? Oversee and ensure a smooth and collaborative operation of the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE) Design/Create/Innovate (DCI) Lab makerspaces and instructional labs. Recommends, develops, and implements processes to ensure optimal efficiency and use of resources. ? Create and maintain an open, positive, and welcoming space for students, faculty, and staff at all levels of making, design, and innovation experience. ? Hire, train, and supervise technical staff and student employees. Help them be effective facilitators and mentors in the spaces. ? Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the facilities. Develop safety policies, procedures and programs; act as a responsible party for individual safety and the safety of others. Establish and facilitate training on equipment, technology, and safety. ? Guide and support students and faculty in course-related projects, engineering-specific extracurricular activities, and academic research related to the manufacturing/making facilities and programs. ? Develop and implement innovative and modern solutions to the management, training and support of students, curricula, research, personnel, and equipment. ? Oversee and encourage partnerships with non-Chapman users, industry professionals, non-engineering departments, campus partners, students, faculty, underrepresented communities, research, outreach, etc. ? Develop and execute activities, events and programs to increase engagement and usage of the DCI Lab and makerspace resources. ? Lead the development, planning, and execution of lab and prototyping facilities, including equipment selection, facility layout, safety standards, and the integration of those facilities into the School’s research and education agendas. ? Oversee maintenance needs, ensure completion, and conduct routine/preventive maintenance to ensure uninterrupted services of equipment and facilities. Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance of equipment as needed. ? Develop and monitor lab and makerspace budgets and expenditures. Identify and advise on new equipment purchases by upholding a working knowledge of equipment and tools that are becoming most useful or necessary. ? Guide faculty and recommend on the selection and sourcing of equipment, instructional supplies, and materials. Oversee ordering, receiving and distribution of lab supplies and equipment loans. ? Manage inventory and documentation of equipment, tools, and supplies necessary for labs and makerspaces. Oversee the DCI Lab point-of-sale system and cashiers. ? Direct the development and execution of the summer workshop curriculum; manage and train workshop staff; oversee ordering, receipt and preparation of workshop supplies and materials. ? Coordinate with leadership, staff and various university departments on space use and allocation, special events, storage, and facilities access. ? Serve on committees and service to the University and college as needed. |