Makerspace Assistant

Position Information

Working Title Makerspace Assistant Department Steely Library Type of Work Study Federal, Institutional Building/Office Location SL - W. Frank Steely Library Work Schedule

Flexible Hours, up to 15 hours a week. Up to 25 hours a week in summer.

Job Description

The Makerspace Assistant’s primary responsibility is to staff the Stego Studio in Steely Library, assisting student users with research, instructional, or other academic-use tasks and projects, assisting or leading co-curricular programs with the Makerspace Coordinator and Undergraduate Experience Librarian, assisting the Makerspace Coordinator with production tasks, and maintaining the space. Work hours are flexible and based on scheduling needs.

This position will start in August 2026, at the start of the fall semester. For the duration of the fall 2026 semester and part of the spring 2027 semester, Steely Library will be located in Landrum due to HVAC construction happening in the building

Primary Responsibilities

• Learns basic operation and maintenance of Stego Studio equipment, including 3D scanners, 3D printers, paper crafting, Cricut, sewing and embroidery machines, large format printer, and a laser cutter/ engraver.
• Works with Stego Studio users in a professional, friendly and courteous manner, assisting with equipment use or referring the user to the correct person or resource needed for their project
• Assists with the creation of items for NKU Departments.
• Assists and / or leads programming such as workshops, Crafternoons, and Fiber Arts Meetups.
• Develops documentation and training procedures for equipment.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all users.
• Supports upkeep of the makerspace through inventory work and light cleaning. Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate NKU student. ANY MAJOR MAY APPLY.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Excellent computer skills and enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates punctuality and consistency with the work schedule.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous library or makerspace experience.
  
  

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education High School Diploma Pay Rate $10/Hr

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 20261938 Job Open Date 04/01/2026 Job Close Date 08/17/2026 Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15542