Job Opportunities
The position of Digital Content Manager requires an innovative and collegial individual to bring creativity, expertise, and leadership to the digital initiatives of Providence Public Library (PPL). This hybrid position combines technological ingenuity, library collections, and resources and is responsible for creating, sharing, and promoting library materials online, including AskRI.org. In addition to supporting AskRI.org, the Statewide Reference Resource Center, this position is charged with building online interfaces that support to inform, educate, and inspire the public. This position also supervises a varying number of digital technology & scanning specialists who perform the actual scanning and metadata entry required to move projects forward.
The Digital Content Manager (DCM) requires expert technology skills as well as the ability to envision and help build the digital library of the future. It is supervised by the Director of Technology and Information Services who also serves as the AskRI Director. The DCM also works closely with library administration and departmental managers including programming staff, special collections librarians, and reference/AskRI librarians.
The DCM is a key member of the Statewide Reference Resource Center/AskRI team. As such, this position is grant funded through the state of Rhode Island from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020, with the high possibility of a renewal for a second year and beyond. This position is expected to perform the online, social media and marketing duties of SRRC/AskRI, as well as provide technical expertise and leadership for online content for Providence Public Library. The DCM ensures that digital projects with value to a statewide audience are a high priority. Leadership in the broader digital community is expected of the person in this position.
The DCM reports to the Technology & Information Services Director and functions as an integral team member for SRRC/AskRI services, including:
- Key responsibility for digitization efforts, including the management of all scanning technicians and metadata entry specialists
- Assisting with technical support for AskRI.org databases and online resources
- Assisting in troubleshooting issues
- Training other library staff members across the state and the public on how to use AskRI. org
- Compiles and submits monthly statistical reports and maintain website use statistics
- Responsible for all aspects of maintaining the AskRI website including regular updating to reflect new online electronic resources as identified by AskRI librarians
- Ensuring that ProvLib and AskRI websites present information in a clear, easy to navigate manner for users of all abilities using current digital technologies
- Promoting all the AskRI.org services vigorously through broad range of social media, other formats, and other venues as outlined in the contract
- Manages the digitization staff, paid, voluntary, and work-study, in the technical processes required
- Helps conceptualize, produce, and disseminate digital content from the library’s collections and provides technical support for all content initiatives
- Works with staff and community to brainstorm, formulate, track and help develop new digital tools
- Provides leadership in the digitization community state/regional wide
- Assists in managing overall content within the library’s WordPress-powered website
- Compiles library website usage data and analytics
- Helps build and maintain the library’s digital collections CMS and Islandora repository architecture
- Expert level HTML and CSS skills, particularly with WordPress platform and advanced plugins
- Demonstrable understanding of digital preservation systems, metadata standards and digital preservation best practices
- Develops online initiatives with an emphasis on utilizing web tools and interfaces
- Works with department managers and programming staff to integrate a digital presence into collections and all programming as feasible
- Miscellaneous duties, as required
EDUCATION AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Master’s degree from a Museum Studies program or Library/Information Science program, or Master’s degree in a relevant subject area with extensive experience working with cultural collections.
- Two years’ experience working with digital humanities or collections.
- Experience working with digital asset management, digital repository and/or digital library systems, such as Fedora, Islandora, CONTENTdm, etc.
- Experience working with JSON/XML.
- Experience working Git and Github for version control and development workflows.
- Demonstrable understanding of metadata and encoding standards.
- Applied experience with current web and digital content technologies.
- Self-directed, able to respond quickly to constant changes in technology.
- Effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Enthusiastic attitude and ability to thrive in a highly collaborative team environment.
- Marketing and social media experience preferred.
This position is and exempt and is part of the Union. It is also a full-time position working 35 hours per week and has a salary range of $50,000 - $55,000.
Please submit cover letter and resume by August 26, 2019.
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
E-mail: HR@provlib.org
The Providence Public Library
Attn: HR
150 Empire Street
Providence, RI 02903
Equal Opportunity
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Providence Public Library are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. PPL is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and above), disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. PPL will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
The ESOL Instructor is responsible for providing instruction to adult English Language learners (ELLs) for one or more of the following class offerings: ESOL, Computer/Digital Literacy and US Citizenship Preparation. Teaching includes curriculum development, evaluation of students’ progress, and accurate maintenance of all students’ records. Classroom instruction should be interactive and incorporate a variety of teaching techniques, materials and resources.
Job Duties
- Develop and implement instructional lessons based on student’s proficiency level using relevant content standards.
- Differentiate instruction and use varied instructional modalities: individualized, collaborative student groupings, whole class instruction, and blended learning.
- Deliver learner-centered and interactive learning activities that facilitate student learning of content areas and develop their language skills, including reading, writing, listening, speaking, and vocabulary development.
- Motivate and support adults in a culturally responsive manner; Analyze student progress to identify areas for improvement; provide on-going to feedback to students and to supervisors.
