create[space] student creator

OVERVIEW

Job Title: create[space] student creator

Location: University of St. Thomas – St. Paul Campus Pay Rate: $16.50/hour Hours: Approximately 6–7 scheduled hours per week, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts based on staffing needs. Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Position Overview

Do you love being creative, helping others, and learning new things? Join the create[space] team!

The create[space] is a hands-on creative makerspace where undergraduate students can explore new interests, learn creative skills, and connect with others.

Student creators help make the create[space] a welcoming, engaging, and inspiring environment. They help students bring their creative ideas to life, teach others how to use tools and equipment, support events, and assist with daily operations.

We're looking for enthusiastic, dependable students who enjoy working with people, are eager to learn, and want to contribute to a creative campus community.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Student Engagement & Customer Service

- Welcome students into the create[space] and foster an inclusive, friendly, and supportive environment.

- Staff the front desk and serve as a primary point of contact for students and partnering groups.

- Proactively engage with students, answer questions, and offer assistance with creative projects.

- Introduce students to available tools, equipment, and resources.

2. Creative Learning & Equipment Support

- Teach and guide students in the safe and effective use of create[space] tools and equipment.

- Assist students with creative projects, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.

- Learn to operate and support equipment and resources, including:

Vinyl cutters

- Sewing machines

- Laser cutter

- Screen printing equipment

- Button makers

- Large-format printer

- PC and Mac computers

- Canva and other design software

- Follow equipment safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for all users.

- Take initiative to troubleshoot, tinker with, maintain, and repair tools and equipment, collaborating with supervisors when additional support is needed.

3. Events & Programming

- Assist with event preparation, setup, supply management, and cleanup.

- Welcome and check in participants, provide directions, and support a positive event experience.

- Manage event flow, including lines, wait times, and activity stations, while proactively identifying and resolving challenges.

- Collaborate with event organizers and fellow student creators to provide logistical and technical support throughout events.

- Contribute creative ideas for future events, workshops, and student engagement opportunities.

4. Space Operations & Organization

- Assist the Program Manager and lead student creators with daily operations of the create[space].

- Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming environment for all users.

- Complete opening, closing, and daily shift responsibilities.

- Monitor supplies, restock materials, organize workstations, and assist with inventory management.

- Take initiative to complete tasks independently and identify opportunities to improve the organization, efficiency, and overall experience of the create[space].

5. Teamwork & Professionalism

- Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally with fellow student creators, supervisors, and visitors.

- Work collaboratively, support teammates, and contribute to a positive, inclusive team environment.

- Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled shifts, and actively participate in required monthly team meetings and training sessions.

- Demonstrate reliability, initiative, flexibility, and accountability by completing responsibilities, following through on commitments, and being open to feedback.

- Communicate scheduling conflicts and availability changes promptly, and assist with shift coverage when possible.

- Stay informed about create[space] updates and procedures, complete assigned tasks, and submit timesheets accurately and on time.

QUALIFICATIONS

We're looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and creative students who enjoy working with people, learning new skills, and contributing to a welcoming campus community. Ideal candidates demonstrate the following qualities:

- People-Oriented & Welcoming: Enjoys interacting with others, initiating conversations, and creating an inclusive, friendly environment where students feel comfortable exploring their creativity.

- Curious & Eager to Learn: Excited to learn new tools, technologies, and creative techniques, and willing to share that knowledge with others.

- Self-Motivated & Proactive: Takes initiative, recognizes what needs to be done, and stays productive without constant direction.

- Creative Problem-Solver: Enjoys troubleshooting, tinkering, experimenting, and finding solutions when things don't go as planned.

- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Able to manage multiple responsibilities, follow procedures, and maintain an organized workspace.

- Strong Communication & Customer Service: Communicates clearly, approaches others with patience and kindness, and provides helpful, responsive service.

- Collaborative Team Player: Works well with others, supports teammates, welcomes feedback, and contributes to a positive team environment.

- Reliable & Adaptable: Demonstrates punctuality, accountability, flexibility, and a positive attitude toward both exciting projects and routine responsibilities.

- Comfortable Helping Others Learn: Willing to demonstrate equipment, explain processes, and guide students through creative projects.

- Event Support & Coordination: Comfortable working in busy environments, managing multiple priorities, and helping events run smoothly.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with creative projects, crafting, makerspace equipment, or design software.

- Experience in customer service, event coordination, or student leadership.

- Availability to work evening and weekend shifts.

Previous experience with makerspace equipment is not required. Training will be provided!

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for student employment, St. Thomas students must be degree seeking at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Students must be actively enrolled at least part-time in courses for credit. For further information on eligibility please see the Student Employee Toolkit on One StThomas.

The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.