Woodshop Manager - Architecture and Interior Design

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Summary
Miami University seeks a collaborative and knowledgeable Woodshop Manager to operate and manage the Department of Architecture and Interior design woodshop and digital fabrication facilities.

Job Description
The Department of Architecture and Interior Design at Miami University is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to manage the department’s shop and digital fabrication facilities. This position involves overseeing the daily operations of both the physical and digital resources used for teaching, learning, and project creation within the department.

This is a 12-month, salaried position.  (July 1, 2025 start date)

 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the Architecture and Interior Design shop and digital fabrication facilities
• Develop, implement and maintain Policy and Procedures Manual as guidelines for lab practices, keep current with new technologies and safety regulations and research/develop ADA procedures.
• Train, coordinate and lead graduate and undergraduate staff members; including but not limited to work schedules, lab assignments and maintenance of shop equipment.
• Conduct risk management assessments and proactively evaluate the physical environment of the shop on a regular basis.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment. And monitor shop users are following proper safety protocol in the facilities.
• Support, troubleshoot and maintain all digital and analog tools and equipment within the woodshop and digital fabrication facilities.
• Research, evaluate and recommend purchases of appropriate equipment for the facilities.
• Collaborate with supervisor to implement new technology integrations, lead the evaluation of technology pilots and troubleshoot where necessary to ensure successful completion.
• Purchase and maintain supplies and materials that help facilitate work in the shop and student projects.
• Manage a budget that supports the shop resources.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff and students to integrate the use of fabrication tools into curriculum and academic projects.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in architecture, interior design or a closely related field, or Bachelor's Degree in architecture, interior design or closely related field with a minimum of five years of relevant experience as exemplified by professional qualifications and portfolio review. First Aid and CPR Certification required by time of hire.

 

Consideration may be given to candidates with:

• Metalworking skills
• Construction skills
• Building and facilities maintenance experience
• Furniture building Skills
• Expertise in digital and analog fabrication tools
• Strong focus on safety, and the ability to support and train students, faculty, and staff in the use of these resources.
• Experience in woodworking, model-building, digital fabrication.
• Experience w/ Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience implementing and supporting policies and procedures on the safe use of tools and equipment in a studio, maker-space or shop environment required.
• Experience teaching shop methods and materials, shop safety and protocol
• Ability to aid faculty pedagogy with shop fabrication demonstrations
• Experience w/ design and production software (Rhino, Illustrator, Autocad, etc.)

 

Required Application Documents

cover letter, cv, portfolio

 

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Mary Rogero, rogeromr@miamioh.edu. Screening of applicants will begin 2 weeks from the date of the position posting and will continue until the position is filled.

 

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

 

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

 

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

 

Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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