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Academic Records Coordinator

McPherson College welcomes applications for the position of Academic Records Coordinator. This is a full-time, nonexempt or hourly position, which reports to the college’s registrar.  This position is on a 12-month calendar and is eligible for full college benefits.

The Academic Records Coordinator provides support to the Registrar’s Office through:

  1. customer service to include helping students navigate processes; works with faculty regarding course enrollment, rosters and grades; provide first point of contact for visitors,
  2. operations to include administering and providing services related to student academic records and registration, records retention management; updates, interprets student information in databases; responsible for registrar office’s social media and assisting with events and
  3. technology to include data entry with student information system; help troubleshoot learning management system with faculty and students; work directly with third party vendors for textbook adoptions and other duties as assigned by the registrar.

Experience: A helpful personality. Strong computer literacy and data entry skills including proficiency with Microsoft products are required. Skills in database management and experience with student management systems preferred.

Education: An associate’s degree and at least two years of office experience are required.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communications skills are necessary.

To apply please complete the online application below and attach a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references.

Assistant Coach Women’s Volleyball

McPherson College is seeking an assistant coach for women’s volleyball.   This is a part-time (20 hours per week), 12-month, exempt position with college benefits. Campus housing is provided. This position reports directly to the Head Volleyball Coach.

The primary responsibility will be to assist the head coach with a focus on student/athlete instruction on athletic performance, physical health, and sport team concepts specific to the sport of volleyball.   This position provides the support necessary for student athletes to be successful in their athletic and academic endeavors.  The instructional duties would include, but are not limited to, the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes, the monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and representing McPherson College, its mission, and the Athletic department’s program and goals in a positive manner.  The Head Volleyball Coach may assign other duties.

Bachelor’s degree required.

Coaching experience at the college level is preferred for the successful applicant.

A valid driver’s license is required.

The ability to travel to off-campus events and the ability to work evening and weekends are expectations of this position.

Please complete the online application below and include a cover letter, resume and three professional references.

No phone calls.

Director of Student Wellbeing

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Director of Student Wellbeing.

The individual in this role acts as a primary administrator of the Student Affairs program and staff related to student mental health and wellness and reports to the Dean of Students.   The Director will plan, organize, and direct programs, operations, and activities addressing the mental health needs of students; including prevention programming, health education, and health and safety risk management; the screening, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of health conditions; coordinate and direct communications, services, resources, and information to meet student health needs and supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

This is a 12-month, full-time exempt position with some evening and/or weekend hours.  This position serves as an afterhour’s consultant for student crises.   Additionally, this position is eligible for full college benefits including a generous retirement benefit and a full college tuition benefit after only two years of employment.   This position will supervise student employees.

The ideal candidate will exercise a high level of discretion and judgment in the day-to-day operation, embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and possesses strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:
Master’s degree in counseling, social work or a related field or equivalent certification is required.  Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and institutional technology such as Jenzabar CX, Adirondack, Formstack and Canva is preferred.

Compensation:
Salary based on qualifications.

Application Instructions:
Please complete the online application below cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three professional references required.

Director of Housing and Residence Life

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the live-in or live-on campus position of Director of Housing and Residence Life.

The Director of Housing and Residence Life acts as a primary administrator of the residence life program. In this live-in or live-on position, the Director of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for developing and implementing a rich and positive residential experience. Reporting to the Dean of Students, this position oversees Resident Directors and Resident Assistants, residential programming and functions, housing operations, and residential conduct.

This is a 12-month, full-time exempt position with some evening and/or weekend hours. This is a live-in or live-on position (or successful applicant could live within close proximity to the college campus).  In addition to salary, compensation may include a two-bedroom apartment or duplex, utilities, and meal plan.  This position is eligible for full college benefits including a generous retirement benefit.  Finally, this position participates in an on-call rotation.

The ideal candidate will exercise a high level of discretion and judgment in the day-to-day operation, embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and possesses strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:
Education:  Bachelor’s degree in student services, education, counseling, or closely related field required; Masters preferred
Experience:  2-3 years’ experience in student services/residential life preferred

Compensation:
Salary based on qualifications.

Application Instructions:
Please complete the online application below with a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three professional references required.

Property Manager

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Property Manager. This is a full-time, 12-month, college benefits eligible, exempt position that reports to the Executive Director of Operations. College benefits include full tuition remission after 2 years of employment and an exceptional retirement benefit after 1 year of employment.

The Property Manager is responsible for managing the maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning of all assigned properties and spaces, as well as controlling the availability of the assigned properties and spaces.  The Property Manager will work closely with the facilities management department and the office of student affairs to ensure the maximum bed count is available for students, faculty, and staff.  The responsibilities of this position could vary significantly from day to day and week to week and could include – property management of college-owned residential properties, inventory and control of rooms for student use, hotel liaison and other duties and projects as assigned by the Executive Director of Operations.

Experience:  Three years’ experience with residential rental housing management or related field required, including rent collection and relevant record keeping, and maintenance of accurate client files.

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in business administration, management, real estate, hospitality.  In lieu of degree, 5 or more years of relevant experience may suffice.

Primary Skills:  Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communications skills are necessary as well as problem solving and leadership capacity. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills are essential for success. The ability to interact at all levels with campus and system-wide officials is mandatory.

Other Skills: Microsoft Office products including Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.  Must be able to read architectural drawings.

The ability to do physical tasks that exert moderate physical effort (50 to 75 lbs.)

Please complete the online application below; attach a cover letter, resume and the names, and contact information for three professional references.

