Makerspace Coordinator

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Under the direction of the Director of the Miller Learning Center & Student Success, the Makerspace Coordinator is responsible for managing student staff, supervising day-to-day activities and operations, supporting students, faculty, and staff in exploring new technologies and furthering innovation through the use of equipment, software, and tools available in the makerspace housed in the Miller Learning Center.

This position will work collaboratively with EITS staff in the Miller Learning Center to

hire, train, and supervise student staff who will provide assistance with the use of the technology in the makerspace, tech lending, and also the new and emerging technologies within the creative engagement wing. Consults with vendors, technicians, and colleagues to build partnerships with other experts both on and off campus. The Makerspace Coordinator will coordinate and participate in the development and implementation of training materials, safety standards, operating procedures, and policies for the Makerspace and other campus fabrication facilities. The Makerspace Coordinator will actively participate in equipment selection, facility layout, and development of safety standards and protocols.

This position schedules and leads tours of the makerspace, determines and implements policies, procedures, programs, and systems necessary to enhance the operation of the space and services. Provides expert technical assistance to faculty, staff, and patrons on the use of emerging technologies (equipment, software, and services); multimedia formats; robotics; virtual reality; and 3D / other specialty printing. Collaborates with the Emerging Technologies Librarian to support curriculum and develop appropriate programming for the makerspace. Creates and revises library guides, tutorials, contributes to the creation of marketing and outreach materials, maintains statistics on the use of the space.

The Makerspace aims to foster an active-learning environment that inspires curiosity, exploration, critical thought, and innovative uses of technology that complement multidisciplinary curricular activities. The Makerspace cultivates discovery and hands-on learning that enhances intellectual curiosity and student success. It is open to all UGA students, staff, and faculty for educational, non-commercial purposes. The Makerspace Coordinator is a member of the Student Success team which is comprised of 5 librarians, 1 staff member, and student assistants.

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