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Payroll Title LAB AST 4 Title Code 009601 Grade/Step Working Title Sculpture Lab Assistant
Department Name Art Dept Supervisor Susan S Komura Department Head Amir A Zaki

Payroll Title of those supervised

Title Code Description FTE
4921 STDT 2 .5

Special Requirements and Conditions

Valid Driver License
Overtime
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Other (description)
Laboratory work in shop environment with noise, dust, non-toxic fumes, be able drive and walk to pick up and move materials between facilities, safely move large equipment, additional time outside nrmal business hours for instruction.

Level of Supervision Received

General Direction

Items Used

Wide variety of woodworking equipment including table saw, band saw, sanders, drill press, and various power and hand tools; welding and metal working equipment; industrial sewing machine; plaster and clay tools; CNC router; and office machines including computer

Position Purpose

With general direction from the faculty and Finance & Administrative Officer (supervisor), this position manages the Sculpture Laboratory. Apply knowledge in the discipline of Art/Sculpture to assist in planning for faculty use, performing and assisting in teaching various techniques and methods, and manage and coordinate all administrative and operational functions related to the Sculpture Laboratory. Hire, train, and supervise student laboratory workers. Supervise open lab hours.

Essential Functions

Essential Function % Time
Technical and Instructional Support 50
Consult with faculty and staff on technical matters related to the academic discipline and use of the laboratory. Assist faculty in technical matters for instruction and research. Supervise open lab hours, to answer questions and to assistant students and faculty on technical issues.
Participate in planning for the department's future growth including planning for facilities, equipment and materials. Make recommendations for program improvements.
Ensure proper preparation of instructional materials.
Demonstrate safe and proper use of equipment and materials.
Sculpture Laboratory Operations Management 35
Maintain laboratory facilities, equipment and expendable supplies; work with administrative support staff to arrange repairs and replacement of obsolete or unusable equipment; maintain inventory of supplies and submit order information, stock numbers, and description for needed materials; oversee safety and storage of equipment and related supplies and chemicals.
Maintain equipment, including operating and training on CNC router, monitors use of equipment during lab hours or checks out equipment as established by Sculpture faculty and administrative staff; keeps all safety records and ensures safety instruction and training is provided to all who use the laboratory.
Prepare, set up and/or arrange for AV equipment. Ensure laboratory is operated and maintained in a safe manner and in compliance with UC policies and procedure, federal and state laws and requirements.
Prepare and assist in the justification of budget estimates. Maintain expenditure control over approved budgets. Research equipment and material needs, prepare cost estimates and make recommendations.
Sculpture Laboratoy Student Assistant Supervision 10
Hire and supervise Sculpture Laboratory student assistants; train students in duties as lab helpers, stressing lab and equipment safety rules; monitor lab helpers' job performance; oversee reporting of time.
Other Duties 5
Oversee student gallery. Perform annual inventory of tools, equipment, and chemicals.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

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Education equivalent to completion of upper-division college coursework in Art, Art History, or a related field.
  2
Demonstrated experience working in an Art laboratory and/or studio.
  3
Extensive knowledge of techniques, equipment and materials used in sculpture (metal, wood, ceramics, and other materials).
  4
Experience using a variety of power and hand tools.
  5
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent presentation skills.
  6
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with a diverse group of faculty, students, and staff.
  7
Supervisory experience.
  8
Ability to work with equipment, machinery and materials while adhering to safety standards. Ability to move large equipment safely. Ability to drive and walk distances to pick up supplies.
  9
Computer proficiency. Knowledge of MS Office.
  10
Strong organizational skills to organize instructional reference materials. Creative ability to recommend effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualification Display Ranking
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Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's and/or an advanced degree in a related field.
  2
Demonstrated progressively responsible experience working in a laboratory and/or art studio.
  3
Experience running, programing, and maintaining a CNC Router.
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Posted Position Purpose
With general direction from the faculty and Finance & Administrative Officer (supervisor), this position manages the Sculpture Laboratory. Apply knowledge in the discipline of Art/Sculpture to assist in planning for faculty use, performing and assisting in teaching various techniques and methods, and manage and coordinate all administrative and operational functions related to the Sculpture Laboratory. Hire, train, and supervise student laboratory workers. Supervise open lab hours.
Posted Minimum Requirements
1. Education equivalent to completion of upper-division college coursework in Art, Art History, or a related field.
2. Demonstrated experience working in an Art laboratory and/or studio.
3. Extensive knowledge of techniques, equipment and materials used in sculpture (metal, wood, ceramics, and other materials).
4. Experience using a variety of power and hand tools.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent presentation skills.
6. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with a diverse group of faculty, students, and staff.
7. Supervisory experience.
8. Ability to work with equipment, machinery and materials while adhering to safety standards. Ability to move large equipment safely. Ability to drive and walk distances to pick up supplies.
9. Computer proficiency. Knowledge of MS Office.
10. Strong organizational skills to organize instructional reference materials. Creative ability to recommend effective solutions.


Posted Preferred Qualifications
1. Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's and/or an advanced degree in a related field.
2. Demonstrated progressively responsible experience working in a laboratory and/or art studio.
3. Experience running, programing, and maintaining a CNC Router.

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