Huntley Area Public Library District
Job Description
- Position: Creative Studio Specialist
- Status: Non-exempt
- Grade: 6 Salary range $18.00 to $20.00 per hour
- Number of hours per week: Part-Time
- Reports to: Head of IT
Description: This position is responsible for maintaining the Creative Studio, operating Creative Studio equipment, completing administrative tasks, assisting Creative Studio visitors, and exploring new technology equipment for the Creative Studio.
Essential Job Functions:
- Provide excellent customer service to patrons of diverse ages and abilities.
- Assist patrons with Creative Studio equipment.
- Assist patrons with creative project
- Maintain makerspace equipment and supplies
- Community outreach
- Promote the use of the Creative Studio and the Library.
- Facilitate ongoing activities in the Creative Studio.
- Teach technology and maker classes.
- Troubleshoot equipment and technology.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technology offered at the Library.
- Commitment to creating a hands-on learning environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge in Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS operating systems and software.
- Basic knowledge or ability to learn design/editing software including Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Aptitude with creative/maker technology software and equipment. Including but not limited to 3D Printers, Laminators, Tracing Table, Electronic Cutting Tools, Fabric Cutters, and Digital Conversion Services
- Experience providing group and one-on-one technology instruction.
- Ability to handle a variety of situations using independent judgment.
- Ability to interact patiently and pleasantly with patrons.
