UPDATES TO YESTERDAY’S UPDATES (there is A LOT of information here, please read throughly):
- Polaris OPAC – The online catalog should be up and running again today. If you notice any missing links or issues, please send me an email or slack message.
- Library Specialist Position –This will be posted today (8/20/24), please share the information with anyone that you may think is interested. I am still targeting a mid-October start date for this position.
- Intranet – There are component to the Intranet that seems to not always function correctly. We are looking at potential options to securing this resource. I will communicate more, once I know it. As you identify issues, concerns, or even just comments about what you like/don’t like, use/don’t use on the Intranet – feel free to share them with me. I cannot promise that all aspects will be achieved with whatever way we go – but I am open to hearing ideas.
Thank you!
-HS
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Hi All,
There are a lot of important updates below, so please take time to read them and reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns.
- Polaris OPAC – For those that were at the library on Monday August 19th, you will know that we had issues with our PAC not working. A solution is still in the works, but in the meantime please apologize to patrons and offer assistance from our end. If you do not know how to use the staff-side of Polaris to search for materials, please let Holly or Lori F. know and we will assist you. I do not have a current timeline as to when it will be fixed.
- Out of Office – Dreama will be out of the office for the next few weeks, as previously mentioned she broke her humerus bone last Friday and needs time to heal. Lori French and I will be primary contacts for TS/IT.
- Organizational Structure – A new organizational structure was approved by the library board last Thursday, August 15th. The main changes that occurred is that we moved to a 3-manager model. Dreama will continue be manage the Tech Services / IT departments, which includes check-in tasks. Megan will continue to manage the Youth Services department, but is also adding the management of customer services responsibilities (i.e. public facing desks). This includes being a primary contact for desk schedules. Megan will be moving into Molly’s old office to help her be more accessible to those at a service desk. Beth will manage Adult (aka Public) Services, which means adult programs, tech lab, help desk appointments, etc. and will continue to manage library communications (website, newsletters, social media, etc.). The assistant director position has been moved to a Library Specialist. This is a new title/name and combined job description for several positions including Jessica, Sheila, and Lori F., in their various responsibilities. This will continue to be a slow process as we clarify roles and responsibilities throughout the library, and majority of you will not see any immediate changes at this time.
- Library Specialist (Adult Services) – Sometime this week (hopefully) we will be posting the newly created library specialist for adult services. Applications will be accepted through September 8th. I am hopeful that we will have someone in place by mid-October.
- Scheduling / W2W – Due to a few scheduling gaps, Megan may have reassigned desk assignments over the next few weeks. Please check W2W regularly for updates. Please note: In/Out schedules remain unchanged, unless someone has spoken with Megan or Holly about needing a change.
- Kate T.’s Last Day / Library Clerk Opening – Kate’s last day with JPL will be Wednesday September 4th. We are excited about her new adventure and will miss her as part of our team. We will be posting for this position, plus some additional open hours with Peg’s retirement, in the coming week.
Again, thank you for your continued patience as we work through reorganizational changes. We see you. We hear you. As details are confirmed, we will continue to communicate them to you. Do not hesitate to reach to reach out to Beth, Megan, Dreama or Holly with any and all questions or concerns you have.
You are all important to the library and we appreciate the stability you have provided to our customers/patrons during this transition time.
–Holly