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Job Description

Are you passionate about teaching others how to use new devices and technologies? Then don’t miss this opportunity to join the Pueblo City County Library District as our new Librarian /Technology Trainer! The Librarian /Technology Trainer will support PCCLD by providing district-wide training to staff and customers on the use of new technology services, applications, digital devices and web tools to promote the use of the Libraries’ technology based resources. The right candidate will be passionate about using technology resources and training others to use them. They will possess the ability to communicate to a diverse population of adults with a variety of learning needs in a group setting. This position will be responsible for developing staff training plans, public workshops, training assessment tools, instructional materials and flyers. The Librarian, Technology Trainer reports to the Reference & Readers’ Advisory Supervising Librarian. This position interacts extensively with district-wide staff, customers, the IT department, and technology vendors. The work requires interpersonal communication skills with the ability to teach adults using a variety of learning models. Must possess good judgment, diplomacy and the ability to resolve issues to create a fun and engaging learning environment. About the Position: Acts as the key technology trainer for the library district by assessing needs, developing materials and delivering training programs to staff and customers. Uses effective training techniques to engage a wide variety of learners and ability levels. Acts as a main point of contact for staff and customers seeking assistance with public computer services, digital devices and emerging technologies and new library services. Serves as the primary interface for the Library District to perform research into emerging technologies and identify how their use may be applied to PCCLD services and collections. Identifies staff and customer needs in regards to digital and emerging technologies and develops strategies to meet those needs including developing teaching aids and tools. Provides technology assistance and introduces new technologies to library staff, volunteers and customers at all library locations. Networks with outside technology groups and vendors including outside library technology groups to identify emerging trends for technology use in library settings. Assists customers with performing research into digital and new technology inquiries including software, applications, publishing vendors, operating systems and hardware. Coordinates with Community Relations in creating user tools and brochures on how to use PCCLD’s technology resources. Provides general reference assistance by helping customers locate materials, answers questions, places holds, completes forms, confers with other staff and makes referrals to other organizations and agencies; instructs customers in the use of print and on-line materials, equipment, and technologies. Resolves customer issues and communicates library policies and procedures to customers.

Additional Info & Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a Masters Degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (required). Must possess general knowledge and have experience working with emerging and digital technologies, preferably in an instructional or teaching capacity. Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of adult materials in print, electronic, periodical, video, digital and other mediums. Expert level of knowledge around the field of digital and emerging technologies. Possess a strong working knowledge on use of Microsoft operating system and software. Knowledge of other Internet software and media applications, digital technologies, android and Apple software a must. Ability to plan, instruct and transfer information to a diverse population; knowledge of adult learning models. Demonstrated ability to develop programming that meets the community’s needs. Knowledge of research techniques, reference resources, databases and internet resources. Ability to work independently and as a team member to plan, develop, organize and execute job assignments. Excellent customer relations skills and the ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve issues. Ability to conduct reference interviews.

The Community

Pueblo City-County Library District MOTTO Ideas, Imagination & Information MISSION We serve as a foundation for our community by offering welcoming, well equipped and maintained facilities,outstanding collections, and well-trained employees who provide expert service encouraging the joy of reading, supporting lifelong learning and presenting access to information from around the world. VISION Books and Beyond

HR Info

719-562-5632Submit a completed PCCLD Employment Application, letter of interest and resume. Email: sara.rose@pueblolibrary.org. Mail: PCCLD, HR, 100 E. Abriendo Ave., Pueblo, CO 81004 Fax: 719-562-5609 Obtain an application by visiting www.pueblolibrary.org. Equal Opportunity Employer