Duke University
Studio Manager, Art History and Visual Studies
Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Duke University:
Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.
Studio Manager
Duke Title: Staff Specialist
Job Level: 9
FLSA: Non-ExemptOccupational Summary
Coordinate and participate in the overall operation of the instructional facilities for studio arts, including safety, stocking, training, equipment maintenance, and supervision. Facilities include but are not limited to: Sculpture studio (primary area of support), Printmaking studio, and Painting & Drawing studio. This position reports to the Department Chair.Work PerformedSafety (20%)Ensure that studio facilities meet safety standards and that hazardous materials are consistently stored and disposed of in compliance with regulations and policies;Serve as point-of-contact with Fire Marshall and OESO (Duke's Occupational & Environmental Safety Office) as needed;Keep current with relevant safety codes and regulatory matters, and advise faculty and department administration on those topics;Perform equipment maintenance as needed; make recommendations regarding equipment purchases.Access/supervision (50%)Ensure staffing for regular open-studio hours so students can use the studios to work on their projects outside of class time;Hire, train and supervise student assistants as appropriate;Consult with studio faculty each semester to determine access needs and level of supervision required based on the specific courses on the schedule.Training/consulting (20%)Develop procedures and standards for the use of the studios by students and faculty that accommodate the needs of users and ensure a safe working environment;Provide instruction and directions in the use of studio equipment, in the form of training workshops, individual instruction, or assistance during class time or open studio.Stocking/Organization (10%)Coordinate the purchasing of instructional supplies with studio faculty and the department's finance staff; develop and implement a clear organization of supplies and materials to assist with inventory tracking;Maintain and monitor financial records for studio expenses including labor expenses.Qualifications
Work requires knowledge of operation and safety protocols for art-related fabrication equipment normally acquired through a BFA or MFA in a studio-based art practice.
Work generally requires two years of experience as a studio assistant or similar position to acquire strong skills in the use and operation of art practice-related products and equipment, safety best-practices, and overall studio management.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.
Studio Manager
Duke Title: Staff Specialist
Job Level: 9
FLSA: Non-ExemptOccupational Summary
Coordinate and participate in the overall operation of the instructional facilities for studio arts, including safety, stocking, training, equipment maintenance, and supervision. Facilities include but are not limited to: Sculpture studio (primary area of support), Printmaking studio, and Painting & Drawing studio. This position reports to the Department Chair.Work PerformedSafety (20%)Ensure that studio facilities meet safety standards and that hazardous materials are consistently stored and disposed of in compliance with regulations and policies;Serve as point-of-contact with Fire Marshall and OESO (Duke's Occupational & Environmental Safety Office) as needed;Keep current with relevant safety codes and regulatory matters, and advise faculty and department administration on those topics;Perform equipment maintenance as needed; make recommendations regarding equipment purchases.Access/supervision (50%)Ensure staffing for regular open-studio hours so students can use the studios to work on their projects outside of class time;Hire, train and supervise student assistants as appropriate;Consult with studio faculty each semester to determine access needs and level of supervision required based on the specific courses on the schedule.Training/consulting (20%)Develop procedures and standards for the use of the studios by students and faculty that accommodate the needs of users and ensure a safe working environment;Provide instruction and directions in the use of studio equipment, in the form of training workshops, individual instruction, or assistance during class time or open studio.Stocking/Organization (10%)Coordinate the purchasing of instructional supplies with studio faculty and the department's finance staff; develop and implement a clear organization of supplies and materials to assist with inventory tracking;Maintain and monitor financial records for studio expenses including labor expenses.Qualifications
Work requires knowledge of operation and safety protocols for art-related fabrication equipment normally acquired through a BFA or MFA in a studio-based art practice.
Work generally requires two years of experience as a studio assistant or similar position to acquire strong skills in the use and operation of art practice-related products and equipment, safety best-practices, and overall studio management.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.