NewsletterfortheweekofJune19,2017 

 

Job ‐ Youth Services Librarian ‐ Milford Public Library 

Job ‐ Digital Learning Resources Librarian ‐ Marygrove College Library 

Job ‐ Academic Librarian ‐ Interlochen Center for the Arts 

Job ‐ Part‐time Programming Aide Intern ‐ Clarkston Independence District Library 

Job ‐ Teen Services Intern ‐ Plymouth District Library 

Job ‐ Library Services Media Intern ‐ Bloomfield Township Public Library 

Agenda ‐ Technology Committee Meeting ‐ June 20, 2017 

Circulation Statistics ‐ May 2017 

Job ‐ Library Aide ‐ Wayne Public Library 

“the first step on your path to enrichment – bringing the world to you”

Milford Public Library 330 Family Drive

Milford, MI 48381

p: 248.684.0845 f: 248.684.2923 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN

POSITION: Librarian I – Youth Services Part Time (up to 17 hours per week) Includes flexible day, evening and weekend hours DUTIES: Plan, promote, and implement youth programs in cooperation

with Head of Youth Services Provide reference and reader’s advisory assistance for library users of all ages Provide library users of all ages assistance accessing electronic information sources Participate in collection development projects QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA accredited library school (or close to

completion) Enthusiastic, positive public service orientation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively with the public and with other library employees Public library experience preferred

SALARY RANGE: $17.55- $18.00 per hour.

(Pre-professional scale $12.00-$14.04 per hour.) DEADLINE: Until position is filled. APPLICATION: Application form (available at milfordlibrary.info), resume, and

three references. Recent graduates and those nearing completion of their degree should provide a copy of their transcripts.

Karen Dobson, Head of Youth and Teen Services (kdobson@milfordlibrary.info)

Milford Public Library 330 Family Drive Milford, Michigan 48381

The Milford Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Digital Learning Resources Librarian

Position Title: Digital Learning Resources Librarian, Full-time Position

Department: Library

Reports to: The Library Director

Summary of Job Description

The Digital Learning Resources Librarian designs, develops and maintains digital learning resources,

including the online subject guides. This librarian also provides support for reference services and

information literacy instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. In consultation with the library team, creates and maintains digital learning resources in the

forms of web-based guides and tutorials on information literacy, library resources and

referencing styles.

2. In coordination with the college webmaster, works to enhance the library portal, and evaluate

the library website for its accuracy, currency and usability.

3. Explores opportunities to make Open Access (OA) materials and Open Educational Resources

(OER) available to the Marygrove College community.

4. Provides reference services and one-on-one consultations.

5. Conducts library orientation sessions and delivers information literacy instruction.

6. Pursues professional development opportunities.

7. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA accredited institution.

A curiosity about and a interest in new technological solutions to instructional problems.

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects.

Excellent problem-solving skills.

Preferred -

Teaching experience.

Working knowledge of a course management system.

Experience building and designing LibGuides.

Knowledge of html or other website enhancement tools.

Experience with website management.

Working knowledge of screen-capturing software, like Camtasia.

Application Procedure: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references to the

Director of the Library, using the following e-mail address: mkickham@marygrove.edu . Also, please

place the title of the position, 'Digital Learning Resources Librarian,” in the subject line. Review of

applications will begin July 3rd. EOE

Academic Librarian

Description: Interlochen Center for the Arts is looking to hire a full-time Academic Librarian. The Seabury Academic Library serves the many arts and academic programs at both Interlochen Arts Camp and Interlochen Arts Academy in a variety of ways.   The library staff • builds meaningful relationships with faculty, staff and students. • assists patrons in finding information. • provides a collection that reflects and anticipates patron’s needs. • creates a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. This position works closely with the Bonisteel Library Director and other library staff members in order to provide these services to the ICA community. Evening and weekend hours may be required for this position. 

