Studio and Sculpture Lab Manager

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

●      Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

●      Understanding of academic research facility needs.

●      General background in a discipline related to the work of specific lab(s).

●      Demonstrated supervisory experience.

●      Demonstrated experience managing multiple budgets.

●      Knowledge and experience in managing facilities, operations, maintenance, space, and equipment administration in a research or teaching setting.

●      Excellent communication and customer services skills.

●      Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects in a complex and technical environment.

●      Familiarity with health and safety compliance regulations.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

·       MFA strongly preferred.

• A strong background in arts education.
• Deep understanding of health and safety compliance regulations as related to artmaking spaces.
• Solid workshop skills related to teaching basic sculpture practices are essential.
• Extensive experience with wood and metalworking equipment and tools, basic machining, mold making techniques, a solid working knowledge of the materials of oil painting and various printmaking processes, including the safe use and proper disposal of these materials.
• Experience with contemporary art, analog electronics, and computer-aided design and fabrication.
• Significant technical experience using and calibrating sculpture shop machines and printmaking presses.
• Experience using and troubleshooting laser cutters.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

●       Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.

●       Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.

●       Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.

●       Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.

●       Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.

●       Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

●       Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

●      May at times be required to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include, but are not limited to, chemicals, pesticides, and solvents, allergens.

●      May be exposed to radiation or electromagnetic fields.

●      Must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, etc.

●      May work extended or unusual work hours due to research or project requirements and peak work cycles. After hours on-call availability required.

WORK STANDARDS:

●       Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

●       Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

●       Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

 The expected pay range for this position is $82,000 to $94,000 per annum.

 Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

 At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You

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●      Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

●      A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

●      A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

 Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants

requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

 Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.