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All positions posted are current. Complete a separate application for each position for which you would like to apply. Applications remain active only until the position applied for is filled.
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Open Staff Positions - All positions are currently available
ADMISSIONS ASSISTANT
School of Law
(This position would be 29 hours per week, no benefits.) This position will administer general front office duties including to: offer an extraordinary level of customer service and professional response to phone inquiries, walk-ins, and email inquiries; welcome visitors in a timely, friendly and knowledgeable manner; support the Director of Admissions with administrative tasks, travel, etc.; schedule campus visits and develop appropriate itineraries for prospective students; coordinate LSAT Prep Workshop Programs and additional off-campus workshops as needed; contribute to special events within the Law School; and handle general office duties such as mail management, photocopying, filing, ordering of supplies, processing of invoices, etc. Candidate must have strong communication skills with a ministerial concern toward prospective and current students. A bachelor's degree is preferred. A candidate with an associate's degree or equivalent may be considered for applicant with strong communication skills and a high level of professionalism. Candidate should have previous office experience; be proficient with Word, Outlook, and Excel; demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; and display warmth and sincerity in caring for prospective students. Candidate must be dependable, professional, and committed to department goals; display maturity, professional dress/demeanor; and a desire to serve others. Candidate must embrace Regent's mission and desire to deliver excellent service every day.
E-LEARNING AND INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN SPECIALIST
College of Arts and Sciences
(Pending budget approval) This position is responsible for the development of high quality courses for online and on-campus students. As part of the College of Arts & Sciences instructional design team, this individual will be responsible for developing creative and innovative approaches to course design through the use of collaborative software, media, interactive tools, graphic design tools, and other instructional technologies. Responsible for working with instructional designers, media professionals, and faculty to create rich graphics and high-quality learning objects for online courses, including video, audio, screen casting, videoscribe/whiteboard animation, and Softchalk. Assist course developers with storyboarding and other design techniques to ensure coherence and cohesiveness in courses within established guidelines. Apply and share expertise in the Blackboard Learning Management System to support faculty in the professional delivery and management of online and on-campus courses. Collaborate with department chairs, faculty, and instructional staff to maintain quality and consistency in course design, organization, and management. Serve as special projects coordinator for curriculum and instructional tasks. A bachelor's degree is required; degree(s) related to graphic design, instructional design, instructional technology, or writing is preferred. Graduate level education in a related field is preferred. Candidate must have a minimum of two years of work experience in the field; experience in an academic environment is preferred. Candidate must have intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office programs. Blackboard experience is required. Candidate must have excellent grammar and proofreading skills and demonstrated commitment to exemplary service. Technical skills required: digital video, screen casting/capture (e.g., Adobe Captivate, Camtasia), audio, graphic design (e.g., Photoshop); Softchalk experience desired. Knowledge of XML, HTML, and CSS is preferred. Experience with mobile technologies a plus. Candidate must have experience in working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with simultaneous multiple tasks; excellent skills in critical thinking, analysis, writing, and project management; strong communication and interpersonal skills; be able to work independently and accomplish tasks within established guidelines; and a willingness to carry out highly detailed work to completion.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Graduate Administration Office
This position will provide clerical and operational support which aids in the financial and administrative management of the graduate programs of the university. This position will keep accurate and detailed records of all business transactions for which the Graduate Administration Office is responsible; provide data entry support to the assistant/associate deans related to financial data recording/archiving and budget and management reports; process all mail; manage office phone and email; greet and accommodate all visitors; maintain office calendar; determine supply needs, complete necessary orders, and manage inventory; receive and process all expense reports and invoices within delegated authority; forward exceptions to the appropriate dean for approvals; field requests for information/reports/approvals in the absence of the assistant/associate dean and follow-up to ensure timely response of requests; and prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents as directed. A bachelor's degree in business or related field is required; an associate's degree in business with additional experience and specialized office management/professional development training will be considered. Candidate must have prior experience which demonstrates strong data entry and general office management skills; experience in preparing spreadsheets and working with large volumes of financial data; and evidence of attention to detail and high level of accuracy in prior work. Experience performing similar duties in a higher education setting is desirable. Candidate must be able to integrate and demonstrate Regent's core values of Christ-First, Excellence, and Leadership; must be able to manage multiple projects at once and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines; be able to maintain strict confidentiality while working regularly with sensitive information; and be able to work independently with limited supervision.
ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT
Enrollment Management
(This position is part-time, 25 hours per week with no benefits) This position will serve the department of Enrollment Management (EM), specifically the areas of corporate partners and church relations. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in analytical research and customer service; possess exceptional skills in the office management systems; and be capable of representing the university to a wide range of constituents. This position will meet and triage various guests to EM including prospective and current students, alumni, faculty, VIP guests and corporate visitors; be responsible to research and report corporate profiles of Fortune 500 and faith-based non-profit companies to identify corporate partner opportunities for the university; maintain existing database of university corporate partners and respond to individual requests as appropriate; maintain contract agreements and monitor expiration and renewal dates; assist in recruiting for the Office of Church Relations during weekend services as necessary; assist in building and maintaining church contacts database; run Banner reports on church student activity as required; coordinate office supply orders; support staff for VIP special events; coordinate and confirm hotel, care rental, and flight reservations as requested; and coordinate office maintenance requests and maintenance of office equipment. A bachelor's degree is required. Candidate must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer; be proficient in creating and manipulating excel spreadsheets in various advanced forms; be proficient in research and analysis reporting; and be familiar with multi-line phone system and operation of copiers, printers, fax machines, and filing. Previous corporate employment and understanding of corporate structure is preferred. Experience with Banner database is preferred. The ideal candidate must be efficient, ethical, responsible, personable, and conscientious. Candidate must demonstrate a strong attention to detail and be able to work well independently as well as part of a team.
TEMPORARY POSITION
House Manager - School of Communication & the Arts
(This is a part-time, temporary position, with no benefits) The position is responsible for coordinating all Front-Of-House (FOH) operations for stage performances and performance related activities for Regent University. Specific responsibilities include: coordinating scheduling; training and supervising ushers; communicating with stage managers during and in advance of performances; overseeing refreshments; and ensuring the safety of all patrons at performances. This position also coordinates the opening of the performance in cooperation with the Box Office Manager. An ideal candidate must have experience in dealing with the public of all ages; demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of patrons; demonstrate an upbeat, enthusiastic attitude in public relations; be able to enforce safety regulations and communicate the same to the public; be attentive to detail; be able to work independently without much direct supervision; and have First Aid and Adult CPR certification. A candidate with at least one (1) year as a Box Office staff member and experience working within a live theatre faculty environment is preferred. A minimum of 5-6 hrs/week scheduled/flex time during production weeks. Extended nighttime and weekend hours may be required.
NETWORK ENGINEER
Information Technology
This position is primarily responsible for overseeing the design, development, administration, maintenance and support of the university's network and associated applications. This position will design, develop, and maintain the network and server infrastructure throughout the university; manage the day-to-day operations of the university firewalls, URL filtering, and packet shaping devices; design, develop, and maintain the university's backup solution, retention and restores; monitor performance, plan growth and implement development of TCP/IP, WLAN/LAN/WAN infrastructure; install, maintain, and troubleshoot network equipment, including firewalls, content filtering, malware protection, and other application specific controls as necessary; be able to troubleshoot DNS, network loops, circuits, and general network failures; be able to manage projects while balancing network maintenance and operations; provide overall support for the functions of the IT department; and plan, implement, administrate, and support network architecture, internet/connectivity circuits across campus, bandwidth shaping, firewalls, and netbackup. A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or information systems and 5 years of networking experience are required. Network engineering certification is recommended (CCNA, MCSE, etc.). Candidate must have experience installing and administering firewalls and vpns; experience with network protocols - Ethernet, IP, UDP, and TCP/IP; experience managing Internet services and security including web/email servers; experience with Linux and Windows Client/Server Operating Systems; experience with wireless networking (Cisco is preferred); experience with Microsoft Exchange (Exchange 2003 or later); and experience managing an enterprise level network. Experience with VMware is recommended.
