Job Description

Posting Number

Posting Number

SS0650


Position Information

Division

Faculty of Arts, Science & Management

Department

Fine Arts

Supervisor Title

Dean, Faculty of Arts, Science & Management

Location

Comox Valley(CV)

Posting Type

Internal/External Posting

Position Status

Temporary

If Others, please specify

Desired Start Date

01/07/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

04/15/2026

Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)

7 Hours per week normally between Monday to Friday 0830-1630 to be determined upon hire.

%

20%

Pay Grade

G: $29.43 - $31.23

Position Summary

Reporting tothe Dean, Faculty of Arts, Science & Management the Studio Assistant - Fine Arts - Sculpture, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Photography and Printmaking provides support for faculty in their responsibilities for students and technical supervision and assistance for students in the use of Fine Arts facilities, equipment, materials and processes.

Position Competencies

Job Knowledge Judgment Teamwork Planning & Organization Customer Service Excellence Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Duties & Responsibilities

Demonstrate safe equipment use to students.

Demonstrate safe use of hazardous materials to students.

Assist faculty in the demonstration of various processes and techniques related to Sculpture, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Analogue and/or Digital photography and Printmaking..

Provides follow-up technical assistance to students.

Organizes and prepares studios and materials for classes and for use by students and faculty in accordance with curriculum requirements.

Ensures the general cleanliness, safety and security of the areas, including all Sculpture, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Analogue and Digital photography and Printmaking studios and shops.

Ensures a safe working and learning environment by adhering to WHMIS, WCB Regulations, and by following the college's occupational health and safety policies and procedures.

Liaise with Studio Technicians on all technical issues that arise for students or faculty within the department.

Performs other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Required Education & Experience

Two Year Diploma in Fine Arts with technical knowledge in one or more areas of the Fine Arts including Sculpture, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Analogue and/or Digital photography and Printmaking practices. Six months experience. OFA Level One and WHMIS training

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

1. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively the fundamental characteristics and processes in Sculpture, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Analogue and/or Digital photography and Printmaking studios.

2. Ability to supervise in the safe use of all equipment used in Sculpture, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Analogue and/or Digital photography and Printmaking areas.

3. Supervisory skills and the ability to make decisions with considerableindependence within policies and guidelines.

4. Good physical condition with ability to lift and carry 22 kg.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution.


Posting Detail Information

Posting Open Date

12/04/2025

Posting Close Date

12/10/2025

Open Until Filled

No