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JOB TITLE:

Makerspace Outreach Specialist

JOB PURPOSE:

Under direction and consultation from the Makerspace Coordinator, the Makerspace Outreach Specialist (MOS) will strengthen the Wyrkshop’s ties to the Laramie community and Front Range through educational programming, outreach activities, special events, social media, and public awareness campaigns.

The MOS will assist the Makerspace Coordinator with academic and community outreach, with a focus on development of events and programs necessary to increase Wyrkshop’s regional footprint and community engagement. The MOS will be responsible for maintaining public relations with regional school districts, encouraging Wyrkshop participation with these K-12 organizations, scheduling tours, and developing programs, classes and events catered to these institutions. Likewise, the MOS will develop events, awareness campaigns, and programs catered to the Laramie and Rocky Mountain public communities, as overseen by the Makerspace Coordinator.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate creative problem-solving instincts and ability to quickly learn and utilize non-traditional tools. Have an interest in or experience with makerspace hardware and software.
• Interact, assist, and engage effectively and positively with a diverse population of educators, UW students, faculty, staff, and members of the Laramie community.
• Remain positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and upbeat in the face of challenges.
• Provide service to the UW community by answering questions, assisting visitors and users with projects and questions, providing troubleshooting, and promoting Wyrkshop resources.
• Have an interest in or demonstrated ability to provide small group instruction, orientation, workshops, and tutorials. Makerspace Outreach Specialists may deliver brief onsite lessons, including K-12, college and general public programs. Instruction may often include creating and developing special event materials, handouts, and online resources for participant use.
• Research, design, and host single events as well as recurring monthly and annual events aimed at both K-12 communities, adults in the community, and members of campus.
• Maintain relationships with local schools, UW's Admissions Department, and the Campus Visitor Center to include the Wyrkshop as a stop on tours for incoming freshmen, prospectives, and visiting high school groups.
• Schedule and host regular tours, field trips, and special groups.
• Demonstrate strong verbal, writing, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate strong graphic design skills.
• Manage social media and awareness campaigns intended to increase visitor traffic.
• Represent the Wyrkshop at event planning and functions, or other meetings and events, which may include reporting on projects, planning collaborations with CEAS and UW Outreach Coordinators as well as the Makerspace Coordinator.
• Manage a small special events monthly budget and monitor expenses against budget allocations.
• Attend staff meetings and/or training sessions to achieve Wyrkshop objectives, encourage teamwork, strengthen and promote communication, and enhance professional growth.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous customer service experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to dynamic situations

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/