{"id":42103,"date":"2025-11-17T08:32:41","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T12:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ceramicsnow.org\/?p=42103"},"modified":"2025-11-17T08:44:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T12:44:46","slug":"the-flint-institute-of-arts-is-hiring-an-art-school-ceramics-programs-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ceramicsnow.org\/news\/the-flint-institute-of-arts-is-hiring-an-art-school-ceramics-programs-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"The Flint Institute of Arts is hiring an Art School Ceramics Programs Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Art School Ceramics Programs Manager at Flint Institute of Arts<\/a>, Flint, MI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Posted on November 17, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Job Title: Art School Ceramics Programs Manager
Location: Flint, MI
Department: Art School
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Reports to: Director of Art School
Remote Work Eligibility: Partial<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the FIA:
<\/strong>The Flint Institute of Arts is the second largest art museum in Michigan and one of the largest museum-connected community art schools in the United States. Each year, the FIA Art School offers more than 400 non-credit classes serving more than 2,200 students of all ages and skill levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The FIA\u2019s ceramics facilities include two large, fully equipped teaching studios, a glaze lab, two gas reduction kilns, eight electric kilns, and raku firing. It is staffed by four part-time teaching artists who provide instruction as well as technical support including the handling and firing of more than 20 tons of clay each year. The ceramics staff also have opportunities to collaborate with FIA staff in other disciplines including glass, welding, painting\/drawing, and more.
Position Summary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In collaboration with the Art School Director, this new position will be responsible for oversight of ceramic facilities and supplies, course and workshop instruction, curriculum development, instructor\/technician management, program efficiency, and the development of a long-term educational vision for the department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
<\/strong>\u25cf Equipment maintenance and improvement
\u25cf Ceramic facilities upkeep and organization
\u25cf Oversight of firing process
\u25cf Studio demonstrations and outreach
\u25cf Instructor\/technician training and mentoring
\u25cf Course planning, research, and instruction
\u25cf Firing and organization of student work
\u25cf Recruitment of students and supporters
\u25cf Development of new programs and cross-departmental collaboration
\u25cf Other duties as assigned<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Qualifications\/Skills Required:
<\/strong>\u25cf Ability to lead and develop a diverse staff of educators, artists, and technicians
\u25cf Strong interpersonal\/customer service skills
\u25cf Effective written and verbal communication skills
\u25cf Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
\u25cf Demonstrated technical expertise in ceramics processes, firing, glazing, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education and\/or Experience:
<\/strong>\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree with an emphasis on ceramics
\u2022 Two years post-college experience in professional or academic ceramics studio
\u2022 Two years teaching experience in higher education, community programs, private studios, and\/or K-12.
\u2022 Managerial experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disclaimer
<\/strong>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply To<\/strong>: dentrekin@flintarts.org OR mail resume, cover letter, and references to:
Donovan Entrekin, Director of the Art School
Flint Institute of Arts
1120 East Kearsley St.
Flint, MI 48503
No phone calls please.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Flint Institute of Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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