Job Opportunities

Makerspace Program Director

Position Location:  STEAM, Continuing Education

The position reports directly to Executive Dean of Continuing Education

Job Summary:
The position is responsible for overseeing correct implementation of the Aerospace Manufacturing Technology and STEAM laboratory spaces. Once completed this position will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Nunez Community College Makerspace. Additional responsibilities include directing the development and delivery of training for industry’s current and emerging needs in short format low barrier to entry training sessions; serving as an active team member of various workforce development boards and committees, and managing the activities of all personnel involved in the Nunez Community College Makerspace.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred – or equivalent graduate experience), 2 years of experience managing a makerspace, experience with construction management preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Oversee correct implementation of Aerospace Manufacturing Technology and STEAM laboratory spaces.
  • Ensure conformation with technical specifications of each program during refurbishment of the new building.
  • Guide completion and procurement of the makerspace and Aerospace Manufacturing Technology Labs.
  • Teach STEAM skills camps/classes when required.
  • Oversee operation of Nunez Community College Makerspace once completed.
  • Be an active team member on the local workforce development boards and committees.
  • When necessary, conducts surveys, needs assessments, and research to determine customized training offerings.
  • Train individuals who need to upgrade their current job skills and/or develop new job skills to remain in their current occupations or find new employment.
  • Publicize, through the Public Information Officer, training classes, collaborative efforts, grants, etc.
  • Coordinate curriculum planning and development for customized training classes.
  • Recruit, supervise and evaluate part-time faculty in workforce training programs.
  • Work closely with credit and non-credit registrars, Bursar, Director of Sponsored Programs, CFO, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and others, per situational demands, to assure accurate records, billing, and data transference.
  • Articulate the mission of the office, within the scope of the overall College mission and within the goals and objectives of the Strategic Plan.
  • Prepare and strive to achieve annual goals complementary to the mission of the College.
  • Facilitate communication with and work for common interests of College students, faculty, staff, and administration.
  • Participate in College meetings/committees as appropriate.
  • Be willing and able to work at nontraditional times (evenings, Saturdays, during regular College holidays and breaks, and occasionally a Sunday).
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Dean of Continuing Education

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred or equivalent experience preferred) and two to five years’ of relevant experience in conducting and managing makerspaces; ability to work independently; coordinate and direct multiple programs with little or no direct supervision; possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements:
During time of peak times and reporting deadlines, this job may involve extended work hours.  Work days during this time may include nights and weekends. Ability to be able to lift up to 25lbs, ability to perform the following activities minimally up to 10% of the time, Bend; climb; crawl; reach; sit; squatting/kneeling; stand; twist; walk; work above shoulder.

Salary Range:  $55,000 -$60,000

Open until filled.

To apply, send resume, cover letter, and three professional reference contact information to:

Office of Human Resources
Nunez Community College

By mail: 3710 Paris Rd. Chalmette, LA 70043

By email (preferred): resumes@nunez.edu (Put Makerspace Program Manager in the subject line)

By fax: 504-278-6489

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