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Assistant Director hourly wage in a Class 3 library
by AD Jeffrey Babbitt 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

Hello Librarians Our Assistant Director seems terribly underpaid, and our Board is looking for current information on what other Class 3 libraries are paying per hour. If you represent a Class 3 library with an Assistant Director position (whether filled or vacant), what hourly wage is associated with that position? We very much appreciate the help. Library of Michigan data from 2016 includes minimum and maximum salary information for Class 3 libraries as well as average hours per week. From this, I calculated some parameters ... Have things changed much? Min Max Low $7.69* $7.88* High $30.67 $39.43 Mean $14.41 $22.81 Median $13.60 $22.20 * Was this minimum wage at the time? Significantly lower than the current $9.87. Averaging Min and Max for each case, I found a mid-point of about $17 or $18 per hour, which seems right to me. Jeffrey Babbitt, MLIS Director Dorr Township Library 1804 Sunset Dr. Dorr, MI 49323 616-681-9678 (o) 269-598-6929 (m)

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ABOS Virtual Bookmobile Parade!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

Take part in the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS) 2022 Virtual Bookmobile Parade by submitting a photo of your bookmobile or outreach van<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVNixsCSIm_FOGEiCDrh-woONFoCxcRCT…> (no book bikes -- they have their own celebration later in the year!) The virtual parade will take over ABOS social media platforms the week of April 4-8, 2022. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 25, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Central Time. Follow the Virtual Bookmobile Parade on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/abosoutreach<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> Twitter: twitter.com/abos_outreach<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> Instagram: www.instagram.com/abos.outreach<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.insta…> Yours in outreach, David Kelsey 2022 ABOS Past President pastpresident(a)abos-outreach.com<mailto:pastpresident@abos-outreach.com>

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Job Posting: Ionia, MDOC, Library Technician
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

Job Description Providing law and general library services to prisoners. Responsible for callouts for all functions in library area. Do librarian functions when librarian not on site. This position is performing senior level assignments by overseeing the legal writer program, order and maintaining materials and preparing reports. Required Education and Experience Education Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with 15 semester (24 term) credits in library technology, audio-visual technology, or media technology. Salary $19.82 - $29.52 Hourly Closing 2/27/2022 11:59 PM Eastern For full details visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/3415056/library-techni… Shannon White Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Call me on Teams<callto:whites29@michigan.gov>

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Job Posting: Newberry, MDOC, Librarian Manager - 12
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

Job Description Professional Librarian Manager is responsible for overseeing and supervising the operation of NCF and LMF libraries. This position includes the supervision of two staff, as well as supervising inmate library users and workers. The Librarian Manager uses professional skills and judgment in providing an institutional library that will meet department and library standards. Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a master's degree in library science. Experience Three years of professional experience providing librarian services equivalent to a Librarian, including one year equivalent to a Librarian P11. Salary $26.16 - $38.27 Hourly Closing 2/28/2022 12:00 AM Eastern For full details visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/3228763/librarian-mana… Shannon White Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Call me on Teams<callto:whites29@michigan.gov>

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Youth & Teen Services updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

MiYouth Wednesday, March 9, 2022 2:00 PM Join the Library of Michigan's Youth Services Advisory Council (YSAC) as we discuss the "return to play," programming, and reconnecting with your communities. Please have a camera/mic to participate, but you can also use the chatbox if that is not possible. Connect on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0QT09<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.z…> Password: 454345 MLA establishes a new Intellectual Freedom Task Force The Michigan Library Association actively advocates and educates in defense of intellectual freedom - the rights of library users to read, seek information, and speak freely as guaranteed by the First Amendment. Intellectual freedom is a core value of the library profession and a basic right in our democratic society. View MLA's Intellectual Freedom Statement of Principle (pdf).<https://www.milibraries.org/assets/docs/FINAL%20Statement%20of%20Principle%…> A new Intellectual Freedom Task Force has been established to coordinate with the Advocacy and Legislative Committee on developing progressive priorities relating to library collections, censorship and privacy. View details on the new Intellectual Freedom Task Force (pdf)<https://mla.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/Intellectual%20Freedom%20Task%20Fo…> The Michigan Library Association's Intellectual Freedom Task Force will serve as a subgroup and coordinate with the Advocacy and Legislative Committee on establishing progressive priorities relating to library collections, censorship and privacy. ICYMI Oceans of Possibilities with the Detroit Zoo<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVH5I43c_1Y> webinar recording is now up! The programming support materials are here: https://bit.ly/Oceans_Zoo. In case you missed it, the Detroit Zoo will be offering 2 live virtual programs for Michigan libraries this summer, as well as reading prize coupons! Stay tuned for an email from me with details on those resources [soon]. Water, Water Everywhere with the Michigan Learning Channel<https://www.michiganlearning.org/summer> recording will be posted soon, and they also offered wonderful resources for libraries this summer. Check out their channel for #OceansOfPossibilities: https://www.michiganlearning.org/resource/oceans-of-possibilities-at-your-l…. These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services March is Reading Month Don't forget that LM has provided pre-made graphics & content prompts for Ready to Read Michigan! Feel free to use on your social media sites: https://readytoreadmi.org/resources. #ReadyToReadMi This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Resources Resources for Educators, Families to Discuss the Events in Ukraine with Students<https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe/news/post/~board/news/post/resources-for-…> - San Diego County Office of Education Sesame Workshop's Military Families<https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/?_ga=2.211327126.2051731457.164…> Hope to see you at MLA Spring Institute<https://www.milibraries.org/spring-institute-sessions>! 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.

