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Experiential Learning Supervisor
Pay Grade: 9 (Exempt)
Full-time
Schedule includes regular nights and weekends
The Experiential Learning Supervisor works in collaboration with, and under the supervision of, the Learning Experiences Manager to coordinate logistics, workflows, and service models in the three learning spaces of the library: the BOOMbox, the Lab, and the Studio. They exhibit strong independent judgment to supervise staff in providing and facilitating learning experiences for all ages. They collaborate with colleagues from different departments to support experiential learning opportunities for youth, teens, and adults. They also support special projects in learning experiences and public services more broadly.
Minimum Qualifications: (education, experience, and certifications)
- Masters of Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school or relevant experience and/or study
- 2-3 years of library-, museum-, or makerspace-related experience
- At least 3 years of direct supervisory experience
Minimum Competencies: (knowledge, skills, and abilities)
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal, and social skills
- Broad cultural competency knowledge and skills, and ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse workforce and community
- Commitment to and demonstrated success discussing, integrating, and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
Demonstrated ability to:
- develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and community members
- anticipate and creatively solve problems with a flexible mindset
- think strategically about the library’s role providing experiential learning opportunities to the community
- gather, analyze, and use meaningful data in decision-making processes
- work independently and handle multiple initiatives requiring organization and attention to detail while meeting deadlines
- teach hands-on activities in a variety of settings and formats with people of all ages, including children, parents, and educators
- create documentation for procedures, workflows, service model, and staff training
- work with vendors to purchase, maintain, and repair equipment
- support and lead colleagues
- positively adjust to change
- Project management skills and ability to lead team members
- Deep personal dedication to public service
- Knowledge of evolving technologies and training techniques for all ages
- Knowledge of methods used to discover community needs, interests, and gaps
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience training staff and/or creating training documentation
Preferred Competencies:
- Organizational skills with attention to detail
- Public speaking skills
- Multilingual skills in English plus another language(s) relevant to the Skokie community
Essential Functions:
- Hires, manages, trains, and reviews performance of staff
- Manages the day-to-day responsibilities of the BOOMbox, Lab, and Studio
- Develops goals and service models for experiential learning spaces in collaboration with Learning Experiences Manager
- Observes, coordinates, and trains staff on learning facilitation techniques
- Collaborates with program coordinator to develop experiential learning programs for the public events calendar
- Provides friendly customer service in library spaces and at library events
- Applies and integrates principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in experiential learning spaces, workflows, and best practices
- Suggests improvements to equipment, processes, and procedures to manager
- Collects and analyzes data and statistics, prepares reports for management review, and makes data-driven decisions
- Provides direction/training for other library employees utilizing experiential learning spaces and equipment
- Serves as Librarian in Charge
- Assists with execution of learning experiences throughout the library
- Maintains current knowledge of library and other relevant fields
- Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance
Other Functions:
- Serves on internal committees and task forces
- Participates in professional groups and attends relevant training opportunities
- Leads and/or assists with grant and sponsorship submissions
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Physical/Mental Demands and Environmental Conditions:
The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to perform office-related functions including extended concentration on a computer and typing capability
- Work may include prolonged sitting and standing, as well as near constant computer use.
- Noise level is generally moderate
- Scheduling may require availability during any library operating hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and occasionally when the library is closed. Although a weekly schedule is established, the needs of the library may require scheduling changes and flexibility.
- Employee required to park in designated area
Direct reports include: experiential learning lead, experiential learning specialists
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit https://skokielibrary.info/about/jobs/ and click on the link to access that application. Position open until filled. Please include a cover letter and resume along with your application.
