Job Title Fabrication Manager Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department Dean Architecture & Planning Work Status Full Time Position Category Staff FLSA Exempt Pay Range Exempt Salary Range $60,000 - $70,000 / year Fund Source Federal/Grant Job Summary The School of Architecture and Planning is seeking a fabrication shop manager for its Built Environment Applied Research (BEAR) Lab to perform a variety of managerial and fabrication duties. The position requires knowledge of fabrication, management, technology, software and tool maintenance and repair.
Job Duties
Oversees the daily operation of the lab in coordination with the lab faculty director.
Establishes, maintains, processes, and updates files, records, certificates, and/or other documents.
Manages student staff, including schedules and delegates tasks.
Performs regular maintenance on equipment and completes necessary repairs.
Optimizes policies and procedures to improve student experience.
Maintains readiness and functionality of equipment and workspace.
Develops a systematized approach for safety and training sessions among staff and students.
Greets and directs visitors, resolves routine administrative problems and answers inquiries concerning activities and operations of the lab; accepts, screens, and routes telephone calls.
Stocks and distributes supplies.
Gathers and consolidates data for reports.
Administers other digital content including Canvas, our content management system.
Performs a range of staff and/or operational management duties.
Requested Minimum Qualifications Education:
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
A Minimum of three years of experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities is required.
Strong use of technology (digital filing, computer use)
Familiarity, interest and experience in tool maintenance and repair
Skills in the use of software/platforms, such as, but not limited to:
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams
Google Workspace: Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Forms, Google Slides
Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Zoom and other web conferencing tools
3D modeling software: Rhino, Blender, SolidWorks, Autodesk Revit, or other
CAD/CAM software: RhinoCAM, Autodesk Fusion, SolidWorks CAM, or other
Ability to maintain confidential materials with discretion and tact
Ability to understand, develop and implement specific instructions and procedures
Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of staff management and ability to delegate tasks
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST01638 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 10/15/2026 Application Review Date Job Close Date 11/15/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Upload the following documents to your resume:
Resume with dates employed and employer contacts
List Contact Information for at least 3 to 5 Professional References Contacts
Copy of Diploma/Transcript
Copy of Certification (optional)
Supplemental Questions
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* How did you hear about this employment Opportunity?
The Chronicle of Higher Education
EDULedger (formerly Diverse Issues in Higher Ed)
Higher Ed Jobs
Inside Higher Ed
Insight into Academia (formerly Insight into Diversity)
* Did you obtain a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent training and certification in management and/or fabrication?
Yes
No
* Do you have at least a minimum of three years of experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities?
Yes
No
* Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee?Are you a current, past, or retired State employee?If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency.If not applicable, put N/A. (Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
