 21, 2025 . Best, Connie Constance L. Doherty Head, Adult Information Services 510 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, Michigan 48084

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Free Book Club Sets
by Tracy Logan 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

WELCOME TO THE THUNDERDOME! I have 59 Book Club sets to give away. They consist of 5-8 copies of the same title, some soft cover and some hard cover. *I can NOT split up sets*. Take 'em all or take none. First come, first served. *I need:* 1. Your name 2. Your library name 3. Your RIDES code 4. The name of the set/s you want Available Sets: 1. All the Light We Cannot See 2. All the Missing Girls 3. American Dirt 4. The Anomaly 5. Before We Were Yours 6. Blush 7. Bootstrapper 8. Charm Bracelet 9. Chilbury Ladies Choir 10. Cleo McDougal Regrets Nothing 11. Crazy Brave 12. Crossroads 13. Deacon King Kong 14. Deadline 15. Everybody’s Son 16. Extraordinary People 17. Friends We Keep 18. Ghost Boy 19. Ginny Moon 20. Girl with the Louding Voice 21. Great Believers 22. Hannah Coulter 23. Into the Wilderness 24. Klara and the Sun 25. Lake House 26. Library at the Edge of the World 27. Library Book 28. Lilac Girls 29. Long Way Home 30. Lost for Words Bookshop 31. Moloka’i 32. Moses, Man of the Mountain 33. My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry 34. Narrowboat Summer 35. News of the World 36. Night of Miracles 37. Nomadland 38. Noticer 39. Other Black Girl 40. Other Side of Hope 41. Our Souls at Night 42. Park Avenue Summer 43. Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend 44. Recursion 45. Remains of the Day 46. Round House 47. Seas 48. Second-Worst Restaurant in France 49. Secrets of a Charmed Life 50. Ship of Brides 51. Small Great Things 52. Soul of America 53. Still Life 54. Then Sings My Soul 55. Virgil Wander 56. West With Giraffes 57. With Love From London 58. Woman Warrior 59. Women of Copper Country -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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Presenter Recommendation Josh Lipnik
by Mick Howey 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Recently BPL hosted photographer Josh Lipnik's event Architecture of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Josh and his photography were great! He was personable, engaging, knowable, and funny. His photos nicely showed the fascinating architecture of the UP. The program was a hybrid with the feedback being overwhelmingly positive. So much so that we have already booked him for next fall! For more information the link to his website is below or feel free to reach out to me. https://shopmidwestmodern.com/ Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649

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Upcoming Hybrid Event at the BPL: The Mackinac Bridge- Now and Then
by Mick Howey 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Hello Michlib! Please join us at 7:00 PM, Monday, October 13th for The Mackinac Bridge- Now and Then. Engineer and Bridge director, Kim Nowack, presents the history of transportation in the straits and the building of our Mackinac Bridge. Learn about all it takes to maintain the Mighty Mac throughout the year and events involving the bridge. Kim was appointed to the position of Executive Director of the Mackinac Bridge in 2019 and is the first woman to hold this position in the Bridge Authority’s 60+ year history. Registration required. Hybrid event. Tap here <https://www.baldwinlib.org/calendar/#/events/7UCWteSYoj/instances/RWNFA8nZc…> to register. I hope to see you there! Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/

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Magazine Savers - FREE
by Amy Abele 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

We have 45 clear magazine saver folders available for free. See image below. They have been previously used and have a "does not circulate" sticker attached. If you are interested, please respond to amy(a)bridgmanlibrary.com with your Rides number. [image: magazine folder.jpg] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Amy Abele Marketing & Communications Volunteer Coordinator

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Grow Your Library Career with LSSC Courses with Infopeople
by Califa Group 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

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Searching for a Book Jacket Assembly Board
by Darlene Dery 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Hi All, Does anyone have one of these boards they aren't using? I'd love to take it off your hands...or just borrow it for a few months. I've searched high and low, and they aren't available for sale anymore...even checked eBay. Thanks, Darlene Dery Grosse Pointe Public Library p.s. Sorry for the bad picture. That's all I could find. [cid:64305e39-dd31-4ce2-9246-3dcd977a39f5] [cid:1d863773-d45f-45cd-914c-0a5a7cfdfd28]

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[Job Posting] - IT Assistant - Part Time
by Michael McEvoy 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

https://northvillelibrary.bamboohr.com/careers/30?source=aWQ9MTg%3D The Northville District Library seeks an enthusiastic candidate who enjoys helping people with computers, networking and connected technologies to join our customer service directed team, as detailed below: Position: IT Assistant – Part Time 10 to 25 Hours per week Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends. Duties: - Assist with troubleshooting and answering questions ranging from simple to intermediate from library patrons and staff alike. - Monitor the Library’s public computer usage and print control system from multiple sources, including mobile users and printing. - Basic maintenance and usage assistance for using library technologies and services; Control Study Room Usage and track usage - Assist with use of Digital Conversion equipment (VCR, 8mm, reel to reel film, Audio formats, Slides, Pictures, etc.) - Other work duties as assigned by supervisor or Librarian. Requirements: - Demonstrable aptitude in explaining the usage of technology resources and services. - Strong familiarity with Windows, Apple, Android, Office, Google, and other popular computing and mobile technologies and environments - Understanding basic Internet functionality, including networking, Wi-Fi, browsers, HTML, and other online technologies. - Excellent and engaging communication skills, including ability to adapt to a variety of age groups and experience levels to provide effective support and guidance. - Patient, friendly and approachable demeanor. - Works well with others and is able to multitask effectively. - Applicants must be at least 17 years old. - Some Evening and Weekend shifts are possible Pay Rate: $14.26/hr to start Deadline for application: Friday, October 17, 2025 or Until Filled

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