Drawing, Painting, Printmaking & Photography Technician
Alfred University, Alfred, New York, United States, 14802
The technician provides technical support for faculty and students for the Drawing, Printmaking, Painting and Photography areas.
This position/title is covered by the CSEA, Local 749 union contract. The successful candidate will be a member of the CSEA, Local 749 bargaining unit.
Salary/Rate:
$18.50, 40-hours per week
Essential Functions:
This position has supervisor authority over student workers:
Hire & train work-study students, managing their work schedules and monitoring their time sheetsHire figure models as requested. Hire, train, and work closely with the student model coordinator
Administrative:
Ordering equipment and materialsOversight of safety training, documentation, and technology for studios and labsMaintain records of receipts and purchase orders for budgetary reviewResearch new equipment for purchase and make recommendations to faculty regarding purchasesPrepare purchase orders/requests, maintain records of and follow through on all ordersAssist Division Heads in the planning of purchases and perform routine analysis and reconciliation of budgets for internal and external purposesOversee the daily operation of the equipment cageCoordinate studio set-up at the beginning of each semester and co-ordinate all clean-up schedulesCo-ordinate preparing studio spaces for senior shows in the spring and summer useManage the recycle rag program and laundry service
Computer & Equipment Support:
Maintain computers and printers in digital photography lab and peripherals on mobile learning center and updates software (computer, LCD projector, digital camera, scanner, Wacom tablet, high-end color printer, etc.)Provide technical support to students. Assist with faculty supportInitiate maintenance and repair of equipmentDo basic carpentry work including design, construction, and repair of items; basic electrical repairs; and basic mechanical repairs
Instructional:
Provide additional technical instructional assistance for students when needed including, but not limited to, the use of software, printers, canvas stretching, traditional print media and digital photo processes and the use of basic tools and equipment used in all studiosInstruct students in standard operation procedures in studios
Safety/Other:
Initiate scheduling of safety instruction in the classroom for all classes in painting, drawing, photography, and print media and instructs students in a classroom setting regarding safety procedures in those areasMaintain a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining, and updating Safety Data Sheets (SOS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment in all studios, researching safety issues and new safety equipment, taking annual chemical inventory of all storage areas in both divisions, etcResponsible for keeping studios in both divisions in EPA and OSHA compliance
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
List any other duties and responsibilities unique to this positionSupports and assists in creating intersections for faculty, staff and students that will assist in transforming people's livesSupports and assists in creating an evolving culture of mentoring and rich engagement opportunities for faculty, staff, and studentsMaintains a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and a high degree of cultural competence and respect for a wide range of identities and experiences, therefore welcoming and supporting all faculty, staff and students and expanding access to the AU experienceMaintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SOS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environmentParticipates in all required assigned training, including safety training and will comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocolsEffective written and oral communication skillsContributes to the overall success of the University by performing other duties as assignedQualifications-Education & Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Education:
Master's Degree or relevant experience preferred
Experience:
Three to five years of work experience in an art and design educational environment preferred.
Additional Knowledge/Skills:
Working knowledge of Adobe Suite, MS Office, Mac computers, large format printers and experience in networking computersWorking knowledge of photographic equipment including enlargers, standard and digital cameras, lighting equipment, digital technologies, and exposing unitsKnowledge of equipment and materials used in painting studiosWide experience in print media and technical knowledge of print media processes and equipmentMust be familiar with machines and have basic tool and carpentry skillsMust be able to maintain complete and detailed records in an organized manner and prioritize projectMust be self-motivated, have strong communication skills, and be able to work well with a wide range of stakeholders
Physical Demands & Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; artificial lifts, etc. may or may not be available. The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or offices located on the campus. The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.
About Alfred University:Lighting the way for students since 1836.
"We've always been a place for makers, especially those who make the future. Our commitment to independent thinking, creativity, academic rigor and community have made us a unique kind of leader since 1836."
Alfred University (AU) was founded on principles of social justice in 1836 by liberal, independent thinkers who placed high value on education for all citizens. The University has retained and built upon the strong values of its founders, developing as an institution of national and international renown that is responsive to the needs of contemporary society while remaining consistent with the spirit of its origins. Alfred University is the second oldest coeducational college in the United States as well as one of the earliest nineteenth century colleges to have enrolled African American and Native American students. It has a long-standing history of educating socially conscious students who make a difference in their professions and their communities.
