Item 8.D-November 8, 2013
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable):
Position #(s):
Current Title:
Current Range:
(JCC: )
Department: Art Department
College/Division: College of Liberal Arts
Account #(s): 0000-000-0000
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
(X) New position: Proposed Range: 2
Proposed Title: Manager, Black Rock Press
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
Range:
JCC (Current
or new HR
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature Peter Goin, Chair, Art
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Date
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Director/Chair/Dean
Heather Hardy, Dean, College of Liberal Arts
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Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Stacy Burton, Vice Provost, Faculty Affairs Date
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
67474 Range:
2
Pos #(s):
JCC:
EEO: 3D
Eff: 11/1/2013
Approved Title: Manager, Black Rock Press
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Date
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Rev: 10/1/2012
Position Description – Manager, Black Rock Press
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Manager of the Black Rock Press (BRP) is located in the Department of Art with teaching,
research, and service responsibilities. The Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation and
administration of the BRP which includes teaching book arts courses, working with independent
study students and interns, coordinating the Press's publishing program, producing printed books
and other materials, and other activities as required. The position reports to the Chair,
Department of Art.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
40% - Black Rock Press Management
 Direct the activities of the BRP publishing program to include design, production, sales, and
marketing of trade books; website design and maintenance; development activities and public
relations
 Participate in long-range planning and decisions regarding the curriculum, mission, and
direction of the Press
 Participate on departmental, school, college and University-wide committees
 Participate in the activities of the College Book Art Association
 Work with the Director of the Sheppard Gallery to coordinate exhibition opportunities
35% - Teaching
 Teach all aspects of a book arts curriculum including design, letterpress printing,
typography, book structures, and papermaking
 Lecture on the history of printing, typography, design, printing and book history and
contemporary fine printing using materials from the library’s Special Collections Department
 Teach four sections of Art 414 per year
 Teach individual study, studio internship
 Coordinate publishing internship program with English Department
 Work with BA/BFA undergraduates and MFA candidates
 Coordinate curriculum development in consultation with the faculty of the Department of Art,
including the creation of new courses and the further integration of Book Arts courses into
the Departmental degree programs
25% - Design and Production
 Design and production of limited edition books and broadsides
 Design and production of trade editions published by the BRP
 Creation of artist’s books using innovative, contemporary and traditional presentation and
materials
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3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Manager reports to the Director of graphic arts. The Manager has full freedom to take action and
make decisions regarding all aspects of the daily operations of the BRP. The BRP Advisory Board
functions as a support mechanism to assist the Director of the press. The BRP explores all aspects of
traditional and experimental book arts in collaboration with all areas of the Department of Art,
including Printmaking, Photography and Digital Media. The BRP is poised to become a crucial area of
creative exploration and integration of various media. The position consults with the Director and
gains approval of publication final product and on curriculum changes for courses taught.
Impact:
The resulting work performed by the Manager of the BRP will have a positive impact on the research,
education and outreach goals of the Department of Art, School of the Arts, College of Liberal Arts and
the University of Nevada, Reno as a whole. The impact of the BRP as an outreach mechanism is
outstanding. Publications by the BRP have a reputation for quality and innovation in the realm of fine
arts publishing land contemporary literature. This reputation will serve to encourage the growing
consideration of the University as a leader in the field of visual arts practice.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Theory and practice of contemporary bookmaking, artists’ books and related fields
 History of printing and contemporary book creation
 Theory and practice of contemporary design
 Book design and production
 Procedure and practice in the field of literary publishing
Skills:
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Teaching all aspects of contemporary and traditional book creation
Excellent or strong verbal and written communication
All aspects of traditional letterpress printing
Analytical and problem solving skills
Creation of historical and contemporary book structures
Artistic in the techniques and practices of artist's book design and production.
Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email) and use of
desktop publishing software, digital printing processes, and other areas of graphic design
Supervisory skills, including an ability to teach and mentor staff and students
Ability to:
 Manage all aspects of the operations of the unit, including supervision of student workers
and interns, fund raising, accounting, inventory and ordering of supplies and materials
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Work with diverse populations and be sensitive to gender, disabilities, and cultural and ethnic
diversity issues
Be creative and innovative in the field of fine arts book and print production
Communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
Art Department Classified staff
Faculty - Dept. of Art and
Sheppard Gallery Director
Students, Student Interns in
English and Art, Fellows
University Faculty
Reason for Contact
To discuss and coordinate BRP operations and activities
To coordinate BRP activities; to manage activities and outreach
and keep appraised of press activities
To teach all aspects of book arts curriculum and to coordinate and
teach BRP publishing
To coordinate presentations and conduct orientations
External
Reason for Contact
To coordinate BRP publishing and facilitate production of limited
edition and trade publications; to negotiate contractual,
fundraising, design and marketing of professional materials
produced by the BRP
To conduct orientations, tours, and exhibitions
To coordinate BRP duties and activities
Professional Artists, Writers,
Poets
General public
Volunteers
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Master of Fine Arts Degree from a regionally accredited institution with emphasis or
major in book arts, fine art printmaking or a graphic and visual arts related field
b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Master’s Degree and one year of experience teaching book arts at the college or
university level; proven record as a book artist
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None