Studio Arts Technician II

Johnson County Community College; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Flexible scheduling

Free gym access

Child development center discount

Job summary

Johnson County Community College is seeking a qualified Part-Time Studio Technician for its Ceramics Area. Responsibilities include open studio monitoring and maintaining safe use of studio space and equipment. Additional tasks may involve cleaning and assistance with kiln operations.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree and at least a year of related experience. This position offers a variation in hours depending on department needs, with a starting salary range of $16.68 -

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related experience.
• 5 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open studio monitoring.
• Provide student access and ensure safe use of studio space and equipment.
• Cleaning tasks (wet cleaning surfaces, sinks and equipment).
• Assist Studio Manager with kiln preparation, loading, unloading, and kiln firings.
• Assist with glaze preparation and clay mixing.
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the Fine Arts Department as assigned.

Education

Associate’s Degree

BFA in related discipline

Job description

Johnson County Community College

Position: Studio Arts Technician II
Department: Academic Affairs
Type of Position: Part‑time Temporary
Exemption Status: Non‑Exempt
Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department need, 12 hours per week
Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No
Starting Salary Range: $16.68 - $21.23

Position Summary

Department of Fine Arts at Johnson County Community College is looking for a qualified Part‑Time Studio Technician in its Ceramics Area. The Studio Technician’s job responsibilities include open studio monitoring, providing student access and ensuring safe use of the ceramics studio space and equipment, cleaning tasks such as wet cleaning surfaces, sinks and equipment, and assisting the Studio Manager with kiln preparation, loading, unloading, and kiln firings. Additional tasks may include assistance with glaze preparation and clay mixing. Other tasks may be assigned as needed by the supervisor to assist in the day‑to‑day operations of the Fine Arts Department.

Responsibilities

• Open studio monitoring.
• Provide student access and ensure safe use of studio space and equipment.
• Cleaning tasks (wet cleaning surfaces, sinks and equipment).
• Assist Studio Manager with kiln preparation, loading, unloading, and kiln firings.
• Assist with glaze preparation and clay mixing.
• Assist in day‑to‑day operations of the Fine Arts Department as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree and at least 1 year of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• BFA in related discipline or 5 years of related experience.

Position Details

• Provide technical assistance to students.
• Prepare instructional materials for laboratory demonstrations and use.
• Ensure safety procedures are strictly followed and hazards are minimized.
• Analyze and resolve routine and non‑routine problems.
• Ensure new equipment and supplies are put away in a timely manner.
• Track and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Ensure facilities and equipment are prepared for faculty and exhibitions are installed and taken down.
• Maintain equipment and confirm it is in good working order when checked out/in and ensure appropriate forms are completed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition discount for JCCC courses
• More flexibility on scheduling
• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center

Equal Employment Opportunity

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator, or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: [phone], Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: [e-mail].

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to [e-mail]. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre‑employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Application Requirements: To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and cover letter. Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.jccc.edu/en-us/job/498223