"Substitute Pool - Art Studio Specialist (Part-time, Temporary)"

Description

Under general supervision within a broad framework of standard policies and procedures, design, construct, and organize the necessary infrastructure for Art Studio laboratories; organize rooms for classes, lectures, models and other uses as assigned; plan, coordinate and participate in a wide variety of responsible support activities related to the Art Department.

Example of Duties

Essential Functions

• Design, construct, and organize necessary infrastructure for Art Studio laboratories; organize rooms for classes, lectures, models and other uses as assigned.
• Design, construct, fabricate, repair, maintain, and install tools and equipment including, but not limited to, tool stations, tables, cabinets, and cabinet interiors using steel, aluminum and wood to organize and accommodate a wide range of tools and equipment essential to the Art Studio area, Jewelry, Metal Arts, and Sculpture facilities; coordinate projects requiring contractors.
• Maintain and perform repairs of tools, equipment, and machinery in studio areas and outside lockers. Organize and maintain tool and supply storage areas in art studio laboratories.
• Conduct equipment inventories and keep routine records within given Art Department areas;
• Maintain safe work environment inside and outside for faculty and students; safely handle and/or dispose of hazardous waste according to posted safety standards. Keep up to date with hazardous waste handling rules and standards;
• Repair, maintain, and use heavy equipment such as band saws, upright belt sanders, and casting equipment, and specialized jewelry machinery and equipment such as enameling kilns, soldering torches, power saws, and acid baths
• Operate and maintain high voltage equipment for community usage and promote a safe, fireproof welding environment.
• Serve as liaison between the Art Department and the general public; assist visitors and respond to general public inquiries by providing information or referring to appropriate sources; analyze situations carefully and correctly, adopting an effective course of action within scope of authority when settling student disputes regarding equipment and infrastructure; use diplomacy, tact, friendliness and poise.
• Assist Art Department faculty, student workers, and/or others by instructing small groups of students or individual students in the use of power tools and equipment and maintenance of safety standards.
• Operate and repair basic audio/video and photographic equipment.

Other Duties

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Diversity

Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Physical Effort/Work Environment

Moderate to heavy physical effort; frequent standing, walking or lifting; periodic handling of moderate weight parcels or supplies of up to 50 pounds. Indoor work environment. Use of respirator and/or other safety equipment required as appropriate.

Ability to:

prioritize tasks and do several tasks simultaneously; construct shop equipment as needed which may include storage units and other items of infrastructure; operate, maintain and repair hand tools and power equipment; use a gram scale and calculator; understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions; learn and successfully apply Art Department policies, procedures, rules and regulations; demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students in a learning environment; instruct, observe and protect multiple student welders simultaneously; use good judgment; communicate effectively in written and oral form; use appropriate and correct English spelling, grammar and punctuation; perform arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; efficiently use various types of office equipment including a computer; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the diverse academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of: general function, policies, rules and regulations of a community college art department; shop and studio practices; fabrication; construction; shop equipment and hand tools; tool and equipment repair; studio shop maintenance and studio organization; safety and clean up practice and procedures; various studio supplies and materials including proper methods and practices of handling chemicals; basic photography skills and techniques. Knowledge and experience in all aspects of welding including Oxy/Acetylene welding; MIG welding (metal inert gas), TIG welding (tungsten inert gas) and plasma cutting. Knowledge of proper safety precautions including appropriate respiratory preparation, correct eye protection usage, auditory protection, and proper electrical grounding precautions. Knowledge and experience in metallurgy including properties of ferrous and nonferrous metals, melting properties, and electrolytic compatibility of mixed metals. Knowledge and experience in foundry skills including the process of large scale bronze casting, wax constructing and gating process; silica slip coating; bronze melting and pouring experience, ceramic shell removal; bronze finish work (abrasive grinding, filing, glass media bead blast, pneumatic sanding, and patina treatment). Knowledge and experience in mold making skills including piece mold construction; material compatibility with differing silicone mold materials; fiberglass handing and usage; resin, plaster, cement, and ceramic casting. Knowledge of correct maintenance of high voltage equipment for community usage and appropriate upkeep for a safe, fireproof welding environment. Any combination of education, experience and training that would indicate possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein.

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information

Hours to be determined by the department needs, but not to exceed 19 hours per week.