Ceramics Program Coordinator - Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE)
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 12284
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 34,300 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://www.utsa.edu/, on https://www.utsa.edu/today/ or on https://twitter.com/utsa, https://www.instagram.com/utsa/, https://www.facebook.com/utsa, https://www.youtube.com/user/utsaor https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_university_admin%3BFcmdPCevQ7ebJE1xpIJlRw%3D%3D.
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 8/30/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: $48,000 - $53,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is required.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
With the Director of Adult Community Programs, to coordinate ceramic programs and classes including teaching, and oversees day-to-day operations and administration of the ceramic studio as related to community educational programs.
This position oversees and coordinates the day to day needs and organization of the ceramic studio primarily in support of the Adult Community Art Program (CAP). It requires teaching in the CAP classes (beginning to advanced), recruitment, coordination, and overseeing of other instructors teaching in the ceramics area, responsible for the smooth running of the ceramic's studio from work-flow organization, kiln firings, overseeing supplies and materials, and kiln and equipment maintenance. As the ceramics studio is a shared space, used by CAP and School of Art (SoA), this position will coordinate with UTSA SoA ceramics department head and ceramics faculty to help meet the needs of degree students and programming as well as the CAP students. In addition to the above duties, the employee should be an artist actively pursuing professional development and exhibition of her/his own work.
Core Responsibilities
Teaching and Administration:
• Instruction of two adult community program ceramics classes per term.
• Assists in substitute teaching in ceramics as needed.
• Schedules of all other adult community ceramics classes; recruiting and coordinating instructors, class curriculum, descriptors, and schedules.
• Handles questions from students and instructors and generally serving as a central source of information regarding classes, kiln scheduling, lab hours, etc. Communication is the key word.
• Works with UTSA safety staff to maintain Scishield online reporting and inspection walk throughs.
• Onboards and trains CAP faculty per UTSA safety requirements.
• Coordinates shared purchasing of materials and maintenance of equipment and facilities with SoA, CAP, and UTSA facilities personnel as needed.
• Maintains a positive and helpful attitude towards the department and participants in general.
Ceramics Studio:
• Oversees the day-to-day work flow keeping operations in the ceramic studio running smoothly.
• Inventory, order, receive and organize ceramic materials and chemicals used by the ceramic area.
• Maintains SDS sheets for material, chemicals, and equipment and prepare and maintain safety signage where needed.
• Ensures shop slips and glazes are prepared and maintained. Coordinate testing of new glazes as needed.
• Ensures the studio areas are clean, functional, and stocked for use.
• Oversees studio monitors and work-study students, and interns as assigned.
• Equipment maintenance and repair: report broken equipment and help to facilitate repairs when possible; wheels, slab roller, clay mixer, glaze mixing equipment, electric kilns, etc.
• Prepares shop signage and bulletin boards as needed (lab hours, clean up signs, workshop information, end of the semester deadlines for kiln firings, etc.)
• Coordinates quarterly clay-slop disposal with an outside vendor through UTSA facilities.
• Helps and coordinates end of the semester clean-up of studio, including the removal of unclaimed bisque ware and glaze ware, the cleaning of clay traps under the sink, locker cleaning, etc.
• Approaches students and faculty who are using the studio and equipment inappropriately, and log instances of misuse and report if needed.
• Ceramics Program Coordinator will be medically cleared and properly fitted with a respirator to complete duties.
Kiln facility and associated duties:
• Coordinates kiln firing and schedules for community classes. Work with Young Artist Programs kiln scheduling needs as well as School of Art kiln use.
• Responsible for loading, unloading, and firing of the gas and electric kilns, or coordination of firings, for both bisqueware and glazeware of all levels of CAP classes each session. Deadlines must be considered in order to meet the needs of the classes. School of Art firings are generally facilitated by School of Art faculty, but will need assistance at various times.
• Oversees the proper glazing and storage of ceramic works while in transition through the firing process. (Watch for improperly glazed pieces, pieces thrown too thick, pieces that are still too wet to be fired or other non-traditional firing practices that do not fit within the ceramics Standard Operation Practice policy.)
• Keeps kiln room and kiln yard cleaned and organized including inside of kilns.
• Helps maintain proper storage and maintenance of kiln shelves and furniture.
• Coordinates repairs or repair kilns, burners and safety equipment as needed for safe operation of the facility.
• Assists in the designing and building of gas kilns with School of Art faculty as needed.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics, or equivalent field of study.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in professional development or training, planning, and management.
• Sufficient knowledge and experience in the skills in throwing, hand building, sculpture, and glaze chemistry; pedagogy, awareness and sensitivity to the aesthetic requirement of instruction and the artistic practice; and in the technical knowledge of firing ceramic equipment and systems including proficiency in loading, firing and maintaining electric and natural gas downdraft kilns as well as raku kilns, alternative firing, and soda kilns.
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
• Masters in Fine Arts in Ceramics.
Additional Information
• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://apptrkr.com/5505480
Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
https://www.jobelephant.com/
jeid-ed4ed89c2104dd4c81f7cf154150e139
