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The Library Network Newsletter
October 06, 2014
Page 2 - Job - Library Associate - Westland Public Library
Page 3 - SASUG Meeting Agenda 10/9/2014
Page 4 - Job - Part TIme Shelver - Novi Public Library
Page 5 - Job - Young Adult Librarian - Farmington Community Library
Page 8 - Job - Head of Technical Services - Clarkston Independence District Library
Page 9 - Job - Library Page - Oak Park Public Library
Page 10 - Job - Substitute Library Page (3 positions) - Oak Park Public Library
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6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185-9118
Phone: (734) 326-6123 Fax: (734) 595-4612
Website: http://www.westlandlibrary.org
Library Associate, Youth Services Department.
Posted October 2, 2014.
1 available position.
32 hours per week, $14.50 per hour, includes evenings and weekends, no benefits.
Responsibilities of the Position:
Under the supervision of the Head of Youth Services, performs paraprofessional work serving library
patrons directly or indirectly. Provides information and recommendations that can be used for materials
selection in the Youth Services Department. Plans, organizes, and conducts library services and
programs in Youth Services. Organizes library displays. Assists patrons with ready-reference questions
and readers’ advisory, bibliographic instruction, and database searching. Assists with collection
maintenance, such as weeding. Maintains pamphlet file and prepares bibliographies. Strong customer
service skills are essential.
Detailed Library Association, Youth Services Department description available at:
http://westlandlibrary.org/about/jobs
Email cover letter, resume, and, a list of 3 references to: Andy Schuck, Department Head of Youth
Services at [email protected]
Shared Automation System Users Group
Executive Committee Agenda
1:00 p.m. October 9, 2014
Livonia Civic Center Library
I. Call to Order
A. Welcome new Committee member – James Miller from Manchester B. Election of Officers
C. Set meeting location, time, and dates through September 2014
II. Approval of Agenda
III. Approval of September 11, 2014 meeting minutes
IV. Reports A. Budget A. Neville
B. TLN Board Meeting M. McCarville C. Symphony Update A. Neville
D. Technology Services Update A. Michelini
V. Unfinished Business A. Update on catalog enhancements – On hold text messaging implementation,
Enterprise, E-Resource Central, online user registration, Library Anywhere B. Survey - SAS library agreements with non-SAS libraries
C. ILS Future planning C. Morse a) Survey review summaries
D. Ex-Comm election B. Willemsen E. TLN / SLC reciprocity C. Morse
F. SAS buy-in formula J. Pletz G. TLN Board liason and 2014-15 committee officers
VI. New Business
VII. Other items from Committee members
VIII. Adjourn
September 30, 2014
The Farmington Community Library is seeking a creative, energetic, ambitious, and dedicated full-time Young Adult Librarian to help plan, direct and implement the
Library’s young adult services. This candidate should have knowledge of current best practices for young adult services, familiarity with reference materials for young adult
collections, an awareness of current reading, viewing and listening interests of young adults, and excellent technology skills.
A Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school, with a minimum of one year public library experience is required.
Position Available: Full-time Young Adult Librarian
Farmington Branch Salary: $37,153 to $53,274 per year
Part-time Position 40 hours per week. Hours will be scheduled to
include evenings, Saturdays and Sundays.
Fringe Benefits: Excellent Deadline for applications is October 10, 2014 by 5:00 p.m.
Please submit your resume and application which is available at
http://history.farmlib.org/library/pdfs/fclemploymentapp.pdf and 1 - 2 pages describing your experience working with teens, ages 12-17. Include why you want to work with teens, how you would implement fun/creative teen programs, and your thoughts and
ideas about integrating technology into teen programming.
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Send your resume to: Elyse Streit, Library Director
Farmington Community Library 32737 West Twelve Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334 [email protected]
Interviews: Interviews will be held on Friday, October 17, 2014 at the Farmington Branch of the Farmington Community Library, 23500 Liberty Street,
Farmington, MI.
