Lab Student Employee (Fine Arts & Humanities)

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Lab Student Employee (Fine Arts & Humanities) Posting Number SE0037 Student Employment Type of Position Lab Academic Year 2026-2027 Actual Salary $15.00 Semester Spring , Summer, Fall Department Fine Arts & Humanities Supervisor Leah Cassella Direct Supervisor Email cassellal@morainevalley.edu Direct Supervisor Phone 708 974-5318 Work Location Main Campus Duties/Skills Organizational Skills, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Good oral and written communication skills, Cleaning and maintenance, Lab preparation, Equipment distribution and maintenance, Hardware/software installation, Ability to assist students with basic lab procedures and equipment use Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to:

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.)
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals' differences.

Days Needed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Times Needed

Various times between 8am and 4pm weekdays

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements

The Art and Music Lab Assistant is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the art and music labs at Moraine Valley Community College. This role involves maintaining a clean and organized lab environment, assisting students, and troubleshooting basic equipment issues.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must have completed an introductory course in art or music at Moraine Valley Community College. Courses from other institutions do not qualify.

For art lab positions, eligible courses include: Ceramics I, Digital Photography, Printmaking I, 2D Design, 3D Design, and Intro to Computer Art.

In order to work in the art or music lab you must have taken the introductory class in that area or have equivalent experience in ART or MUSIC. This is NOT a science lab.

For example, you must have taken Ceramics I in order to work in the Ceramics lab.

• This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Posting Date 07/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants

During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours at Moraine Valley Community College for the fall and/or spring semester?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you currently have an open Code of Conduct case at Moraine Valley Community College?

• Yes

• No

• • If you have attended Moraine Valley for one semester or more, do you have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher?

• Yes

• No

• Which semester are you applying for?

• Fall

• Spring

• Summer

• Do you have a family member that is employed by Moraine Valley Community College?

• Yes

• No

• If you do have a family member employed by MVCC, please state their name and department.

(Open Ended Question)

• Can you provide proof, if hired, that you are eligible to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• Have you ever been employed at MVCC?

• Yes

• No

• If you have been previously hired by MVCC, please list date and position held

(Open Ended Question)

• If you are applying for Summer, are you currently enrolled in 3 or more credit hours during the summer?
• Yes
• No
• Not applying for Summer Semester

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents