I am working on putting together the newsletter for April/May and would love to have people send me photos of programs/staff/new collections/whatever you are excited about in your library and/or stories about what your library is up to. Email your contributions to trls.director@gmail.com with Newsletter in the subject line.

 

In the meantime, here are some upcoming events and useful information:

• New Times, New Roles, New Structures – Presentation on April 7

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Libraries invites members of the campus to attend its 2015 Visiting Scholar lecture on April 7, at 10:30 a.m., in the Georgian Room, Nebraska Union.  The lecture will be given by Trevor A. Dawes, associate university librarian at Washington University in St. Louis, and past president of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), who will discuss the new and expanded roles that librarians are assuming. In addition there will be a panel discussion from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in Love Library, Room 110.  Trevor Dawes, along with several Nebraska academic librarians, will discuss recent changes that have taken place at their libraries. Both the presentation and panel discussions are free and open to the public.

Dawes will talk about the ARL study, Transforming Liaison Roles in Research Libraries (2013) (http://www.arl.org/publications-resources/2893-new-roles-for-new-times-transforming-liaison-roles-in-research-libraries#.VOzb9Y3wuUk), which indicates changes in the role of the liaison librarian from someone who develops the collection, staffs a reference desk, and conducts instruction sessions, to a role that meets the changing needs of faculty and students in an academic environment.

As Associate University Librarian at Washington University in St. Louis, Dawes is responsible for research services, scholarly communications, collections and acquisitions, and preservation. Prior appointments include Circulation Services Director at Princeton University Library and positions at Columbia University Libraries in New York City. He has authored, co-authored, or edited several books and articles on a variety of topics in connection with academic libraries. Dawes also serves as an instructor for the MSLIS program at the iSchool at Drexel University. Dawes earned his MLS from Rutgers University and has two additional Master’s Degrees from Teachers College, Columbia University.

• Central Community College – Registration opens on April 10, 2015 for classes in Library and Information Services (LIS).

The program is online and students may opt to pursue an Associate’s Degree in LIS or complete a certificate program.

– Summer Class:  Reference Services
– Fall Classes: 1) Foundations in Library and Information Services 2) Leadership and Management in Library and Information Agencies and the 3) Library and Information Services Capstone Practicum.

For more information see: http://www.cccneb.edu/library or contact Dee Johnson at CCC, djohnson@cccneb.edu or 402-562-1418 or 877-222-0780, extension 1418.

• The 2015 Nebraska Book Festival, April 25 at the University of Nebraska Omaha’s Weitz Community Engagement Center, will feature ten Nebraska authors. Public admission is free.

The festival begins at 9:30 a.m. with writing workshops. Workshop seating is limited and early arrival is recommended. Advance registration is not necessary.

Readings, book sales, and book signings will take place from noon to 3:30 p.m. Authors will read and discuss their work, allowing time for questions. Scheduled authors include:
– Mark Langan, Busting Bad Guys: My True Crime Stories of Bookies, Drug Dealers and Ladies of the Night
– Marsha Davis, One Man’s Voice
– Sydney Olson, The Curse of the Fates
– John Price, The Tallgrass Prairie Reader
– Timothy Schaffert, The Swan Gondola: A Novel
– Karen Shoemaker, The Meaning of Names

Prior to a 3:45 p.m. reception, the Nebraska Center for the Book will announce the 2015 recipient of the Mildred Bennett Award, recognizing an individual who has made significant contributions to fostering literary tradition in Nebraska.

The festival concludes, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. with the NeBooks Project Student & Teacher Showcase.

The Bookworm and University of Nebraska Press will offer books by Nebraska authors for sale throughout the event. The Nebraska Book Festival is presented by the Nebraska Center for the Book, Humanities Nebraska, and Nebraska Library Commission. Visit http://bookfestival.nebraska.gov/2015/index.aspx for a complete schedule of free readings and workshops and other information.

