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Minnesota Library Futures Group

There is still time to apply – deadline is September 8.

Envision the Library in 2025—Apply to be part of the Minnesota Library Futures Group

Library staff born between 1975-1985 are encouraged to apply for a place in the Minnesota Library Futures Group. This group of 24 will engage in a focused conversation to “Envision the Library in 2025” and to address the challenges & opportunities that face Minnesota libraries as they evolve to meet the changing demands of users and society.

Staff from all types of libraries are encouraged to apply. You do not need a library degree to participate, but you must demonstrate a commitment to libraries and show a willingness to participate in all Futures Groups meetings and events. Those selected will be expected to share their learning and results in various library settings during and after the Initiative. The first meeting of the Group will be in mid-October, with additional meetings determined by members of the group. The Group is expected to complete its work by May 2011.

More details--including the reasons the Steering Committee focused on staff between 25 & 35 years old--and the online application link can be found here: http://mnlfi.pbworks.com/Minnesota-Library-Futures-Initiative

This is an exciting opportunity to have a voice in how Minnesota’s libraries grow toward the future. You will learn a lot, meet interesting people, contribute to the evolution of Minnesota libraries, and more. It is definitely a commitment of time and energy beyond your library day, but it will be worth it! Apply today!

Not within the age range yourself? You can participate by encouraging staff you know to apply. You can also offer your expertise to the Futures Group by volunteering to be on the Resources Subcommittee. All Futures Initiative events will be open to the entire library community.

Please share this announcement with the library community. We are looking for a wide pool of applicants.

MN Internship - Library Outreach Services

Library Outreach Services Internship
Hennepin County Library

Outreach promotes the use of the library by the nontraditional or under-served user through the development and support of programs and services.

The Outreach Department's goal is to bring the experience of the library and its resources to the community - in their homes, senior living facilities, rehabilitation centers, the correctional facilities of the county and through events held at the library.

Commitment:
One semester, 4 to 8 hours per week, September 2010 to December 2010.

Wage:
This is an unpaid position which could be for college credit or work experience.

Location:
Main work location is at the Ridgedale Library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka, with some work in Downtown Minneapolis at the Juvenile Detention Center, in Plymouth at the Adult Correctional Facility, and in Minnetonka at the County Home School.

Application Deadline:
September 2, 2010.

Duties:
Duties may include the following:
• Assist at outreach events aimed at first generation library users
• Assist in classifying / organizing Adult Correctional Facility collection
• Assist in compiling and analyzing data for Adult Correctional Facility programs and Deposit Collection booktalking program
• Assist in creating documents for use in Large Print book club kits, including writing book discussion questions
• Assist in implementation of resource workshops at Adult Correctional Facility
• Assist in the creation, implementation and evaluation of a reading interest survey for use with the Deposit Collection sites, at the Adult Correctional Facility, and at the County Home School
• Assist in weekly filling of information requests from Adult Correctional Facility
• Plan, develop, and implement a book discussion group at the Adult Correctional Facility (women's) and District 287 (teens)
• Plan, develop, and implement a project of interest related to Outreach

Requirements:
Intern must currently be enrolled in a library program or a library school graduate.

To Apply and For Questions:
Submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this internship to:
bamckenzie@hclib.org
- OR -
Barb McKenzie
Hennepin County Library - Ridgedale
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305
(952) 847-8579

For more information contact Patrick Jones at pjones@hclib.org or (952) 847-8859.

MN Job Posting: Project Coordinator

The Northfield History Collaborative (NHC) is seeking a Project Coordinator for a grant-funded project to digitize historical materials relating to Northfield and place them on the NHC portal. For information about the NHC and a full job description, see http://collaboration.northfieldhistory.org/

This is a full-time contract position for 9 months.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work with member organizations to coordinate digitizing & cataloging of historical materials.
• Supervise and train student personnel and volunteers.
• Coordinate NHC’s Repository for student research on Northfield

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors degree and relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in supervision and superb interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent command of Word, Excel and Outlook, and ability to quickly learn and effectively teach new technologies.
• Experience with digitizing content for preservation and access is desirable.

PLEASE MAIL OR EMAIL LETTER OF APPLICATION AND RESUME TO:
Hayes Scriven -- scriven@northfieldhistory.org, or
The Northfield History Collaborative
c/o Northfield Historical Society
408 Division Street South
Northfield. MN 55057
Submit application by August 31