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FCL is hiring
by Crystal Peterson 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

POSITION: Librarian II - Head of Adult Services Full Time (40 hours per week). Includes evening and weekend hours. Due to our current department head accepting a director's position at one of the surrounding libraries, we are once again, hiring for the Head of Adult Services position. The ideal candidate will bring positivity, creative thinking, leadership, and an excitement to help the Farmington Community Library rebuild and grow. The Farmington Community Library is a District Library serving the communities of Farmington and Farmington Hills with two locations, 12 Mile and Liberty Street. FCL embraces diversity and promotes inclusion in its hiring and operations. 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: MLIS from an ALA accredited library school; professional certification as a librarian from the Library of Michigan; four (4) years of progressively responsible library experience with at least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred; ability to convey, for purposes of training staff, the basic principles, concepts, and methodology of professional librarianship in carrying out basic assignments, operations, or procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and supervisors; professional attitude towards providing public library services to patrons; familiarity with current technology and social media platforms. SALARY RANGE: $48,500 - $53,000 BENEFITS: vacation, holidays, medical insurance, sick time, employee assistance program, MERS retirement savings programs, and more. DEADLINE: Friday, March 11, 2022, 5:00 p.m. APPLICATION: Send cover letter, resume, and application<http://history.farmlib.org/pdfs/Employment_Application_3_2018.pdf> to: Crystal Peterson 32737 W. Twelve Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Crystal.Peterson(a)farmlib.org<mailto:Crystal.Peterson@farmlib.org> Crystal C. Peterson Executive Assistant Farmington Community Library<http://www.farmlib.org/> 32737 West Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334<x-apple-data-detectors://3/0> Ph: 248-848-430<tel:248-848-4302>3 Fax: 248-553-6892<tel:248-553-6892> [blocklogolarge]

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Part-Time Children’s Paraprofessional
by Crystal Peterson 25 Feb '22

25 Feb '22

Farmington Community Library is hiring a Part-Time Children’s Paraprofessional Crystal C. Peterson Executive Assistant Farmington Community Library<http://www.farmlib.org/> 32737 West Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334<x-apple-data-detectors://3/0> Ph: 248-848-430<tel:248-848-4302>3 Fax: 248-553-6892<tel:248-553-6892> [blocklogolarge]

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New legal resources class and cataloging class from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Feb '22

24 Feb '22

There is still time to register for these workshops from MCLS! Legal Resources for Public Libraries<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/61951a497161ca4cadf62069> NEW! 1-day class, March 10, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Copy Cataloging of Sound Recordings Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/61942d7d7161ca05ccf5f319> 3-day class, March 8-10, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org<https://mcls.corsizio.com/> To learn about our Cataloging Certificate Program click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Paying staff for book club/community read program reading time
by Andrea Ingmire 24 Feb '22

24 Feb '22

Hi all, We have several staff who are in charge of book clubs, participate in local community read programming, and/or statewide reading programs. Some of my staff read 10-12 books a year (or more) in support of these programs. In other words, they are reading for work. I’m interested in developing some type of system by which the library will give them paid time for part of the hours spent reading to support these programs. Not sure we can’t pay hour-for-hour for reading time but I’d like to offset this even a bit. Does anyone have a policy/structure for this type of work time? I’m thinking it could be included in our remote work agreements and would be a ratio such as: for every 4 hours reading you will earn 1 hour paid time. Up to x hours/month or year. I’m trying to figure out what this ratio would look like, how it would be tracked, and looking to find other Library policy examples (if they exist.) 😊 Thanks!! Andrea ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [logo-blue -building] Andrea Ingmire Library Director Peter White Public Library (906) 226-4303 (office) (906) 250-0080 (cell) (906) 226-1783 (fax) www.pwpl.info<http://www.pwpl.info/>

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Slogan'ing is Hard Work: 2025 Slogans/2026 Themes for CSLP
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Feb '22

24 Feb '22

Dear Summer Library Programmers, The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) is now collecting slogan suggestions for 2025, and themes for 2026! Yes, they work far in advance to get all the art, manual, and programming supports ready for your use. Your suggestions must be submitted here<https://forms.gle/SfvP8gJqJ219FHFg8> by Friday, February 25th. The survey asks for suggestions on the following: * 2025 Slogans - the theme is ART and the illustrator for 2025 is Brian Floca, for examples of his artwork go to: https://brianfloca.com/books.html. * 2026 Theme ideas - Recent/future themes include: 2018: music 2019: space 2020: tales, stories 2021: animals 2022: oceanography 2023: kindness, unity 2024: adventure 2025: art Slogans not chosen by State Reps may be used by the Manual committees for chapter headings. Your suggestions must be submitted here by Friday, February 25th: https://forms.gle/SfvP8gJqJ219FHFg8 This program is 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<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.

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