•  University of Missouri—Columbia School of Information Science and Learning Technologies (SISLT) Open House

Learn about the opportunity to earn your MLS from Missouri!
– In-state tuition
– Classes meet at UNO and online
– 39-hour program you complete on your schedule

Saturday, May 23, 2015; 1-4 pm
Three Rivers Library System Offices
(11929 Elm St., Suite 18, Omaha, NE)

Contact: Laura England-Biggs (Program Liaison, SISLT)
Phone: 402-290-3969
E-mail: englandle@missouri.edu

 

•  Also, visit our Calendar for NLA meetings and events, TRLS board meeting dates, and more.

 

 

 

The Three Rivers Library System Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Anneka Ramirez to the position of TRLS system director. Anneka is currently a service center specialist at Northeast Community College in Norfolk. Prior to that, she was director of the Scribner Public Library. A 2013 graduate of the Nebraska Library Leadership Institute, she is chair-elect of the New Members Round Table (NMRT) of the Nebraska Library Association and will earn her Master’s Degree in Library Science from the University of Missouri in May. She will begin her system duties in mid-March and is looking forward to serving the libraries in the region.

Here is the February issue of the Three Rivers Library System newsletter.

http://nlc.nebraska.gov/systems/newsletters/threerivers022015.pdf 

Reminders:
Registrations for the TRLS Summer Reading Program workshop are due. Contact gformanack@windstream.net by 2/13 to register.
The Annual Statistical Report for Public Libraries is due 2/13.
E-rate form 470 is due 2/26.

Gail Formanack will become the part-time interim director of Three Rivers Library System on January 1st. She will work out of the Omaha office until a new director is hired while coordinating the transition activities of TRLS and consulting with libraries as needed. Contact her at gformanack@windstream.net or 402 330-7884.

The director position remains open until filled.  First round interviews will be scheduled in January.

TRLS Advertisement for System Director

 

 

LIBRARY, REGIONAL DIRECTOR

 

The Nebraska Three Rivers Library System (TRLS) seeks a creative, energetic individual with a strong public service orientation. Enthusiasm, flexibility, and self-motivation are essential. A dynamic leader is needed with a strong vision of the future of libraries who will be passionate about furthering the impact of the TRLS libraries and librarians. We are looking for an Executive Director who will support and lead service-oriented, user-focused, and collegial systems working collaboratively with each other and their communities to promote and advance the impact of libraries in the state of Nebraska. The Executive Director works closely with the Nebraska Library Commission and other system Directors. S/he should have proven successes in supervision, budget management and staff development as well as familiarity with developing and assessing library educational programs. Our successful candidate will embrace emerging twenty-first century tools and technologies and will have the ability to adapt to a wide variety of local and consortia procedures and projects. The TRLS Director will supervise other part-time system staff. Frequent travel within the twenty-one county area is required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree from an ALA-accredited institution and significant experience in all areas of library operations. A track record of progressively more responsible administrative experience, preferably with a breadth of knowledge in various types of libraries (public, academic, school, and special) with an emphasis on visioning, budget management, and staff development. Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills. Working knowledge of laws and policies relevant to various libraries. Demonstrated knowledge of information technology as it relates to libraries and the ability to effectively communicate with technologists, administration, and library staff about technology. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

 

Essential knowledge, skills and abilities include: knowledge of contemporary best practices for libraries; knowledge of budget preparation, maintenance and forecasting; knowledge of electronic resources and technology; excellent interpersonal and communication/listening skills; collaboration and consensus building skills; and skill in leading a diverse team of library professionals in setting and achieving goals.

 

PREFERRED:

Three to five years of relevant administrative management and programming experience in a combination of libraries; knowledge of public organizations and administrative practices; ability to plan and coordinate the work of others and to work well with public officials and organizations; commitment to public service; proven success of innovation in modern library operations.

 

SALARY:

$45,000 – $54,000/yr. DOQ, plus negotiable benefits.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applicants must submit electronic application materials online to ThreeRiversDir@cox.net

Applications should include: letter of application, resume, statement of philosophy of librarianship and names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. Review of applicants begins upon receipt and will continue until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to ThreeRiversDir@cox.net