Employee Classification: Librarian I Job Summary:
Under the supervision of Senior Librarians and the Branch Head, Librarians beginning their career focus on the Library’s philosophy, policies and procedures as they apply the
knowledge gained in library school. New librarians provide public services to children, young adults or adults. Such services include reader’s advisory, reference in print and electronic and programming. Continued experience and proven ability provide the
opportunity for advancement to Librarian II.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities May Include:
Provides quick and accurate reference and reader’s advisory services to the public,
using both print and electronic resources. Assists patrons in learning to use the automated circulation system, electronic
resources, and the Internet.
Provides Young Adult and or Adult programming, under the supervision of the Department Head.
Participates in collection development in assigned areas with responsibil ity for selection, weeding and promoting use of the collection through creation of
bibliographies.
Becomes familiar with the Library’s Reference Collection and all special collections,
thereby serving as a resource for other Information Desk staff.
May receive a secondary assignment to demonstrate employee’s understanding and mastery of the Library’s approach to a special collection or service.
Serves as the Librarian-In-Charge of the building, when assigned. Must be knowledgeable about and able to make decisions in situations dealing with Library
security, emergency procedures and conflict resolution. Able to provide technical assistance to patrons and fellow staff on various platforms
and devices.
Able to troubleshoot and/or formulate viable work-arounds to ensure patron
satisfaction.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the
American Library Association.
Professional certification as a Librarian from the Library of Michigan.
Application of the basic principles, concepts and methodology of professional librarianship in carrying out basic assignments, operations or procedures.
Critical thinking skills, as applied to successfully answering reference inquiries.
Knowledge of literature, current events, and general information found helpful in
resolving reference inquiries.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Professional attitude towards providing public library services to patrons.
High competency with current technology, i.e., computer literacy, knowledge of the Internet and applicable knowledge of various platforms including mobile and tablet
devices.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and
supervisors.
Excellent understanding of Library policies, procedures, philosophy and Public
Service Values.
Team player with willingness to work together to solve problems while providing
premiere patron services. Physical Activity Requirements:
[Degree of physical demands (strength) usually associated with the essential functions of the job]
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work
usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. The type of physical demands usually associated with the essential functions of this classification are:
stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead and horizontally, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing.
Equipment Commonly Associated with this Job: Computer equipment plus peripherals, scanner, computer projector, telephone
reception system, microform reader printers and office machinery, among others.
Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346
Phone: (248) 625-2212 | FAX: (248) 625-8852 | Internet: www.indelib.org
Head of Technical Services The Clarkston Independence District Library seeks an enthusiastic, organized individual to join a positive, team-oriented work environment and lead our Technical Services Department. Working as part of our team, this individual will maximize patron access to library resources in a community that is excited to rediscover the value of its library after a recent millage success. Hours: 40 hours per week, includes some evenings and weekends Salary: $38,000-$46,000 depending on qualifications and experience Benefits: Health, dental, and optical insurance; Disability and life insurance; Vacation, sick
and personal days; Retirement plan. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Hire, train, schedule and supervise a team of library technicians and volunteers
• Maximize patron access to library resources • Develop, document, provide training and oversee procedures and workflows
to ensure efficiency and an accurate collection database • Perform original cataloging as needed • Oversee the flow of interlibrary loan • Coordinate collections and manage budgets for downloadable resources • Provide data on collections to assist in collection development • Assess the library’s catalog on an ongoing basis and oversee projects to
improve or correct cataloging issues • Collaborate closely with the Head of Circulation/IT Manager • Work with departmental librarians on a variety of collections projects • Develop Library policies and procedures as part of the administrative team • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• MLIS preferred • Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to work
independently and as a team leader • Supervisory experience • Strong cataloging, processing and MARC experience • Experience working with an ILS, Polaris preferred • Collection development experience • Desire and ability to provide excellent customer service
Reports to the Library Director Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email, mail or fax to: Julie Meredith, Library Director Clarkston Independence District Library 6495 Clarkston Road Clarkston, MI 48346 [email protected] Fax: 248.625.8852 Deadline for applications: Monday, October 13, 2014 at 5:00pm An Equal Opportunity Employer
Submit application (available at the Circulation Desk) and your resume by OCTOBER 17th to:
Diane Lemanski, Director of Human Resources & Operations
City of Oak Park, 14000 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI 48237
Only those chosen to be interviewed will be contacted.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
1. Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to
shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
3. Deliver and retrieve items throughout the library by hand or using pushcart.
4. Unpack and pack boxes of books and other library materials.
5. Maintains appearance of work and public areas.
6. May assist in temporary projects in the library involving basic computer skills.
7. Perform various procedures prior to opening and closing the library: checking exit doors, arranging
chairs etc and other duties as assigned.
8. Packs and unpacks boxes of books and other library materials.
9. Operate library and office equipment such as audio-visual equipment, copiers, computers, etc.
10. Other routine clerical and maintenance work as assigned.
11. May be trained for & assigned other duties as needed.
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION : Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area,
stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Sort and shelve books and issue and receive
library materials. Provide basic assistance to patrons and other staff. Reports to Library Director
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing,
managing files and records and other basic office procedures and terminology.
2. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal service.
3. Mathematic, Reading Comprehension & English skills of a high school graduate or equivalent.
4. Skill in active listening, giving full attention to what people are saying, asking questions as
appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
5. Skill in service orientation by actively looking for ways to assist staff and patrons.
6. Skill in time management by organizing, prioritizing and completing tasks in a timely manner.
7. Ability to bend, stoop, and perform repetitive arm, hand and body movements throughout the day
such as reaching overhead to shelve books weighing up to 5 pounds; moving pushcarts, etc
8. Ability to speak concisely and clearly so that others can understand.
9. Ability to see details at close range.
10. Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and other shifts as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Must pass interview and evaluation administered by the Library Director.
2. High School Diploma or equivalent.
3. Prior experience in customer service preferred.
HELP WANTED: Library Page (1 position) $8.15 / hour Max. 24 hrs/wk--including 1 Evening or Weekend Shift
Submit application (available at the Circulation Desk) and your resume by OCTOBER 17th to:
Diane Lemanski, Director of Human Resources & Operations
City of Oak Park, 14000 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI 48237
Only those chosen to be interviewed will be contacted.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
1. Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to
shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
3. Deliver and retrieve items throughout the library by hand or using pushcart.
4. Unpack and pack boxes of books and other library materials.
5. Maintains appearance of work and public areas.
6. May assist in temporary projects in the library involving basic computer skills.
7. Perform various procedures prior to opening and closing the library: checking exit doors, arranging
chairs etc and other duties as assigned.
8. Packs and unpacks boxes of books and other library materials.
9. Operate library and office equipment such as audio-visual equipment, copiers, computers, etc.
10. Other routine clerical and maintenance work as assigned.
11. May be trained for & assigned other duties as needed.
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION : Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area,
stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Sort and shelve books and issue and receive
library materials. Provide basic assistance to patrons and other staff. Reports to Library Director
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing,
managing files and records and other basic office procedures and terminology.
2. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal service.
3. Mathematic, Reading Comprehension & English skills of a high school graduate or equivalent.
4. Skill in active listening, giving full attention to what people are saying, asking questions as
appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
5. Skill in service orientation by actively looking for ways to assist staff and patrons.
6. Skill in time management by organizing, prioritizing and completing tasks in a timely manner.
7. Ability to bend, stoop, and perform repetitive arm, hand and body movements throughout the day
such as reaching overhead to shelve books weighing up to 5 pounds; moving pushcarts, etc
8. Ability to speak concisely and clearly so that others can understand.
9. Ability to see details at close range.
10. Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and other shifts as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Must pass interview and evaluation administered by the Library Director.
2. High School Diploma or equivalent.
3. Prior experience in customer service preferred.
HELP WANTED: Substitute Library Page (3 positions) $8.15 / hour
Flexible Hours— May include Evening or Weekend Shifts
