TEL Training Assistant - (Librarian/Archivist Assistant 2) - Human Resources Division

Human Resources Division•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The TEL Training Assistant works with the Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL) at the Tennessee State Library & Archives, Planning & Development. The role conducts scheduled training for librarians, teachers, and students, in person or virtually, and serves as TEL’s primary contact for training planning, implementation, and logistical support. The assistant prepares training materials such as PowerPoint presentations, short videos, and handouts; presents at conferences and workshops; tracks and reports training data; and builds partnerships with libraries, school districts, and educators through outreach. The role also develops a way to evaluate training effectiveness and identify potential new topics, updates TEL and TEL4U websites as directed, and maintains TEL Academy as resources change. Other duties may be assigned. The position may be based in locations including Athens, Cookeville, Clarksville, Nashville, or Martin. It requires travel throughout Tennessee as needed and the ability to work in an environment with books and materials that may contain dust and other allergens. Physical duties include handling items weighing up to 40 pounds, maneuvering carts, retrieving and reshelving materials, and standing or walking for extended periods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of experience providing training for education or library organizations.
Excellent presentation and training skills.
Overall knowledge of general library practices.
Expert ability using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Working knowledge of video conferencing platforms.
Effective communication with diverse groups and individuals, with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing, following project timelines, and meeting deadlines.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to maintain workflow with multiple interruptions.
Ability to work unsupervised in a conscientious manner and collegially as part of a team.
Ability to work in an environment with books and materials that contain dust and other allergens.
Ability to travel throughout the state as needed.
Ability to lift and carry boxes, ledgers, books, and other items weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to push and maneuver utility and book carts through stack aisles and carpeted areas.
Ability to bend, squat, and reach frequently to retrieve and reshelve items.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 4 hours at a time.
Ability to use a telephone and computer system simultaneously for extended periods and to sit for long periods.
Ability to work safely with provided equipment and follow health and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled training for librarians, teachers, and students in person or virtually.
Serve as TEL’s primary contact for training planning, implementation, and logistical support.
Prepare training materials, including PowerPoint presentations, short training videos, and handouts.
Present at conferences and librarian and teacher workshops about TEL resources.
Track, analyze, and report training data.
Build partnerships with libraries, school districts, and other educators through outreach such as social media, conferences, and email campaigns.
Create an evaluation mechanism to assess training effectiveness and identify potential additions to training topics.
Update TEL and TEL4U websites as directed.
Update TEL Academy, TEL’s asynchronous training platform, as resources are updated.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow health and safety instructions, report unsafe practices or hazardous conditions, and take measures to protect collections from loss, mutilation, or theft.