The Toledo Museum of Art in Toledo, Ohio, is seeking an assistant manager who will work with the Glass Studio manager in the daily operations of the multi-use, state-of-the-art facility that is a major site for the museum's programming, education, and special events. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading the technical staff in maintaining studio operations, which include hot glass, flame working, kiln forming and stained glass studios as well as a mold-making and cold-working shop. "The position will be lead on all maintenance related activity and assist in planning long-term projects taking place in the Glass Studio," reads the official job announcement.
The list of responsibilities is extensive and includes the following:
- Manage the technical and logistical operations of the Glass Studios, including supervising the maintenance of studio tools and machinery, overseeing the fabrication shop, and maintaining adequate supply levels.
- Along with the Studio Manager, ensuring studios are opened and closed according to operational needs.
- Ensure that safety measures are in place and followed by those utilizing the facility, including training of new staff in appropriate safety procedures.
- Responsibility for daily upkeep, basic maintenance, general tidiness and orderliness of the glass studio facilities, equipment and tools.
- Maintain equipment inventory and work with Studio Manager to facilitate any needed maintenance or repairs.
- Ensures implementation of Museum events and activities held in the studio.
- Assist with implementation of the Guest Artist Pavilion Project (G.A.P.P.) artist-in-residency program.
Applicants for the position should hold a Bachelor’s degree and have a minimum of two years working in a glass studio performing similar duties. A minimum of one year experience managing a glass or art studio, as well as basic mechanical knowledge of glass studio machinery, tools, electrical and plumbing systems is desired, as is experience with glass demonstrations, or at minimum experience working with glass in an educational or practical glass studio environment.
The successful applicant must have basic knowledge of typical glass-making processes and practices as well as a general interest in and understanding of the history, science, art, and practices of glassmaking.
Other qualities include good decision-making, a customer focus, being adaptable, and a good communicator.
To apply for this position, please email resume and/or application to jobs@toledomuseum.org