Major Responsibilities: • Seeking an innovative and results-oriented librarian whose vision supports the

delivery of comprehensive library services. • Provide a high level of reference, research assistance, instruction and technical

support to our users • Employ best practices of teaching and learning for integrating information literacy • Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, and

students • Participate in the development and maintenance of website content, tutorials, and

other relevant library aids • Oversee the ILS and Ebsco Discovery • Oversee cataloging and processing of materials • Manage Interlibrary Services, Michigan e-library electronic resource management,

online collections, and digital services projects • Recommend and provide support implementing new and emerging technologies

and processes • Supervise high school community service students • Collaborate with other library staff on the selection of materials for the library • Assist in the collection of data and preparation of reports • Participate in school-wide committee work when applicable • Supervises community service students and summer interns • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications: • Must possess an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of a variety of library technologies • Cataloging experience with knowledge of OCLC Connexion: skilled in using

OCLC, knowledge of MARC and RDA, assigning subject headings and classification

• Evidence of the ability to work in a team environment and independently • Proficient in using and teaching search techniques and library databases • Knowledgeable in both the current and future trends and practices in libraries • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs • Ability to operate and troubleshoot various tech equipment • Desired qualifications include experience with Libguide and an undergraduate

degree in an arts-related field

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Compensation:  A competitive salary and benefits package is being offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

Application Process: To apply go to http://www.interlochen.org/careers  Under Current Employment Opportunities Required documents for application are: cover letter/letter of interest, resume and a current listing of three references. You can upload these documents during the submission of the application process by selecting "Apply and continue to upload documents" button. Please upload your documents in a pdf format. 

Review of materials will commence immediately and continue until the position has been filled. Materials submitted will be held in strictest confidence, and references will not be contacted without the permission of the applicant.

Part-time Programming Aide Intern Salary: $11.00- $16.00 per hour depending on experience Hours: 15-27.5 hours per week Primary job duties: Duties include, but are not limited to:

Planning, preparation and facilitation of programs for children from birth to age 12

Promotion of collections through creation of displays

Perform other library duties as assigned Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate education or library science program • Professional and enthusiastic attitude towards providing public library service to patrons • Experience working with children • A desire to serve the public in a positive manner • Familiarity with popular reading materials and genre collections for youth • Strong oral and written communication skills • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships • Knowledge of Integrated Library systems, Polaris preferred • Knowledge of popular office computer programs • Ability to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds • Flexibility to work varied hours

Reports to: Head of Children’s and Teen Services Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by email, mail or fax to: Tracy Bedford, Head of Children’s and Teen Services Clarkston Independence District Library 6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346 bedfordt@cidlibrary.org Fax: 248.625.8852 Deadline for applications: June 23rd at 5:00pm An Equal Opportunity Employer

Plymouth District Library – Job Posting http://plymouthlibrary.org

TITLE: Teen Services Intern

Part-time - 12hrs/wk

Schedule includes: day, evening and weekend hours.

SALARY: $15.39/ per hour

This position does not include benefits.

REPORTS TO: Adult and Teen Services Coordinator

DUTIES: Regular duties include reference, reader’s advisory, and programming for

patrons of all ages. Other tasks and special projects as assigned, such as

collection management, displays, and public computer instruction.

REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree.

Enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Library and/or Information

Science with preference to those with at least one year remaining in the

program before graduation.

COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Robyn Lowenstein, Business/HR Manager

humanresources@plymouthlibrary.org

Plymouth District Library

223 S. Main Street

Plymouth, MI 48170-1687

DEADLINE: 07/12/2017 by 4:00pm

This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and

compensation. Further information is available from the library. The Plymouth District Library

does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin,

citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status or disability. We provide

reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Bloomfield Township Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic library science student committed to high quality public Library service. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is a class V Library, with a service population of 42,000+ people. There is strong community support for the Library, collections, services and programs offered. The Library promotes inclusivity in the diverse collections and programs available to all ages and abilities. Technology is integrated into Library services. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality public service and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment.

POSITION TITLE: Library Science Media Intern

DEPARTMENT: Youth Services, reporting to Department Head HOURS:

Part-time, 20 hours weekly. Includes evenings and weekends. Internship limited to three-year length. WAGES & BENEFITS: $17.25 per hour with an increase to $17.77 after successfully completing a 90 day orientation period. Pro-rated paid time-off benefits, i.e., sick, personal business, vacation, holiday, and emergency time. Term life and disability income insurance provided. REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM:

Current enrollment in a Library Science Master’s degree program

Desire to serve the public in a positive, energetic manner

Familiarity with Windows-based computers

Flexible with scheduling

Able to lift, push, and/or pull at least 20 pounds; able to visually review materials and discern voice and audible tones

DESIRABLE:

Public library or retail work experience

Familiarity with current technologies and social media

General knowledge of library collections databases, downloadables, website and online catalog

RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct public service: provides positive public service in the Media Center for children,

teens, and adults, including media advisory, reference service, instruction in the online catalog and information. Indirect public service: compiles bibliographies and similar tools to promote the Media collection; prepares displays; assists the public service departments in maintaining order, weeding, and other collection development activities for non-print materials. Add content to the website. Policy: assists in the development and implementation of library policies and procedures. Professional development: maintains knowledge of state-of-the art technologies and directions. Seeks opportunities for professional growth and development.

