Maker Space Instructor

POSTING DATE: February 21, 2025

JOB TITLE: Maker Space Instructor, Grade 23

LOCATION: Headquarters Library

DATE AVAILABLE: April 1, 2025

SALARY: $43,888 per year (Includes generous benefit package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:30 pm, with a weekly rotational evening (11:00am - 8:00pm)

One monthly weekendrotation (Friday OFF, Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm, Sunday 12:30pm - 5:30pm, Monday OFF)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in library science from an accredited ALA Library School or 5 years of experience in libraries and/or maker spaces or equivalent professional maker experience. Must complete pre-employment testing.

Essential Functions

• Creates, promotes, and presents innovative programs for the Maker Lab workspaces and at off-site visits
• Collaborates with community partners, patrons, and other staff to plan, organize, promote, and present relevant, innovative programs for patrons
• Coordinates and reports on maker activities and programs system-wide
• Tracks and submits program statistics
• Handles financial transactions and assists in preparing bank deposits; may request and complete purchase order requests
• Shares maker information, activities, and programs through community outreach
• Responsible for maintaining an attractive and engaging environment in the Maker Lab workspaces
• Responsible for Maker Lab, classroom, and workspace closing procedures when scheduled for night and weekend closings
• Participates in department meetings, attends regular training related to library and Maker Space work
• Remains aware of safety and security issues and takes appropriate action as needed
  
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Master’s degree in library science from an accredited ALA Library School or 5 years of experience in libraries and/or maker spaces or equivalent professional maker experience.
• Knowledge and proven experience with a variety of maker activities and/or technology, including (but not limited to) 3d printing (slicing and rendering), archival digitization, laser cutting/etching (e.g. Glowforge, XTool), sewing, embroidery, desktop cutting (e.g. Cricut, Silhouette), and digital design (e.g. Adobe, Canva), handicrafts, and/or weaving
• Comfort with learning, utilizing, and teaching others the activities and technologies
• Comfort interacting with a wide range of patrons of all ages and abilities
• Proficient with technology with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish deadlines, monitor progress, and work well with a team
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach