Job Description
Makerspace Library Assistant Job ID: 287002
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: * About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
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Location Augusta University-
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information Augusta University Libraries provide books, ebooks, government publications, journals, audiovisuals, databases, historical collections, and more, in support of student and faculty research. We provide research assistance in person and electronically and also provide tours and instruction classes for undergraduate, graduate and professional students. Students can request appointments with librarians, including specialized medical reference librarians, for more in-depth research needs. Thousands of research journals are available electronically, in person and remotely - through research databases held in GALILEO and elsewhere, with many available full text.
Job Summary This position supports the Library Makerspace Coordinator by providing services pertaining to the Creative Technology Lab (CTL) located in the Greenblatt Library and shall assist the evening and weekend access services staff when requested. The candidate to fill this position will work the following schedule:
Shift: Part-Time .49FTE (approx. 19.60 hours per week)
Sun: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Mon-Thurs: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Responsibilities The duties include but are not limited to:
LAB ATTENDANT: Serve as a self-motivated attendant for the Creative Technology Lab during the evenings and weekends. Operate the 3D printer and Makerspace tech to fulfill patron orders and requests, teach technical operations to patrons, assist with CTL workshops, document CTL patron usage and supply inventory perform required maintenance on the CTL machinery.
STAND-IN SERVICE STAFF: Provide backup for the evening and weekend Access Services staff. Assist users with information resources, providing accurate basic reference assistance at the Information Desk, and logging questions and responses into our LibAnswers Reference Analytics. Provide circulation and other access services to faculty, staff, students, and community users on the front desk.
OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications High School diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization.
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of CAD software. Experience with Cricut Maker and accessories. FDM 3-D Printer Experience. Familiarity with academic library standards, procedures, and platforms (GIL-Find Online Catalog, GALILEO, SpringShare, etc.) and experience with integrated library system such as Alma.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of information resources.
SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Desire to enhance skills and acquire knowledge of new software and machinery.
Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively.
Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days; Sunday-Thursday
Pay Band: B1
Salary: $15.00/hourly
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply Consider applying with us today!
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365
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