Studio 411 – Library Associate 2 – Adult Library Services

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District seeks a creative, hands-on individual to join Studio 411, our makerspace, to help patrons bring ideas to life through 3D printing, laser cutting, sewing, audio production and more.

The role emphasizes teaching, problem-solving, and working with your hands in a library setting, with evening and weekend hours and a culture that celebrates curiosity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or LTA.
• Available to work on evenings and weekends.
• Experience with creative projects like sewing, knitting, quilting, 3D printing, laser cutting, audio production or maker projects.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains an environment of learning and exploration for Studio 411 users.
• Promotes a culture of creativity within the Library and Lombard community.
• Develops and presents programs in Studio 411 as part of a team.
• Assists patrons utilizing Studio 411, including facilitating appointments and helping during drop-in hours.
• Promotes Library services, programs, and resources.
• Operates and maintains Studio 411 equipment.

Skills

Creative problem solving

Teaching/instructional skills

Flexible with patron skill levels

Hands-on craftsmanship

Education

Bachelor’s degree or LTA

Tools

3D printer

Laser cutter

Sewing

Audio production

Job description

Helen Plum Library is seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual to join the team in Studio 411, HPL’s makerspace. Do you love helping people bring ideas to life? We are looking for a creative, approachable team member to help patrons explore everything from 3D printing and laser cutting to sewing, audio production, and more. If you enjoy teaching, problem-solving, and working with your hands (and want to do all of that in a fun, library setting), we think you’d be a good fit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains an environment of continuous learning and exploration for Studio 411 users
• Promotes a culture of creativity within the Library and Lombard community
• As part of a team approach, develops and presents programs in Studio 411
• Assists patrons utilizing Studio 411, including facilitating appointments and helping during drop-in hours
• Promotes Library services, programs, and resources
• Operates and maintains Studio 411 equipment

Qualifications

The must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or LTA
• Available to work on evenings and weekends
• Experience with creative projects like sewing, knitting, quilting, 3D printing, laser cutting, audio production or any other creative projects related to the maker environment

The things what will make you stand out:

• Flexible and able to work with patrons of all skill levels
• Eagerness to learn
• Strong computer and technology-based skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to provide instructional based programming
• Previous experience working in a library makerspace or presenting maker-based library programs.

Helen Plum Library Culture

Our culture is built around three things: discovering new ideas, connecting across departments, and growing together. That means we share what we know, learn from each other, and genuinely celebrate wins, both big and small. Every voice matters here, every role matters here, and we work hard to make sure people feel that.

Hours

• Averages 23 hours/week; including evenings and weekends
• Schedule: Wednesday 1-9; Thursday 1-9; Saturday 9-5; Schedule may vary based on department needs.

The Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer.