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Art and Design Technician/Health and Safety Officer

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction, CO | Full Time

$58k-78k (estimate)

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Art and Design Technician/Health and Safety Officer

Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO

$58k-78k (estimate)

Full Time 1 Month Ago

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Colorado Mesa University is Hiring an Art and Design Technician/Health and Safety Officer Near Grand Junction, CO

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

Art and Design Technician/Health and Safety Officer

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary:

In this role, you will be the full-time technician (for the academic year, 10 months) for the Colorado Mesa University (CMU) Art & Design Department assisting in all areas including the woodshop, CNC router room, foundry, ceramic studio, printmaking studio, painting studio, and drawing studio. You will implement health and safety procedures and monitor that students and faculty are following them when using equipment. This position oversees maintaining equipment, repairing items when needed, researching new equipment, ordering supplies, among other duties. You will also oversee training students on how to use equipment in the woodshop and CNC Router room, provide clear directions, and assist with projects. This position answers directly to the Art & Design Department Head. There is also a possibility of being able to teach one or two classes a semester on top of the position if qualified.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

•Managing Woodshop, CNC router, Foundry, Ceramics, Printmaking, Drawing & Painting studios and keeping them in optimal working condition including:

oKeep the wood shop organized and tools in operating order, performing maintenance and repairs as needed.

oMaintaining dust collection systems and ventilation systems.

oKeep supplies in stock to keep machines in working order.

oKeep space conducive to custodial cleaning duties; supervise regular cleanups.

oOversees the day-to-day operations, repairs, and renovations of all the Art & Design studio facilities, maintaining furniture, studio materials, and classroom equipment.

oResearch and recommend purchases of tools and equipment. Place orders for maintaining inventory of equipment.

oOccasionally assist with special projects and maintenance for all areas of the Art & Design Department as needed.

oDevelop a workflow available to fit all the department's diverse needs.

oWork with faculty to ensure an orderly and quality completion of projects requested.

•Guide and assist students with fabrication questions on their projects, serving as a consultant for the Art & Design Department.

oWork directly with the faculty to provide training and oversee the students on the safe practice of equipment.

oDevelop safety training and protocols for equipment and keep records of students/faculty who have completed the training.

oFacilitate and manage the implementation of shop rules and systems to students/faculty.

oMonitor and assist students while they are working on projects, provide support when needed.

•Assist in envisioning ongoing future growth and development of studio spaces in consultation with the department head and faculty.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in BA/BFA in Studio Art with two (2) years of related experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

• Working knowledge of woodworking equipment, processes, and techniques is required.

• Attention to cleanliness, safety procedures, and organizational methods.

• Willing to develop systems and implement them.

• Excellent communication skills for working with the students and the Art & Design faculty.

• Demonstrated ability to provide technical, safety, and instructional support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of CNC Router, laser cutting, and 3D printing.

• Experience with CAD or other software.

• Experience with ceramics, foundry, printmaking, drawing, and painting processes and materials.

Salary: $36,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Department: Colorado Mesa University

Employment Type: Administrative

HOW TO APPLY

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 4/21/2024.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Eric Elliott, eelliott2@coloradomesa.edu

ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado’s largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it’s a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.

At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they’ll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.

The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won’t have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

SALARY

$58k-78k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/09/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

06/08/2024

WEBSITE

coloradomesa.edu

HEADQUARTERS

GRAND JUNCTION, CO

SIZE

1,000 - 3,000

FOUNDED

1925

CEO

VALERIE HORTON

REVENUE

<$5M

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About Colorado Mesa University

Founded in 1925, Colorado Mesa University is a comprehensive regional public higher education institution offering liberal arts, professional, and technical programs at the master's, bachelor's, associate, and certificate levels. At Colorado Mesa, we take great pride in providing educational opportunities and tools that help students succeed in today's complex and interconnected world. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational w...orkforce demands. Colorado Mesa is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. More
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