McPherson College invites applications for the position of Assistant Track & Field and Head Cross Country Coach. The successful candidate will lead and manage the men’s and women’s cross country and assist in the distance track & field running programs in alignment with the college’s mission, the athletic department’s goals, and NAIA and KCAC regulations. Reporting directly to the Director of Track and Field and Cross Country, the Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of coaching, recruiting, scheduling, and fostering a culture of academic and athletic excellence within the Cross Country program.

The Assistant Track & Field and Head Cross Country Coach will lead, organize, and oversee all aspects of the men’s and women’s cross-country programs. This includes developing comprehensive training plans, practice schedules, and race strategies designed to enhance both team and individual performance. The coach will be responsible for recruiting and retaining student-athletes who align with McPherson College’s academic standards and values, while also promoting their academic success, personal growth, and overall well-being. In close collaboration with the Director of Track and Field and Cross Country, the coach will coordinate the development of cross country and distance track athletes.

Additionally, the coach will manage the Cross-Country programs travel arrangements, equipment, and inventory in compliance with college policies. Ensuring full adherence to NAIA, KCAC, and institutional rules and regulations is a critical responsibility. The coach is expected to foster a team culture grounded in sportsmanship, integrity, and community engagement. Working with the Director and the college’s Athletic training staff , the coach will optimize athlete performance and health. The position also involves contributing to fundraising efforts, alumni engagement, and promotional activities to support the visibility and sustainability of the program. Maintaining current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and NAIA compliance training is required.

Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have demonstrated experience in coaching cross country at the collegiate, high school, or club level. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with an understanding of the role athletics plays in a small college setting.

Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in a related field, collegiate-level coaching and recruiting experience, and familiarity with NAIA rules and regulations. Experience coaching distance events in track and field is also considered a plus.

McPherson College is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage candidates who share these values to apply. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a growing program and supportive campus community, we welcome your application.

Please include with your application Resume, Cover Letter, and Reference.

Position will be open until filled.

McPherson College invites applications for the position of Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. We are seeking a dynamic, energetic, and highly motivated individual who is passionate about the game of basketball and dedicated to the success of student-athletes both on and off the court. This full-time position plays a vital role in the overall development and competitiveness of our women’s basketball program and is heavily involved in all operational facets, with a strong emphasis on recruiting, player evaluation, compliance, and logistics.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, recruiting, and evaluating prospective student-athletes who align with the mission and values of McPherson College. Building and maintaining strong relationships with high school, AAU, and junior college coaches is essential, as is coordinating on-campus visits and managing ongoing recruiting communications. In addition, the assistant coach will contribute to practice planning, individual skill development, and video analysis, while also serving as a mentor and support system for student-athletes throughout their academic and athletic careers.

Operational responsibilities include organizing team travel, managing equipment and practice scheduling, and assisting with daily team logistics and communications. Compliance is also a major component of this role, requiring a thorough understanding of NAIA, KCAC, and institutional policies to ensure all program activities align with governing rules and regulations. Monitoring academic standing, eligibility, and conduct expectations is also part of this responsibility.

Additional duties include supporting the program’s fundraising efforts, assisting with alumni and community engagement, and contributing to summer camps, clinics, and campus events. The assistant coach will also perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or the Athletic Department.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred), at least one year of collegiate coaching or playing experience, a strong knowledge of basketball systems and NAIA recruiting landscapes, and excellent communication and organizational skills. The candidate must also be willing to travel and work evenings and weekends. Preferred qualifications include experience with film and scouting platforms such as Hudl or Synergy, demonstrated success in talent evaluation, and a commitment to the holistic development of student-athletes.

McPherson College is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage candidates who share these values to apply. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a growing program and supportive campus community, we welcome your application.

Please include with your application Resume, Cover Letter, and Reference.

Position will be open until filled.

Are you passionate about helping students find their perfect college fit? Do you want to join a vibrant, nationally recognized institution where your work truly makes a difference? McPherson College is seeking a dynamic and student-centered professional to serve as our next Admissions Counselor & Marketing Liaison. Join a college honored as a “Great College to Work For” for 10 consecutive years—and become part of a supportive, forward-thinking community.

This full-time, 12-month, exempt position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment & Student Success and full college benefits including a substantial retirement benefit after one year of employment as well as a full tuition remission after two years of employment. McPherson College is a nationally recognized institution as a great college to work at for 8 consecutive years.

As the Admissions Counselor & Marketing Liaison, you will be a vital member of the admissions team, building relationships with prospective students and their families throughout their college search journey. You’ll manage a recruitment portfolio of high school juniors and seniors across multiple recruiting cycles and play a key role in achieving both personal and team enrollment goals.

In addition to student recruitment, you will contribute to the development of marketing content designed to engage prospective students across a variety of channels. You’ll use the Slate CRM platform to build, execute, and track personalized communication plans that help students feel connected and informed every step of the way.

The ideal candidate will bring energy, creativity, and a strong commitment to student success. A bachelor’s degree is required. Prior experience in admissions or marketing at a small, private college or university—or recent graduation from a similar institution—is preferred.

Work Schedule:
The standard work hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional evening hours one or two nights per week and occasional weekend hours.

Application Process:
Ready to help students discover their future? Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Position open until filled.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives while advancing your career at a nationally recognized institution? McPherson College is seeking a strategic and innovative leader for the position of Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Operations. Join a college honored as a “Great College to Work For” for 10 consecutive years—and be part of a community that values growth, collaboration, and excellence.

This full-time, 12-month, exempt position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment & Student Success and full college benefits including a substantial retirement benefit after one year of employment as well as a full tuition remission after two years of employment. McPherson College is a nationally recognized institution as a great college to work at for 8 consecutive years

As the Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Operations, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the college’s enrollment and retention goals by overseeing key operational processes across both admissions and financial aid. You’ll exercise a high level of discretion, strategic thinking, and independent judgment in managing systems, supervising staff, and ensuring vital compliance efforts that drive student success.

You will lead as the Slate CRM captain for admissions, designing and maintaining communication workflows, ensuring data integrity, and supporting robust recruitment reporting. In addition, you will supervise the admissions team, providing training, coaching, and daily leadership to achieve both individual and team goals.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role—you’ll work closely with the financial aid office to oversee packaging for returning students and assist with compliance initiatives, ensuring a seamless student experience from inquiry to enrollment and beyond.

A bachelor’s degree is required. Experience in enrollment operations, admissions, financial aid, or related fields is strongly preferred.

Work Schedule:
The standard work hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening or weekend hours to support enrollment initiatives.

Application Process:
Ready to join our team? Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Position open until filled.

McPherson College seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and experienced individual to lead its Athletic Communication department.

The Director of Athletic Communications (DAC) is responsible for leading and maintaining a comprehensive athletics communications program for McPherson College. This includes managing the MACBulldogs.com Athletics website with up-to-date information on sports, competition results, and profiles of student-athletes, coaches, and staff. The DAC works in collaboration with campus Communications staff to ensure the website and content align with institutional design and quality standards.

The DAC oversees all athletic department social media accounts, creating engaging content such as videos and interviews featuring student-athletes and coaches. They are also responsible for game day operations related to communications, including livestreaming, program development, scorer’s table management, and the timely posting of game statistics and outcomes. Additionally, they compile and report statistics to the conference and NAIA and may occasionally serve as a game manager when needed.

A key responsibility of the DAC is to manage student-athlete nominations for weekly and annual awards at the conference, regional, and national levels. The role includes supervising a part-time assistant, student interns, and game day staff, while building a diverse and inclusive Sports Information team. The DAC also serves as the main liaison with media outlets and hosts media representatives during postseason tournaments.

Collaboration is central to the role, particularly with Communications and Marketing staff, to elevate the visibility of Bulldog Athletics and support the college’s mission, branding, and outreach goals. The DAC coordinates major news releases related to the athletic department and contributes to student learning through internships, and employment. Finally, the DAC maintains permanent records of athletic achievements, oversees sports information technology, and manages the departmental budget.

Knowledge and Skills

Experience: 4+ years’ experience in intercollegiate athletics and/or media related field.

Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

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

Other Skills: Organizational and multi-tasking skills are required.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Creative Suite, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, PrestoStats, and Stat Crew.

