Sculpture Studio Associate
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Category:: Professional
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Department:: Art and Design
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Sep 5, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 01117
Position ID:: 180670

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Instructional Support Associate (SL-2)

Salary: $41,328 - $50,000 (full-time, 10-month, college-year)

The Department of Art and Design offers a major leading to a B.F.A. or B.A. degree, in six areas of concentration: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Printmaking, and Graphic Design, as well as a minor. It also provides experiences for liberal arts students who wish to explore studio practices through elective courses.

The Department of Art and Design at Binghamton University seeks highly qualified applicants for the position of Instructional Support Associate. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide technical support and safety oversight for a 7,000 square foot sculpture facility and wood shop. This position collaborates with faculty and students to ensure that instructional and research needs are met, including providing technical consultation, demonstrations, and support.

The Studio Associate will perform routine maintenance and repairs of equipment and ensure the functionality, organization, and cleanliness of the facility. Duties also include maintaining compliance with SDS, safety, and hazmat requirements. Other responsibilities involve purchasing materials and supplies for classes and scheduling and receiving deliveries. In addition, this position works closely with other staff to support a variety of activities across the department, including maintaining budgets and inventories, contributing to capital improvements within departmental studios, and assisting with special events. This is a non-teaching position.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Broadly skilled in a variety of technical and material processes with expertise in carpentry with significant safety experience
• Demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship and knowledge in fulfilling the needs of the position
• Computer competency
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills in assisting students and the ability to work with and relate to a diversity of constituents
• Minimum technical qualification for the position is in-depth training and work experience in technically related fields
• The ability to lift 25 to 50 lbs.

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts
• Training and work experience in welding
• Comprehensive understanding of sculpture processes

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607-777-3660.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=180670

Deadline for Internal Applicants: September 19, 2024

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references

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