The School of the Art+Design at Purchase College, SUNY seeks candidates for the position of 3D Media Instructional Support Manager.
The successful candidate will be a flexible, inquisitive and reliable individual fluent in a broad range of traditional and contemporary sculptural and 3D processes and techniques. This instructional support position will be responsible for the management of multiple 3D related facilities in support of curricular related programs. These facilities include areas that support processes such as: metal fabrication and casting, wood, ceramics, plaster, digital fabrication, spray finishing, instructional spaces, and student studios.
There may be opportunities for teaching within the School of Art+Design.
The position reports to the Operations Manager of the School of Art+Design, and supervises the 3D Media Instructional Support Associate.
The base salary for the position will be $52,000 - $54,668 depending on experience. This is an in-person position located in Purchase, NY, commencing with the Spring 2023 semester. We offer yearly union contract-negotiated pay increases and potential for permanency. We provide competitive benefits (health, vision, dental insurance and retirement options), access to fitness, library, and course offerings. Generous paid holidays, vacation and sick days, and downstate location stipend are included.
Administrative duties will include budget management; material, supply, and equipment procurement and tracking; staff and student supervision; planning for facilities upgrades; and serving on technical and school wide committees.
The 3D Media Instructional Support Manager will be a participatory member in the Sculpture Department. Working with a team of instructional staff supporting academic programs in the School of Art+Design, this staff member will also interface with other areas of study within the School that rely on the facilities, processes, and equipment supported by this position. This position regularly communicates with a diverse community of undergraduate and graduate students. The Manager provides demonstrations and lessons for safe use of 3D facilities and develops and delivers workshops on various 3D production techniques to students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
Highly proficient in areas of both Wood and Metal shop fabrication, with addition proficiency in Casting/foundry, CNC rapid prototyping (additive and/or subtractive), Digital Fabrication, Ceramics
Capability to repair and maintain fabrication tools
MFA or equivalent professional experience in professional fabrication or a related field
Familiarity with health and safety compliance regulations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Four or more years of related production and technical support experience
Experience in a professional arts school setting in higher education
Supervisory experience
Applicants must attach the following to the online employment application:
Cover letter (maximum one page) expressing interest in the position and summarizing qualifications
Resume specifying work experience and education
Names, addresses, and e-mail addresses (and phone numbers, if possible) of three (3) references, who can speak to your experience related to this position
Instructions to Candidate:
To apply for the position, please visit our Purchase College Job Vacancy website at Purchase College Job Vacancy website and complete an online application.
AA/EEO Statement:
Purchase College SUNY is an AA/EEO employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Clery:
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