Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, Digital Foundations Technician

Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, Digital Foundations Technician

The Department of Art and Art History at CU Boulder invites applications for the Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, Digital Foundations Technician position. This role provides professional technical and logistical assistance regarding studio/classroom for Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, and Digital Foundations areas.

Responsibilities Health and Safety of the Various Classrooms/Studios

• Oversees student welfare and safety in Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, and Digital Foundations studios.
• Ensures proper equipment use and adherence to procedures.
• Ensures studio equipment and furniture are operational, performing repairs or replacements as needed to maintain a safe and efficient learning environment.
• Handles hazardous waste management documentation and serves as liaison with EH&S for the safe and timely disposal of materials such as paints, inks, acids and solvents.
• Develops studio‑specific safety training manuals for those who use classroom/studio spaces.
• Verifies that students, faculty, and staff adhere to the rules and regulations of EH&S.

Scheduling and Ordering for Studio/Classroom/Area Needs for all Classes and Studios

• Collaborates with area coordinators in Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, and Digital Foundations to support daily operations.
• Maintains inventory of consumable materials and procures supplies needed for all courses and (when appropriate,) student projects. Consults with area coordinators and business manager about area‑specific annual budgets.
• Partners with instructors to schedule weekly figure models for classes and studio monitors for classrooms.

Day‑to‑day Supervision, Operation and Management of all Studios/Classrooms/Shops Within Areas

• Engages regularly with faculty, lecturers, GPTIs, and GAs to assess and address the unique needs of each classroom and studio, ensuring appropriate support for teaching activities.
• The position is responsible for scheduling, approving work records, and general supervision of bi‑weekly student employees.

What You Should Know

This is a 50% time position that will be required to be on campus.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary for this 50% time position is $19,656-$21,800.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well‑being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world‑class outdoor recreation.

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What We Require

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the position.
• Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.

What You Will Need

The position will be working with their hands at times; an interest in mechanical (nuts and bolts) repairs to anything from specialized equipment (printing presses, drying racks, easels, etc.) to furniture and fixtures is necessary.

What We Would Like You To Have

Professional technician must have several years of experience in a studio setting and/or MFA in related field(s). The technician should be familiar with contemporary software and digital techniques involved in image production for artists.

Special Instructions

To Apply, please submit the following materials:

• A current resume. Must include date ranges and whether full time or part time work.
• A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
• DD-214 for veteran applicants.
• Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran’s preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to HRESmail or send via fax at 303‑492‑4693 and reference the job to which you are applying.
• If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.

For consideration, please apply by January 4, 2026
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Note:

Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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