Part-Time MakerSpace Assistant (BC student) Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 16102)

Description

Position Summary  

Are you passionate about creative projects and have experience working with students? Are you a continuous learner and like helping with workshop planning? Do you like learning new tools, helping others to succeed while operating equipment for creative projects? You may be the ideal match for this part-time MakerSpace Assistant position.

The ideal candidate is a strong team player, highly organized and independent problem-solver, as well as meticulous, thorough, and disciplined. They enjoy working with different customers (students and faculty), can juggle multiple priorities, and work at a faster-than-average pace. This person is high-energy, outgoing, enthusiastic, and connects easily with others.

The RISE Learning Institute's MakerSpace is a collaborative work space where BC students build and share their own creations while exploring and mastering new techniques and technologies. The MakerSpace Assistants play key roles in helping shape this exciting space.  The core technologies for the MakerSpace include, but are not limited to; 3D printing, laser cutting, arduino and raspberry Pi, costumes and cosplay, soldering and circuits.  MakerSpace Assistants are supervised by the RISE Associate Director and STEM Liaison. This is a temporary student only position.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Pay rate: $18.68/hour - $24.70/hour

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $19/hour. 

The successful candidate is expected to work 6-12 hours per week. This position typically assigned as needed on a quarterly basis, with no expectation of continued employment beyond the current appointment. 

This position is expected to NOT be eligible for benefits. Student employees are entitled to begin accruing paid sick leave from the start of their employment.

About The College  

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

For more about Bellevue College's impact, visit Facts at a Glance.

About the Department  

The RISE Learning Institute, a part of the Connected Learning Division, works across Bellevue College and with the surrounding community to provide opportunities for students to learn through experiences, with the goal of helping them identify, articulate, build, and apply strengths. RISE builds cross campus collaborations, innovative programs, and community connections to prove transformative learning experiences for students.  By fostering Research, Innovation, Service, and Experiential Learning (RISE), the RISE Institute helps students develop skills that can help them succeed during and after their time at Bellevue College.

Essential Functions  

• Helping RISE staff and BC faculty plan and conduct workshops
• Provide tours of the space
• Answer student questions and assist students who are engaged in creative projects
• Become qualified to use MakerSpace equipment and train student/visitors to use it properly
• Supervising "Open Build" times: verifying that students are proficient using  the equipment and making sure that they are using the tools and equipment safely
• Manage inventory of supplies, organize supplies, create purchase lists
• Maintain equipment
• Planning and creating social media content and other marketing materials for the MakerSpace
• Researching best practices at other collegiate makerspaces and making recommendation for future programming to engage a wide range of diverse student groups
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications  

• At the time of hire, students must: 
  • Be a currently enrolled Bellevue College student.
  • Be in good standing with Student Conduct.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with other students, staff, and faculty on collaborative projects.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Previous experience answering questions or troubleshooting in a design space, lab, OR customer service environment
• Experience managing technically complex projects
• Experience scheduling and coordinating events
• Previous marketing experience, especially if such experience includes creating content for social media
• Experience teaching, mentoring, or tutoring, especially if you worked with diverse students
• Familiarity with any of the specialized equipment in the MakerSpace (i.e. 3D printing, CNC machining, crafting machinery such as the Cameo or Curio, industrial sewing machine, arduinos and raspberry Pi, etc.) 
   

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

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Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be invited to interview until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applications, response times may vary, and we may not be able to provide updates or feedback to all applicants. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying.

Required application materials: 

• Attach a Resume
• Attach a Cover Letter
• Complete Job Questionnaires 
   

Contact:

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources by emailing to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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