compensation:
Starting at $21 per hour DOE
employment type:
full-time
job title:
EE Makerspace Coordinator
non-profit organization
To apply fill out this application: https://forms.gle/aqv994XSDxoU13oFA Explore Ecology is currently hiring an EE Makerspace Coordinator to oversee all programming and develop exciting new opportunities for our community to get creative, including workshops for all ages- preschool to adult, school partnerships, and private events. The EE Makerspace Coordinator’s primary role will be to organize and coordinate all art programming in unison with the Art From Scrap Creative Reuse Store Coordinator. The EE Makerspace Coordinator reports to the Executive Director. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES EE Makerspace programming - Create, plan, and implement: Public programming for children and adults School & Community partnerships Private events including space rentals, birthday parties, corporate events, etc. Develop and lead workshops Recruit and train volunteers and interns Recruit and collaborate with local artists on Guest Artist Workshops Create and showcase innovative projects with samples and instruction EE Makerspace Care and Maintenance: Operate and maintain EE Makerspace Equipment while educating others on how to properly operate equipment (laser cutter, sewing machines, Cricut) Materials management Maintain, clean, and organize the EE Makerspace environment Community Outreach in Support of the EE Makerspace Work with PR Director to create advertisements for events Manage event booking and website listings Generate impact reports for monthly and quarterly workshop attendance Attend events offsite- some weekends and evenings Support Art From Scrap Creative Reuse Store EXPERIENCE Professional experience in a relevant field (Education, Art, Program Coordination, Maker Education) Experience working with large groups of students from preschool to adult Experience leading and supervising workshops, preferably with adults Experience utilizing a variety of materials and art forms to create projects and make ideas come to life Grant writing and management (not required) EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree desired or similar relevant experience Teaching experience preferred DESIRABLE SKILLS A creative person, willing to take risks and explore a wide variety of materials and projects Passionate about arts and crafts, especially creative reuse, open to learning new art techniques and mediums Comfortable using Makerspace equipment and power tools (Glowforge, sewing machines, hand tools) Organization and ability to manage multiple projects at once, good record-keeping and documentation Confident speaking in front of large groups - from children to adults Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, highly collaborative Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Slack, Asana, Canva, Square SCHEDULING - Start Date is August 1, 2025 Full Time: approximately 30-40 hours per week Must be able to work 1-2 evenings per week and Saturdays PAY AND BENEFITS Pay Range: $21 - $25 per hour DOE Full Time Employee: 30-40 hours 2 weeks per year of paid vacation 9 days per year of sick time 8 paid holidays per year Health, vision, dental, & life insurance REASONS TO APPLY Flexible schedule Art From Scrap store monthly stipend Fun, collaborative, environmentally-minded culture ABOUT EXPLORE ECOLOGY Explore Ecology is a Santa Barbara based non-profit organization that empowers our community to protect and preserve the planet with innovative environmental education and nature-based learning. Explore Ecology educates over 38,000 children a year, inspiring them to engage with the natural world, think critically, and experience the value of environmental stewardship. Explore Ecology programs include the Art From Scrap Creative ReUse Store and Workshop, Environmental Education, Watershed Resource Center, School Gardens, and the EE Makerspace. Explore Ecology actively promotes an environment of respect, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We support all employees regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, race, ethnic origin, color, religion, national origin, creed, marital status, disabled veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, and/or physical disability that does not inhibit the performance of the specific core tasks of this position. Underrepresented people are less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of a job's requirements. We believe in hiring people, not checklists, and encourage you to apply even if you do not check all of the boxes.
