About MassArt:

Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

Job Description:

The Lab Specialist will provide assistance to the 10th floor shop areas, primarily with guidance in sewing practices, machines, and other soft resources. This position will require direct assistance to students, with the use of some hand and power tools, a basic understanding of the 3D print process, but mainly guidance with soft goods, fabrics, leathers, and the general function of the Stitch Lab.

This role will also complete day to day restocking of consumables and assigned tasks to improve shop efficiency, storage, and overall workflow in the labs.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the floor's sewing needs and provide assistance to projects or operations if necessary.
• Assist students with accessing various services and material resources, including fabrics, thread, and other soft goods.
• Monitor 10th floor Model shop, Stitch lab, and Computer Lab spaces.
• Help students evaluate realization steps and building methods.
• Provide first aid resources and contact public safety during emergency situations.
• Complete day to day restocking.
• Work through checklist items to help improve floor efficiency, organization and workflow.
• Listen to student project needs and provide potential solutions and guidance.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Studio Manager.

Pay is capped at the student rate of $15/hr

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Positive professional attitude
• Experience working with sewing machines, soft goods, and shop environments
• Comfortable with hand and power tools, design software, and 3D additive and subtractive technologies
• Ability to be creative with realization solutions and available technology
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Friendly and personable
• Trustworthy with ability to keep keys and combinations confidential
• Understanding of basic first aid and the emergency services through public safety

Additional Information:

Please note MassArt does not provide the following:

• Employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
• E-Verify.
• Reimbursement for travel.

Selected candidates must complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and verification of the Form I9, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed.

Comprehensive Benefits:
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class. MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.