What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Professional Associate in School of Art, Checkout for Audio Visual Equipment (CAVE) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Posting Number
F2673P
Working Title
Academic Professional Associate in School of Art, Checkout for Audio Visual Equipment (CAVE)
Department
Franklin-School of Art
About The University Of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
The Lamar Dodd School of Art and the University of Georgia
Housed within a tier one research university, the Lamar Dodd School of Art is a comprehensive, nationally ranked school offering undergraduate and graduate programs in studio art, design, art education, and art history. The Interior Design area is both NASAD-accredited and CIDA-accredited, with approximately 120 undergraduate students.
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of UGA’s learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and creative activity across more than 40 departments, schools, and institutes. With a vision for high-impact research and education, Franklin College prepares students for leadership and global engagement in a sustainable future. The College has a strong commitment to multidisciplinary research, collaboration and academic innovation.
Posting Type
External
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2026
Job Posting Date
03/18/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by April 18, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicant materials should demonstrate how the candidate’s background, accomplishments, and teaching philosophy align with the position. Complete applications will include the following supporting documents (as PDF files):
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Classification Title
Academic Professional AC
Faculty Rank
Academic Professional Associate
Contract Type
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal Degree in relevant field at the time of appointment.
Position Summary
Academic Professional Associate- Checkout for Audio Visual Equipment (CAVE)
The Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Academic Professional Associate.
This position serves a vital role in the School of Art and on the Dodd Studio Support team, managing the daily operations of the Checkout for Audio and Visual Equipment (CAVE) and Dodd Creative Supply with shared responsibilities for the Flat Lab. The role is essential in ensuring access to, maintenance of, and oversight of a wide range of equipment and resources that support teaching, research, and learning at the Lamar Dodd School of Art.
The position also includes teaching three studio art courses per year based on the candidate’s strengths and the needs of the school. Academic Professionals are expected to contribute to undergraduate instruction, participate in service appropriate to appointment, and engage actively in the intellectual and creative life of the school.
Additional Requirements
We seek a technically proficient, interdisciplinary artist-educator whose background reflects a commitment to collaboration and community building, and who possesses a strong understanding of the technological needs of an art program.
Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? :
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications)
No
Credit And P-Card Policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
F2673P
Working Title
Academic Professional Associate in School of Art, Checkout for Audio Visual Equipment (CAVE)
Department
Franklin-School of Art
About The University Of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
The Lamar Dodd School of Art and the University of Georgia
Housed within a tier one research university, the Lamar Dodd School of Art is a comprehensive, nationally ranked school offering undergraduate and graduate programs in studio art, design, art education, and art history. The Interior Design area is both NASAD-accredited and CIDA-accredited, with approximately 120 undergraduate students.
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of UGA’s learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and creative activity across more than 40 departments, schools, and institutes. With a vision for high-impact research and education, Franklin College prepares students for leadership and global engagement in a sustainable future. The College has a strong commitment to multidisciplinary research, collaboration and academic innovation.
Posting Type
External
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2026
Job Posting Date
03/18/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by April 18, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicant materials should demonstrate how the candidate’s background, accomplishments, and teaching philosophy align with the position. Complete applications will include the following supporting documents (as PDF files):
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and areas of teaching expertise.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Statement of teaching philosophy (1–2 pages).
- Portfolio of creative work (up to 10 images or up to 10 minutes of time-based work).
- Portfolio of student work (up to 10 images or up to 10 minutes of time-based work, uploaded as Other Documents #1).
- Sample syllabi (if available, uploaded as Other Documents #2).
- Names and contact information for 3-5 references.
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Classification Title
Academic Professional AC
Faculty Rank
Academic Professional Associate
Contract Type
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal Degree in relevant field at the time of appointment.
Position Summary
Academic Professional Associate- Checkout for Audio Visual Equipment (CAVE)
The Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Academic Professional Associate.
This position serves a vital role in the School of Art and on the Dodd Studio Support team, managing the daily operations of the Checkout for Audio and Visual Equipment (CAVE) and Dodd Creative Supply with shared responsibilities for the Flat Lab. The role is essential in ensuring access to, maintenance of, and oversight of a wide range of equipment and resources that support teaching, research, and learning at the Lamar Dodd School of Art.
The position also includes teaching three studio art courses per year based on the candidate’s strengths and the needs of the school. Academic Professionals are expected to contribute to undergraduate instruction, participate in service appropriate to appointment, and engage actively in the intellectual and creative life of the school.
Additional Requirements
- Candidates with a non-terminal master’s degree must document exceptional accomplishments in their respective field and be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States at the time of appointment.
We seek a technically proficient, interdisciplinary artist-educator whose background reflects a commitment to collaboration and community building, and who possesses a strong understanding of the technological needs of an art program.
Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate
- Evidence of successful college-level teaching in undergraduate studio art courses.
- Knowledge of a wide range of audio/visual equipment, including manual and digital cameras, video cameras, lenses, lighting, projectors, monitors, media players, audio recorders, mixers, microphones, speakers, data storage systems, cables, large-format printers, scanners, and adapters.
- Strong understanding of technological needs of an art program and management of assets.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of equipment within a school of art environment.
- Ability to manage a team of student workers and hourly staff.
- Commitment to building connections and supporting a strong creative community.
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? :
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications)
No
Credit And P-Card Policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.