ECRL's mission statement for the next 3 years is to strengthen communities by connecting people with resources, spaces, and educational experiences that enrich and empower their lives.

Every one of the 80 employees and countless volunteers who bring library service in our 14 branches and 8 outreach sites are committed to this mission. We love our jobs!

Whatever the information or educational need, citizens of the counties of Aitkin, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine can bring it to the library via phone, email, or in person. We're also online via Facebook, Twitter, and the new online chat service - AskMN. All of these are linked from the ECRL web page at http://www.ecrlib.org/  And remember, you can find books, magazines, or chat with a librarian any time of day or night or even in the middle of a snowstorm (as long as you have electricity and internet service).

If you're making year-end gifts, please consider investing in your library. Make your tax-deductible gift by December 31st to East Central Regional Library, 244 S Birch St, Cambridge MN 55008. You may specify your gift for a specific purpose or branch if you wish, or your gift will be used to enhance our shared collections and services. You may also make your gift directly to your local Friends or library support group. However you support us, THANK YOU. And Happy Holidays to you and yours from the ECRL staff team.

Apply soon - application review begins January 5, 2015

Details at: http://www.ecrlib.org/jobs.html

Branch Librarian I, Hinckley: Oversee the operation of the small community branch library in Hinckley. Bachelor's Degree, up to date technology skills and two years related experience is required. MLS/MLIS or similar library certification or advanced library training is preferred. Candidates must have demonstrated creativity and vision to provide modern public library service; ability and willingness to work independently; above average communication skills; excellent customer service skills; and the ability and willingness to lead a library team of staff and volunteers.

Technical Services Aide II at Headquarters in Cambridge: Oversee day-to-day operations of the catalog data management and processing area for the region. A high school diploma or GED plus 2 years of formal education beyond high school, 2 years job-related experience, and up to date technology skills are required.

Computer Technician at Headquarters in Cambridge: Install, troubleshoot, and repair PCs, peripherals, and software under the direction of the System Administrator. Execute routine procedures consistent with a large network environment (such as backups). High school degree or GED and 2 years technical training required, plus 1-2 years experience.

Branch Library Aide at Chisago Lakes, 5 hours per week: Responsible for the clerical operations of the automated library circulation system. Ability to work courteously and effectively with other employees and the public; ability to read, comprehend and orally communicate English; ability to be tactful and adept in dealing with a wide variety of people; ability to interpret library policies, resources, and services to others. A High School Degree or GED is required, and Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Customer service and computer skills essential.

*The Cinderella Murder:  An Under Suspicion Novel by Mary Higgins Clark, Alafair Burke

*Dark Witch by Nora Roberts

*FaceOff by David Baldacci, Lee Child, et al

*Flesh and Blood:  a Scarpetta Novel by Patricia Cornwell

*Gray Mountain by John Grisham

*Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger

*Problem of Pain by C. S. Lewis

*Revival by Stephen King

*Silken Prey:  Prey Series Book 23 by John Sandford

*Yes Please by Amy Poehler

  

 

*East Central Regional Library is funded by the counties of Aitkin, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine. ECRL also receives state and federal funds.