This recruitment will be used to fill four part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Craft Center Sewing Instructor and Techs for the Craft Center at Oregon State University (OSU).

The OSU Craft Center is a warm & welcoming place that supports and promotes creative endeavors in the arts by providing a dynamic environment, resources and programs in which people can foster their own creativity. The Craft Center provides a space for students to socialize, unwind, think creatively and learn in a noncompetitive environment. It also gives support to other departments by providing programs, space and equipment as needed.

The OSU Craft Center is seeking a knowledgeable and reliable Sewing Tech and Instructor to join our team at the Craft Center. This part-time position (6-10 hours per week) supports students in developing machine and hand sewing skills, maintains a welcoming and inclusive studio environment, and leads orientations each term. The ideal candidate is passionate about sewing, enjoys helping others learn, and can troubleshoot equipment with confidence (or is open to learning). This position is responsible for keeping the studio organized and clean, keeping the studio stocked and ready for student use, and organizing donation materials.

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Resume/Vita

2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position
3. Work Samples – Provide three JPG work samples that illustrate your range of knowledge of sewing

For additional information please contact: Kate Ali at kate.ali@oregonstate.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.