Ramapo College of New Jersey
Ramapo College of New Jersey is hiring: Sculpture Studio Assistant in Mahwah
Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ, United States, 07430
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ
Job Type: Part-Time Hourly No Pension
Job Number: 202300225
Core: Teaching & Learning Core
Department: Contemporary Arts
Opening Date: 11/06/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA
Description
ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:
Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.
Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others.
Pay Rate -$32/hr. - 25 hours per week
Job Summary
Ramapo College of New Jersey is seeking candidates for the part-time position of Sculpture Studio Assistant within the Program of Visual Art. The chosen applicant will facilitate a safe, functional, and clean working shop environment while performing basic maintenance on equipment and facilities. They will be responsible for operating, training, maintaining and overseeing safety protocol in areas of metal fabrication, wood working, ceramics, digital fabrication and foundry. The Sculpture Studio
Assistant will be responsible for the training and oversight of Student Aids as well as the general student population. They will work with faculty in the area to order supplies for classes as well as materials needed for the upkeep and maintenance of the studios.
Examples of Duties
Duties include:
? Clean, repair, and maintain all tools and equipment at the sculpture studio
? Monitor, train and enforce safety protocol on tools for students both inside and outside of
the classroom
? Assist students in the use of tools, materials and processes related to course study and in
the fabrication of sculptures when appropriate
? Submit work requests through Facilities Maintenance for building and facility repairs
? Coordinate, train and supervise Student Aid workers
? Implement safe and sustainable workflow around the studios, including building furniture
and implements for the shops and tools
? Inventory and coordinate material orders with Sculpture faculty for classes and shop
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
? In depth knowledge base of woodworking and metal fabrication processes and equipment
maintenance
? Ability to multitask with good problem solving skills
? Bachelor's degree in visual art or related field and or equivalent combination of education
and experience
? Experience training and working with a student population in the field of fabrication and
sculpture
? Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork
Preferred Qualifications:
? Working knowledge and experience running and maintaining CNC equipment including
CAD/CAM software
? Working knowledge and experience running and maintaining 3D printers including slicing
and CAD/CAM software
? Experience loading, firing and maintaining gas and electric kilns
Supplemental Information
EEO Statement:
Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and other diversity programs. Ramapo's commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Location : Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ
Job Type: Part-Time Hourly No Pension
Job Number: 202300225
Core: Teaching & Learning Core
Department: Contemporary Arts
Opening Date: 11/06/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA
Description
ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:
Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.
Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others.
Pay Rate -$32/hr. - 25 hours per week
Job Summary
Ramapo College of New Jersey is seeking candidates for the part-time position of Sculpture Studio Assistant within the Program of Visual Art. The chosen applicant will facilitate a safe, functional, and clean working shop environment while performing basic maintenance on equipment and facilities. They will be responsible for operating, training, maintaining and overseeing safety protocol in areas of metal fabrication, wood working, ceramics, digital fabrication and foundry. The Sculpture Studio
Assistant will be responsible for the training and oversight of Student Aids as well as the general student population. They will work with faculty in the area to order supplies for classes as well as materials needed for the upkeep and maintenance of the studios.
Examples of Duties
Duties include:
? Clean, repair, and maintain all tools and equipment at the sculpture studio
? Monitor, train and enforce safety protocol on tools for students both inside and outside of
the classroom
? Assist students in the use of tools, materials and processes related to course study and in
the fabrication of sculptures when appropriate
? Submit work requests through Facilities Maintenance for building and facility repairs
? Coordinate, train and supervise Student Aid workers
? Implement safe and sustainable workflow around the studios, including building furniture
and implements for the shops and tools
? Inventory and coordinate material orders with Sculpture faculty for classes and shop
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
? In depth knowledge base of woodworking and metal fabrication processes and equipment
maintenance
? Ability to multitask with good problem solving skills
? Bachelor's degree in visual art or related field and or equivalent combination of education
and experience
? Experience training and working with a student population in the field of fabrication and
sculpture
? Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork
Preferred Qualifications:
? Working knowledge and experience running and maintaining CNC equipment including
CAD/CAM software
? Working knowledge and experience running and maintaining 3D printers including slicing
and CAD/CAM software
? Experience loading, firing and maintaining gas and electric kilns
Supplemental Information
EEO Statement:
Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and other diversity programs. Ramapo's commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.
This position is not eligible for benefits.