Fabrication Facilities Manager

3 weeks ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual to manage our fabrication facilities and support the needs of graduate and undergraduate-level teaching at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the safe working order of all existing shop equipment and instruct students and faculty on the proper and safe use of complex and specialized equipment.
  • Organize and facilitate safety demonstrations for instructional faculty within the department and faculty and students outside the department.
  • Mentor and train graduate technical assistants and supervise a team of undergraduate shop monitors to ensure safe coverage of the shops.
  • Research and identify new and appropriate equipment for a shop that supports emerging technologies.
  • Collaborate with other faculty on methods to incorporate and utilize the equipment and studios in the departmental curriculum.
  • Maintain the undergraduate studio spaces, studio assignments, and move in/move out, and organize departmental semester clean-ups.
  • Teach at the undergraduate level, based on the particular skills of the successful candidate.
Requirements
  • MFA or a combination of technical training, professional experience, and education.
  • Minimum of two years of teaching experience at the University level.
  • Minimum of two years of demonstrated expertise working in a woodshop, metal shop, mold making area, and/or foundry and familiarity with the related equipment and safety protocol, preferably in arts higher education.
  • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
  • Experience teaching in a Sculpture program, or in a comparable arts program (Preferred).
  • Experience teaching in a fine arts and/or design program in an accredited arts school (Preferred).
  • Experience supervising graduate students (Preferred).
What We Offer
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A comprehensive benefits package.
  • A chance to be part of a community-oriented, tight-knit department and School.
How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your application materials via the VCU Jobs Website. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please include a Letter of Interest, Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Current CV/Resume, and a list of three current references. A portfolio of work is also required.



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