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NWTC Searches for Library Circulation Technician

4/30/2021

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Library Circulation Technician
Northeast WI Technical College - Green Bay Campus


HOURS: 37.5 hours per week. Mon - Fri 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Flexibility to work other hours as needed.
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MINIMUM STARTING RATE OF PAY: $18.24/hour

POSITION SUMMARY: Answer reference and library-related questions and instruct in the use of library resources. Provide computer support and instruction to internal/external patrons online, via phone, and within the library.  Circulate/reshelf materials and equipment, complete loan requests, maintain physical collections, send notices to patrons, and market the library through social media.

Click here to get more details and to apply.

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Nic News Weekly: April 30, 2021

4/30/2021

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Below are the headlines from the April 30, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:
  • Welcome Shannon Nichola Stoner, Gillett Public Library Director
  • Everyone Has a Story to Tell: Library Stories Toolkit
  • Employment Opportunities
    • Shawano County Library is Hiring Library Assistants
    • NWTC Searches for Library Circulation Technician
    • Executive Director/CEO, Wisconsin Library Association
  • Continuing Education Highlights:
    • Present at the WLA SSCS Conference
    • Passive Programming That Pulls Them In: Provocative Passive Programming Ideas
    • U.S. Census Bureau Data Summit for Librarians
    • REMINDER: WAPL Conference is May 4-7
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Shawano County Library is Hiring Library Assistants: Shawano & Birnamwood

4/28/2021

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3 Library Assistant Positions Available

LIBRARY ASSISTANTS
  • 3 positions available:
    • Shawano: 20 hours a week
    • Shawano: 26 hours a week
    • Birnamwood: 20 hours a week
  • $11.20 per hour
  • Desirable skills: previous customer service & computer experience

Applications accepted at co.shawano.wi.us
Library Assistant - Shawano, WI
26 hours per week

This position is eligible to participate in life insurance, Wisconsin Retirement Fund, and accrue PTO.
Job Summary: Performs circulation and customer service functions. Answers directional questions and refers customers to appropriate materials.​

Library Assistant - Shawano, WI
20 hours per week
Job Summary: Performs circulation and customer service functions. Answers directional questions and refers customers to appropriate materials.

Library Assistant - Birnamwood, WI
20 hours per week
Job Summary: Performs circulation and customer service functions. Answers directional questions and refers customers to appropriate materials.

Get more information at
www.co.shawano.wi.us/career_opportunities
See more Library Employment Opportunities throughout Northeast Wisconsin Here
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Welcome, Shannon!

4/28/2021

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Shannon Stoner
Shannon Nichola Stoner is the new director of the Gillett Public Library. She moved to Gillett, Wisconsin in 2006 from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She has a master's degree in English from Arcadia University.

Shannon is a published author of three books: The Rise of Sekhmet, The Circlet of Isis, and The Scepter of Osiris. Her hobbies include writing, playing video games, reading, painting, and drawing. She loves spending time with her three cats: Abby, Kesia Rose, and Asharra. She has also published several poems throughout high school.

If you'd like to say hello to Shannon, her email is sstoner@gilpubliclibrary.org.

​Welcome, Shannon!
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JOB POSTING: Executive Director/CEO, Wisconsin Library Association

4/27/2021

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Executive Director (CEO)
Wisconsin Library Association

(Non-profit, Virtual/Remote, Association Management)

The Wisconsin Library Association (WLA), one of the nation’s strongest and most progressive state library associations, seeks an Executive Director.

Since its founding in 1891, the Association has provided leadership and support for all aspects of library services and librarianship, while also actively advocating for legislation impacting libraries and librarians.

WLA seeks an Executive Director who will work closely with the WLA and WLA Foundation Boards of Directors to continue to expand membership, oversee daily operations of the Association, promote and strengthen the library communities of Wisconsin, and advance WLA’s mission and goals with integrity, confidence, and vision.


