St. Olaf College is hiring: Studio Art Technician, Photography and Digital Fabri

Overview Studio Art Technician, Photography and Digital Fabrication – St. Olaf College Join to apply for the Studio Art Technician, Photography and Digital Fabrication role at St. Olaf College. Position Details Position Title: Studio Art Technician, Photography and Digital Fabrication Department: Department of Art and Art History Classification: Non-Exempt FTE: 0.38 Work Schedule: 25 hours per week; Monday through Friday with hours to meet classroom teaching needs; occasional evening and weekend hours; on-call for emergencies outside regular hours. August 15 - June 15 Work Location: On Campus Hourly Rate: $21 - $22.50 Position Overview This 0.38 FTE Studio Art Technician supports the teaching and learning spaces for St. Olaf College’s studio art program, with a special focus on photography and digital fabrication. The technician will work closely with faculty, other technical staff, and student workers to support the studio art curriculum. A high degree of responsibility, flexibility, and awareness of the studios’ needs is required. This position requires a high degree of competency with the materials and health and safety practices necessary to maintain darkroom and digital photography classroom facilities and a digital fabrication lab. Essential Job Duties People and Teaching Collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere in the photography studio and fabrication lab while maintaining safety protocols Trains students, staff, and faculty in photography studio and fabrication lab health and safety practices and maintains safety handbook Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and mentor student workers in photography Train Cup Librarians and Media Room workers on software and checkout processes Demonstrates a serious commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Equipment and Supplies Maintains photography studio and fabrication lab equipment in safe, clean, and orderly condition in compliance with safety procedures and regulations Inventories and maintains equipment; performs routine maintenance and minor repairs; contacts vendors for major repairs Recommends and coordinates purchases of new equipment; researches vendors, pricing, delivery timelines; orders equipment and supplies Orders and prepares materials for photography classes and fabrication lab Maintains stock of studio materials and ensures proper storage, disposal and/or recycling of materials Submits small work requests to Facilities (Capital Projects overseen by Technical Supervisor) Other Duties Attends meetings and trainings to obtain current information Maintains professional relationships with staff at campus and other institutions Performs other related duties as assigned Supervision Received And Exercised Reports to the Department Chair of Art and Art History Hires and supervises student assistants and studio monitors for the ceramics studio; performs student worker evaluations Required Qualifications Education: A two-year technical degree with a focus on studio art, fine art, or related field License: Valid driver’s license and meet college criteria with satisfactory driving record Experience: A combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree in studio art or related field; experience working in a ceramics studio Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in studio art or related field Experience: 1+ year in related field; art teaching experience; mechanical, construction, and/or fabrication experience Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Administrative & Management: independence in decision-making; experience managing and working with students; organizational skills; strong communication Inventory, Setup, and Records: knowledge of health and safety, proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, CAD/CAM software; familiarity with CNC, laser, 3D printers, photo plotters; safe practices in photography darkroom Interpersonal: ability to work independently and with diverse groups; strong work ethic Physical Requirements: ability to bend, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs, and work around noise, chemicals, fumes, dust, and odors Prerequisites Background check required, including criminal checks, verification of credentials, driving record, etc. Periodic checks may be conducted at the college’s discretion Disclaimer Position may require reporting early, staying late, or shifting hours during staffing needs or emergencies Job description information only; scope may change Review of applications begins immediately and continues until hire is complete; online applications only About Us Join Our Community - Work at St. Olaf! Founded in 1874, St. Olaf College is a residential liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students and 800 faculty and staff. The college offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement match, health savings contributions, tuition discounts, and generous paid time off. For a full review of benefits see the college’s benefits page. St. Olaf College verifies credentials and conducts background checks on new hires. A summary of policies is available at the college’s website, including flexible work policy and equity/inclusion resources. Additional Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industry: Higher Education For staff application assistance: hrstaff@stolaf.edu | 507-786-3068 For faculty application assistance: facultysearch@stolaf.edu | 507-786-3356 Nondiscrimination Policy: St. Olaf College does not discriminate on various bases. Inquiries may be referred to the Director of Equal Opportunity: Pamela McDowell, mcdowell@stolaf.edu, (507) 786-3465. #J-18808-Ljbffr