Instructional Services Coordinator Senior - Makerspace

Maricopa Community College district; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 56,202 - 73,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maricopa Community College district is seeking an Instructional Services Coordinator Senior to manage the MakerSpace operations at Estrella Mountain Community College. The role involves overseeing project development and providing support to faculty and students, ensuring efficient use of resources and equipment.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have experience in program coordination, technical support, and leadership. The position offers a full-time role with a salary range of $56,202 to $73,062 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or related field and two years of experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the needs of the job.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for MakerSpace support.
• Manage projects from concept to completion.
• Provide leadership and training to student workers.
• Coordinate community engagement activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Technical expertise in MakerSpace

Leadership and training

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a relevant field

Tools

3D printers

Adobe Suite

CAD software

Job description

Instructional Services Coordinator Senior - Makerspace

Job ID: 322883

Location: Estrella Mountain Community College

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range: $56,202.00 - $73,062.00/annually, DOE

Grade: 115

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am - 6pm

Schedule is based on the operational needs of the department and EMCC.

Work Calendar: 12 Months

Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) is hiring an Instructional Services Coordinator Senior. This position will perform professional-level technical and analytical work in the MakerSpace pertaining to its daily operations and its related functions. This position will also serve as a subject matter expert for use of tools, machinery, and completion of projects in the college setting and for external partners.

To best serve the students, department, and college, this position is fully in-person.

Essential Functions

• 20% – Serves as the primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and community partners seeking MakerSpace support, providing consultation, project planning, and coordination for internal and external initiatives.
• 20% – Independently manages projects from concept through completion, including design, fabrication, production, documentation, and final assembly, while ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery.
• 20% – Provides day-to-day leadership, training, and guidance to student workers and temporary staff, including onboarding, workflow coordination, skill development, and reinforcement of operational procedures and customer service standards.
• 10% – Coordinates and supports community engagement activities, workshops, demonstrations, outreach events, and partnerships that promote MakerSpace programs and services.
• 10% – Develops, maintains, and updates operational documentation, training materials, equipment procedures, and best practices to support consistent service delivery and safe equipment use.
• 10% – Assists MakerSpace users with hardware and software operation, providing guidance on equipment use, technology resources, and basic troubleshooting.
• 10% – Researches, tests, installs, maintains, and updates software and equipment associated with MakerSpace operations; other duties as assigned commensurate to grade level of position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, organizational development or directly related field AND two (2) years of full‑time equivalent related experience such as providing advanced program coordination and consultation that includes one or more of the following: planning, development, and/or implementing program projects and activities in the area of assignment.
• OR Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, organizational development or directly related field AND four (4) years of full‑time equivalent related experience such as providing advanced program coordination and consultation that includes one or more of the following: planning, development, and/or implementing program projects and activities in the area of assignment.
• Equivalent combination of degree and directly related full‑time work experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties, unless subject to other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Desired Qualifications

• One bachelor’s degree in Physics, Engineering, Business, Art/Graphic Design, Social/Behavioral Sciences.
• Two (2) years’ experience with technical equipment – 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl printer/plotters, wide format printing, electrical soldering, woodshop, etc.
• Two (2) years’ experience with design software – Adobe Suite, CAD modeling, RIP software, PCB design.
• Two (2) years’ experience training or mentoring users on technical equipment and safe shop practices.
• Two (2) years’ experience and knowledge of shop safety standards, PPE requirements, and hazard mitigation procedures including waste disposal procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and support users with competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• One (1) year of full‑time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years.

Benefits

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short‑Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs

• District‑Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight‑On‑Site Eye Care Services
• Pre‑Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full‑time for an eligible employer)

Special Working Conditions

• May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• May view a computer monitor for a prolonged period of time.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals.
• Will be required to work in an area of light to heavy noise levels daily.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

For application submission, please visit the provided link.

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled. Must apply by 11:59 P.M. on July 12, 2026 to be considered.