California State University, Los Angeles · 1 month ago
Makerspace Project Coordinator
California State University, Los Angeles is seeking a Makerspace Project Coordinator to oversee the operation of the ECST Makerspace and related spaces. The role involves maintaining equipment, supervising student workers, and assisting faculty in developing instructional materials.
Education
Responsibilities
Oversee the operation of the ECST Makerspace and related spaces
Maintain the equipment
Supervise the use of equipment and tools
Supervise student workers
Provide assistance to faculty to develop instructional/training materials
Oversee support of project teams and faculty using the space
Qualification
Required
Two years of progressively responsible journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of technical equipment typically found in electro-mechanical shops and labs, including one year involving design modifications and fabrication of complex and highly technical equipment or systems
Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in electro-mechanical labs and shops
Knowledge of design and safety protocols
Ability to train and supervise students
Ability to apply previous experience and knowledge to plan, organize, and coordinate the work of technical projects
Ability to design, fabricate, and assemble devices and systems
Ability to install, replace, repair, and maintain a wide variety of equipment for the Makerspace, shops, and electro-mechanical labs
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships
Ability to use modern productivity software
Demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU
California State University, Los Angeles requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California
Preferred
Experience working with students and project teams
Experience working in a Makerspace or equivalent
Company
California State University, Los Angeles
Cal State LA is a public university in Los Angeles, California.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.75MKey Investors
GettyNASACalifornia Energy Commission
2025-08-20Grant· $0.27M
2023-07-26Grant
2022-12-03Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
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