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Facilitator, Makerspace, University of Rhode Island Libraries, Kingston, RI

Posted August 20, 2018

This position assists with the day-to-day operation of the URI (University of Rhode Island) Libraries’ makerspace (https://web.uri.edu/makerspace/), which serves URI students, faculty, and staff. The makerspace is located at the Carothers Library building in the URI main campus in Kingston, RI. The salary for this position is $25 hourly; 20-35 hours per week. The position is available immediately and may require some evening hours. 

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Bohyun Kim [email protected].

 

DUTIES:

  • Staff and maintain spaces. Keep equipment and materials in good working order and ensure that they are used appropriately and stored at proper locations.
  • Perform routine maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of the equipment such as a 3D printer, a 3D scanner, a laser cutter, and VR systems.
  • Assist users with software, equipment, and designing a project.
  • Conduct training sessions for software and equipment following proper protocol.
  • Contribute to and manage instructional resources.
  • Supervise and train student workers as they assist users with equipment and materials.
  • Ensure department is properly staffed; Assist with preparing the staffing schedule of the makerspace.
  • Provide tours and represent the library in interactions with visitors in all space use.
  • Assist with tours/events/program scheduling and planning and social media outreach.
  • Other tasks assigned as needed.

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

REQUIRED:

  • Interests in, willingness, and ability to quickly learn and apply new technology tools.
  • Ability to effectively assist others in learning new technologies.
  • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Be able to reliably staff spaces during schedules shifts.
  • Be able to participate on team communication platforms (Slack, Email, SMS).
  • Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

PREFERRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Work experience in a makerspace or a lab setting.
  • Experience working with undergraduate and/or graduate students.
  • Experience with fabrication and/or virtual reality equipment/software.
  • Experience with 2D and 3D design software and technologies.
  • Experience with coding.
  • Strong interests and/or experience in making-related activities, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence.