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University of Colorado Wood Shop and Digital Fabrication Lab Coordinator in Boulder, Colorado
Wood Shop and Digital Fabrication Lab Coordinator
Requisition Number: 56419
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Classified Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 19-May-2024
Date Posted:
Job Summary
The Wood Shop and Digital Fabrication Coordinator position in the Department of Art and Art History directly supervises and manages the wood shop area, and (in collaboration with the Fabrication Lab Manager) also is responsible for and coordinates the use of the digital fabrication lab. The wood shop and digital fabrication labs are in the Visual Arts Center (VAC) on the main campus. These labs (in conjunction with the metal shop, visual resources center, and others) play a critical role in supporting a wide range of student and faculty coursework and research. Students use and rely on these resources, which include traditional as well as digital fabrication tools. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Department of Art and Art History affirms the power of art to transform individuals and society. We are committed to the practice, production, and critical and historical study of art within a liberal arts education that encourages experimentation and independence of thought. Our faculty offers a thorough curriculum that crosses disciplines and invites inquisitive, dedicated students with wide-ranging interests, encouraging creative investigation as an essential skill informed by the highest standards of critical thought. Our diverse faculty, students, and staff are committed to ongoing engagement with communities locally and globally.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Development and Application of Safety Policies & Procedures:
Responsible for the customization of a safety training program to introduce the students to the use of tools and materials in the wood shop and digital fabrication areas.
Trains GPTIs to conduct the training, as well as management of a database to track individuals training level, and corresponding access to different machines, tools, and processes.
Writes and creates coursework for training programs, which require research and analysis into the most current technologies in the field of woodworking and digital fabrication.
Inventory Management:
Responsible for maintaining tools, materials, and supplies in the wood shop & digital fabrication areas, as well as making recommendations for equipment repair, purchase, and disposal.
Handle the inventory of consumables, including the ordering, tracking, and storage requirements for items such as screws, nails, sandpaper, lumber, hardware, adhesives, and finishes.
Additional Labs:
Support additional labs based on the needs of students and faculty.
Examples include a new digital fabrication lab, a CNC router lab, a spray booth, and a hot works lab.
Laboratory Tech Support:
Provide expertise and technical guidance and direction regarding the use of the woodshop / additional labs (and corresponding tools and processes), safety requirements for the use of such tools, and instructional guidance for students working on a wide variety of projects applying a wide variety of materials and processes in these areas.
Support safety and play a critical role in advising students on what tools and processes are safe for a particular task.
Laboratory Budget Management:
Position manages a budget for the Woodshop that includes hourly student workers as well as materials, new tools and machinery, consumables, maintenance and repair costs, improvement projects etc.
Must conduct research and work with students, staff, and faculty to determine the needs for the completion of course work and research.
Supervision (Student Employees)
Position has direct supervision of a graduate student, as well as several student employees each semester.
Position is responsible for hiring and training employees, scheduling work, assigning tasks, monitoring progress and workflows, and establishing work standards.
Must ensure employees are conducting themselves in a professional manner, and are enforcing proper safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
What You Should Know
This position is required to be on campus Monday-Friday with regular working hours of 8:00am-5:00pm.
What We Can Offer
The salary for this full-time position is $62,568.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .
Be Statements
Be creative. Be empowered. Be Boulder.
What We Require
Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
4+ years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR a combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to 4 years.
What You Will Need
Experience setting up, running, maintaining, and trouble-shooting a wide variety of woodworking machinery and tools including table saws, planers, jointers, bandsaws, drill presses, edge & disc sanders, routers, power tools, and hand tools.
Proficiency setting up, running, maintaining, and trouble-shooting digital fabrication equipment including 3D printers, Laser cutters, and vinyl cutters.
Expertise creating digital drawings using design software.
Literacy in: Windows and Apple operating systems, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft office, Microsoft Teams.
Willingness to learn online platforms such as CU Marketplace, Skillsoft, ConCur, Canvas, etc.
Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Sensitivity to and appreciation of different forms of Art and Art making, with the ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students from many different backgrounds and experience levels.
Strong commitment to safety and ensuring workspaces are clean, safe, and efficient to work in.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
A current resume. Must include date ranges and whether full-time or part-time work.
A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
DD-214 for veteran applicants.
Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to HRESmail@colorado.edu or send it via fax at 303-492-4693 and reference the job to which you are applying.
If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by May, 19 2024 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants
To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Wood-Shop-and-Digital-Fabrication-Lab-Coordinator/56419 (https://apptrkr.com/5232975)
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The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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