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Title: MakerSpace Advisor

Organization: Library

Department: City Library

Location: City Library Main Branch

Rate of Pay: $16.16

Job Summary

The purpose of the Makerspace Advisor is to inspire our community to become “makers” and embrace knowledge through practical activities that develop skills and encourage inventiveness and creativity. This position will forge unique ground in its programming and offerings to library patrons. Recognizing that “MakerSpace” activities are human-centered endeavors where people gather to make things with the aim that patrons will eventually make things together. “MakerSpace” activities will offer the latest creative tools accessible to the public but always incorporate the vital human elements that make technology come alive.

Competencies

• Innovation
• Initiative
• Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Citizen Value
• Self-Management
• Teamwork

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of more complex work routines, rules, procedures, or operations; ability to operate higher-level specialized equipment.
• Promotes the MakerSpace initiatives.
• Assists patrons of all ages in using tools, equipment, material and software in the MakerSpace.
• Offers patrons one-on-one instruction and training on all MakerSpace resources.
• Keeps up to date on product knowledge regarding tools, equipment, material, and software to meet the needs of patrons in the MakerSpace.
• Research upcoming equipment and software to maintain the MakerSpace as a groundbreaking endeavor for patrons.
• Develops a training plan for staff on relevant equipment; informs staff of updates or changes to equipment or procedure.
• Develops and maintains best practices for equipment and resources in the Makerspace as well as updating them when either change.
• Maintains a safe, fun, and comfortable library environment.
• Advises the Brownsville Public Library System in the acquisition of tools, equipment, material, and software.
• Helps coordinate public service coverage in the MakerSpace.
• Plans, develops, and schedules programming and outreach events, and coordinates with library staff.
• Demonstrates flexibility to change direction/priorities based on community needs.
• May serve as a backup floor supervisor.
• A desire to meet the public and serve patrons of all ages.
• Robust computer and technology skills.
• Motivated to provide exceptional customer service.
• Artistic proficiency and creative mindset.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Skill in planning and presenting appropriate programs for young children, teens, and adults.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of self-motivation to create new services and programs.
• Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• STEAM education background preferred.
• Awareness of new developments and trends in public libraries.
• Knowledge of gcode, CAD, and CAM is preferred.
• Corel and Adobe suites is preferred.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree (no experience), or associate's degree plus two years of experience, or high school graduation or GED plus four years of experience.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Independence & Judgement

Average judgment; must recognize and resolve problems such as bad grammar, type of procedure to apply, where to refer call or correspondence without specified destination, when to change or sharpen blade on mower, whether there is a problem/malfunction with a piece of equipment that needs attention, etc.; may involve freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules.

Initiative & Ingenuity

General guidelines: occasionally requires interpretation of available options to apply to non-standard situations; day-to-day work drives priorities.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Does not supervise.

Financial Responsibility

Does not deal with money.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Office job with little or occasional light physical effort, may require brief periods of muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 20lbs of force occasionally to move objects.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; responsible for handing out to and retrieving property/equipment from employees and keeping inventory; use of agency vehicle.

Working Conditions

Office job, no adverse conditions.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.

Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.