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Hello All,</p>
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Please see the job description below or attached to this email for an opening at Herrick District Library for our Groundworks Coordinator.</p>
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<b>Herrick District Library<o:p> </o:p></b></p>
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<b>Groundworks Coordinator<o:p> </o:p></b></p>
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<b>Starting Wage: $24.60 per hour/Full Time with Benefits<o:p> </o:p></b></p>
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Herrick District Library has an opening for a Groundworks Coordinator.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">
</span>This is a full-time supervisory position which reports to the Assistant Director.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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<b>General Summary:</b> Groundworks is a digital media/creative space which currently consists of several laptops with the Adobe Suite software, equipment for recording stories, converting files to digital formats, and video/photography equipment. The space
is to provide access to digital workshops, digital creation technology and expert assistance in the lifelong education of patrons. The Groundworks Coordinator facilitates learning through offering a variety of educational workshops, real time collaboration,
open lab hours and collection of community stories. The Groundworks Coordinator will be a collaborator and demonstrate a high understanding of technology, be familiar with multiple technology platforms, and possess willingness to inspire imagination and innovative
learning. This position requires an entrepreneurial spirit.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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<b>Essential Duties:<o:p> </o:p></b></p>
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<li>Oversee Groundworks space, scheduling, and programming.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Research, recommend and deliver services, equipment, hardware, and software; helps develop a budget.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Develop and document training procedures for equipment; provide input on policies and procedures related to Groundworks and associated equipment/technology.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Assist patrons of all ages and abilities in using tools, equipment, and software; offer patrons one-on-one instruction and find appropriate training resources.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Work interdepartmentally, envisioning collaborative projects both inside Groundworks and in our community.<span style="mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast"><o:p> </o:p></span></li><li>Develop and facilitate programming that fits organizational strategic plan, ensure programs add value to the community, and contract with experts for program delivery.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Collect and curate community stories.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Represent HDL in the community through presentations and community events.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Train and supervise Groundworks staff/volunteers.<o:p> </o:p></li><li>Other job-related duties and projects as assigned.<o:p> </o:p></li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications:<o:p> </o:p></b></p>
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Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university required with at least two years of work experience in a related field; preference for master’s degree.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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Excellent communication skills: Ability to listen to and engage the community to draw out interests.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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Experience in using and working with digital equipment and developing programs.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and create learning opportunities.<o:p> </o:p></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Interested applicants should send <a href="https://herrickdl.org/sites/default/files/documents/hdl_employment_application.pdf" title="https://herrickdl.org/sites/default/files/documents/hdl_employment_application.pdf">
application</a> and resume no later than 4:00 pm on Monday, February 15th to: </span>
<a href="mailto:jobs@herrickdl.org"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">jobs@herrickdl.org</span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> or Library Director 300 S. River Ave. Holland, MI 49423<o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<div class="PlainText"><span style="font-size:12pt">Mary Cook</span></div>
<div class="PlainText">Assistant Director</div>
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<div class="PlainText">300 S. River Ave</div>
<div class="PlainText">Holland MI 49423</div>
<div class="PlainText">616.355.3724</div>
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