How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. Your cover letter should include salary requirements, address your specific interest in the position, and outline experience that directly relates to the position.
This is a one-year term limited position with the possibility of extension.
Job Summary
The Digital Media Commons (DMC) in the James and Anne Duderstadt Center (DC) at the University of Michigan (U-M) is looking for a qualified program coordinator who will maintain the DMC's Design Labs Program. You will manage activities in our Design Labs (dynamic collaborative classrooms); participate in the DMC Student Fellowship Program as a teacher and mentor; and consult with students and faculty members. You will report to the Ground Connections team manager. This is an onsite position, at the Duderstadt Center in Ann Arbor.
Who We Are
The DMC provides the U-M community with access to evolving technologies supported by experienced and passionate staff. We enable new ways to research, teach, learn, create, and explore in a student-centric environment that is interdisciplinary, inclusive, collaborative, and that promotes climate and social justice. The DMC's Ground Connections unit supports multidisciplinary learning and brings students from across the university together to collaborate, design, fabricate, and learn.
The Ground Connections team manages the Groundworks media lab, the Fabrication Underground and the Design Labs. In the Design Labs, students sketch and share ideas they might develop further using the DMC's special studios (Audio, Video, Visualization and Fabrication). Design Lab activities promote collaboration, experimentation, and community engagement.
Why Work at Michigan?
From great healthcare and retirement benefits to on-site wellness programs, we provide resources to support you and your family's health and happiness. For details, see http://benefits.umich.edu/.
Responsibilities*
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a creative field
- One year teaching or instructional support experience
- Proficiency in written and verbal communication in English
- Computer design experience in 2D vector design (e.g., Illustrator), CAD, or 3D computer modeling
- Experience using maker equipment such as sewing machines, cutting machines, and other prototyping tools
- Meet physical demands of the job to include moving objects typically under 25 pounds
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Required Qualifications*
- Perform activities to support the daily operations of the Design Labs, including assisting users of the spaces
- Create/lead activities to attract lab participants (e.g., lead workshops and equipment demonstrations)
- Reply to in-person, email and telephone inquiries
- Mentor and supervise student employees in collaboration with the student program manager
- Develop Design Lab learning materials
- Maintain/provide content for Ground Connections web pages and/or the DC monthly newsletter
- Operate and maintain maker equipment including presentation systems, sewing machines, cutting machines, and prototyping tools
- Manage inventory and make purchasing recommendations
- Maintain a safe and clean environment to ensure compliance with safety protocols
- Participate in Ground Connections team meetings and assist in meeting team goals
- Provide information and statistics for our annual report
- Perform other related tasks as requested
Work Locations
This position is classified as on-site with work on campus 5 days a week.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Learning and working in environments designed for equity and inclusivity are necessary for the U-M community to make progress on solving the problems that matter most to society. In addition to collaborating with faculty and staff on projects that explicitly focus on DEI, the Digital Media Commons uses inclusive design processes in all of our work. To read more about our diversity activities, see our DEI plan here: https://www.dc.umich.edu/about-the-dc/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-the-dc/
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
Decision Making Process
Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.