Job Description:

Art Lab Technician (PT) - Photography




VonOhlen Hall
Part-time Support Staff



Hybrid Option: No



Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. We are committed to being an exceptional employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package with generous time off, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, and a secure pension plan through SURS. You'll also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including winter and Thanksgiving breaks. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Your future starts here - join us today!


Waubonsee Community College promotes diversity in faculty, staff, and student recruitment and is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.


The Art Lab Technician is responsible to the Assistant Dean for Visual and Performing Arts, Education, and Sciences. The position supports the Art department.


Provide instructors with equipment and supplies essential to teaching.


Maintain studios in a clean and safe manner by properly storing and disposing of hazardous materials. Maintain the MSDS online database.


Organize, inventory and order supplies for art classes and artist workshops and enter into computer software.


Frame and mount artwork for the Waubonsee Student Art Purchase Collection.


Assist with visiting artists, workshops, and classroom needs.


Train work study students.


Prepare artwork for travel and delivery to exhibit locations.


Assist in set up and take down of exhibitions.


Monitor the photo labs and open studios.


Assist in creating event fliers and distribution.


Create recruiting materials and participate in recruiting events.


Assist students with matting, framing and scanning of artwork for exhibits.


Maintain equipment and instrumentation for art studio/lab (e.g., help maintain calibration of computers and printers in digital lab, checking chemical amounts for film processing, mixing film chemistry as needed, supplying enlarging stations). Perform basic repair of photo lab equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.



Minimum Qualifications



Associates degree in Art or Photography, or closely related field, required.


One year of work experience in a digital photography and/or darkroom environment, required.


Valid driver's license with clean driving record.


Able to work independently and follow directions.


Able to complete projects accurately.


Good written and verbal communication skills required.


Ability to lift and manipulate 35 pounds.


Proficiency in handling traditional and digital photo equipment.


Please attach the following documents when applying:

Cover Letter-No

Resume-Yes

References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)

Transcripts-No (Can be provided at interview)

Position Details

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Grant Funded: No
Minimum Starting Rate: 17.59 - 17.59
Compensation Type: Hourly
Work Schedule: Other
Work Hours: 25 hours/week
Testing: No
Targeted Hire Date: 11/4/2024
Special Instructions: Please attach all required documents at the time of application.


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