- Document adult learner progress on formal and informal assessments and maintain necessary student information for compliance with data requirements; properly and timely administer all required testing to students.
- Recruit, coordinate, train, and supervise volunteers and/or staff.
- Communicate with agency staff and community partners to refer students in need of community resources.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- BS/BA in ESOL/Education or equivalent;
- Previous experience working with adults in an educational/tutorial setting;
- Commitment to literacy and an interest in working with adults of diverse economic, linguistic, and/or cultural backgrounds;
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Ability to work independently off-site and to problem solve; locations may include libraries, schools, work sites, community and government organizations, etc.
- Technology skills needed to teach Northstar or other Digital Literacy curriculum;
- Demonstrated ability to be accurate and timely in submitting required documentation;
- Ability to work as a team, building relationships with community partners, staff, and administration in a collaborative, productive, and supportive manner;
- Commitment to ongoing Professional Development and learning.
Salary commensurate with experience. This is a part-time contract position, 4-8 hours per week in a business casual environment.
Please submit cover letter and resume by August 26, 2019.
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
E-mail: HR@provlib.org
The Providence Public Library
Attn: HR
150 Empire Street
Providence, RI 02903
Equal Opportunity
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Providence Public Library are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. PPL is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and above), disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. PPL will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Coding Instructor for Teens
Data Analytics Instructor for Teens
Independent Contractor - Part-time Position(s) Available
Providence Public Library (PPL) is currently seeking candidates for the positions of Coding and Data Analytics Instructors for our Teen Squad programs: Rhode Coders 2.0 and Data Navigators 2.0. PPL’s Teen Squad program empowers teens to be content creators by exploring and learning new technology skills that are transferable to the real world.
The Rhode Coders 2.0 course provides a foundation of web-development programming and coding for students with no or some previous coding experience. Students learn HTML and CSS or JavaScript along with programming fundamentals using a fun and game-oriented approach. Participants in grades 9-12 have the opportunity to earn .5 high school credit through the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE’s) Advanced Coursework Network initiative.
The Data Navigators 2.0 course provides a foundation of data analytics basics including: 1) posing a question, 2) collecting relevant data, 3) cleaning the data using spreadsheet software, 4) visualizing that data using industry accepted software, and 5) analyzing data for insightful trends and correlations. Participants in grades 9-12 have the opportunity to earn .5 high school credit through the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE’s) Advanced Coursework Network initiative and 2 college credits from Roger Williams University.
The Instructor will learn the Rhode Coders 2.0 and Data Navigators 2.0 curricula and deliver instruction and support to teens throughout these courses. PPL will offer three courses for teens in the Fall of 2019:
- Data Navigators 2.0 - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3 to 5pm, September 16 - December 18 (52 instructional hours, 26 planning hours)
- Data Navigators 2.0 - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:45am to 12:45pm, September 17 - December 19 (54 instructional hours, 27 planning hours)
- Rhode Coders 2.0 - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 5pm, September 17 - December 17 (52 instructional hours, 26 planning hours)
Depending on applicant strengths and availability, these courses may be taught by one Independent Contractor or the courses may split among two or more Independent Contractors. Contracts may be renewed for classes running January - May pending funding approval and successful Fall semester.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position(s) will report to the Teen Educator and Teen Librarian and work closely with the Workforce Development Specialist and the Teen Teaching Assistant.
Duties will include but not be limited to; learning and teaching the Rhode Coders 2.0 and Data Navigators 2.0 curricula, actively assisting a group of teens throughout the coding and data analytics course, assisting teens while they complete their digital badge tasks, and assisting teens in choosing and completing their final projects.
- Demonstrated interest in working with youth ages 12 - 18;
- Thinks creatively;
- Has patience, a good work ethic, and a sense of humor;
- Adapts to various situations while maintaining a calm demeanor;
- Ability to help create and maintain a positive learning environment;
- Demonstrates strength in the 21st Century skills of Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Communication, Engagement in Own Learning, and Perseverance;
- Effective time management skills;
- Ability to develop and implement lesson plans and curriculum;
- Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning;
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, instructor, and teens in the class;
- Experience and cultural competence working with diverse communities;
- Presents a positive image of the library to the community;
- Other responsibilities as required for the success of the program.
EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
- Ability to use collaboration tools such as Google Drive or SLACK;
- Advanced Knowledge of HTML5;
- Advanced Knowledge of CSS3;
- Advanced Knowledge of JavaScript ES6;
- Experience with using various Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) e.g. REPL.IT or SUBLIME;
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
- Advanced knowledge of Tableau or willingness to learn;
- Experience teaching in a formal or informal educational setting a plus (not required);
- Experience with micro-credentialing a plus (not required).
COMPENSATION
$30/hr
Please submit cover letter and resume by Monday, August 19, 2019.
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
E-mail: HR@provlib.org
The Providence Public Library
Attn: HR
150 Empire Street
Providence, RI 02903
Equal Opportunity
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Providence Public Library are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. PPL is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and above), disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. PPL will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.