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

No phone calls.

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Director of Engagement & Belonging. Work for a college that has the distinction of being nationally recognized for 10 consecutive years as a “Great College To Work For!”

This is a full time, 12-month exempt position eligible for the college’s full employee benefits plan and is eligible for the college’s full benefit program. The position will report to the Associate Dean of Students

The Director of Engagement & Belonging is responsible for developing and implementing a robust student life experience under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Students. This position provides guidance and supervision to student organizations and student leaders. A strong emphasis placed on student leadership development and mentorship. Additionally, this role is responsible for planning and executing student activities across campus, including evening and weekend events. The goal of the position is to foster an inclusive and welcoming campus environment for a diverse student body.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Student Affairs or related field, with an excellent understanding of student development theory and current trends and best practices in Student Affairs, including but not limited to student success, co-curricular programs and assessment, and student care and advocacy.

The work schedule may include an occasional evenings or weekends.

Founded in 1887, McPherson College is the most diverse college campus in the state of Kansas, offering 21 majors with over 40 emphases and 10 pre-professional programs. Located in McPherson, about one hour north of Wichita—the largest city in the state—McPherson is an economically vibrant community in close proximity to two major interstates. Our home-grown Student Debt Project, which enables students to graduate with little to no debt, has helped McPherson graduates lower their college debt to half the national average. McPherson College holds the distinction of being only school in the U.S. to offer a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Restoration Technology.

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.

Want to join a close-knit office setting for a college with a future of tremendous possibility? Do you like to work behind-the-scenes, focusing on the details of an operation while also recognizing the generosity of others? If yes, then now is an opportune time to join one of the most productive and impactful higher education Advancement Offices in the state of Kansas.

The advancement team at McPherson College preserves the legacy and builds the future of McPherson College through alumni and constituent engagement, events, and highly personalized fundraising.

Overseeing the area of advancement services, the Advancement Services Coordinator ensures an efficient and productive operation. Primary responsibilities of the position are charitable gift processing & reporting, data integrity, and donor relations.

About 60% of the job involves record keeping for charitable gifts, processing those gifts, and preparing regular reports on charitable giving. 30% of the role is managing the Jenzabar Advancement constituent relationship management (CRM) database. This role creates, maintains, and follows the processes and procedures developed for advancement services. The final 10% is donor relations activities, including recognition events and other efforts to show appreciation to supporters of McPherson College.

Ideal characteristics that the new hire will possess are consistency, accuracy, attention to detail, and thoroughness.

This is a full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position which is eligible for all college benefits, including an industry-leading 10% employer match to the employee’s retirement plan. Tuition reimbursement and annual compensation increases are also available for this position.

Experience and proficiency working with the Jenzabar Advancement CRM or comparable CRM system is highly desired. So is prior experience with high volume transaction processing. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills necessary. Expert user in Microsoft Office and Teams, Adobe, and Smartsheet. A bachelor’s degree is required.

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.

McPherson College welcomes application materials for the position of Custodian.

A custodian is a full-time, benefits eligible staff member of the Facilities Management department.  This is a non-exempt or hourly position.

As a staff member, a Custodian is expected to work toward the objectives of the Facilities Management department.  Daily tasks may include: Cleaning college dorms and buildings to include chalkboards and windows, replenishing paper supplies, emptying trash and deep cleaning projects.   A Custodian must be able to work in a team environment, display excellent customer service skills at all times and complete duties within deadlines.

A custodian will be expected to work 40 hours per week – 7am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.   Additional day, evening and occasional weekend hours may be required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities include:

1. High School Diploma or equivalency is preferred
2. Ability and willingness to understand and communicate with others including people with diverse opinions and values.
3. Demonstrate leadership abilities and the embodiment of the college mission related to Scholarship, Participation, and Service.
4. One year experience with team cleaning and procedures.
5. The ability to lift, carry, push and/pull objectives and materials of a medium weight up to 30 lbs.

Please complete an application at our Facilities Management office on our college campus between the hours of 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.

Or complete the online application below.

This position is open until filled.

McPherson College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and people from traditionally under-represented groups.