TRC Visual Arts & Design Lab Assistant

Rogue Community College; White City (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job description

Assist in maintenance and ongoing operations of Art Department studio spaces. Work on a directed but independent basis to keep art spaces organized and clean. Inspect art equipment (drawing tables, easels, etc.) to ascertain if any are in need of repair, and communicate with immediate supervisor and other faculty to ensure completion of repair or maintenance. Assist instructors with materials for classes, including possibly drawing and painting supplies, framing and matting, ceramics, metal smithing, and other mediums used in classes. Assist instructors in research and special projects as needed. Set up/remove AV equipment. Help organize, install, and remove art exhibitions. Send e-mails and make phone calls to artists/students, and other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general direction of Art Instructor.

Supervision Exercised:

None

• 1. Help prepare, install and remove art exhibitions (often carry heavy artwork).
• 2. Keep the art studio organized and clean on a daily basis.
• 3. Check art equipment (drawing tables, easels, etc.) to ascertain if any are in need of repair.
• 4. Set up AV equipment.
• 5. Send e-mails and make phone calls to artists/art students.
• 6. Place online work orders.

Education:

Must be a currently enrolled RCC student with 6 credits or more and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

Experience:

Familiarity with the visual arts via practice or instruction is desirable.

Knowledge of :

Preferred familiarity with Microsoft office programs.

Ability to:

Be prompt, efficient, flexible and professional. Ability to work independently and follow instructions. Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Physical Demands of Position:

(for non-manual positions)

Manual dexterity and coordination are required for more than half of the daily work period (about 50%) which is spent sitting while operating office equipment such as computers, keyboards, 10-key, telephones, and other standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials less than 5 lbs. daily and 5-25 lbs. occasionally. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities.

The physical demands listed above represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in an office environment. The employee is not exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and lighting is adequate.

The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position will remain open until filled.

Documents required for submission include a cover letter and resume. To be eligible for student employment, you must be enrolled at Rogue Community College in at least 6 credits and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 for regular student positions.

RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ONLY FINALISTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES.

Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.