Thursday, December 23, 2021
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
VOICES FOR INFORMATION EQUITY
A Conversation with Dr. Safiya Noble, Author of Algorithms and Oppression, UCLA
A Spring 2022 Webinar Series featuring Library and Information Science Scholars discussing contemporary conversations on race, gender, sexuality, class, and information equality.
A Conversation with Dr. Safiya Noble, Author of Algorithms and Oppression, UCLA
Library Freedom Project: Practicing library ethics through community
“It was like he was writing my life”: How ethnic identity affected my family’s interpretation of an Afro Latinx text
The Chicana Imaginary in The Picturebooks
Tomaquag Museum: Decolonizing Archives, Telling our Stories, & Building Collaborations
Sponsored by:
URI College of Arts & Sciences
URI Graduate School of Library & Information Studies
URI Harrington School of Media
Minor in Latin American, Carribean and Latinx Studies
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
JOB OPPORTUNITY: CITY OF NORWALK, CT: Manager of Branch Library
CITY OF NORWALK invites applications for the position of Manager of Branch Library
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY Hourly $56.93 - $67.29 Annually $111,439.00 - $131,717.00
OPENING DATE: 12/08/21
CLOSING DATE: 01/08/22 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Position Definition:
Plans, organizes and supervises the Branch Library; including the development and promotion of services; supervises business and maintenance operations of Branch Library; and performs general professional library work.
General Duties:
Receives oral or written direction from Director. Responds to and resolves patron complaints and concerns. Plans work and priorities according to standard procedures. Assigns work to professional and support staff as needed. Oversees the computerized circulation of library materials. Oversees training of staff members in circulation procedures and in dealing with the public. Holds meetings for staff communication and development. Responsible for the selection of book and non-book materials. Confers with Director on purchase of items. Oversees the removal of outdated or damaged materials. Supervises the administrative detail work of the Library Branch including business and maintenance matters. Provides professional library assistance to members of the public in reference and related research requests. Assists the Director in near-term and long-range planning for library development. Recommends policy changes to the Director. Prepares statistical and narrative reports of some complexity for the Director. Consults with Director on branch budget recommendations. Administers approved budget for Branch Library. Plans and implements children and adult section programming. Works closely with the Library Director on branding, marketing, newsletters, and social media. Reports goals achieved to the Director. Additional Duties: Attends Library Board meetings as required. Recommends the employment, promotion, or discipline of employees. Prepares training and development programs for library staff members. Participates in professional library organizations to remain current of developments in library practices, specifically Branch services. Develops and maintains connections with local public and private schools and colleges. Speaks to civic, cultural and other public groups to promote interest in the Library. Recommends reclassification of selected materials. Performs work in other areas of the library as assigned. Supervised By: Receives general direction from Library Director.
Note: The description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. The position requires working some evenings and weekends.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to apply principles of Library Science to solve practical problems in situations where only limited standardization exists. Knowledge of equity and diversity initiatives. Ability to understand the uniqueness of the neighborhood it serves and to deliver the appropriate services. Ability to follow and enforce policies and procedures. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to prioritize assigned duties and report accomplished tasks to supervisor. Ability to prepare and deliver brief, concise and attractive reports of library services and facilities both orally and in writing. A working knowledge of computer applications for library services and to conduct virtual meetings. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Ability to work effectively with library staff and library patrons.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master’s degree in Library Science and four years of progressively responsible public library experience, including two years supervising unionized staff. Ability to speak Spanish and/or Haitian Creole language is preferred. SPECIAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: License or Certificate: Not applicable. This position is a Grade 07. ***Effective January 1, 2022, Salary Range is as follows: $112,665.00 - $133,166.00***
APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/norwalk/default.cfm
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Job #0021-01-2021 MANAGER OF BRANCH LIBRARY AW
PLA 2022 Conference
There's still time to save $280 on #PLA2022 registration using the Early Bird discount! Not a member? Join today to save on conference fees AND get yearlong ALA/PLA member benefits! Early Bird ends Jan. 7, 2022.
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Put to the Test Health departments rely on libraries to distribute COVID-19 testing kits
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, libraries have served both informally and officially as public health partners, from 3D-printing personal protective equipment to serving as vaccination sites. Now, as the country continues to ease masking and social-distancing restrictions, libraries are again stepping into the role as a point of care—this time by helping to distribute rapid, at-home COVID-19 testing kits.
To learn more, please click on the link below:
https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2021/12/01/put-to-the-test/?fbclid=IwAR1PEMQbtg5P4mxelB8HZyaSgqEC7GiBNjizPwhoKd-zlgUXiDxl6Im2O_I
ALA launches new eLearning website
Welcome to ALA eLearning, the leading global content provider of courses, webinars, and customized eLearning content for library and information workers in all types of libraries and related organizations. Designed to meet your evolving learning needs, ALA eLearning brings together content from every office and division of ALA in one place.
New events are added all the time; search and browse for fee-based eCourses and webinars as well as free events. Come learn with ALA and its divisions and offices!
2022 Reading Across Rhode Island book is FIREKEEPER’S DAUGHTER by Angeline Boulley!
Rhode Island Center for the Book
The 2022 Reading Across Rhode Island book is FIREKEEPER’S DAUGHTER by Angeline Boulley! Grab a copy at your local library or bookstore and join in the conversation! Contact kate@ribook.org if you would like books for your classroom or library.Rhode Island Library Association Rhode Island Department of Education - RIDE Rhode Island Council for the Humanities RISCA - Rhode Island State Council on the Arts Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy Rhode Island PBS Education Services Rhode Island PBS Education Services
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