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 Subject : MetaSpace 511 Lead Innovator - Mukwonago Community Library.. 06/15/2021 12:46:33 PM 
Abby Armour
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Full job description and application can be found on our website: https://www.mukwonagolibrary.org/jobs-at-the-library/

Position Title: MetaSpace 511 Lead Innovator
Hours: 35 hours per week
Pay rate: $19.00 an hour
Benefits: This position comes with full benefits. Refer to the Village of Mukwonago Employee Handbook for more details.

The Mukwonago Community Library seeks an innovative and technologically savvy person to be the head of their makerspace, MetaSpace 511. Working directly under the supervision of the Library Director, this position uses the cutting-edge technology in the MetaSpace 511 to develop and deliver innovative and STEAM-based maker programming for all ages utilizing equipment such as laser engravers, 3D printers, hololens, coding software, drones, and more. The desire to seek out and learn about new technologies is vital to this position as this person manages all MetaSpace 511 technology including maintenance, replacement, and additions. This person supervises and works with Innovators in Residence (technology interns from the IT Academy at the high school) and must be able to mentor teens.

About Mukwonago Community Library
The MCL (completely renovated and expanded in 2010) is a beautiful, state-of-the-art 28,000-square-foot facility, which stands as a testament to the support of citizens who value their community library. The MCL has evolved to include MetaSpace 511 (our maker space), The Thingery (our library of things), an updated Young Adult area, a Seed Library, a Book Bike, and many other renovations and innovations that have greatly improved accessibility and overall library experience for our patrons.

Serving over 23,000 area residents, the MCL is located in the Village of Mukwonago, a family-oriented community located 25 miles southwest of Milwaukee. The library is a member of the Bridges Library System which includes the 24 libraries located in Jefferson and Waukesha Counties. The MCL has an annual budget of over $1,000,000 and circulates over 300,000 items each year.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Engineering, Education, or Information Technology degree preferred
• At least three (3) years of related work experience preferably within an educational setting such as a library, schools, and/or community organization and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience deemed acceptable by the hiring authority.
• Knowledge of (or ability to learn) cutting-edge maker technology such as, but not limited to, 3D printers, drones, laser engravers, mixed reality and VR devices, and coding
• Proficient working knowledge of online research, mobile devices, emerging technologies, Microsoft Office Products, local area networks, and other software and hardware relevant to this position.
• Ability to and comfort in conducting instructional courses for all ages.
• Ability to work with and mentor teens.
• All applicants are subject to fingerprinting and a background check. Employment is contingent on passing those assessments.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.

How to Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, and an employment application to Library Director Abby Armour at [email protected] by July 9, 2021 at 5:00pm. Employment applications can be picked up at the library or found on our website. Questions or inquiries about the position are welcomed and may also be emailed to this address.
 
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