Visual & Performing Arts Department Assistant

Howard Community College

Columbia, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Computer Skills, Dance, Digital Art, Diversity, Google Apps, Graphic Design, Help Desk, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Microsoft Office, Music, Organizational Skills, Performing Arts, Process Improvement, Theater
LOCATION
Columbia, MD
POSTED
2 days ago

Position Details

Position Information

About Us

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title Visual & Performing Arts Department Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week 20 Work Schedule Monday - Friday (Fall and Spring semesters) Position Salary Range $17/hr Summary

The Departments of Visual Arts and Performing Arts are seeking individuals with visual or performing arts backgrounds who are interested in learning about the management and operations of academic art studios and theatre, dance, & music practice spaces.

The Departmental Assistant will support and aid the Visual Arts and Performing Arts Departments' students, faculty, and staff through the upkeep of studio spaces, practice rooms, studio maintenance, and facilitate studio and practice room access and scheduling.

One of the primary responsibilities of this position is to operate and monitor the Visual and Performing Arts Help Desk. This may also involve working with and overseeing student employees. Experienced staff members will have the opportunity to implement process improvements.

VAPA Help Desk operates M-F 10-6 throughout the Fall and Spring semester. The Departmental Assistant must be available to work their shifts during these hours.

Essential Role Responsibilities

Specific tasks will be assigned based upon individual studio/program needs but may include but not be limited to:

  • monitor visual and performing arts help desk
  • provide access to studios and practice areas by signing out access keys
  • check out and check in equipment
  • scheduling studio spaces
  • general studio upkeep, piano and prop room upkeep
  • supporting faculty's and departments' special projects
  • creation of basic signage
  • clerical tasks

Minimum Education Required High School or equivalent Experience Required

  • a background and basic knowledge in an area of visual or performing arts.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • General computer skills (MS Office, Google Docs, etc.)
  • Ability to lift 20-25 pounds

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications Physical Demand Summary Division Teaching & Learning Services Department Liberal Studies

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number NB303P Number of Vacancies 1 Best Consideration Date 07/27/2026 Job Open Date 07/06/2026 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? No Applicant Instructions

  • Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5957 EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for HCC on a part-time basis
  • Yes

  • No

    • Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland which include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., & Pennsylvania are eligible for work at HCC. Do you live in the commutable area or are you willing to relocate at your own expense, if offered the position?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a background in Visual or Performing Arts? If so, what areas?
  • Dance

  • Music

  • Theatre

  • Digital Arts / Graphic Design

  • Traditional Arts / Fine Arts

  • Other

  • No experience in Visual or Performing Arts

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  • Other

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