3D Studios Coordinator

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• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
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• In the "My Experience" section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years . You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

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.

• 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
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time

• 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

• 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

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to…