Position Details
Position Information
Department School of VPDA (CLA)
Classification Title Temp Skilled Craft
Job Title Temporary Skilled Craft: Costume Shop Assistant
Appointment Type Temporary Staff
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Employment Category Temporary
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 26 hours per week) Temporary Skilled Craft: Costume Shop Assistant position for the College of Liberal Arts at Oregon State University ( OSU ).
The incumbent in this position will be responsible for cutting and constructing costumes for the University Theatre productions. This includes, but is not limited to building, fitting, and repairing costumes. Providing lead work for student employees and lab workers. Supporting costume designer/shop manager in maintaining, organizing, and cleaning the costume shop and costume storage areas. Maintaining machines and equipment, shopping for materials, and doing laundry as necessary.
The College of Liberal Arts is a community that includes and values the voices of all people. As such, we recognize the social barriers that have systematically marginalized and excluded people and communities based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual identity, socioeconomic background, age, disability, national origin and religion. We are committed to the equity of opportunities, and strive to promote and advance diverse communities. We value and proactively seek genuine participation from these historically under-represented and underserved groups, and recognize them as an essential component of creating a welcoming and rich academic, intellectual, and cultural environment for everyone.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
-Top 1.4% university in the world
-More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
-1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
-2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
-7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
-100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
-35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
-217k+ alumni worldwide
-For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
-Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
-Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
-Retirement savings paid by the university.
-A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
-Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
-Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
-Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
75% Costume Construction & Repair
Cut and construct costumes for the University Theatre productions. This includes, but is not limited to, fitting and repairing costumes.
15% Lead Work
Provide lead work for student employees and lab workers who have various identities, cultural backgrounds, and communication styles and expectations.
10% Organization, Support & Other Duties as Assigned
Support costume designer/instructor in maintaining, organizing, and cleaning the costume shop and costume storage areas.
Maintain machines and equipment, shop for materials, and laundry as necessary
What We Require
Varies
What You Will Need
Experience with pattern draping and/or drafting.
Experience with machine and hand-sewing.
Experience sewing with a pattern.
Demonstrated ability to provide excellent service while collaborating with a diverse and broad group of individuals with varying backgrounds, needs, and identities.
What We Would Like You to Have
Experience with custom tailoring and pattern alteration.
Ability to repair/service sewing machines and sergers.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Arranged in coordination with costume designer and theatre area coordinator. Typically, 15 hrs / week during costume build and production periods during the academic year (September 16 - June 15, not including school breaks and finals weeks).
May need to lift, shift or move heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Min Salary $18.57
Max Salary $44.07
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/171833
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P05395CT
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 10/06/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/30/2026
Posting Date 09/03/2025
Full Consideration Date 09/14/2025
Closing Date 03/01/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 09/14/2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE :If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
DeMara Cabrera
Demara.cabrera@oregonstate.edu
541-737-4916
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Supplemental Questions
Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/172314
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
