Boulder Public Library · 1 day ago
Creative Technologist
Boulder,CO,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBoulder Public Library is a community-focused institution that provides maker education and technology in an inclusive environment. The Creative Technologist will program the library’s makerspace, maintain its resources, instruct patrons on using materials safely, and collaborate with community creatives on events. This role is essential in fostering educational experiences for diverse communities.
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Responsibilities
Designs, promotes, teaches, and evaluates public makerspace programs
Collaborates with local area artists, makers, business owners, and entrepreneurs on programs and outreach events
Provides one-on-one coaching for individuals’ projects and safety and equipment training for makerspace users
Provides regular maintenance and cleaning of the facility and its tools and equipment; promptly repairs or replaces malfunctioning equipment
Coordinates with Volunteer Services to recruit and orient volunteers to assist the public in the makerspace
Creates and documents application and systems standards, maintenance procedures, and operational procedures, and maintains an inventory of equipment and software
Purchases tools and materials for classes and general use
Dreams up additional creative uses and programs for the makerspace
Serves as a maker/STEAM resource for library staff
Attends meetings, serves on library-wide committees and projects, and participates in professional development opportunities
Performs administrative tasks such as answering emails, scheduling, preparing vendor contracts, reconciling purchases, and reporting statistics
Completes safety/emergency training (on CPR, AED, etc.)
Serves as a Manager on Duty at the Library as needed
Qualification
Required
Instructional experience in a makerspace or similar educational setting –or- a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, and two years of technical training with instructional experience
Recent customer service experience
Demonstrated ability to provide one-on-one and small group instruction
Comfortable with a hands-on approach to projects, particularly an ability to improvise with audiences of varied ages and abilities
Availability to work evenings and weekends
Valid Colorado driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record. Willing use of personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed)
Preferred
Experience using and troubleshooting two or more of the following technologies: laser cutting and engraving, 3D printing and scanning, digital design software or CAD, fiber arts, printmaking, CNC fabrication, or other related makerspace technologies
Experience with digital and traditional fabrication and supporting various software suites, including Microsoft Office and Adobe CC
Spanish language skills and/or experience working with patrons from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Experience operating woodworking equipment, including power tools, table saw, drill press, bandsaw, and hand tools, as well as associated materials
Experience using microcontroller prototyping platforms such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, CircuitPython, or Micro:bit
Experience creating video, web, and social media content
Experience with fiber and textile arts: knitting, spinning, weaving, dyeing, sewing, quilting, crocheting, embroidery, etc
Experience with other disciplines: printmaking, painting, illustration, metalwork, stained glass, sculpture, papercraft, etc
Experience developing and running a mobile library or makerspace
Benefits
Group medical, dental, and vision benefits to employees who work 20 hours or more per week
Lifestyle Spending Account for all benefit-eligible employees
Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance
Employer-paid employee assistance program for employees and their household members
Health Savings or Flexible Spending Accounts for all benefit-eligible employees
Voluntary, employee-paid, group accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans for all benefit-eligible employees
Employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible to take up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee for adoption or foster care
Infant at Work Program
New employees accrue 4 weeks of paid vacation
80 hours of paid sick leave per year for employees who work 20 hours or more per week
2 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
Time off for jury duty, bereavement, and voting
Public Employee Retirement Association of Colorado (PERA) Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan
PERA 401(k) Plan
Tuition reimbursement program and student debt repayment assistance
Paid training and professional development
Easy access to unlimited resources—including books, movies, programs, digital technology, and more.
Company
Boulder Public Library
Boulder Public Library provides various books and digital educational content.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase