Makerspace Experiential Learning Assistant (Part-Time)

Lexington Public Library; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid Personal Days

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Training and support

Job summary

The Lexington Public Library is seeking an Experiential Learning Associate I, Part-Time, at the Central Branch. You will help run hands-on programming for makers of all ages and support daily operations in the experiential learning spaces.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, strong digital literacy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Strong customer service and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Excellent digital literacy skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function in a high-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working effectively with a culturally diverse workforce and community.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, with a safe driving record and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the day-to-day responsibilities of experiential learning spaces.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment in our experiential learning spaces.
• Provide exceptional customer service by instructing and assisting customers with software and equipment.
• Organize and oversee the use of supplies, tools and materials used in experiential learning spaces.
• Implement and facilitate hands-on programming for makers of all ages.
• Collaborate with supervisor to enhance programs.
• Maintain interdepartmental relationships and seek new ways for these spaces to serve as a resource to other library departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Digital literacy

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Interpersonal and customer service

Analytical and problem-solving

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Diversity & inclusion experience

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Driver's license & reliable transport

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Lexington Public Library is seeking an Experiential Learning Associate I, Part-Time, at the Central Branch. You will help run hands-on programming for makers of all ages and support daily operations in the experiential learning spaces.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, strong digital literacy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Strong customer service and organizational skills are essential.