WLA is a fully remote office. Salary $85,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Current or future residency in Wisconsin is strongly preferred.

Please visit www.johnkeister.com/WLA/ for more details and to apply. Questions? Inquiries are welcome at:
   John Keister & Associates
   Executive Search for Libraries

   johnkeister.com
   wla@johnkeister.com
   847-955-0541
Review more employment opportunities here.
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Kewaunee Public Library Receives National Grant for Small & Rural Libraries

4/26/2021

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$3,000 Grant Will Help the Library Work with Residents to Expand Spanish Language Collection

Kewaunee Public Library has been selected as one of 300 libraries to participate in Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries, an American Library Association (ALA) initiative that helps library workers better serve their small and rural communities.

The competitive award comes with a $3,000 grant that will help the library to meet with the Hispanic community, gain their input, highlight library services available, and then purchase materials to meet their needs.

“We are so proud to be chosen for this amazing opportunity,” said Library Director Carol Petrina. “This grant will allow our library to get to know our Hispanic residents better and help us build a more complete collection to serve their needs and the needs of our community overall.”

As part of the grant, Kewaunee Public Library staff will take an online course in how to lead conversations, a skill vital to library work today. Staff will then host a community conversation with residents about library services offered and the desired materials needed by the Hispanic community, and use the grant funds to acquire desired materials to meet the needs expressed.

“More literature in Spanish would attract more Spanish speakers to the library, bringing with them their children," said bilingual educator and Kewaunee resident, Aaron Sisneros. “Spending time in a library surrounded by books fosters a love for reading. EL (English Learner) students often struggle in reading, and anything we can do to encourage them to read more is imperative. If we give parents a reason to come to the library, a culture and an appreciation of literature naturally develops. Appreciation of multiculturalism makes for a more inclusive society. Adding more Spanish resources to the Kewaunee Public Library would benefit not only Spanish speakers, but the entire Kewaunee community.”

If you are interested in getting involved or taking part in the conversation, please contact the library at (920) 388-5015 or visit www.kewauneepubliclibrary.org for more information.

Since 2014, ALA’s Libraries Transforming Communities initiative has re-imagined the role libraries play in supporting communities. Libraries of all types have utilized free dialogue and deliberation training and resources to lead community and campus forums; take part in anti-violence activities; provide a space for residents to come together and discuss challenging topics; and have productive conversations with civic leaders, library trustees and staff.

Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is an initiative of the American Library Association in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries.
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Nic News Weekly: April 23, 2021

4/23/2021

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Below are the headlines from the April 23, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:
  • COVID-19 Poster Project
  • WiLS Community Chronicle: April 2021 Edition
  • A Virtual Book Talk with Walter Echo Hawk
  • WiLS Ideas to Action Fund: Save the Date
  • Read Africa Grants Deadline Approaches: Apply by May 1
  • U.S. Census Bureau Data Summit for Librarians
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State of America's Libraries 2021 Special Report: COVID-19

4/22/2021

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Provided by the American Library Association

"In 2020, libraries of all types stepped up to meet the needs of their communities as they responded to the impacts of COVID-19, a national financial crisis, and social unrest. They were at the center of some of our nation’s most consequential work, including supporting accurate counts in the US Census, fighting political disinformation, and facilitating free and fair elections.
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Libraries also extended necessary lifelines to community members facing job losses, healthcare crises, and remote work and learning during an unprecedented and uncertain time. As we assess the state of America’s libraries, we find 2020 was a year when library professionals answered the call to serve amid multiple emergencies and a year when library workers again proved to be essential “first restorers” or “second responders.”

