General Information
Job Description | LIBRARY PROFL 4 | Working Title | Maker Services Coordinator |
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Job Code | 006268 | Grade | 20 |
Department Name | University Library - D01090 | Department Head | |
Supervisor | Effective Date | 08/12/2019 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code | Title | FTE |
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004922 | STDT 1 | 1.96 |
Generic Scope
Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. |
Custom Scope
Working under the direction of a Librarian, uses advanced professional library concepts and objectives to resolve highly complex issues. Duties and assignments are defined by overall objectives and involve a high level of complexity in functional/subject area specialization or coordination. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Work is performed independently under general consultative leadership. |
Department Custom Scope
The Maker Services Coordinator is responsible for performing daily administration of the Creat'R Lab, a maker space located in the Orbach Science Library. This includes facilitation of outreach activities in order to generate research and educational partnerships, and maintaining an active roster of programs and activities in the lab. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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Reference and Instruction: Serves at a reference desk or general public service desk providing full range of services to patrons using library resources and other information resources in a wide range of formats, languages, and disciplines; develops standard educational activities and assessments of basic student library skills.
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65 |
May lead a team of staff library professionals and/or assistants.
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20 |
Analyzes, evaluates, interprets and revises or proposes revisions to established operational guidelines within scope of assigned responsibilities.
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10 |
Performs other duties as assigned. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Advanced professional knowledge enabling the performance of a full range of coordinating, and/or highly specialized functional subject area activities. This knowledge may be acquired through considerable library experience, possibly in combination with specialized training and skills or relevant academic preparation. | Required |
Advanced knowledge of applicable systems and databases. | Required |
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills to address highly complex or specialized solutions. | Required |
Advanced interpersonal skills to deal with a variety of people and situations, including providing guidance and leadership to other library professionals. | Required |
Advanced knowledge of library data transformation techniques and software tools. Assists with implementation of new technology as needed. | Required |
Ability to provide effective leadership and supervision to supervised staff and foster a motivating and engaged environment. Ability to proactively manage employee performance, establish goals for supervised staff and work continuously to promote achievement of the established goals. Ability to effectively delegate and hold supervised staff accountable for successful completion of assignments. | Required |
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. | Required |
Ability to accurately apply a wide variety of policies and procedures. | Required |
Ability to perform accurate, detailed work. | Required |
Ability to foster a respectful, cooperative, professional and courteous environment, maintain confidentiality, and employ tact and diplomacy. | Required |
Ability to organize work, establish priorities and meet deadlines. | Required |
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships. | Required |
Ability to display initiative and remain flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Environment
Working Environment
Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
Is Critical Position: No |