Moore College of Art & Design

Employment Opportunities

Please note: The College adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, handicap or disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other College-administered programs and employment practices. Retaliation is also prohibited.

To read our full compliance statement please click here.

Complete a job-posting application form, available in the Human Resources Department. Your most recent evaluation must reflect your job performance as satisfactory or better.

The Photography and Digital Arts Department at Moore College of Art and Design has an opportunity for an adjunct faculty to teach Web Media on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30-11:20 am for the Spring 2016 semester. The Web Media course is designed to help students synthesize their understanding of motion, time, information and interactivity as effective visual strategies in a web environment. Previous teaching experience and a terminal degree is preferred.

To Apply:

Please submit the following in PDF format to: rgoodman@moore.edu, Robert Goodman, Chair, Photography and Digital Arts

1. CV
2. Brief Cover Letter
3. Two references

CONTINUING EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS

The Continuing Education Department’s Adult Programs focuses on seven professional certificate programs offered in four 10-week sessions with various teaching opportunities that arise throughout the year. We are seeking instructors with undergraduate degrees/graduate, teaching certification and/or equivalent professional experience. Courses take place for 10 weeks beginning January 22, 2019, through April 1, 2019. Please refer to course descriptions below.

To Apply: Interested candidates send your resume and cover letter to ce@moore.edu, phone: 215.965.4030, fax: 215.965.4047

History of Furniture Design Instructor
Fall 2019 | Thursdays from 6:30-9:30 pm
This course takes place for 10 weeks beginning October 1, 2018, through December 6, 2018.

Technical Design Instructor
Winter 2019 | Tuesdays 6:30-9: 30 pm
This course takes place for 10 weeks beginning January 22, 2019, through April 1, 2019. The Technical Design course focuses on elements used in the mass production of clothing. Students work in groups to choose an existing company; study its history, design philosophy, and customer base; and design a collection for a specific season, including spec sheets and technical packages for practical application.

Production Design Instructor
Winter 2019 | Wednesdays 6:30-9: 30 pm
This course takes place for 10 weeks beginning January 22, 2019, through April 1, 2019. This course teaches the students the research and analysis of political, historical and/or social events and their impact in the dress code. Students will also be given the opportunity to create their own line of clothing, which are critiqued by industry professionals. Students will develop design concepts through construction, draping, and pattern drafting. Garments are fitted on standard size models and critiqued by industry professionals. Industrial machinery is used in the translation of designs from 2D to 3D.

YOUTH PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

The Continuing Education Department at Moore College of Art & Design is seeking instructors with undergraduate degrees/graduate, teaching certification and/or equivalent professional experience to teach Fantasy Illustration. Courses take place for 10 weeks beginning February 9, 2019, through April 13, 2019. Please refer to course descriptions below.

To Apply: Interested candidates send your resume and cover letter to ce@moore.edu, phone: 215.965.4030, fax: 215.965.4047

Fantasy Illustration Instructor
Spring 2019 | Grades 6–8
This course focuses on transforming ideas into creative artwork through a variety of exciting illustration projects that include comics-related subjects, science fiction themes and fantasy landscapes. Emphasis is on exercising the imagination, using writing to enhance fanciful scenes, and experimenting with different materials and techniques.

Interior Design Instructor
Spring 2019 | Grades 9–12
This course develops drawing skills to design interior spaces through an overview of space planning and color selection as well as choosing materials, furniture, and lighting.

PART-TIME STAFF POSITIONS

PUBLIC RELATIONS & ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN

POSITION: We are looking for a non-paid intern to work part-time, twice weekly during the Fall semester in the Communications Office.

Responsibilities:

Assist with reporting, writing and proofing of short pieces for the College magazine
Assist with reporting, writing and posting news, feature stories or calendar items to the website
Assist with generating story ideas
Assist with photography at events and in the classroom
Assist in developing and updating public relations resource manuals (media contact list, PR packets) and writing occasional press releases and calendar announcements.
Perform other administrative tasks as necessary, including filing newspaper clippings, researching media contacts, preparing media reports, faxing media releases and reviewing newspapers, magazines and blogs for Moore mentions.

Qualifications:

Must be actively enrolled in or a recent graduate of a university public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, English or other related program
Ability to undertake basic public relations writing assignments, such as press releases, calendar announcements and public service announcements
Understanding of basic media relations skills
Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty and staff
Good judgment
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Knowledge of Photoshop preferred but not required
Knowledge of Meltwater a plus
Good communications and time management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven office

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Mellany Armstrong, Associate Director of Communications, Moore College of Art & Design, 1916 Race Street, Located on the Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103-1179; or email marmstrong@moore.edu.

Education Level: current student or bachelor's degree

CURRENT STAFF POSITIONS

Operations Supervisor/Lead Maintenance Mechanic

STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

Requirements:

Valid driver license, High School or higher graduate, read and write in English, able to use and operate a computer/ laptop, minimum of 5 years supervisory experience, and knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and EMS(Energy Management system) operations.

Responsibilities:

Overseeing of all maintenance staff with maintenance and repairs of all college buildings.
Scheduling, organizing, reviewing and evaluating all work and work orders of maintenance
Staff.
Thorough knowledge of the tools and materials used in the construction trades including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, heating etc .
Knowledge of modern supervisory principles and practices. Ability to plan, assign, supervise
personnel
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions including the ability to read and understand building plans, blueprints, etc.
Ability to create and maintain maintenance records for operations equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with students, faculty, and administrative personnel.
Ensure that proper safety procedures are followed by maintenance staff and outside contractors.
Ensure that lockout/tag out procedures are followed by maintenance staff and contractors.
Provide escorts for any outside contractors or utility companies within the campus.
Assist in scheduling and performing preventive maintenance schedules.
Able to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems with operations staff.
Able to set up and dismantle scaffolding/ladders up to 40 feet.
Able to lift up to 100lbs and use proper lifting/hauling equipment.Able to understand the minor repairs of the Best locks/keyways system.
Able to clean up work areas and return all equipment/tools to maintenance shop at the end of each day.
Able to work all shifts and overtime, including Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.
Able to operate snow blower and shovel snow.
Will be required to wear a clean maintenance uniform daily. All shirt tails are to be tucked in and no hats (other than Moore Logo) are to be worn inside any college buildings.
Must provide own basic hand tools on the first day of work.
No on-site parking is provided or permitted at any time unless approved by the Director.
Able to work in an unsupervised matter.
All vacation requests have the final approval of the Director Of Operations
Able to oversee the Operations Department in the absentness of Director of Operations.
Able to understand the operation and procedures for a Notified Fire Alarm System.
Able to understand and operate a Lenel building security system.
Will be available for college emergencies 24 hours a day, other than when on vacation.
Perform any other required duties given by the Director of Operations.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift 100 lbs

To Apply:
Interested candidates send your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: Moore College of Art and Design; 20th Street and The Parkway; Attn: Director of Human Resources; Philadelphia, PA 19103 fax: 215.568.1773, email: HR@Moore.edu.

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The College adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, handicap or disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other College-administered programs and employment practices. Retaliation is also prohibited.

To read our full compliance statement please visit: http://moore.edu/about-moore/non-discrimination-504-titleix

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