What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Specialist I - Makerspace (1 Opening) position at City of Bentonville?
Safety/Security Status: None
Schedule
Tuesday – Thursday 11:45 AM – 8:15 PM
Friday – Saturday, 8:45 AM – 5:15 PM (40 hours / week)
Job Summary
Works under the supervision of the makerspace librarian, and plays an integral role in the library’s team, to successfully implement public services, policies, procedures and programs in accordance with the library’s mission.
Assists librarian with developing and presenting programs and services for various age groups and abilities to offer formal classes or drop-in learning sessions on various subjects across age groups and abilities. Examples include, but are not limited to: STEAM programming, making, tinkering, coding, computer programming, 3D printing, crafting, sewing, knitting and other hands-on art projects.
Familiarity with technologies and equipment including, but not limited to: 3D printers, engravers, laser and vinyl cutters, desktop computer, laptop, iMac, iPads, gaming consoles, audiovisual equipment, creative design hardware, various hand tools, sewing machines and other specialty items.
Ability to use specialty software for technologies and equipment in the Makerspace and Digital Lab. Examples include, but are not limited to: Adobe, Apple, Microsoft, audio, creative design software, video and podcasting software, as well as proprietary platforms that accompany specific devices.
Enforces safety protocols and assesses cost-recovery fees on patron accounts for all consumables.
Strong focus on making, arts and crafts, customer service, technology experience and teamwork. Requires the application of elementary principles of library and information sciences. A complete job description is available upon request.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one (1) or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to noisy, depending on varying activity and usage levels.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Schedule
Tuesday – Thursday 11:45 AM – 8:15 PM
Friday – Saturday, 8:45 AM – 5:15 PM (40 hours / week)
Job Summary
Works under the supervision of the makerspace librarian, and plays an integral role in the library’s team, to successfully implement public services, policies, procedures and programs in accordance with the library’s mission.
Assists librarian with developing and presenting programs and services for various age groups and abilities to offer formal classes or drop-in learning sessions on various subjects across age groups and abilities. Examples include, but are not limited to: STEAM programming, making, tinkering, coding, computer programming, 3D printing, crafting, sewing, knitting and other hands-on art projects.
Familiarity with technologies and equipment including, but not limited to: 3D printers, engravers, laser and vinyl cutters, desktop computer, laptop, iMac, iPads, gaming consoles, audiovisual equipment, creative design hardware, various hand tools, sewing machines and other specialty items.
Ability to use specialty software for technologies and equipment in the Makerspace and Digital Lab. Examples include, but are not limited to: Adobe, Apple, Microsoft, audio, creative design software, video and podcasting software, as well as proprietary platforms that accompany specific devices.
Enforces safety protocols and assesses cost-recovery fees on patron accounts for all consumables.
Strong focus on making, arts and crafts, customer service, technology experience and teamwork. Requires the application of elementary principles of library and information sciences. A complete job description is available upon request.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one (1) or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to noisy, depending on varying activity and usage levels.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
