Creative Technology Supervisor
Pay Grade: 62 Compensation/Benefits: $33.20 - $44.92/hr; Full-time benefits FLSA Classification: Exempt Hours: 40 hrs/wk Full-Time; Some days, evenings, and weekends Location: Districtwide Department: Public Services Supervisor: Library Manager Supervises: Innovation Technicians Deadline for Application: November 09, 2026
Role:
Supervises daily operations and staff in a department, coordinates the use of innovation and maker spaces and equipment, and develops and conducts age-appropriate programming.
This position will require traveling between branches and working with staff remotely.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
25% - SUPERVISION OF DAILY OPERATIONS – Supervises daily operations by getting information and making sense of it, communicating information to staff, organizing resources and making decisions in order to ensure the proper functioning of the operational unit. (Essential)
20% - STAFF PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT – Sets performance objectives for staff; observes and documents performance; recognizes, rewards and disciplines performance; trains staff; and recommends adjustments to pay in order to manage the pay and performance of staff. (Essential)
10% - STAFF SELECTION – Selects staff by interviewing candidates for vacant positions, assessing qualifications, and recommending for hire the candidate that most closely meets the desired qualifications at a starting wage reflective of the hiring strategy and overall staffing plan for the operational unit. (Essential)
10% - COORDINATION OF DISTRICT PRIORITIES – Collaborates with peers, other departments, and staff to coordinate strategic priority efforts; establishes effective workgroups and uses project management best practices to recommend, accomplish and implement projects, initiatives, and strategies. (Essential)
10% - PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT & DELIVERY - Develops and delivers maker and innovation (skills-based) programming to be delivered in the maker space and innovation spaces at LINC and at locations throughout the Library District; Provides one-on-one and group instruction to adult and students of all ages, levels, and abilities. (Essential)
5% - MAKER SPACE COORDINATION - Coordinates the use of the innovation and maker space including the rotation of maker space equipment and tools throughout the libraries. (Essential)
5% - EMPLOYEE TRAINING – Serves as the internal subject matter expert, develops training content, and delivers training to employees on safely operating, cleaning, maintaining, and minor repairing of maker space and innovation equipment and tools. (Essential)
5% - MAINTENANCE OF MAKER SPACE TOOLS & EQUIPMENT - Provides regular maintenance, oversight, and cleaning of the maker space and innovation tools and equipment throughout the Library District; Repairs or replaces equipment as needed; Coordinates the purchase of new or replacement equipment and tools; Performs other duties as assigned. (Essential)
5% - CREATIVE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - Establishes and maintains relationship with local area artists, makers, business owners, and entrepreneurs to provide programs and outreach events; Hosts and/or travels regionally, nationally and to multi-day maker and innovation events; Partners with volunteer coordinators to recruit and train volunteers in use of maker space assets. (Essential)
5% - BUDGETING – Identifies resources needed to provide services, forecasts expenses to provide the services, recommends the annual cost of providing the services, and monitors expenditures throughout the year in order to recommend and maintain department budget. (Essential)
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Science, Media Studies, Environmental Design, Engineering, Fine Arts, Art Education, Computer Science, Communication or other closely related field.
Experience:
Three years of similar or related experience
Previous experience teaching hands-on making activities in a formal or informal education setting with two or more of the following technologies: laser cutting and engraving, 3D printing and scanning, fiber arts, digital design software; vector-based design software (Inkscape preferred) and related maker space technology small board electronic prototyping (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, micro-bit, or basic circuitry)
Able to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently (preferred)
Or any combination of education and experience which provides the success factors.
District Success Factors:
Focuses on the customer Initiative Contributes to a positive work environment Strategic thinking Pursues personal development Continuous improvement Takes pride in the workplace
Job Success Factors:
Knowledge of basic troubleshooting on equipment, machinery, hardware, and software. Skill in customer service including dealing with difficult patrons and volatile situations Skill in collaboration and team building Knowledge of the principles, practices, theory, and applications of public personnel management Skill in supervision Skill in Microsoft Office and Adobe CC Skill in digital and traditional fabrication Skill in laser cutting and engraving, 3D printing and scanning, fiber arts, digital design software, small board electronic prototyping (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, micro-bit, or basic circuitry), vector-based design software (Inkscape preferred), and related Makerspace technology Able to operate various office equipment including copiers Able to plan and conduct age-appropriate programming Able to use good judgment Able to work in teams Able to work with confidential information Able to foster a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for a diverse population of users by using patience and effective communication to assure a positive learning experience Able to work in fast-paced and changing environment Able to communicate effectively through written, oral, web, video, and social media communications Able to improvise with audiences of varied ages and abilities Able to provide one-on-one or small group instruction Able to transport oneself to various locations throughout the service area Valid Colorado driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
Physical Success Factors:
Able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. Able to use a ladder Able to use hand tools as well as larger machinery and equipment Able to work in a dusty and noisy environment
Benefits:
Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation, dependent care and medical expenses Tuition Reimbursement Paid Leave
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.