Bellevue College seeks Shop/Art Studio Assistant

Under general supervision of the Dean of Arts & Humanities, the Shop Assistant (or Art Studio Assistant) will assist faculty during 3-D Design and Sculpture courses by instructing and overseeing students in the safe and proper use of woodworking and metalworking equipment.  This also includes overseeing one open lab day per week. This position will also maintain 3-D Studio spaces and equipment. This includes keeping the studio clean and organizing course materials and maintaining hand and power tools.

This is part-time (24 hours per week) 10-month cyclical permanent position. 

Position Salary Range: $2,137.80/month – $2,845.80/month

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate’s qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. This is a 10-month cyclical position and actual annual wage will be prorated during cyclical period.

This position is expected to NOT be eligible for benefits because eligibility is limited only to employees working at least an average of 80 hours in eligible employment for more than 6 consecutive months and at least 8 hours a month. Eligible positions are eligible for certain benefits.

The employee is scheduled to work 16 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

Arts & Humanities, the largest division at Bellevue College, welcomes students with various educational goals. Most are enrolled in academic transfer courses such as Art, Communication Studies, English, Music, Philosophy, Theatre Arts, and World Languages. Other programs focus on international students (English Language Institute) or adults taking pre-college courses to learn English, earn their GED, complete High School credentials, or transition to college-level courses (Basic and Transitional Studies). The division also includes a Professional Technical program (Interior Design), which serves students seeking an Associate’s degree or a Bachelor of Applied Arts. Each program in Arts & Humanities seeks to empower students by cultivating inclusive learning environments that engage diverse traditions; stimulating intellectual and imaginative curiosity; and developing the habits of mind necessary for critical and creative thinking.

Assist faculty as needed during 3-D Design and Sculpture courses

• Training students in the safe use of studio equipment both alongside faculty and independently.
• Overseeing students in the safe and proper use of woodworking and metalworking equipment.
• Assisting students in building projects using a wide range of materials and processes as needed.
• Independently overseeing one student work day per week.

Maintain 3-D Studios

• Stocking and organizing materials (ex. plywood, lumber, plaster, clay, steel, gas cylinders, etc.).
• Keeping track of studio inventory and providing lists of needed materials to program head.
• Building shop jigs, fixtures, and specialty storage as needed.
• Submitting maintenance requests (dumpster pickup, air filter changes, etc.)
• Keeping studio dust and clutter free.  This includes leading students in cleaning tasks.
• Assisting program head with studio paperwork as needed (budget tracking, shop training forms, etc.).

Maintain 3-D Studio equipment

• Maintaining a large inventory of equipment. Tasks may include but are not limited to sharpening chisels, setting jointer and planer knives, cleaning and oiling table saw interiors, emptying dust collectors, removing/installing welding gas cylinders, troubleshooting and repairing machinery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum two (2) years enrolled in a college 3-D visual arts program or related program. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Minimum two (2) years experience working in a wood shop and/or a metal shop, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills, listening skills to identify issues and provide service-related solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse colleagues and/or students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy objects, up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated ability to walk, stand, sit, or bend for extended periods of time and work in confined spaces.
• Demonstrated ability to work heights up to 20 feet above ground level, and outdoor environments in all types of weather.
• Demonstrated effective organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to email, Internet, and data entry.

• BA/BFA/MFA in sculpture or related field
• One (1) year maintaining woodworking and/or metalworking equipment, or equivalent
• Practicing artist
• Visual arts teaching experience
• Experience in higher education