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The Department of Art & Creative Media offers rigorous experience-based instruction in the practices of studio art, creative media, art history and art education. A full-time faculty of working artists and scholars along with accomplished visiting professionals are dedicated to the development of emerging creatives who enrich our society with thoughtful insight, valuable skill sets and an understanding of the responsibilities that come with visual literacy.

Creativity and critical insights are essential to any academic inquiry. As such, the Department is committed to being accessible to students from a variety of university disciplines, our vibrant Pueblo culture and the Southwest United States. Art, history, and education are fundamental to a community’s identity; they are a reflection of its values and are key to fostering a diverse culture of lifelong learners.

The Department of Art and Creative Media invites applicants for a full-time lecturer position in Studio Art with a 4/4 teaching load. The Department is looking for an artist to teach two or more of the following studio art areas: drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture. In addition, the candidate may teach additional support courses in Art Appreciation, Professional Development or other areas within the candidate’s expertise such as exhibition design or non-traditional media.

Qualifications:

• Evidence of promise in effectiveness at college-level teaching in studio art.
• Demonstrated cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students across multiple dimensions of diversity including but not limited to, race, gender, disabilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives.
• Working knowledge of theory relating to contemporary art practice.

Primary Duties:

• Teaching a 4/4 load of courses in drawing, painting, printmaking, and/or sculpture, department support courses (such as art appreciation or professional development) and/or in areas of candidate’s expertise.

Ancillary Duties:

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $47,800 to $54,500

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters of Fine Arts in Studio Art or closely related field.
• Demonstrated cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including but not limited to, race, gender, disabilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives.
• Working knowledge of theory relating to contemporary art practice.
• Experience teaching studio art courses at the college level.

Application Process: All interested candidates must apply through the online application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted.

Required Documents:

1. a letter of intent (cover letter)
2. a current resume or CV
3. unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred
4. a portfolio of art work either as a pdf or a web link
5. three professional references with current contact information within the online application or as an attachment. Personal references do not count toward this requirement.

Applications submitted without the required attachments above or an application not completed in its entirety will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Monday, February 17th, 2025, will receive full consideration.