APPLICATION, RESUME, COVER LETTER: Due July 12, 2017

Application is available on the Library’s website at www.btpl.org.

Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 248-642-5800

OR email to careers@btpl.org

LIBRARY SCIENCE INTERN

TYPICAL WORK WEEK’S TASKS

A typical work week for the Library Science Intern may include:

identify recently acquired items no longer on shelf or recorded in circulation • assist young patron in finding non-fiction DVD appropriate for report use • locate audio book by favorite author for patron • prepare display for bulletin board • verify titles and call numbers for discography • answer telephone calls regarding availability of item • instruct patron in the use of the online library catalog • create new items lists for online catalog • assist senior citizen with placing holds on videos • post information on Library website • assist patrons with downloading process

TLN Technology Committee Agenda Tuesday, June 20th, 2017 @ 9:30 am

Location

Clarkston Independence District Library

6495 Clarkston Road

Clarkston, MI 48346

http://www.cidlibrary.org/

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/S5q4QSFJ8sE2

Virtual:

If you are unable to attend in person, here are the instructions for attending virtually. Please prepare your PC at least 15 minutes prior to the presentation start time. Please use this link to join the TLN Tech Comm meeting via Video Conference (using GoToMeeting): https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/763799005 You will be connected to audio using your computer's microphone and speakers. A headset is recommended.

Meeting ID: 763-799-005

Usual Business • Introductions • Approval of Agenda and Minutes • TLN Update • Announcements & Upcoming Events Sharing Resources • Security Issues • Tech Tips • Websites Worth a Look • What’s New? Discussion Topics • My Reading Log • Media Conversion Station Equipment

To join the webinar remotely please go to

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/763799005

Next Meeting

Tuesday, July 18th, 2017 @ 9:30am

Location

Brighton District Library

100 Library Drive

Brighton, MI 48116

http://www.brightonlibrary.info/

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/gSpo9NLsqFG2

The Library Network

Monthly Circulation

May 2017

Shared System Libraries Non-Shared System Libraries

Addison Township Public Library 2,560 Birmingham Baldwin Public Library 34,800

Allen Park Public Library 7,365 Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Auburn Hills Public Library 13,562 Canton Public Library 103,712

Belleville Area District Library 13,961 Clarkston Independence District Library NR

Berkley Public Library 11,745 Dearborn Henry Ford Centennial Library NR

Brandon Township Public Library 10,685 Farmington Community Library NR

Brighton District Library 24,883 Fowlerville District Library NR

Chelsea District Library 21,353 Grosse Pointe Public Libraries NR

Clawson Blair Memorial Library 7,748 Hamburg Township Library NR

Commerce Township Community Library 22,901 Howell Carnegie District Library NR

Dearborn Heights North Library 12,997 Livonia Public Library-Vest Pocket NR

Dearborn Heights South Library 5,347 Northfield Township Area Library NR

Dexter District Library 28,086 Oakland County Library NR

Ecorse Public Library 475 Orion Township Public Library NR

Ferndale Area District Library 14,068 Pinckney Community Public Library NR

Flat Rock Public Library 4,852 Plymouth District Library 60,366

Franklin Public Library 1,769 Rochester Hills Public Library NR

Garden City Public Library 6,632 Saline District Library NR

Hamtramck Public Library 2,016 Southfield Public Library 28,912

Hartland Cromaine District Library 17,019 West Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Hazel Park District Library 4,341 Westland William P. Faust Public Library NR

