Voices of the Land Coordinator
Voices of the Land Coordinator
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Are you a digitalcontent professional who is passionate about connecting with and supporting the community to create share discover and celebrate Indigenous stories Are you motivated by working to improve Indigenous data sovereignty and user experiences with webcontent sharing platforms Edmonton Public Library is looking for a confident and dynamic Voices of the Land Coordinator to advance provincial Indigenous Digital Storytelling Initiatives. This platform was designed as a safekeeping place and is the culmination of collaboration with Elders Knowledge Keepers and community members.
As a member of our collaborative Collection Management & Access team you will support the continuous improvement and daytoday administration of the digital content platform focusing on the enduser experience. You will also support EPLs digitization efforts and provide support to customers in accessing and troubleshooting EPLs online resources.
The successful candidate will have a strong connection to Indigenous communities in Alberta and be a training ambassador who effectively facilitates platform user training sessions for members of Indigenous communities and library staff across Alberta. You will mentor and support participants in sharing their stories and using the platform effectively.
As the ideal candidate you will have a strong customer service approach experience working with and consulting diverse communities and demonstrated superior communication presentation and collaboration skills.
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- Related degree or diploma from a recognized postsecondary institution (equivalencies may be considered). Certificate in digital media production or equivalent is preferred.
- Oneyear related customer service or library experience.
- A minimum of three years of related experience is required. Experience in a large public sector institutional or commercial organization is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience or coursework on training people to use technology is required.
- An understanding of local Indigenous communities including Indigenous perspectives histories traditions and protocols.
- Experience with capturing processing describing and/or publishing digital stories and record (audio video image text).
- Access to a vehicle and a valid Alberta operators license is required. The Employee Business Expense (A1048) will apply to those who use their personal vehicle for this position.
What do you need to bring to this position
- A strong customer service orientation.
- The ability to develop and deliver effective training programs for staff and customers.
- The ability to work effectively with customers of all age levels and backgrounds; recognizing the needs of users from a wide variety of cultural economic social and educational backgrounds.
- The ability to work effectively in diverse community settings is required.
- Effective project management skills.
- The capacity to readily adapt to shifting priorities and new service directions.
- Ability to convey complex and technical information in clear and jargonfree language to staff at all levels.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Proficiency with personal computers Microsoft Office applications mobile devices and other webbased platforms and service applications.
- A commitment to uphold the Canadian Federation of Library Associations position statements on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion.
Note:
- Satisfactory background screening is required for this position which includes a Criminal Record Check/Police Information Check.
- This position will travel as needed throughout the province.
Who we are:
The secret ingredient for making EPL a magical place is no secret at all; in fact its very simple: We share. We share stories ideas and experiences. We share with our customers our communities and ourselves. We are Edmontons largest lender of all manner of information and entertainment.
Pay Band:
$35.43 $45.23 per hour*
*Approximately $64745 $82651 per annum based on a 35 hour work week.
Shift differential may apply in accordance with the terms and conditions of the CSU 52 Collective Agreement.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
