Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
hourly wage
Job Description
Scripps College is a prestigious liberal arts college located in Claremont, California, known for its commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and fostering a close-knit community. The college offers a wide array of programs in the Arts, Humanities, and Sciences, providing students with a rich and engaging educational experience. As part of the Claremont Colleges consortium, Scripps provides access to extensive resources and collaborative opportunities, supporting its mission to educate women to think critically, lead, and contribute meaningfully to society.
The Department of Art at Scripps College seeks a temporary, part-time Ceramics Technician to support the ceramics studio during th... Show More
The Department of Art at Scripps College seeks a temporary, part-time Ceramics Technician to support the ceramics studio during th... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions
- attention to details with emphasis on accuracy
- capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information
- formulating work plans and articulating goals and action plans
- sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods
- standing for extended periods
- reaching and extending hands or arms in any direction
- finger dexterity required to manipulate objects
- communication skills using spoken word
- ability to see within normal parameters
- ability to hear within normal parameters
- ability to bend and stoop
- ability to move about
- ability to lift and carry short distances up to 50 lbs
- exposure to hazardous materials requiring mask and gloves
- exposure to extreme heat requiring refractory gloves, clothing, and face shield
- exposure to open flames from gas fueled kilns
- required to obey proper safety procedures when handling power tools
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- strong organizational skills
- ability to multitask and prioritize workload
- ability to coordinate and train a team of student workers with varied ceramic knowledge
Job Qualifications
- BFA in ceramics or related field or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
- two years demonstrated technical experience firing electric and gas kilns
- experience mixing cone 6 glazes
- experience with basic kiln, wheel and studio equipment maintenance
- experience managing staff or student workers
- preferred MFA in ceramics or related field
- preferred three years experience as a ceramics technician or faculty member
- preferred experience operating basic woodshop tools and equipment
Job Duties
- Loading/firing/unloading electric and gas kilns
- mixing and testing glazes and clay bodies
- maintain good working conditions of kilns and related kiln equipment
- maintain the safe and clean working conditions of the studio
- take inventory of studio materials
- manage a team of three graduate students
- act as a liaison to undergraduate students working in the studio outside of class time
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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