Highland Township Public Library 13,287 Ypsilanti District Library 56,893

Huntington Woods Public Library 6,187

Inkster Public Library 758

Lincoln Park Public Library 4,202

Livonia Public Library- Alfred Noble 2,537

Livonia Public Library-Carl Sandburg 3,991

Livonia Public Library-Civic Center 33,023

Lyon Township Public Library 8,288

Madison Heights Public Library NR

Manchester District Library 4,240

Melvindale Public Library 1,578

Milford Public Library 14,084

Northville District Library 38,073

Novi Public Library 59,477

Oak Park Public Library 8,103

Oxford Public Library 14,076

Pontiac Public Library 4,478

Redford Township District Library 18,822

River Rouge Public Library 716

Riverview Public Library 5,241

Romulus Public Library 4,870

Royal Oak Public Library 26,829

Salem-South Lyon District Library 20,210

Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 10,875

Springfield Township Library 8,272

Taylor Community Library 10,006

Trenton Veterans Memorial Library 12,979

Walled Lake City Library NR

Waterford Township Public Library 21,307

Wayne Public Library 3,791

White Lake Township Library 14,181

Wixom Public Library 12,155

Wyandotte Bacon Memorial District Library 11,098

NR=Not Received Note: SLS totals do not include non-circulating items (NC)

The Library Network

Monthly Circulation

May 2017

Shared System Libraries Non-Shared System Libraries

Madison Heights Public Library NR Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Walled Lake City Library NR Clarkston Independence District Library NR

Novi Public Library 59,477 Dearborn Henry Ford Centennial Library NR

Northville District Library 38,073 Farmington Community Library NR

Livonia Public Library-Civic Center 33,023 Fowlerville District Library NR

Dexter District Library 28,086 Grosse Pointe Public Libraries NR

Royal Oak Public Library 26,829 Hamburg Township Library NR

Brighton District Library 24,883 Howell Carnegie District Library NR

Commerce Township Community Library 22,901 Livonia Public Library-Vest Pocket NR

Chelsea District Library 21,353 Northfield Township Area Library NR

Waterford Township Public Library 21,307 Oakland County Library NR

Salem-South Lyon District Library 20,210 Orion Township Public Library NR

Redford Township District Library 18,822 Pinckney Community Public Library NR

Hartland Cromaine District Library 17,019 Rochester Hills Public Library NR

White Lake Township Library 14,181 Saline District Library NR

Milford Public Library 14,084 West Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Oxford Public Library 14,076 Westland William P. Faust Public Library NR

Ferndale Area District Library 14,068 Canton Public Library 103,712

Belleville Area District Library 13,961 Plymouth District Library 60,366

Auburn Hills Public Library 13,562 Ypsilanti District Library 56,893

Highland Township Public Library 13,287 Birmingham Baldwin Public Library 34,800

Dearborn Heights North Library 12,997 Southfield Public Library 28,912

Trenton Veterans Memorial Library 12,979

Wixom Public Library 12,155

Berkley Public Library 11,745

Wyandotte Bacon Memorial District Library 11,098

Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 10,875

Brandon Township Public Library 10,685

Taylor Community Library 10,006

Lyon Township Public Library 8,288

Springfield Township Library 8,272

Oak Park Public Library 8,103

Clawson Blair Memorial Library 7,748

Allen Park Public Library 7,365

Garden City Public Library 6,632

Huntington Woods Public Library 6,187

Dearborn Heights South Library 5,347

Riverview Public Library 5,241

Romulus Public Library 4,870

Flat Rock Public Library 4,852

Pontiac Public Library 4,478

Hazel Park District Library 4,341

Manchester District Library 4,240

Lincoln Park Public Library 4,202

Livonia Public Library-Carl Sandburg 3,991

Wayne Public Library 3,791

Addison Township Public Library 2,560

Livonia Public Library- Alfred Noble 2,537

Hamtramck Public Library 2,016

Franklin Public Library 1,769

Melvindale Public Library 1,578

Inkster Public Library 758

River Rouge Public Library 716

Ecorse Public Library 475

NR=Not Received Note: SLS totals do not include non-circulating items (NC)

Employment Opportunity

The City of Wayne is accepting applications for the following position:

LIBRARY AIDE: Approximately 10-20 hours per week. Library aide applicants must have a

bachelor’s degree. Some completed MLIS coursework from an ALA accredited library school is

preferred. Applicants should be familiar with popular reading materials. Must be able to

communicate well with staff and patrons and have a strong public service orientation. Applicants

must be able to work independently. Experience with computers, software, automated catalog, and

online resources is strongly preferred.

Salary range: $10.96 per hour

The City of Wayne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are available online at

www.ci.wayne.mi and at the Personnel Department, 3355 S. Wayne Rd., Wayne, MI 48184.

Applications must be returned to the personnel department and will be accepted until 4 pm.

Thursday, June 29 2017.