Visual Arts Studio Technician

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $38,272; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Studio operations management
Environmental health and safety compliance
Student supervision and training
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community that reflects Arkansas’s population

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community that reflects Arkansas’s population.
  • The Visual Arts Studio Technician will manage day-to-day studio operations, oversee safety procedures, assist students and faculty, and provide full-time presence during evening classes.
  • The position offers a benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program contributions.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community that reflects Arkansas’s population.

Salary

Base: $38,272; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance; tuition waivers; retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Studio operations management
  • Environmental health and safety compliance
  • Student supervision and training
  • Technical skills in multiple art mediums
  • Equipment maintenance and inventory
  • Digital fabrication and print lab management

Nice-to-have

  • Project management skills
  • Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Problem solving across disciplines
  • Ability to work evening shifts
  • Team collaboration and leadership

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in visual art or related field or equivalent experience
  • Experience managing studios and working with college-level students
  • Criminal background and motor vehicle registry checks
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Portfolio of work submission required

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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