Studio Arts Technician II Job at Inside Higher Ed in Overland Park

Johnson County Community College

Position: Studio Arts Technician II

Department: Academic Affairs

Type of Position: Part-time Temporary

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs, 12 hours per week

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No

Starting Salary Range: $16.31-$20.77, based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Benefits

• Tuition discount for JCCC courses
• More flexibility on scheduling
• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
• Snow days
• Professional development funding and training opportunities
• Mentorship program
• Recognition and awards programs
• Employee wellness programs

Position Summary

The Studio Arts Technician within the Department of Photography, Film, and Media Studies will provide the students with technical support in one or more of the studio arts labs.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safety procedures are strictly followed and hazards are minimized.
• Provides technical assistance to students.
• Prepares instructional materials for laboratory demonstrations and use.
• Provides guidance on assignments and demonstrates techniques in the specialized lab assignment.
• Analyzes and solves routine and non‑routine problems.
• Ensures new equipment and supplies are put away in a timely manner.
• Maintains inventory and ensures equipment is in good shape when checked out/in; completes appropriate forms.
• Prepares facilities and equipment for faculty use.
• Installs and takes down exhibitions.
• Ensures equipment checked out is appropriate for the student.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• BFA or AFA and 5 years related experience.
• Intermediate expertise in professional cameras, lighting, and sound gear.
• Intermediate expertise in analog and digital photography processing.
• Intermediate expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Intermediate expertise in Epson fine‑art, large‑format printers.

Application Requirements

• Application, resume, and cover letter.
• Unofficial transcripts required for all positions.

About JCCC

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years.

Mission

JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision

JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JCCC provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit the official JCCC careers page.