CERAMICS ASSISTANT

Columbia Association; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Fit & Play membership

Wellness benefits w/ perks

Paid leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Columbia Association's Art Center is seeking a Ceramics Assistant to support studio operations, including glaze preparation, studio upkeep, class and program support, and special events. The role involves regular interaction with artists, instructors, students, and visitors to ensure a welcoming, organized ceramics area.

Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and be available to work evenings and some weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in ceramics or art studio environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work evenings/weekends.
• Strong interaction with artists, instructors, students, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Support studio operations, glaze preparation, and studio upkeep.
• Assist with classes, programs and special events.

Skills

Ceramics

Glaze preparation

Studio upkeep

Class and program support

Special events

Tools

Arts studio equipment

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 3:59 AM

Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.

CERAMICS ASSISTANT

Join the Columbia Association's Art Center team and help foster a vibrant, creative community through the art of ceramics. The Ceramics Assistant plays an essential role in supporting studio operations, including glaze preparation, studio upkeep, class and program support, and special events.

This position interacts regularly with artists, instructors, students, and visitors to provide an exceptional studio experience while ensuring the ceramics area remains organized, safe, and welcoming.

Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and be available to work evenings and some weekends as needed.

The pay rate for this position is $24/per hour. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.

Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’s why we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.