Read more about libraries' response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Top Ten Most Challenged Books of 2020 in the State of America's Libraries 2021 Special Report: COVID-19."
Read the State of America's Libraries Report 2021 (PDF)
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Nic News Weekly: April 16, 2021

4/16/2021

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Below are the headlines from the April 16, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:
  • ALSC Intellectual Freedom Programming Toolkit
  • Trustee 101 & 201 Online Workshops in May & June
  • Present at the WLA Support Staff and Circulation Services (SSCS) Conference
  • Preservation Week - Save your stuff and pass it on!
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Ryan Dowd Webinar Recordings: 4 New Customer Service Trainings

4/12/2021

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If you missed any of Ryan Dowd’s customer service training webinars, you can watch the archived recordings when you log in to your "Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness" account at https://my.nicheacademy.com/dpi-wi-staff. If you don’t have an account yet, just email Joy Schwarz (NEWI) and she'll get you enrolled!

Here are the newest webinars added this year:
  • Prejudice: Responding to Prejudicial Comments From Customers
  • Resolving Liberal vs. Conservative Conflict in the Workplace
  • Service Animals: Your Obligations Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Unattended Children: How to Talk to Parents About Their Children's Behavior

Here are all the other archived webinars you can watch there:
  1. Advanced Body Language
  2. Body Odor: The Dreaded Conversation
  3. Burnout and Stress (Updated): Just in Case 2021 is as Bad as 2020
  4. Burnout, Vicarious Trauma, and Compassion Fatigue
  5. COVID: How to Deal with Problem Behaviors Related to COVID-19
  6. Dementia and Alzheimer's: Compassionately and Effectively Working with People With Dementia
  7. Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault
  8. Getting Hit on by Customers: Women (and Men) Share Their Tools for Stopping Unwanted Attention
  9. Homeless Q&A with Ryan, Part 1
  10. Homeless Q&A with Ryan, Part 2
  11. Homelessness 201: A Deeper Understanding
  12. Jerks with Homes: How to Deal with Members of the Public Who are Being Jerks About Homeless Folks
  13. Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness (core training)
  14. Ornery Teenagers: Compassionately and Effectively Managing Their Problem Behaviors
  15. Supervisor Training: Tips for Managers
  16. Traumatic Brain Injury: Invisible Cause of Homelessness
If you don’t see all these trainings when you log in to your account, click the green graduation cap icon in the top right-hand corner.

When you finish a course, you can download a pdf of your Certificate of Completion by clicking the green "Download Certificate" button. When you complete a course, you may count it as a continuing education (CE) activity. The number of tutorials increases each month – the courses now include the 3½ hour Core Training + 19 one-hour archived webinars.

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ALSC Intellectual Freedom Programming Toolkit

4/12/2021

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The ALSC (Association for Library Service to Children) Intellectual Freedom Committee has published a free Intellectual Freedom Programming toolkit. 
Download the ALSC Intellectual Freedom Programming Toolkit
The ALSC Intellectual Freedom committee writes: "Inside the toolkit, you will find practical, easy-to-implement tips for incorporating intellectual freedom and Information literacy into library cornerstone programs and services. Sample programs include storytimes, book clubs, outreach, and STEAM activities. They include both virtual and in-person activities, so you can serve your community flexibly, regardless of your current service model. An annotated list of additional resources rounds out the toolkit, making it easy for busy practitioners to find more tips and support.

We’re living in a climate of misinformation and heightened mistrust in news media and other information sources. Raising awareness of information literacy and intellectual freedom issues with our families has never been more important. Developing these crucial skills helps keep kids informed, safe, and prepared to support their communities."

  • Read the ALSC Blog Introductory Post
  • View the ALSC Intellectual Freedom Programming Toolkit​

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SSCS Call for Program Proposals: Submissions Due April 30, 2021

4/9/2021

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The following call for proposals comes from Cynthia Arauz (La Crosse Public Library):

"Planning for the 2021 WLA Support Staff and Circulation Services (SSCS) Virtual One-Day Professional Development Conference is in full swing!

