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Learning Experiences Manager Pay Grade: 10 (Exempt) Full-time The Learning Experiences Manager works in collaboration with, and under the supervision of, the deputy director to oversee programs, spaces, tools, and staff to facilitate learning for the Skokie community. This department manager oversees the work of a talented team that coordinates youth and family programming, young adult services, adult programming, and experiential learning spaces and opportunities. The learning experiences team designs and implements events, group classes, 1:1 consultations, exhibits, and library learning spaces including the youth computer lab and the BOOMbox, our interactive STEAM space. Minimum Qualifications: (education, experience, and certifications) • • •
MLS degree from an ALA accredited library school or relevant experience and study Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in public libraries or museums Experience designing and implementing programs for all ages in public libraries
Minimum Competencies: (knowledge, skills, and abilities) • • • •
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Excellent social and written and oral communication skills Broad cultural competency knowledge and skills, and ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse workforce and community Dedicated to the pursuit of equity, diversity, and inclusion Ability to: o see the big picture and think strategically about the library’s role in providing learning experiences to the community o develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and community members o motivate, inspire, and lead direct reports and other colleagues o anticipate and creatively solve problems with a flexible mindset o work independently and handle multiple initiatives while meeting deadlines Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven decisions Deep personal dedication to public service Ability to adjust to change positively
Preferred Qualifications: • • •
Two or more years of recent supervisory experience Experience working with community members of all ages Knowledge of methods used to discover community needs and interests such as those used by the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation
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Organizational skills with attention to detail
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Proven project management ability Familiarity with a foreign language
Essential Functions: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Provides leadership through participation on library’s management team and supervision of Learning Experiences departmental staff Assists with strategic planning processes and the design and implementation of annual objectives Hires, trains, coaches, and reviews performance of staff Collaborates with members of administration and management team to ensure successful library operations and services; assists in the development of policies Oversees departmental collaboration with staff throughout the library to coordinate the provision of programs and events to the public Manages budget related to programming and learning spaces Works with Young Adult Services staff to provide spaces and services to patrons in grades 6-12 Works with experiential learning staff to provide hands-on learning spaces and services for all ages Contributes to public service in the library at public service areas Collaborates with the Community Engagement department to support community partnerships and initiatives Collaborates with the Communications and Multimedia Engagement department to share information about library programs and events with the public Collaborates with the Access Services department to provide patron access to collections, including online learning platforms and STEAM kits Maintains current knowledge of library and other relevant fields such as education and technology Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for administration and Board of Trustees Regular and punctual attendance
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Serves as Librarian in Charge as needed Serves on internal committees and task forces Participates in professional networking groups, attends relevant training opportunities, and presents at conferences Leads and/or assists with grant and sponsorship submissions Performs other related duties as assigned
Physical/Mental Demands and Environmental Conditions: Reasonable accommodations to these requirements will be made as needed • •
Ability to perform office-related functions including extended concentration on a computer and typing capability Work may include prolonged sitting, standing, stooping, bending, lifting/moving materials, getting down on the floor, as well as near constant computer use.
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Ability to perform office-related functions including extended concentration on a computer and typing capability Work may include prolonged sitting, standing, stooping, bending, lifting/moving materials, getting down on the floor, as well as near constant computer use. Manual dexterity, clear speech, hearing acuity, and correctable vision needed 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. Employee required to park in designated area
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Direct reports may include: • •
Supervisor Librarian
