Makerspace Assistant

Posting #24-34x

**Makerspace Assistant**

**Part-Time, Contract (2 months)**

Old Post Office location

**What You’ll Do**

As a Makerspace Assistant, you will:

- Instructs members in the use of all makerspace equipment, software and furnishings, for users with all skill levels. Writes instructional guides for equipment and software related to the Makerspace as requested.
- Answers members’ questions in person, by telephone or by internet:

- General Inquiries.
- Catalogue search and use of available reference tools.
- Readers Advisory including assisting members to find resources using the library catalogue, electronic databases and the internet.
- Instructs members in the use of computers and/or software for users with all skill levels.
- Checks out all circulating library materials.
- Registers new members and updates membership cards and certifications.
- Schedules members in the makerspace and adjoining classroom activities.
- Provides periodic inventorying of tools, supplies and materials.
- Responsible for addressing inappropriate or disruptive behaviour of members according to established procedures.
- Promotes Idea Exchange and use of its services by conducting tours, orienting new members to the facility and writing website and magazine content as requested.
- Plans, organizes and conducts Makerspace programming and tours and assists with or conducts other programs or events as requested.
- Makes recommendations regarding the selection, acquisition, installation and implementation of Makerspace equipment, furnishings and software. Provides general troubleshooting and required maintenance of same items.
- Makes recommendations leading to the development of Makerspace policies and procedures.
- Covers for other building staff in their absence, including Youth Services customer service, programming/ events/ school visits for ages 0-18.
- Opens and closes building when required and assists with building security when scheduled.

**What You’ll Need to Succeed**

To be qualified for and successful in the role, you should have:

- Required - Secondary School completion
- Required - Prior related experience working in a makerspace or equivalent: One (1) year
- Required - Experience working in a service environment
- One (1) year
- Required - Demonstrated experience with hand tools
- Preferred - Experience performing maintenance of makerspace equipment, software and furnishings, in a work environment
- Preferred - Experience working with youth

**Pay**: Starting at $26.14 per hour (level 5 in our Salary grid).

**Hours**: 36 hours in a two-week period

**Schedule**: working various day, evening, and weekend shifts

**Week 1**

Monday OFF

Tuesday 1:30pm - 8:30pm (6 hours)*

Wednesday 12:30pm - 8:30pm (7 hours)*

Thursday OFF

Friday OFF

Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm (3 hours)

Sunday 12:45pm - 5:00pm (4.25 hours)

**Week 2**

Monday 9:45am - 5:30pm (6.75 hours)

Tuesday 1:30pm - 8:30pm (6 hours)*

Wednesday 12:30pm - 8:30pm (7 hours)*

Thursday OFF

Friday OFF

Saturday OFF

Sunday OFF

*Includes 1 hour unpaid break

**How to Apply**
- Tell us why we should consider you for this position Please provide both a cover letter and resume, combined as a single PDF document.

The anticipated start date for this position is January 2025.

**Additional Information**
- Cambridge Public Library aspires to employ a staff complement that fully represents the diversity of the community we serve. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.
- A Vulnerable Sector Check may be required.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: From $26.14 per hour

Application question(s):
**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- working in a makerspace or equivalent: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-12-01
Expected start date: 2025-01-06