Sculpture Studio Assistant II

University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Denver is seeking a Sculpture Studio Assistant II for the Art & Art History Department. This work-study role involves maintaining a safe, clean sculpture workshop, supervising Open Studio Hours, and assisting with equipment maintenance and special projects.

Candidates must have previously worked as a Sculpture Studio Assistant I and be eligible for Work-Study funding. Flexible hours and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Follow written and verbal safety instructions and protocols.
• Be organized, responsible, and proactive.
• Read the Work Study Policy Guide before applying.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a SAFE and CLEAN workshop in sculpture studios with daily cleaning tasks.
• Monitor Open Studio Hours and ensure proper tool use and cleanup.
• Clean equipment and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Supervise student cleanup during Open Studio Hours.
• Assist with special projects like shelving, storage, signage, and end-of-quarter cleanup.
• Handle emergencies and assist in training Sculpture Studio Assistants I.

Skills

Safety procedures

Team player

Flexible schedule

Independent worker

Artwork experience

Policy reading

Job description

University of Denver - DU - Art & Art History Department

and the job listing Expires on September 10, 2026

• Maintain a SAFE and CLEAN workshop in the sculpture studios. This includes vacuuming and dusting off the equipment, cleaning tables, sweeping and mopping the floors daily, and locking up the tool room and cabinets at the end of the shift. NOTE: Custodians do not clean the Studio Areas beyond emptying trash, the daily cleaning of sinks, tables/counters, and floors are part of this position’s duties.
• Monitor students during Open Studio Hours to ensure all tools are being operated in a safe/effective manner. In addition, ensuring students are accountable for cleaning up any equipment and work areas used.
• Cleaning equipment and routine maintenance of certain equipment.
• Supervise student clean-up of work areas during Open Studio Hours.
• Fulfill special projects as assigned. For example - building shelves, storage boxes, inventory, creating/ printing signage, and end of quarter/ academic year maintenance and shop clean-up.
• Handle emergency situations if they arise.
• Assist in the training of Sculpture Studio Assistants I.

Knowledge, Skills,and Abilities

• Able to follow both written and verbal instructions and safety protocol.
• Needs to be organized, responsible, mature, and proactive.
• Enjoys working with people and be a team player.
• Have a flexible schedule and work week nights and weekends if needed.
• Previous experience with artwork and art processes in a plus.
• Needs to be able to work independently. .
• It is recommended before applying to a this position that you read the entire Student Work Study Policy Guide by following the link and download the PDF: Work Study Policy Guide

Required Qualifications

• These openings in Sculpture are Work Study ONLY.
  • Please check your Financial Aid Package to see if you have been awarded a Work Study Award before applying. If you are unsure or have questions please contact your Financial Aid Advisor before applying.
• To be considered for the Sculpture Studio Assistant II position you must have previously been a Sculpture Studio Assistant I employee.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred 1 Year of Experience
• Fabrication/ shop environment with exposure to various Wood Shop and Metal Shop equipment.
• Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.
• Noise level is moderate to high.

Physical Activities

• Ability to stand for long periods of time with the ability to be vigilant as you supervise students operating shop equipment.
• Required to move about the Sculpture Area with the capability of transporting objects up to 50 lbs. by applying team lifting skills.

Compensation

• Pay: $20.00 per hour.
• In compliance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), non-benefited employees accrue one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.

Work Duty Expectations

• In accordance with federal regulations, it is impermissible for a student utilizing work-study funding to be compensated for work performed while the student is expected to be in class.
• Further, a student shall not be allowed to be compensated for studying while at their work-study job.
• It is also not permissible for a student to be compensated for work performed outside their position’s assigned work place or for work performed outside the scope of regular business hours (i.e., a student may not take work home).

Work Schedule

• Weekly hours are based on Work Study Academic Year Award Amount
• Employment period runs from the beginning of Fall Quarter to the end of Spring Quarter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement & Notice of Background Check

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination Statement.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. These are required for all part-time, full-time and student employee hires.