P/T Technical Assistant-Center for the Arts
- Employer
- Westchester Community College
- Location
- White Plains, NY
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Department:: WDCE Division/Center for the Arts
Locations:: White Plains, NY
Posted:: Sep 12, 2019
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Hourly
Ref. No.:: PTTACFA91219
About Westchester Community College:
Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county's largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Assistant Dean Workforce Development Community Education, the P/T Technical Assistant:
- Provides office support, including (but not limited to), customer service, payment processing and art supplies sales;
- Provides administrative support to faculty and students (photocopying, providing rosters, etc.), and other front desk activities
- Provides technical assistance to faculty and students in labs (computer/photo/painting/jewelry/ceramics etc.);
- Assists with inventory, shipping/receiving, and stocking;
- Upkeeps inventory and informs the Senior Technician of equipment and supply concerns or issues;
- Assists with the installation of student and art exhibitions,
- Assists in the production of printed and digital marketing materials and posting;
- Assists the Senior Technicians, as needed;
- Supports the Assistant Dean with other tasks, as needed, including administrative and programmatic support.
Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in the area of specialty are required. The successful candidate must possess some knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology and tools and/or equipment used in the visual arts. The incumbent must possess the ability to work effectively with others, including staff, students, and faculty. Excellent customer service and communication skills are required. Computer proficiency is also required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A degree in art education, administration, and/or studio art is preferred. Previous work experience that includes technology (machinery, audio/visual, computers, equipment or art related technologies) is strongly preferred.
Additional Information:
WORK SCHEDULE: Mondays and Tuesdays: 4:30 pm-10:00 pm.
POSITION EFFECTIVE: The position will remain open until filled.
HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $12.50 per hour. No benefits.
Application Instructions:
Applicants interested MUST apply online by submitting a letter expressing interest in this position and a resume. Please login to: https://sunywcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp in order to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents. The review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.
Westchester Community College provides accessible, high quality and affordable education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to student success, academic excellence, workforce development, economic development and lifelong learning. Westchester Community College is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer.
Organization
Working at Westchester Community College
Mission and Goals
Westchester Community College is more than just the county’s largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.
History
Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college.
Enrollment
There are approximately 12,000 full- and part-time college credit students. Continuing education students bring the total number served by the college each semester to more than 20,000. Precise statistics about the college's enrollment history can be found in the Institutional Research & Planning pages.
Faculty
Westchester Community College’s faculty and professional staff have received more SUNY Chancellors Awards for Excellence than any other community college in the system. More than 98% hold masters or doctorate degrees in their fields. Student/faculty ratio is 16.1:1.
Veteran Friendly Campus
The college, which opened in 1946 in order to train and educate veterans, welcomes those who have served our country. We are considered a "Veteran Friendly Campus" due to our extensive services for those who have spent time in the military.
Degrees
The college offers more than 50 associate and certificate programs. We have three types of associate degrees in 36 subject areas: the Associate in Arts for students transferring to four-year institutions in the liberal arts; the Associate in Science for those transferring to four-year institutions for business, math, science or health careers; and the Associate in Applied Science for those preparing to seek immediate employment, change careers or transfer. In addition, certificate programs typically requiring between 15 to 33 credits are offered in approximately 20 career fields.
Continuing Education
The Continuing Education Division is the largest such unit in the entire SUNY system. It offers courses for people of all ages considering career choices or changes or personal development; customized training for businesses; innovative programming for older adults; an exciting arts and culture series open to the public.
Library
The Harold L. Drimmer Library / Learning Resource Center contains 110,000 volumes and 600 periodical titles, as well as more than 19 million searchable records and entries from 97 electronically-linked libraries.
Career & Transfer Center
The Career & Transfer Center helps students assess career options, plan career and curriculum, take steps toward transfer to a four-year college, prepare for job interviews, and locate and obtain jobs before and after graduation.
Child Care
Virginia Marx Children's Center at Westchester Community College (Valhalla campus) provides year-round, fully licensed and accredited care for children of students, faculty, staff and other working parents. Ages six weeks - five years.
Sports
Intercollegiate teams for men are fielded in soccer, basketball, lacrosse, golf, and baseball. Women's intercollegiate teams include tennis, volleyball, basketball, and softball. The Westchester Community College Fitness Center provides access to cardiovascular equipment, universal, nautilus, and light free weights, pool, and tennis courts. College athletics also include intramural sports.
Locations
Valhalla (main campus); extension sites in New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Yonkers, Shrub Oak, Mahopac, Ossining, Port Chester and Peekskill (Art Workshop) and White Plains (Art Workshop).
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