Makerspace Instructor (Part-Time)

Working Title: Makerspace Instructor (Part-Time)

State Role Title: Media Specialist II

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: JMU Libraries

Department: 100113 – Libraries

 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $19.26 / hour

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 1/6/2025

 

About JMU:

JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!

 

General Information:

James Madison University’s (JMU) Libraries is seeking two team-oriented staff members for the positions of Makerspace Instructor. The successful candidates will assume a lead role in providing guidance and instruction to patrons and other student employees. Will provide excellent customer service assisting patrons with questions related to their makerspace projects and class assignments.

Position coverage includes days, evenings, and weekends.

This is a part-time wage position with no benefits working an average of 29 hours per week.

The Libraries particularly welcomes applicants who can enhance the inclusive excellence of our campus community, and who can demonstrate a commitment to building equitable and inclusive environments for teaching, learning, research, and service. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming place for everyone, encouraging dialogue and celebrating diverse life experiences and perspectives. We encourage experimentation and creativity in pursuit of meaningful solutions that build on our position as core academic infrastructure for our campus community.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical advice and assistance on services and equipment to faculty, staff, and students to support their multimedia and makerspace projects.
• Teach workshops and actively participate in events supporting the JMU community and class needs.
• Provide guidance and support to effectively apply policies and follow safety guidelines to ensure proper equipment is used by patrons and employees.
• Maintain and integrate a variety of makerspace equipment and systems including 3D printing, virtual reality, laser cutting, vinyl printing, textile arts, and other emerging technologies.
• Attend training and other professional development opportunities to proactively learn new software and hardware skills.
• Assist Libraries and Learning Innovations and Design colleagues with other duties and projects as assigned.
• The successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to be flexible depending on the university and library's calendars. Hours may not be available when the university is closed or on breaks.

 

Qualifications:

Required:
• Willingness to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Evidence of providing excellent customer service to a diverse constituency in a professional and positive manner.
• Strong proficiency with computers and technology that includes an ability to quickly learn new technologies and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a dynamic, c