Bowie State University

Bowie State University

Makerspace Lab Specialist (Grant Funded Position - Contingent II)

Bowie State University, USA · Mid · Contract

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About the role

  • The Makerspace Lab Specialist oversees the EIC makerspace facility, fosters innovation, and hands-on learning.
  • The Makerspace Lab Specialist will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth and efficient operational flow in the EIC while providing a welcoming environment for guests and managing the use of state-of-the-art makerspace equipment.
  • This position is a blend of technical prowess, educational insight, administrative acumen and creative flair.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain an inventory of equipment, supplies and materials allocated to the Makerspace.
  • User Assistance Training & Safety (20%) Develop user and safety guides for all equipment and oversee equipment training for users.
  • Update and enforce makerspace policies and procedures to maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
  • Program Development Implementation (15%) Develop and implement innovative programs and workshops to engage users and foster a culture of creativity and innovation.
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate makerspace resources into their curriculum.
  • Collaborate with academic computing and faculty to integrate maker space course content on Blackboard.
  • Administrative Duties (15%) Manage reservations, scheduling and usage records for the Makerspace and EIC.
  • Manage security protocols during opening and closing, ensuring the safety of equipment and the integrity of the EIC building.
  • Maintain a log of work orders and needed repairs within the building.
  • Point-of-contact for EIC (10%) Serve as a point-of-contact for visitors, guests and staff entering the EIC building.

Requirements

  • Evening and night hours required.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to handle inquiries from guests, staff, and students with diplomacy and professionalism.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Master's degree preferred.

Skills

  • Technical proficiency in makerspace technologies, tools and equipment.
  • Knowledge of safety protocols, risk management and hazard identification associated with the tools and equipment in the makerspace.
  • Conduct routine safety and operational checks of all tools and equipment.
  • Provide assistance, guidance to makerspace users on various tools, technology and equipment.

Compensation

  • Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and suppleme

Benefits

  • Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons.
  • Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment.
  • The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations.
  • equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment.
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