Area 49 Makerspace Coordinator

University of North Carolina Charlotte

$35,838 - $44,797

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Nov 19, 2024

Area 49 Makerspace Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits

The finalist may be subject to a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle report.

Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors.

The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.

Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.

Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.

Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. (see the job duties section of previous employment).

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application if requested.

These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Position Information

General Information

Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week	40
Months per year	12
Position Number	002177
NC Salary Grade Equivalency	GN06
Classification Title	University Library Specialist - Contributing
Working Title	Area 49 Makerspace Coordinator
Salary Range	$35,838 - $44,797
Anticipate Hiring Range	$35,838 - $44,797
FLSA Status	Non Exempt
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	Library (Adm)
Work Unit	Digital Scholarship & Innovation
Work Schedule	8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, with some flexibility on start and end times, as well as occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.
Primary Purpose of Position	Reporting to the Digital Pedagogy & Emerging Technologies Librarian, the Area 49 Makerspace Coordinator manages Area 49's Makerspace within J. Murrey Atkins Library and coordinates activities within it, such as technology use, training, and support services for members of the UNC Charlotte community. The Makerspace Coordinator primarily manages the Area 49 Makerspace and provides direct support for students, faculty and staff using Makerspace technologies, such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC routers, and other maker items, but also provides such support throughout the other innovation spaces within Area 49, as needed.
Minimum Education/Experience	Required Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university and one year of experience in a library or archives and/or records management; or high school and five years of experience in a library or archives and/or records management; or equivalent combination of training and experience. University Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university and one year of experience in a library or archives and/or records management; or high school and five years of experience in a library or archives and/or records management; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Essential Job Duties	Manages daily operations of the Area 49 Makerspace; Troubleshoots Makerspace technology, as well as technology throughout Area 49; Conducts individual, group, and/or class training sessions and workshops on Makerspace technologies, applications, tools, and skills (and other Area 49 technology, based on the applicant's interest); Handles Makerspace safety concerns and ensures a high standard of safety practices; Maintains supply levels and requests materials; Develops and maintains user guides, training modules, support materials, and Makerspace processes and workflows; Mentors and encourages creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning and serves as a consultant to Makerspace users; Works collaboratively with the Area 49 and other Library colleagues on various projects and initiatives that serve Area 49's user base;
Other Work Responsibilities	Supervises and trains Makerspace student workers and maintains work schedules; Fills weekday daytime gaps in Makerspace and Area 49 Desk coverage; Provides basic library services to users (includes library services such as basic reference, assistance with general library technology like public computing and printing, providing campus information) Independently resolves routine and non-routine problems through standard and creative troubleshooting procedures. Performs routine diagnostics and/or configurations on assigned software and/or hardware according to standard operating procedures. Stays informed on trends and best practices in makerspace technology; Represents the Makerspace at events, such as maker faires and campus creative and informational events; Researches and recommends policies, procedures, and innovative technologies for adoption; Perform other duties as assigned.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working in a library or a similar public service point. Experience providing excellent customer service in a library atmosphere. Experience setting up and troubleshooting nontraditional technologies, such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, sewing machines, and more. Experience with general computer skills and the ability to troubleshoot computer, copier, scanner, and printer issues. Experience in developing and facilitating trainings and workshops. Experience and knowledge managing makerspace and of makerspace safety standards and best practices. Formal or informal management or supervisory experience. Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to work independently. Effective oral and written communication skills. Strong attention to details.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Work Location	Atkins Library
Posting date	11/12/2024
Closing date	11/26/2024
Proposed Hire Date	01/02/2025
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants	UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits The finalist may be subject to a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle report. Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two *current/previous supervisors.* The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist*. Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. (see the job duties section of previous employment). Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application if requested. These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Posting Specific Questions

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
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- Agency Referral
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Where did you learn about this posting?

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Do you have experience working in a library or a similar public service point that is relevant to the position you are applying to? If so, briefly explain your experience.

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Do you have experience setting up and troubleshooting nontraditional technologies, such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, sewing machines and other technologies?
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- No
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Do you have experience in developing and facilitating trainings and workshops? If so, please explain your experience.

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Do you have experience and knowledge managing makerspace and of makerspace safety standards and best practices?
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- No
- Knowledge with limited experience

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents