Temporary Part-Time Weaving Classroom Assistant, Textile/Surface Design

Company Description:

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites applications for a Temporary Part-Time Weaving Classroom Assistant.

Job Description:

The Textile/Surface Design Department, in the School of Art and Design, seeks a detail-oriented Weaving Classroom Assistant to join our team. This position provides support to our students under the supervision of the course instructor, ensuring a smooth learning experience in the weaving studios. Duties include but are not limited to the following: working with individuals and groups of students as they practice required textile skills; assisting students with troubleshooting, loom set up, and weaving of projects; fixing and maintaining all looms; organizing and maintaining studios; consult and communicate with instructor on loom maintenance and student progress; maintaining/creating records pertaining to weaving studios and developing loom time sign-up calendar. The Classroom Assistant will participate and offer recommendations in team and department meetings as needed.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Prepare classrooms and looms for scheduled weaving classes. 
• Assist teaching staff with demonstration lessons and practical knowledge 
• Provide one-on-one guidance to students on weaving techniques, loom operation, troubleshooting, and technical construction help for projects. 
• Analyze problems, make suggestions, and resolve, working in consultation with the instructor. 
• Provide one-on-one guidance to students on woven structures introduced in class. 
• Maintain and organize studios, weaving supplies, yarns, and equipment. 
• Assist students during open studios and with senior projects. 
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair looms and weaving equipment. 
• Organize, create, and maintain loom weaving sign up times and studio schedules. 
• Create written documents for student instructions and troubleshooting guides for various equipment, including photos.
• Assess yarn inventory and make suggestions for color and style; communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes.
• Communicate with suppliers to manage maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Display student work in showcases and/or assist with organizing and hanging shows to display student work.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Design, Textile Development, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of business experience, including at least one year of hand weaving experience either professionally for fabrication or as personal fiber arts work. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Expertise in set-up, operation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of handlooms and computer-interfaced dobby looms.
• Working knowledge and experience with varied loom types including table looms and floor looms. Additional experience with AVL compu-dobby looms is preferred. 
• Strong understanding of 8 harness weaving structures.
• Experience with complex dobby structures and looms up to 24 harnesses is preferred. 
• Assist students independently with loom preparation, troubleshooting, and technical help for projects.
• Analyze problems and recommend solutions. 
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. 
• Strong organizational skills, ability to maintain accurate records and a neat and orderly weaving studio.
• Familiarity with textile terminology and materials. 
• Proficiency in computer-aided design software for woven textiles such as Pointcarre or equivalent professional software preferred. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Google Docs, spreadsheets, google calendar preferred.
• Ability to constantly sit, stand, bend, frequently walk and lift 10lbs or less; occasionally move looms with assistance.  

Additional Information:

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled. Successful completion of a background check is required for appointment to this position once an offer has been made.

Salary 

Salary Range: $52.59 - $56.36 per hour; commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. Hiring Rate: $52.59 per hour with step increments per Salary Schedule 85.

Bargaining Unit Title 
Classroom Assistant

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: M-F, 22 hours per week; in-person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Visa Sponsorship 

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, titleix@fitnyc.edu.   

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements

This position will be required to frequently read and comprehend, frequently perform calculations, constantly verbally communicate, frequently analyze, and constantly write. The working conditions for this position will be any combination of the classroom, lab, and/or office space. Certain roles may be required to handle machinery and chemicals. 

Application Instructions:

In order to considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcript 
• A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application materials.

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.edu.

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