Part-Time On-Campus Studio Operations Manager

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee's Union invites applications for the Craft Centre Operations Manager role. This on-campus, part-time position supports five studio areas and coordinates front-desk activity, scheduling, events, and inventory control.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and knowledge of photography, ceramics, printmaking, metals/jewelry, and fibers.

Qualifications

• Great organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of photography, ceramics, printmaking, metal smithing and jewelry, and fibers.
• Must be willing to learn and adhere to the basic tenets of the University of Wisconsin system policies and procedures regarding employment.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Program Manager and communicates regularly with Area Leads, Studio Assistants, and Supervisor.
• Involved in planning and running promotional events and collaborations such as Earth Week, Union Concourse events, and other programming activities
• Implements studio procedures (including equipment, shift, safety and emergencies)
• Coordinates staff training, staff meetings, and weekly staff schedules each semester
• Supervises staff and members in the studio in adherence to UWM Union Conduct Policies
• Maintains studio inventory, purchases, supplies stock, tools, and equipment while keeping track of invoices to report accordingly.
• Regulates sale item prices and updates the register
• Manages memberships, class registration, refunds, locker rentals, and billing
• Delegates general Studio Assistant duties as needed

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Photography

Ceramics

Printmaking

Metals/Jewelry

Fibers

Learning policies

Job description

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee's Union invites applications for the Craft Centre Operations Manager role. This on-campus, part-time position supports five studio areas and coordinates front-desk activity, scheduling, events, and inventory control.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and knowledge of photography, ceramics, printmaking, metals/jewelry, and fibers.