​The conference will be held Thursday, May 27, 2021. This one-day conference will be held virtually, and the theme will be “Supporting and Serving Through Challenges” and will assist attendees with thriving in challenged times while still successfully serving their communities.
​

The conference planning committee is now accepting proposals and recommendations for presentations, panels, and workshops. Suggested topics include, but are not limited to: diverse hiring practices, adaptivity to constant change, how to approach state, federal, and city mandates, living in a virtual world, how to advocate for those without a voice, virtual fatigue, and staying relevant with limited services. What is it that makes you and your library stand out? Successful presentations should be approximately 45 minutes, include 10-15 minutes of question and answer, showcase effective and innovative practices, and be applicable to many types of libraries. Help yourself and your fellow library staff by sharing your expertise and presenting at the SSCS Conference. 

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Governor Evers Issues National Library Week Proclamation

4/9/2021

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Governor Tony Evers issued a proclamation in recognition of #NationalLibraryWeek, recognizing that “libraries of all types are at the heart of cities, towns, schools, campuses, and communities throughout Wisconsin." Learn more about National Library Week and Governor Evers' Proclamation at http://bit.ly/NLW2021WI.

View PDF files here: National Library Week​​​ (​Accessible ​​Version​​​)​
Image of Proclamation by Gov. Evers
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Nic News Weekly: April 9, 2021

4/9/2021

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Below are the headlines from the April 9, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:
  • Is Your Library Hiring? Let's Get the Word Out Together
  • WeCOPE: Connecting with our Positive Emotions
  • Webinars in April (NEWI)
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Webinars in April (NEWI)

4/5/2021

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Please check the NEWI list of free webinars to find online continuing education opportunities you may attend from where you are, whether in the library or working from home. Most sessions are 60 minutes long, and are provided – at no charge to you – by associations, agencies, companies, and library systems. There’s a lot to choose from, so here’s a sample of topics that may be of interest to you.

COVID-19 pandemic topics, click title to register:
  • From Plexiglass to Physical Distancing: Library Spaces in 2021 - 1pm on Thursday, Apr 15
  • Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines and How they Impact the Reopening and Ongoing Operations Plans for Libraries - 2pm on Thursday, Apr 15

Managing stress & building resilience webinars, click title to register:
  • Compassion – Divided. Disconnected. Tired. - 9am on Wednesday, Apr 7
  • Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue - Noon on Wednesday, Apr 7
  • Self-Care: Awareness, Acknowledgement, Action - 1pm on Wednesday, Apr 7
  • Mental Health First Aid and Trauma-Informed Approaches for Libraries - 2pm on Tuesday, Apr 13
  • Re-envisioning Resilience: Become the Narrator of Your Story - Noon on Monday, Apr 26
  • Mental Maintenance - 9am on Wednesday, Apr 28

Equity, diversity and inclusion webinars, click title to register:
  • From Being to Doing: Anti-Racism as Action at Work - 1pm on Tuesday, Apr 13
  • Collection Development to Support Indigenous Patrons: Looking for Mirrors in the Library - 1:30pm on Monday, Apr 19
  • Uplifting Native Voices: Carole Lindstrom and Michaela Goade discuss "We Are Water Protectors" - 1pm on Wednesday, Apr 21
  • Book Clubs for Neurodivergent Adults: Let’s Get Together! - 2pm on Wednesday, Apr 21
  • Diversifying Your Collection as a Small Library - 1pm on Thursday, Apr 22
  • Measuring the Success of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs - 1pm on Wednesday, Apr 28

A sample of webinars on other topics; click title to register:
  • Surviving and Thriving With Bad Bosses - 1pm on Tuesday, Apr 13
  • Planning an Exit Strategy for a Board Member - 11am on Wednesday, Apr 14
  • Adult Take & Make Ideas for Your Library - 1pm on Wednesday, Apr 14
  • Story Time STEM with Steve Spangler: Strategies for Connecting Amazing Science with Great Children’s Literature - 2pm on Wednesday, Apr 14
  • Communicating Impact 2: Helping Stakeholders See the Story in Your Data - 9am on Friday, Apr 23
  • Smart Spaces are Community Places - 2pm on Tuesday, Apr 27

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