Lab Instructor, 2D

Salary: $29,862.00 - $43,842.00 Annually

Location: Bradenton

Job Type:

Department: Art, Design, Humanities

Job Number:

Closing: Continuous

Description

SCF offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, featuring low-cost State of Florida medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a variety of additional perks. Employees can take advantage of tuition scholarships for themselves and eligible dependents, paid life insurance, and matching contributions to the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Additional benefits include complimentary access to wellness activities, paid sick and vacation leave, a four-day workweek during June and July, and paid winter break. Eligible dependents may also benefit from access to our on-campus Collegiate School. Visit our https://scf.edu/Administration/HumanResources/Benefits/default.asp for benefit details

Job Summary

Prepares material for open instructional laboratories according to established procedures. Assists students and instructional staff under the direct guidance of faculty and area administrator. Supervises student workers in drawing, painting, and digital studios.

This position is (30hrs/10mo) The salary is structured based on a 37.5-hour workweek and will be prorated for a 30-hour workweek for 10 months.

NOTE: Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of work force, and other factors which may impact the College's need to modify position requirements.

This position is a career-level position and is eligible for veteran preference. If you qualify, please complete the Veteran Preference section of the application and attach a copy of your DD214.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following listing of essential job duties indicates the general nature and level of work required in this job. This is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all the activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required in this job. Individuals assigned to this job may be asked to perform other duties as required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.

Applicants may be asked to demonstrate any or all of the following duties:

• Provides instruction to students working on current course assignments in drawing, painting, and digital studios during open studio hours and in class as requested by instructor.

• Prepares drawing and painting studios daily according to standard format for type of class. Assures cleanliness and follows all national and state requirements pertaining to safety and health protocols. Includes reset of easel locations, taborets, lights, and model stands prior to each new class format.

• Assists students in use of studio equipment and materials. Instructs students on safety protocols to secure a safe working environment. Includes safe handling and disposal of paint related materials and use of appropriate refuse containers.

• Performs inventory of studio supplies (paint, drawing materials, canvas, paper, printer materials, lights, and other on the template provided) each semester.

• Studio technology such as iPads, lockable stands, webcams, microphone, extra moveable monitors, and drawing tablets for on-line course checkout.

• Studio equipment such as wood easels, metal easels, plein air easels, taborets, etc.

• Portable, chargeable lights, standing lights, heater for models, heavy duty extension cords.

• Coordinates use and placement of studio equipment, portable technology, media, and supply materials such as masks, hand sanitizer, soap, etc. to meet daily student and instructional requirements. Ensures default student materials available in the studio for students are stocked.

• Manages digital tablet check-out procedure for students taking 2-D Studio Art courses (Digital Illustration and Two-Dimensional Design). Obtains student signature on check out form and follows up on return of tablet with student at semester end.

• Lights still life set ups prior to class start and shuts off still life lights after class. Maintains lighting equipment and stores when not in use.

• Prepares and breaks down still life objects and set ups for instructional faculty as requested. Prepares an advance schedule of needs based on faculty input.

• Coordinates student supply kit needs/changes for the next semester with the Bookstore Manager, using the form received from Program Manager each semester. Includes communication of availability, timing of kits in bookstore and pricing to Program Manager. Supplies faculty with supply kit summary sheet with prices. Troubleshoot issues that occur with bookstore during as needed.

• After identifying SCF supply inventory and receipt of instructor needs for the coming semester, prepare a list of needed supplies for discussion with Program Manager. After approval of items, secure bids for the materials. When received, prepare purchase request for PM approval and internal processing.

• Stays up to date on order status. When materials received, check for accuracy against purchase order, provide result to academic secretary. Unpack and Store appropriately.

• Coordinates figure model requests for the next semester using the instructor completed format as the basis of requests. Prepares paperwork for internal approvals for requested hours. Coordinates with the temp agency to confirm model prior to course start date.

• Maintains a sign in and sign out sheet of model attendance and provides to Academic Secretary for temp agency billing verification. Approves time sheets weekly using temp agency on-line system.

• Supports Student Exhibitions with collections and safe storage of student works, entries receipt, transmittal and pick up, as directed by leadership.

• At the close of each semester, post student work removal deadlines. Performs a deep clean and reorganization for next semester.

• Maintains an organized and secure supply, tech and cast closet.

• Keeps prop room organized, clean and updated and ensures safe entrance and exit paths. Secures other props when needed for specific assignments.

• Assigns work, trains and supervises student assistants as required. Creates and publishes a work schedule for scholarship students.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience:

Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and four years' experience in related field; or Bachelor's degree from four year college or university and one year experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience tutoring and/or teaching college students is preferred.

• Supervisory Experience:One or more years of experience as a "lead" employee, with responsibility for scheduling and assigning work, training new employees, and assisting others with problems.

• Language Ability:Ability to read and understand basic instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

• Math Ability:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform calculations on standard measures of American currency and weight, volume, and distance. (Except in math and science labs)

• Reasoning Ability:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram/chart, or schedule form.

• Computer Skills:Intermediate knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, internet and e-mail. Additional knowledge of discipline specific software. Must be proficient in current College e-mail, data base and other College required software. Must remain current with technology changes.

• Certificates and Licenses:N/A

Responsibility for People and Property:

Responsibility for routine maintenance of lab equipment. Performs work as "lead" employee for laboratory staff and students.

Responsibility for Communication:

• Internal Contacts:Routine contact with students, faculty, and instructional administrative staff.

• External Contacts:Frequent contact with vendors; occasional contact with prospective students, general public, and professionals appropriate for discipline.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here 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.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May have exposure to toxic fumes or hazardous waste.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use manual dexterity and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must lift/move and/or stack up to 60 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Supplemental Information

In addition to satisfactory performance on all of the essential job duties and responsibilities for this job, all State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees must fulfill the following basic performance expectations:

Mission and Goals: Each State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employee is expected to know the College's mission and goals.

Service Excellence: All State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees will strive to provide outstanding service excellence to everyone they serve including students, the community, and fellow employees in accordance with Pride in Excellence standards as listed:

RESPECTFUL

Act in a courteous manner

Actively listen to gain full understanding

Demonstrate awareness of "everything speaks"

Show empathy and caring

RESPONSIVE

Approach people in an inviting and pleasing manner

Take ownership of actions and decisions

Plan, anticipate, and be forward thinking

Answer and return phone calls and emails

Use proper communication etiquette

Banish the phrase "not my job"

Provide assistance to all inquiries and follow through

ACCURATE

Do it right the first time

Be knowledgeable of product and how it interfaces with others

Ask probing questions

Use resources effectively and efficiently

COLLABORATIVE

Participate in teams

Develop team skill sets

Learn available resources to be responsive to your constituents

Develop internal and/or external connections

Grooming and Appearance: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to maintain a neat and professional image at all times. When issued, College personnel must wear uniforms, and maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.

Safety Awareness: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe and healthful working conditions, and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as provided.

Attendance Standards: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend their work assignments and schedules at all times, in accordance with College Rules and Procedures.

Training: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend College-provided training sessions and meetings when deemed necessary.

Continuous Improvement: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to give attention to continuous assessment and improvement of the position's assigned set of duties and responsibilities.

Pre-Employment Screenings:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background screenings and employment reference checks. In accordance with Florida law, applicants and employees are encouraged to review the AHCA Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage, which provides information and resources on background screening requirments. Visit the https://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-central-services/background-screening for more information .

Satement of Non-Discrimination:

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, race, religion, age, national origin/ethnicity, color, marital status, disability, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its educational programs, services and activities, including admission and employment. Direct inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies to: Equity Officer, 941-752-5599, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34207.

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