Makerspace Manager Position – Remake Learning

Cooper-Siegel Community Library is seeking an experienced maker educator to manage our brand new makerspace that’s set to open to the public in January. The Makerspace Manager’s role embodies the creative spirit of a maker by role-modeling design, tinkering, failure and iteration as equally valuable stages of making and strives to inspire joy in the process as much as the final result. This person sparks curiosity and fuels a passion for discovery, experimentation and critical thinking by engaging with patrons of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in the library’s makerspace.

The Makerspace Manager is responsible and accountable to the Head of Library Resources & Technology for maintaining the space and its resources in good working order; designing and delivering programs; providing instruction on using the space’s materials, tools and equipment safely; and coaching makers through projects. This position also partners with creatives in the community on maker events and programs in the makerspace.

To apply for this position, submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to Brad Wulfkuhle at wulfkuhleb@coopersiegelcommunitylibrary.org by October 24, 2025. No phone calls please.

Responsibilities include:

Designs, promotes, delivers and evaluates makerspace programs for the public
Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises volunteers involved in day-to-day operations and programming in the makerspace
Collaborates with local area artists, makers, business owners, schools and entrepreneurs on programs and outreach events
Provides one-on-one coaching for individuals’ projects and safety and equipment training for makerspace users
Provides regular maintenance and cleaning of the space and its tools and equipment; repairs or replaces malfunctioning equipment promptly; communicates with outside vendors when needed
Creates and documents application and systems standards, maintenance procedures and operational procedures and maintains an inventory of equipment and software
Assists with implementing new and emerging technology, services and projects for the makerspace area
Purchases tools and materials for classes and general use
Serves as a maker/STEAM resource for library staff
Attends meetings, serves on library-wide committees and projects and participates in pertinent professional development opportunities

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and background in Education, STEAM related degree or related experience
Experience developing and running a makerspace or similar maker/STEAM programming for ages 12+
Experience using and troubleshooting a broad spectrum of relevant technologies including but not limited to:

- 3D printers, cutting machines and engraving tools, electronics or robotics
- Sewing, quilting, weaving, crotchet, knitting or other types of fiber arts
- Papercraft, jewelry making, pottery, leatherwork or other types of crafting
- Microcontroller prototyping platforms, such as Makey Makey, Raspberry Pi, etc.
- Other related makerspace technologies
Prior customer service experience that includes the desire and ability to serve and interact with a diverse public in a consistently tactful, friendly, courteous and diplomatic manner

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Excellent presentation and training skills and ability to adapt instruction for all age groups
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to adapt to change, accept uncertainty, prioritize and manage frequent interruptions
Ability to work independently and in teams
Highly proficient with various hardware and software, including Microsoft Office 365
Proficient math skills
Able to work days, evenings and weekends

Required Behavioral Competencies

Work well in a team environment and independently
Integrity and trust
Dedicated to exemplary customer service
Quick and continuous learner
Good decision maker
Willingness to accept and cope effectively with ambiguity and change
Positive attitude
Problem solver
Enjoy working with the public
Self-starter

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position requires frequent walking, sitting, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling or crawling, standing for long periods, and using hand or fingers to manipulate, touch or handle.
Frequently will need to lift or push up to 15 pounds, periodically up to 30 pounds, and rarely up to 65 pounds.
The work environment noise level is typical of a moderately noisy standard business office with equipment running, outdoors in normal suburban setting.
Vision abilities required by this job include near and far vision, depth perception and color differentiation.
Potential exposure to irritants or toxic fumes and dust.
This position occasionally requires the use of personal protective equipment such as safety goggles, gloves, etc.

Tools and Equipment commonly used to perform this job includes:

Computer
Printer
Scanner
Copier
3D printers
Laser engraver
Sewing and embroidery machines
Various hand tools
Cricut, or similar equipment

Additional Comments or working conditions not listed above:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The responsibilities outlined above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Submittal of current PA Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting clearances required at time of hire.