Schedule Information: Monday - Friday with varying hours based on student and department needs.  Some evening hours will be required.

Hours Per Week: Up to 29 hours

Benefits: Prorated Sick & Vacation; Holiday Pay; 2 Harper Tuition Waivers per semester.  

Duties of Position: Responsible for upkeep and organization of the facilities and instructional supplies of the Fashion Design and Merchandising Department, including the preparation, distribution, storage, inventory and requisition of departmental supplies and materials. Assists department coordinator and works with faculty and students in an instructional setting.

Assists faculty and students with the development and implementation of the departmental fashion shows.

Assists with High School dual credit projects and "Harper Challenge".

Provides light cleaning and adjustments of equipment and machinery.  Coordinates with outside contractor for repair and major maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Maintains inventory of departmental machinery, equipment, and supplies.

Ensures the maintenance of the laboratories and storage areas by inventorying, ordering, unpacking, and storing of supplies and equipment.

Develops, implements, and maintains a plan for control, review, and monitoring of all safety aspects with respect to lab instruction.

Provides assistance to instructors with lab preparation and student projects.

Attends professional meetings and conferences.

Performs related duties as assigned by the department coordinator.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Work is primarily within the department.  A major portion of the work is physical.  Must be able to lift and transport a minimum of 40 lbs.  Must have the ability to handle stress and long hours during shows.  Evening work required.

Educational Requirements: Certificate in fashion design required.  Associates degree in fashion design preferred. 

Experience Requirements: Working knowledge and demonstrated skills in using industrial sewing equipment.  Strong organizational skills.  At least 5 years work experience in fashion design.

Application Review Date: Applications are accepted until the position is filled though priority will be given to applications received on or before: March 30, 2023.

Required Documents:  ***A resume and cover letter are required to complete the application process***

* Official transcripts required upon hire 

* Employment is contingent upon Criminal Background Check.

* Employment sponsorship is not available.

About Harper College

Harper College is a comprehensive community college dedicated to providing excellent education at an affordable cost, promoting personal growth, enriching the local community and meeting the challenges of a global society. The specific purposes of the College are: To provide the first two years of baccalaureate education in the liberal and fine arts, the natural and social sciences and pre-professional curricula designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities; To provide educational opportunities that enable students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to enter a specific career; To provide continuing educational opportunities for professional job training, retraining and upgrading of skills and for personal enrichment and wellness; To provide developmental instruction for under-prepared students and educational opportunities for those who wish to improve their academic abilities and skills; To provide co-curricular opportunities that enhance the learning environment and develop the whole person. Essential to achieving these purposes are all of the College's resources, support programs and services.

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