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Toledo Museum of Art

Glass Production Artist

Toledo, OH · On-site

$22.68/hr

Assistant Director of Glass Studios FLSA Status: Non-exempt Employment Status: Full-Time Hourly Compensation: $22.68 Since our founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global ...

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CRAFT COURSE - GLASS INSTRUCTOR

Columbia, MD

$35/hr

Instructor will also support the glass studio with upkeep and inventory. Experienced glass artists are encouraged to apply. Hours range from 3.5 to 10.5 hours per week. The pay rate for this position ...

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CRAFT COURSE - GLASS INSTRUCTOR

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$35/hr

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Glass Production Artist

Toledo Museum of Art

Toledo, OH • On-site

$22.68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Title: Glass Production Artist
Department: Education
Reports To: Assistant Director of Glass Studios
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time
Hourly Compensation: $22.68
Since our founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of our collection, our innovative and extensive education programs, and our architecturally significant campus. Thanks to the benevolence of its founders, as well as the continued support of its community, TMA remains a privately endowed, non-profit institution and opens its collection to the public, free of charge.
At the Toledo Museum of Art, we are dedicated to fulfilling our mission and our commitment to cultivating an organizational culture where every individual feels valued, inspired, respected, and empowered. We believe fostering such a culture requires everyone to work daily at positively enhancing the experience of our team members. We hope all interested in employment here will strive to elevate our mission and our culture!
SUMMARY
Assists in the design and creation of glass artwork for the Museum glass production program. Production involves creation of art installations and consumable products.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Works closely as part of the glass production team to develop high end production glass products for consumption.
  • Assists with design, prototypes, and fabrication of hand-made glass production pieces as assigned.
  • Participates in the process of creating client presentations.
  • Works with team of Glass Studio Artists to implement production work.
  • Assists visiting artists as part of the Museum's GAPP residency program.
  • Adheres to all safety practices required in an art glass production facility as well as other Museum safety standards.
  • Engages visitors during public glassblowing demonstrations with commentary covering techniques used, information about the history of glassmaking, and the Museum's permanent glass collection.
  • Attends training programs and glass staff meetings as scheduled by the Assistant Director of Glass Studios.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Assistant Director of Glass Studios. May receive assignment and/or work direction from supervisors. Works closely with other members of the Glass Studio Team, Museum educators, members of the larger glass community and other Museum staff as appropriate.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's degree in Studio Art with a glass concentration. Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in glass preferred.
  • 2 years of experience working in a Glass Studio with production capabilities (or equivalent).
  • Working knowledge of studio art practices. In depth knowledge of both cold and warm processes preferred.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to manage work load, complete time-sensitive tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Customer Focus - making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.
  • Adaptability - maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
  • Decision Making - identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
  • Quality Orientation - accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concerns for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
  • Initiating Action - taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
  • Ability to work some evening and/or weekend shifts.
  • Ability to successfully complete a background check and drug screen.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work takes place in a glass studio environment with elevated temperatures and on-going exposure to hot glass, broken glass and other materials requiring careful handling. There is a strong physical component of this position requiring lifting or moving materials or equipment as necessary to perform all duties. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions when moving among buildings. Hours will include some evenings and weekends based on studio schedules and deadlines.
BENEFITS
  • 20 Days of Paid Time Off Annually
  • 6 Paid Holidays Annually
  • 2 Floating Holidays Annually
  • 3 Paid Volunteer Days Annually
  • Birthday Paid Day Off
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • 403b Retirement Savings Plan
  • Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Term Life and AD&D Insurance Plans
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Museum Family Membership
  • Employee Discounts in the Museum Store, Café, Studio Art Classes, & More!

The Toledo Museum of Art provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Museum is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at jobs@toledomuseum.org or (567)-666-0387.

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