Over the course of the twentieth century, Alfred University evolved into a complex institution offering a full range of programs in the liberal arts and sciences, art and design, engineering, business, education, counseling, and school psychology to its nearly 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students that live, learn, and play on a 232-acre campus located in an idyllic, creative valley in Western New York. To learn more, visit alfred.edu.Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
This position/title is covered by the CSEA, Local 749 union contract. The successful candidate will be a member of the CSEA, Local 749 bargaining unit.
Salary/Rate:
$18.50, 40-hours per week
Essential Functions:
This position has supervisor authority over student workers:
Hire & train work-study students, managing their work schedules and monitoring their time sheetsHire figure models as requested. Hire, train, and work closely with the student model coordinator
Administrative:
Ordering equipment and materialsOversight of safety training, documentation, and technology for studios and labsMaintain records of receipts and purchase orders for budgetary reviewResearch new equipment for purchase and make recommendations to faculty regarding purchasesPrepare purchase orders/requests, maintain records of and follow through on all ordersAssist Division Heads in the planning of purchases and perform routine analysis and reconciliation of budgets for internal and external purposesOversee the daily operation of the equipment cageCoordinate studio set-up at the beginning of each semester and co-ordinate all clean-up schedulesCo-ordinate preparing studio spaces for senior shows in the spring and summer useManage the recycle rag program and laundry service
Computer & Equipment Support:
Maintain computers and printers in digital photography lab and peripherals on mobile learning center and updates software (computer, LCD projector, digital camera, scanner, Wacom tablet, high-end color printer, etc.)Provide technical support to students. Assist with faculty supportInitiate maintenance and repair of equipmentDo basic carpentry work including design, construction, and repair of items; basic electrical repairs; and basic mechanical repairs
Instructional:
Provide additional technical instructional assistance for students when needed including, but not limited to, the use of software, printers, canvas stretching, traditional print media and digital photo processes and the use of basic tools and equipment used in all studiosInstruct students in standard operation procedures in studios
Safety/Other:
Initiate scheduling of safety instruction in the classroom for all classes in painting, drawing, photography, and print media and instructs students in a classroom setting regarding safety procedures in those areasMaintain a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining, and updating Safety Data Sheets (SOS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment in all studios, researching safety issues and new safety equipment, taking annual chemical inventory of all storage areas in both divisions, etcResponsible for keeping studios in both divisions in EPA and OSHA compliance
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
List any other duties and responsibilities unique to this positionSupports and assists in creating intersections for faculty, staff and students that will assist in transforming people's livesSupports and assists in creating an evolving culture of mentoring and rich engagement opportunities for faculty, staff, and studentsMaintains a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and a high degree of cultural competence and respect for a wide range of identities and experiences, therefore welcoming and supporting all faculty, staff and students and expanding access to the AU experienceMaintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SOS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environmentParticipates in all required assigned training, including safety training and will comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocolsEffective written and oral communication skillsContributes to the overall success of the University by performing other duties as assignedQualifications-Education & Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Education:
Master's Degree or relevant experience preferred
Experience:
Three to five years of work experience in an art and design educational environment preferred.
Additional Knowledge/Skills:
Working knowledge of Adobe Suite, MS Office, Mac computers, large format printers and experience in networking computersWorking knowledge of photographic equipment including enlargers, standard and digital cameras, lighting equipment, digital technologies, and exposing unitsKnowledge of equipment and materials used in painting studiosWide experience in print media and technical knowledge of print media processes and equipmentMust be familiar with machines and have basic tool and carpentry skillsMust be able to maintain complete and detailed records in an organized manner and prioritize projectMust be self-motivated, have strong communication skills, and be able to work well with a wide range of stakeholders
Physical Demands & Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; artificial lifts, etc. may or may not be available. The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or offices located on the campus. The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.
About Alfred University:Lighting the way for students since 1836.
"We've always been a place for makers, especially those who make the future. Our commitment to independent thinking, creativity, academic rigor and community have made us a unique kind of leader since 1836."
Alfred University (AU) was founded on principles of social justice in 1836 by liberal, independent thinkers who placed high value on education for all citizens. The University has retained and built upon the strong values of its founders, developing as an institution of national and international renown that is responsive to the needs of contemporary society while remaining consistent with the spirit of its origins. Alfred University is the second oldest coeducational college in the United States as well as one of the earliest nineteenth century colleges to have enrolled African American and Native American students. It has a long-standing history of educating socially conscious students who make a difference in their professions and their communities.
Over the course of the twentieth century, Alfred University evolved into a complex institution offering a full range of programs in the liberal arts and sciences, art and design, engineering, business, education, counseling, and school psychology to its nearly 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students that live, learn, and play on a 232-acre campus located in an idyllic, creative valley in Western New York. To learn more, visit alfred.edu.Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.