Instructional Lab Supervisor

At Amarillo College, our mission is: ​Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. ​Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Instructional Lab Supervisor who will be all-in on our mission and who will plan, organize and direct the operation of the computer labs and classrooms for the Graphic Design, Photography, and Mass Media departments to ensure labs operate efficiently.

Requirements

EDUCATION

Required: Associate degree in Graphic Design

EXPERIENCE

Required: Two (2) years of operation experience using Apple computers, Mac OS or Adobe Creative Cloud.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer lab computer networks, maintain printers and supplies.
• Perform software updates and manage the department Apple server.
• Ensure computers are prepared for faculty and classes in the computer labs.
• Supervise use of computer by students to ensure proper guidelines are being followed.
• Develop instructional materials for the use of lab hardware and software.
• Partner with IT to resolve computer and software issues.
• Provide tutoring for Graphic Design, Photography, and Mass Media students.
• Track equipment and supply inventories for Creative Arts.
• Support faculty and students with hardware and software questions.
• Respond to email, phone calls, and provide general lab information for internal/external customers.
• Assist with marketing and recruiting efforts for Visual Arts including Success 360, Springboard, Ignite, and new student orientation.
• Assist faculty with installation and removal of gallery shows.
• Tutor students in graphic design, mass media and photography.
• As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Apple desktop computers and Mac OS.
• Knowledge of 2D and 3D animation application.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite with enhanced skills in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, Acrobat, After Effects, Lightroom, Adobe Media Encoder, Adobe XD, and Blender for 2D and 3D.

Notice: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Salary: Amarillo College Pay Grades, Pay grade 7 (salary is determined by Human Resources based on education, work experience and internal comparisons).

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies as needed.

Working Conditions: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays, and varying events if necessary.)

Work Environment: This position operates in a professional office environment, routinely uses standard office equipment (i.e. computers, phones, copy and fax machines, filing cabinets) and is in a high traffic area with continual interruptions. Software commonly used includes Microsoft Office, Colleague, and various other educational applications. Work may also be performed outside of the office and with little to no supervision.

Commitment Statement: Amarillo College is dedicated to building a workforce that embraces a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culturally aware team at every organizational level. Our goal is a faculty and staff that mirrors the distinctiveness of our community and is continually enhancing their skills and knowledge to better serve our entire student population.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Benefits

Amarillo College offers a rich benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages available through ERS. Amarillo College provides (at no cost to the employee) a long-term disability policy. In addition to retirement savings through Teachers Retirement System - TRS (pension plan) or Optional Retirement Plan -ORP (403b), the college offers the AC Benefit Plan - additional 403(b) with a generous matching contribution. Amarillo College Employees and their dependents are eligible for reduced or free tuition for Amarillo College courses. Employees have free access to the fitness center located on the Washington Street Campus. We also offer a generous holiday schedule, Amarillo College - Amarillo College Schedule and Holidays (actx.edu)