Position Purpose
The Program Manager, Makerspace is responsible for the planning, development, coordination, and assessment of educational programming and engagement activities within the Cable Makerspace. This position fosters innovation, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration through workshops, events, mentorship opportunities, and curricular partnerships. The Program Manager works with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to maximize participation and educational…
impact.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree plus 2-3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience developing and delivering educational programs, workshops, or events.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Knowledge of makerspace environments, innovation programs, engineering education, or experiential learning initiatives.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming community.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a higher education makerspace, innovation center, entrepreneurship program, or similar environment.
- Experience supporting project-based learning or experiential education.
- Experience supervising student employees, interns, or volunteers.
- Familiarity with prototyping, fabrication, design thinking, or maker technologies.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Jon Stark
Department Contact Phone Number
6036463557
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Jon Stark, Director of Facilities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86724
Description
Program Development & Community Engagement
- Develops and delivers a portfolio of educational programming including workshops, events, training sessions, competitions, and mentorship opportunities.
- Creates and supports co-curricular learning experiences that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, design thinking, and hands-on learning.
- Builds relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and campus partners to expand makerspace engagement and participation.
- Promotes an accessible, collaborative, and supportive learning environment.
- Coordinates marketing and outreach efforts for makerspace programs and events.
Percentage Of Time: 50%
Curricular Support & Academic Partnerships
- Collaborates with faculty to support project-based learning and course-related makerspace activities.
- Assists with the development of tutorials, demonstrations, and instructional resources that support coursework.
- Identifies opportunities to integrate makerspace resources into academic programs and student learning experiences.
- Serves as a liaison between academic departments and makerspace resources.
Percentage Of Time: 25%
Strategic Planning & Program Assessment
- Assesses program effectiveness through participation metrics, surveys, and stakeholder feedback.
- Recommends improvements to educational offerings and engagement strategies.
- Identifies opportunities to expand makerspace programming and services.
- Supports long-term planning efforts related to makerspace growth and utilization.
Percentage Of Time: 15%
Administrative Coordination
- Coordinates program scheduling, registration, communications, and event logistics.
- Assists with budget tracking, reporting, and program documentation.
- Coordinates student workers supporting programming activities.
Percentage Of Time: 10%
- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
- Performs other duties as assigned.