3D Studios Coordinator

Montclair State University•Montclair, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Chair, the 3D Studios Coordinator oversees daily operations, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and student staffing for the 3D Sculpture Studio and Ceramics Studio, in conversation with the strategic priorities set by Department Administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in Studio Art, Sculpture, Ceramics or related field
Minimum of three years of experience in a sculpture and/or ceramics studio in an academic or professional setting, as a Shop/Studio Assistant or a Shop/Studio Manager
Metalwork experience and proficiency with welding equipment, steel fabrication, and common metalworking tools
Woodworking experience and proficiency with woodworking equipment and the maintenance of woodworking equipment
Ceramics experience and proficiency with wheel throwing, hand building and kiln use and maintenance
Experience and proficiency with associated equipment/machinery and chemicals/safety in the assigned studios
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to work in person 5 days a week, 10 months a year (Summer term off)
Ability to work occasional evenings and possibly one weekend day
Experience, ability, and commitment to creating a working environment that is supportive, open, and respectful

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Studio Art, Sculpture, Ceramics or related field
Experience as a Ceramics and/or Sculpture Studio Manager
Familiarity with CNC machinery
OSHA 10 and/or First Aid Training certifications
Experience in Higher Education Administration or other administrative field

Responsibilities

Conduct regularly scheduled open studio hours in the assigned studios
Establish and enforce best studio practices to ensure a safe, professional working environment
Maintain a clean and organized space in the assigned studios. Ensure proper disposal of trash and recyclables; prevent accumulation of flammable materials
Oversee tool maintenance across all assigned studios, and coordinate needed tool repairs or improvements in collaboration with the Department Administration
Manage storage of student projects, course materials, the studios’ supply inventories
Submit facilities maintenance service requests through Nuvolo or directly to University Facilities
Instruct one course per semester in the areas of: sculpture or ceramics, given one’s experience and curricular need
Work closely with faculty and staff to support curricular needs within the assigned studios
Help to develop and maintain studio safety manuals and related documentation for use by classes in the assigned studios
Conduct safety orientations and workshops for courses using assigned studios
Recruit, train, and supervise student assistants to support open studio hours and departmental projects in the assigned studios
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all student users in the assigned studios
In conjunction with Department Administration, submit purchase requisitions within budget to maintain inventory and course supplies
Perform other duties as assigned