What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Studio Monitor, Sculpture and Foundations position at George Mason University?
Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type: Part-Time: 29 hrs/week
Work Schedule: Some evenings and Saturday work required
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About The Department
George Mason University’s School of Art is a collaborative academic and professional community focused on advancing creativity through traditional and new media applied to varying social contexts.
The School of Art educates artists and creative professionals to be responsible contributors to society, preparing them to be agents of change in an increasingly connected, complex, inclusive world. We highly value rigor in conceptual approach, skill in art production, and imaginative methods for implementing projects and engaging audiences. Each student is given a background in aesthetic and analytical judgment, the ethical framework for professional practice, the confidence to be both self-reliant and collaborative, and the mastery of design and production necessary to thrive as a professional artist in a competitive global environment.
About The Position
The School of Art is seeking an Open Studio Monitor to work in our Sculpture Studio (wood/metal/plaster/ceramics) and our Foundations Labs. The Open Studio Monitor will be responsible for supervising students working with traditional and non-traditional sculptural processes including woodworking, metal fabrication, plaster mold making, ceramics, concrete, and mixed media.
Responsibilities
This position will teach safe operations, demo equipment, and be responsible for maintaining a safe and clean shop. The Open Studio Monitor will help ensure equipment is working properly and follow procedures for inoperable equipment. The selected candidate is responsible for safeguarding tools and equipment. The shop monitor ensures that everyone using equipment is authorized to do so, ensures proper safety attire is being worn and that all rules are being followed.
Required Qualifications
For full consideration, applicants must apply for GMU Worker at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: March 18, 2025
Posting Close Date: April 18, 2025
Open Until Filled: No
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type: Part-Time: 29 hrs/week
Work Schedule: Some evenings and Saturday work required
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About The Department
George Mason University’s School of Art is a collaborative academic and professional community focused on advancing creativity through traditional and new media applied to varying social contexts.
The School of Art educates artists and creative professionals to be responsible contributors to society, preparing them to be agents of change in an increasingly connected, complex, inclusive world. We highly value rigor in conceptual approach, skill in art production, and imaginative methods for implementing projects and engaging audiences. Each student is given a background in aesthetic and analytical judgment, the ethical framework for professional practice, the confidence to be both self-reliant and collaborative, and the mastery of design and production necessary to thrive as a professional artist in a competitive global environment.
About The Position
The School of Art is seeking an Open Studio Monitor to work in our Sculpture Studio (wood/metal/plaster/ceramics) and our Foundations Labs. The Open Studio Monitor will be responsible for supervising students working with traditional and non-traditional sculptural processes including woodworking, metal fabrication, plaster mold making, ceramics, concrete, and mixed media.
Responsibilities
This position will teach safe operations, demo equipment, and be responsible for maintaining a safe and clean shop. The Open Studio Monitor will help ensure equipment is working properly and follow procedures for inoperable equipment. The selected candidate is responsible for safeguarding tools and equipment. The shop monitor ensures that everyone using equipment is authorized to do so, ensures proper safety attire is being worn and that all rules are being followed.
Required Qualifications
- This position requires a great work ethic, a pleasant and professional demeanor, and the flexibility to work independently or as part of a team;
- Applicants must be reliable, comfortable multi-tasking with strong time management skills, and pay close attention to detail;
- Experience using equipment in metal, wood, and ceramic shops is required;
- Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds; and
- 2 or more years of demonstrated experience working in a wood/metal shop
- 5 or more years’ experience working with wood/metal/ceramic equipment and tools; and
- Experience teaching equipment safety in a shop setting.
For full consideration, applicants must apply for GMU Worker at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: March 18, 2025
Posting Close Date: April 18, 2025
Open Until Filled: No
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
