GALA Makers Mill

Build relationships with key stakeholders and partners, including local Career and Technical Education Centers (CTEs), the nearest schools within the Community College System of NH, trade schools, local employers, institutions like WorkReadyNH, WorkInvestNH, and other organizations with overlapping missions, like Bring Back the Trades, Carroll Academy, Girls at Work, and Lakes Region Builders’ Association.. Makers Mill is a nonprofit community makerspace & vocational hub in Wolfeboro, NH. Our mission is to enrich rural lives and foster fulfilling livelihoods by bringing people together to discover, cultivate, and share their unique gifts and skills.. Makers Mill provides both formal and informal learning and skill-exchange opportunities for woodworking, machining, metalwork, stained glass, metalsmithing, fiber arts, fine arts, digital design and fabrication, and robotics and electronics.. The space also facilitates collaborations and hosts community events like the farmers' market, 4H robotics clubs, monthly Repair Cafe, Tool Library, and more.. Makers Mill’s commitment to equity and inclusion is also reflected in our governance model: Sociocracy.

program developer

Open Date: 03/01/2024 Description: Makers Mill seeks to hire a Workforce Program Developer to support Makers Mill's mission by designing and establishing a workforce development program through partnership building and program development, working with local employers and academic institutions to design micro-credentialing programs and training that address specific skills gaps and job opportunities. The Workforce Program Developer will work closely with the Executive Director and Program Director to best utilize Makers Mill’s existing partnerships, facility, and equipment to offer meaningful training and networking opportunities that address statewide workforce challenges. Qualifications: Makers Mill seeks the best candidate for the job. We encourage applicants from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We recognize the value that diversity brings to our organization and the broader community. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications: <ul><li>Knowledge of Workforce Development: Understanding of workforce development principles, including employment trends, job market analysis, skills training programs, and career pathways.</li><li>Partnership Development: Skill in building and maintaining relationships with employers, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organizations to create training opportunities and support services for program participants.</li><li>Program Design and Development: Experience in designing and developing innovative workforce development initiatives tailored to the needs of target populations, with clear objectives, strategies, and performance metrics.</li><li>Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis: Ability to conduct thorough needs assessments and gap analyses to identify the skills and training needs of individuals and employers within the community or target demographic.</li><li>Evaluation and Continuous Improvement: Experience in designing and implementing program evaluation plans to assess outcomes, measure impact, and identify areas for improvement, using data to inform programmatic decisions and adjustments.</li><li>Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders, deliver presentations, write reports, and advocate for program funding and support.</li><li>Cultural Competency and Diversity Awareness: Sensitivity to the cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic diversity of program participants, with the ability to design inclusive and equitable learning environments and programs.</li><li>Interpersonal and Collaboration Skills: Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program managers, staff, and external partners.</li></ul> Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Develop a presentation about NH's workforce development “landscape”, including a SWOT analysis that identifies the most meaningful role makerspaces can play in addressing statewide workforce challenges.</li><li>Build relationships with key stakeholders and partners, including local Career and Technical Education Centers (CTEs), the nearest schools within the Community College System of NH, trade schools, local employers, institutions like WorkReadyNH, WorkInvestNH, and other organizations with overlapping missions, like Bring Back the Trades, Carroll Academy, Girls at Work, and Lakes Region Builders’ Association. </li><li>Host a community “Trade Talks” series centered around manufacturing, construction trades and management, and green technologies. Collect contact info for follow-up Focus Groups.</li><li>Engage local employers with site visits, meetings, etc., to narrow down precise skills gaps and workforce development focus</li><li>Design and develop 2-3 flagship workforce development programs that Makers Mill can offer year-round, comprising a Business and Workforce Development Initiative.  The program should be based on research and evidence of the NH workforce landscape, have clear goals and outcomes, an evaluation plan, and a financial sustainability plan.</li><li>Work with Hannah Grimes Center, WEDCO, and area Chambers of Commerce to plan Pitch Fork Event for entrepreneurs.</li><li>Finalize business plan for ongoing sustainability of this Business and Workforce Development Initiative</li></ul> Salary & Benefits: Category: Part Time, 20hrs/week, Year Round | FLSA Status: Non-exempt | Pay Type: Salary | Pay Range: $22-$27/hr | Direct Supervisor: Executive Director  Schedule: Much of this job can be conducted remotely and on a flexible schedule, as long as candidate attends necessary staff meetings and demonstrates prompt communication.| Other Benefits: Free Shop Membership to Makers Mill as long as employed as Workforce Program Developer.  Note: This position is funded by a grant from the Northern Borders Regional Commission for three years, beginning in 2024. Applications are due by 5:00 pm on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024.   To apply, please email a resume and cover letter (PDF format) to Board Member and Hiring Chair, Mary Lyon, at jobs@makersmill.org with “Job Application, Workforce” in the subject line. No phone calls, please. About Makers Mill: Makers Mill is a nonprofit community makerspace & vocational hub in Wolfeboro, NH.  Our mission is to enrich rural lives and foster fulfilling livelihoods by bringing people together to discover, cultivate, and share their unique gifts and skills.  We envision a world where people find fellowship, purpose, and joy as they apply their creativity and craft to nurturing thriving economies, healthy ecosystems, and vibrant communities.  Makers Mill provides both formal and informal learning and skill-exchange opportunities for woodworking, machining, metalwork, stained glass, metalsmithing, fiber arts, fine arts, digital design and fabrication, and robotics and electronics.  The space also facilitates collaborations and hosts community events like the farmers' market, 4H robotics clubs, monthly Repair Cafe, Tool Library, and more. Makers Mill is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, age, disability or other non-merit characteristics.  Our commitment to equity is rooted in our belief that everyone has unique gifts and skills to share, and that the greater our diversity, the more robust, resilient, and creative our community becomes. Makers Mill's hiring decisions are based exclusively on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Makers Mill’s commitment to equity and inclusion is also reflected in our governance model: Sociocracy.  This governance model prioritizes distributed leadership, consent-based decision-making,  and shared power to achieve the aim of committee work effectively. The ideal candidate for this position will share a commitment to these priorities and demonstrate the interpersonal and leadership skills required to thrive in such an organizational setting. One can learn more about sociocracy here: https://www.makersmill.org/governance/Learn more about Makers Mill at www.makersmill.org

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