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Part-time, Temporary, Sculpture Studio Instructional Specialist

Lane Community College

United States, Oregon, Eugene

Sep 03, 2025

Posting Details

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Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations, including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, candidates, and employees living with disabilities.

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Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call Human Resources at 541-463-5586.

Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources, Jill Deneault; Deneaultj@lanecc.edu, fax: 541-463-3970
Lane ensures that all veteran documentation submitted to Human Resources will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	250098
Job Title:	Part-time, Temporary, Sculpture Studio Instructional Specialist
Applicant Notification:	Department Information Our Arts Division is seeking to hire a part-time Sculpture Studio Instructional Specialist. This position is a short-term opportunity through June 30, 2026, for someone who seeks experience in an academic sculpture facility while working toward future personal goals. Application Information This is an applicant pool posting. The first review date of applications may be as early as 10 business days after posting. Subsequent review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information. Your application will remain in the pool until a decision is made on your candidacy. Provide all documents as requested. A resume may not take the place of any section of the application. Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See instructions below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Location:	Main Campus
Classification:	Instructional Specialist
Position Type:	Hourly Part-Time Classified
Anticipated Start Date:	Upon hire
Salary/Wage:	Hourly
Salary/Wage Range:	$18.96 to $27.80 (Classified Hourly Pay Grade 8)
Salary/Compensation Statement:	Our application is used to determine your initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered. Part-Time Benefits may be available for qualified employees.
Grant Statement:
Working Schedule:	Part-Time position; Variable work hours based on department needs; Schedule may vary with hours increasing during peak periods up to 40 hours per week, up to 1039 hours in a 12-month period. Position will average 20 hours per week and does not work during breaks/recess.
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Position Status:	Temporary
Full/Part:	Part-Time
Annual Schedule:	Other
Annual Schedule Details:	If other - see working schedule.
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/13350

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:	09/02/2025
Closing Date:	01/05/2026
Applicant Pool:	Term Pool
Open Until Filled:	No

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:	Two (2) years of post-secondary education or training with course work in Sculpture (or related subject).
Required Experience:	Two (2) years of studio experience with substantial public contact or teacher's aide experience.
Licensure or Certification Requirements
Conditions of Employment:	Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education	Bachelor's Degree or higher in art studio with an emphasis in Sculpture and knowledge of 2D and 3D art techniques, process, and studio production.
Preferred Experience	Experience with Community College studios and curriculum. Experience in welding, wood shop, clay mixing/firing, foundry, stone carving, and glass casting. Experience with digital imaging (Fusion 360, Photoshop, Illustrator, V-Carve Pro, Blender, SketchUp, Sheetcam, Aspire, etc.) Experience with 3D digital I/O devices (3D printers, 3D scanners, Laguna CNC machine, Glowforge etc.). Experience with contemporary sculpture methods, materials, and equipment.
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.
Position Purpose:	Provides specialized instructional and technical support to sculpture faculty including direct assistance to students, as well as oversight, maintenance, organization and safety of the studio space.
Essential Functions:	Administrative Manage sculpture studio spaces, equipment, and supplies. Develop and implement sculpture studio policies. Work with sculpture faculty to coordinate supervised open studio scheduling in the facilities. Serves as site supervisor, trainer and coordinator to multiple student workers in the Sculpture Studio, having a direct influence over the work that is prioritized and performed. Serves as community liaison for donations of equipment and materials. Instructional Support Work closely and cooperatively with faculty teaching in the studios. Provide technical advice, answer questions, and resolve issues for students. Prepare and set up the studios according to needs of courses utilizing the studios. Research and develop new tools, materials and processes. Maintenance / Facilities Maintain studio and equipment, making minor repairs. Demonstrate, monitor, and enforce all studio practices and safety protocols. Maintain and troubleshoot Laguna CNC Router and Maslow CNC. Oversee access for those qualified to use the studio (students, faculty, visitors, and staff). Expedite and monitor orders for major repairs of equipment. Manage inventory and organize supplies. Order supplies and arrange for pick-up and unloading of supplies as necessary and in advance of expected use. Oversee, direct and assist students in clean-up of work areas. Demonstrate the appropriate use of the space. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the students, instructors, and staff. Other Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. Other duties as assigned. Equity and Inclusion Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement:	Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Dean of Arts or other supervisor. Faculty may train, assign work, provide priorities and be available to troubleshoot problems on a daily basis. Work is performed independently using specialized experience and training. Work is reviewed for the quality of assistance provided. This position may have responsibility to assign tasks, provide priorities and train student assistants, volunteers and hourly employees.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	Requires ability to lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds as required by the position, use power hand tools, and perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Work safely.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Knowledge of and Skills in: The operation of office and studio equipment Departmental rules, policies, procedures, and resources as they relate to the specific area of assignment Human relations Accurate and efficient data entry Ability to: Learn terminology related to area of assignment Provide positive reinforcement and encourage students Work effectively with faculty in implementing curriculum and lab activities Prepare written materials for students as directed by faculty Maintain and update digital media for outreach and promotion Communicate orally and in writing; maintain a patient, caring and respectful attitude with students Work with persons with a wide range of abilities Use active listening techniques Communicate information to students from varied ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds Work with instructors to identify instructional program needs Work under pressure and meet deadlines Observe and evaluate student performance; analyze and diagnose student problem areas with course content Order and maintain necessary materials, supplies and equipment; and arrange for necessary repairs Learn College programs, policies and information sources Work independently Keep the learning environment neat and orderly Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes
Applicant Instructions:	Application Instructions Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. The Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume may not take the place of any section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package. Application - Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume - Comprehensive of experience, education and accomplishments. Cover Letter - Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position. Transcripts - See instructions below. If applicable: DD214 - Veterans, please fax, email, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College. deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970 Questions? For assistance with the online application call 541-463-5586 For position questions contact the department, rhayc@lanecc.edu How to monitor your application Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm PST on closing date.
Transcript Instructions:	Transcripts are required. If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted. International degrees will require a foreign degree evaluation for their US equivalent. For more details, click here. Attach under "Optional Document", fax, email, deliver or mail to: Lane Community College Art Dept. Posting#240029 Attn: Cas Rhay 4000 E 30th Ave Eugene, OR 97405 Email: rhayc@lanecc.edu
Union Association:	LCC Employees Federation (Classified)