Graduate Student Employee Biweekly - Makerspace & Studios Evening/Weekend Lead

Job Title: Graduate Student Employee Biweekly - Makerspace & Studios Evening/Weekend Lead

Job Classification: Graduate Student Employee Biweekly

Department: Learning Technologies

Hiring Manager: Brandon Kruse

Contact: Brandon_Kruse1@baylor.edu

Work Schedule: 20hrs per week between the hours of 6-10pm on M-F, 2-10pm on Sat, and 4-8pm on Sun

Desired Length of Employment: Spring/Ongoing

Pay Rate: $15.00/hr

Job Description:

The Graduate Assistant, Evening/Weekend Lead will join a team of professional and student staff who facilitate creative activity in the Makerspace & Studios located in Moody Memorial Library. This position serves as the evening/weekend supervisor for the Makerspace & Studios, providing guidance and support to undergraduate student workers while overseeing operations and equipment checkout after regular business hours.

We are looking for someone with a broad interest in creative making and/or media production, a passion for helping others, and a willingness to develop new technical skills. The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with patrons, takes initiative in solving problems, and is comfortable providing leadership and support to a team. If you are passionate about audiovisual technology, hands-on making, and developing supervisory skills to lead others, this may be a great fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the audiovisual equipment checkout program, including the functionality and proper use of available equipment.
• Oversee evening checkout operations by pulling equipment for reservations and generating checkout documentation.
• Inspect returned equipment to verify that all items and accessories are accounted for, reporting any missing or damaged items to the Studio Coordinator.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain the media studios to keep equipment and spaces functional and ready for patrons.
• Achieve a foundational proficiency in all the major tools/resources in the Makerspace.
• Review and grade Canvas Pathways skills modules to authorize patron access to Makerspace equipment.
• Supervise undergraduate student worker operations, including end-of-shift documentation and accountability for assigned shifts, helping support areas experiencing high demand.
• Act as the primary point of contact for student workers seeking assistance with operational questions or unexpected situations. Exercise sound judgment in resolving routine issues and determining when to involve professional staff.
• Supervise closing procedures for the Makerspace & Studios.

Preferred skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Curiosity and an eagerness to learn.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Previous experience in maker activities (e.g., 3d printing, laser cutting, sewing, embroidery, etc.) or audiovisual equipment (e.g., cameras, microphones, gimbals, lighting, etc.) is a plus, but not required.

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: Moody Library, Garden Level, Makerspace & Studios

Work Address: 1312 S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76706