Position is open until filled.

 

Financial Aid Specialist

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Financial Aid Specialist.   This is a temporary position with no college benefits through June 30, 2024.

The Financial Aid Specialist is responsible the accurate and timely creation and management of student records and support the college’s student recruitment efforts. This position provides financial administrative support to the Financial Aid office by performing office and clerical duties such as processing grants, loans and work study programs, composing correspondence, maintaining the financial aid filing system and entering detailed data into several financial aid databases. This position will also work to provide financial data reporting as directed by the financial aid director.  Additionally, this position will also support our Admissions office by participating in student recruitment day and maintaining admissions records.  Other duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid.

Minimal qualifications include proficiency with Microsoft Office products and Outlook email. In addition, the successful candidate will be courteous and professional with their customer service skills and will have exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Additionally the ability to navigate institutional technology is expected.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics.

One year’s experience in a financial office or department is required.

Proficiency in word-processing data entry such as 10-key and typing required such as excel spreadsheets and other Microsoft Office software and any other Financial Aid software such as Jenzabar and Slate.

Alternative work schedule may include an occasional evenings or weekends.

Please complete the online application below and attach a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Position is open until filled.

Assistant Football Coach

McPherson College welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach.  This is a 12-month, exempt, full-time position and is eligible for college benefits.  This position reports to the Head Football Coach. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing, implementing, and teaching the defensive and/or offensive strategies and techniques for the football program. The position is expected to recruit, manage, and coach collegiate student athletes.  The position will have various other tasks and duties within the program as assigned by the Head Football Coach. The successful applicant must follow eligibility rules and procedures as set forth by McPherson College, the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC), and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

Education:  A baccalaureate degree is required.

Experience:  Two to three years’ experience with coaching football, preferably at the collegiate level.

Interpersonal Skills:  Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communications skills are required.  Must have the ability to connect with and work well alongside the coaching staff, various members of the athletics department and campus, and student athletes.  Must be able to lead and manage all aspects of a player position group.  Must be able to help student athletes grow and develop academically, athletically, and socially.  Must be willing and able to manage and recruit an area of assigned high schools, preparatory schools, and community colleges.

Other Skills: Must be able to use Outlook, Google Drive/sheets, hudl, Word, and Excel. Graphic design skills are a plus. Must have a functioning cell phone.

Physical Skills: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in light to moderate work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10-25 pounds).  Tasks involve demonstrating competitive football techniques and plays, requiring standing, moving, bending and jumping.

Flexibility to travel is a requirement of this position.  A valid driver’s license is a requirement of the position.

To apply please complete the online application below and include a cover letter, resume and names of three professional references.

No phone calls.

Assistant Athletic Trainer

McPherson College welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer.  This is a 10-month, full-time, exempt position for the College. This position is eligible for college benefits, which include robust retirement and generous tuition remission benefits.

The ideal candidate will assist in the instruction, supervision, planning, and coordination of the assessment and treatment of injuries for all student-athletes of McPherson College.   The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing proper medical coverage as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer. Coverage can, but may not be limited to, home events, away events and other camps or practices.

This ideal candidate will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with insurance claims processing and proper medical documentation through maintaining quality medical records on McPherson College student-athletes. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will assist in supervision of athletic training work-study students, as well as the maintenance of inventory through regular inventory checkups. There may also be an opportunity to assist the team Orthopedic in their facility with intake, evaluation and care of patients.

The candidate will perform other duties as requested by the Head Athletic Trainer or Director of Athletics.

Travel is an expectation of this position and some evening or weekend hours may be required.

Requirements:

  • Certifications: NATABOC certified, Kansas licensure or eligible, Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
  • Experience: Prefer experience as an assistant athletic trainer or previous experience in the profession.
  • Education: A Bachelor’s Degree is required.
  • Interpersonal Skills:  Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communications skills are necessary. The ability to multi-task and possess good organizational skills are required.
  • Other Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office products is required. Proficiency with Vivature software preferred.

 

Application Procedure:

Please complete the online application below and include your cover letter, resume and one professional reference letter.

Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor

McPherson College is seeking a full-time Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor.  This position is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position.  This position reports to the Associate VP of Enrollment and is eligible for college benefits.

The Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for extensive contact with prospective students and their families. The position will be expected to manage a pool of prospects for multiple recruiting years as well as contribute to and be responsible for the successful achievement of the overall goals established for the admissions office as well as individual recruitment goals. Duties also include special programs, recruiting events and presentations.

Bachelor’s degree required; 1-2 years experience in a small college setting preferred. Ideal candidate will be skilled at communicating with a diverse range of individuals, energetic in reaching out to prospective students and determined to set and achieve high recruiting goals. Accuracy, organization and attention to detail will be essential.

Travel is required. Additional evening hours once or twice a week with occasional weekend hours.

Please complete the online application below with a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references.

Van Drivers

McPherson College is seeking van drivers to drive 15-passenger vans. These positions are temporary, nonexempt or hourly positions with no expectation of college benefits. These positions report directly the Athletic Department.

Responsibilities will include: operating a passenger bus and transporting McPherson College students and authorized personnel safely and efficiently over specified routes to and from various activities. Position conducts pre-trip inspections; observes safety regulations and policies; enforces discipline on the bus; and performs related work.

This position will require flexible hours, possibly on call, and at a minimum a valid driver’s license, over the age of 21 due to college insurance.  Must be able to pass a background check and take the college’s driving test.

Please complete the on-line application below to include a resume and the name of one professional reference.