ACADEMIC ADVISOR
College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
This position's primary responsibility is to conduct and provide academic advising functions to all College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) students (academic progress, student academic advising, PLA, CLEP, etc.) in keeping with the overall mission of CAS and Regent University. The position will work closely with students from acceptance through graduation in a supportive, proactive, and professional manner. This position will provide academic advising, mentoring, and support for all accepted and enrolled CAS students; provide all preliminary and comprehensive academic advising regarding course selection, course requirements and degree planning; review and process requests for add/drop or withdrawal and preliminary review of academic petitions in accordance with CAS policies and procedures; educate students regarding advising services, student services, academic programs, and other support services; serve as liaison with Registrar's office regarding credit acceptance and transfer; conduct credit and transcript research as necessary; assist students with transfer credit appeals when appropriate; monitor academic progress of students; assist students with requests such as reactivation, readmission, withdrawal, change of program, etc.; engage in training and instruction to ensure knowledge of and compliance with University and School policies and practices; accurately process graduation applications/requests; conduct degree clearance and advise seniors regarding policies and procedures concerning graduation and commencement; and monitor student retention and ensure proactive re-enrollment of students. A bachelor's degree is required; master's degree is preferred. Candidate must have experience with student counseling; proven track record with excellent customer service; experience in process management and problem solving; and superior experience with Microsoft Office software. College level academic advising experience is strongly preferred. Experience with university technology and systems such as Genisys, Banner, and Blackboard are preferred. Candidate must have a heart for the personal, spiritual, and professional development of students; be able to maintain confidentiality; have excellent people and communication skills; be able to provide service in a professional manner; be well organized; be able to manage multiple tasks and details; and be a motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT
Office of Advancement
This position's primary responsibility is to oversee and lead the regional Directors of Advancement (DA) nationally in developing and enhancing relationships with prospects, alumni and major donors to increase giving for Regent University and assist the Vice President for Advancement in implementing tactics for major gift acquisition and capital campaign execution. This position will supervise the DAs regarding performance objectives, solicitation assignments and development strategies; collaborate with the VP to develop a strategic plan to increase solid relationships and giving from major donors; cooperatively review new fundraising initiatives with advancement and academic leadership to determine their priority and placement in the strategic plan for fundraising; collaborate on all marketing efforts impacting field director's success by assisting in preparation and approving and overseeing related annual goals; lead weekly DA meetings and train and motivate DAs in a positive and proactive way; collaborate with prospect management teams, developing strategies concerning the production and distribution of major donor research information; work with events team to facilitate regional and campus events involving donors covered by DAs; serve as liaison between Office of Advancement and the deans, providing school-specific fundraising programs and activities; evaluate status of and develop areas of foundations and planned giving; review and supervise all fundraising activity by collaborating with the advancement services staff in the design and compilation of DA activity and donation reports and summarizing activity for the VP; manage relationships with consultants; and lead efforts to recruit, train, and develop DAs. A bachelor's degree in related field is required; a master's degree is preferred. Candidate must have a successful career in marketing, corporate sales or fundraising/development with five years of experience. Candidate must have the ability to effectively lead and manage remote and local staff; have excellent interpersonal skills and proven skills in interacting with Board of Trustees, donors, prospects, staff, and other constituencies in a positive manner; and have ability to train, motivate, and develop employees. Candidate must be able to travel frequently and maintain satisfactory driver history. Driving records will be checked annually. Candidate must be a strong leader able to inspire enthusiasm and cooperation and lead by example. Candidate must demonstrate good judgment with ability to make accurate assessments and decisions; demonstrate creativity and ability to initiate and conceptualize new or improved ideas; be a team player with ability to work effectively as a team to accomplish goals and projects; demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; and be able to act rationally in stressful situations with steadfast character.
DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Enrollment Management
This position's primary responsibility is to promote Regent University through the thoughtful, planned execution of creative marketing strategies. This position will consult and partner with graduate admissions personnel and the office of alumni relations departments to fulfill their enrollment and outreach objectives. They will work to meet the university's objectives and vision for graduate students. This position will develop and execute marketing strategies to enhance the graduate programs' image; take creative lead in the production of print, web and other marketing materials; develop messaging in coordination with Regent University's Marketing Department that will promote the graduate programs and take advantage of university-wide efforts; provide consultation and counsel to the leadership team and directors to ensure that the messaging and positioning is aligned with the strategy and mission of the graduate programs and Regent University; utilize current and emerging technologies to best reach the target market; supervise the webmaster/project manager in the development and production of content for the programs' website; research and develop viral marketing campaigns, in order to equip existing representatives, faculty, students, alumni and friends to effectively promote the mission and vision of the graduate programs to outside entities and individuals; establish measures to track progress and success of marketing efforts, conducting regular surveys among key constituents; oversee and coordinate the production of marketing pieces with the help of the Marketing department and outside vendors; assist the Marketing Department in marketing efforts to increase the awareness and familiarity of our graduate programs with all key constituents; consult with the Marketing Directors from Regent University's other programs to coordinate efforts and maximize results; and keep a watchful eye on media to follow trends and remain conscious of issues that impact the decision-making of potential students. Must have a bachelor's degree, a master's degree is preferred. Candidate must have experience in marketing and ad creation; insight and awareness of educational/marketing issues pertaining to higher education; demonstrate strong Christian attributes; and have strong computer skills and high level of proficiency with various programs and technologies. This position requires organizational skills, ability to work with diverse people, and possession of creative problem solving skills.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
College of Arts & Sciences
This position's primary purpose is to perform tasks associated with the daily business operations of CAS including preparation and control of budget; weekly processing of invoices/expense reports/contracts; assisting with policy/procedure analysis; generation and analysis of statistical reports; review of processes and systems; recommendations for improving student and employee recruitment and retention; and processing all Human Resources and administrative paperwork for CAS staff. This position will oversee and manage the budget for CAS (including the University Writing Center (UWC)); oversee and manage the hiring and termination process for CAS; prepare and submit yearly assessment matric for CAS Administration to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness; assist in development of policies and procedures for students and undergraduate operations as the school grows; assist department chairs and other departmental budget managers in developing expenditure scenarios based on enrollment projections; manage and process all RSU contracts and other independent contractor related paperwork through Purchasing and Human Resources, respectively; actively pursue process improvements in all aspects of CAS operations; plan/implement office space moves each spring in relation to new faculty; coordinate departmental moves as well as furniture requests and telephone changes/needs; liaison between IT, Facility Services, and CAS when needed; submit weekly office supply requests for faculty and Dean's staff; represent CAS on Administrative Council; assist with planning on CAS events by creating and managing all contracts; and in consultation with CAS departmental budget managers, develop training protocol resources for new CAS employees, which incorporate CAS mission and identity statement. An MBA, MS in Finance, or MS in Management with relevant experience is required. Candidate must have excellent computer skills including knowledge of operating systems/hardware and proficiency with Microsoft Office; systems analysis experience; database reporting experience; ability to develop and implement business processes; and knowledge of budgetary reporting, analysis, and forecasting. Prior higher education experience is preferred. Candidate must have excellent people and communication skills; be able to maintain strict confidentiality; able to be a customer service champion and provide service in a professional manner; be well organized and able to manage multiple tasks and details; be resourceful and able to take initiative in problem solving; and be motivated self-starter.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADVISING
College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
The position will ensure students are properly advised of academic and graduation requirements, policies, and procedures; monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of advising policies, practices, and procedures; advise the dean in planning and implementing retention strategies for CAS; supervise workflow of advisors, graduate assistants, and interns; oversees the development, planning, and delivery of all online and on-campus orientation programs; coordinates with department chairs, Career Services, and Advising to develop and maintain a vibrant faculty mentoring program; maintain, supervise, and train staff of the Office of Advising and Student Services; advise the dean regarding CAS student needs and concerns; coordinate CAS alumni relations strategies with the university's Office of Alumni Relations; foster effective communication with the Registrar's Office to facilitate consistent staff training and student advising; work with the Associate Dean of Students and Academic Administration to ensure that adequate on-campus and online classes are offered each semester and session; update staff on all policy procedures and program information as critical to day-to-day operations; and work closely with Executive Director of CAS Admissions to ensure a smooth transition for the student from the enrollment stage to the matriculation stage. Candidate must have a master's degree. Candidate must have experience with program and project planning and management; ability to network across the organization; excellent oral and written communication skills; experience in process management and problem solving; and a successful record of fostering a cooperative work environment within the college and the university. Candidate must protect Regent University and College of Arts & Sciences' integrity and excellence; demonstrate flexibility, detail-orientation and strong follow-through; serve as mentor and a supportive team member; demonstrate tenacity in consultation and providing advice; serve as problem solver with anticipation and requisite planning strategies; demonstrate discernment and deference; and have timely responsiveness and resourcefulness.
ADVANCEMENT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Office of Advancement
This position's primary responsibility is to support the University's fundraising efforts by providing the operational services and reporting that are critical to the successful execution of Advancement programs, projects, and events. This position must maintain a strong working knowledge of departmental and institutional policies and procedures in order to oversee the daily operational systems and functions of the office of Advancement. This position will collaborate with the Executive Director of Advancement Marketing and Operations in personnel administration, including scheduling interviews, incoming and exit processes for employees, HR form creation, etc.; ensure that staff members are provided with necessary work space, IT systems, training, and equipment in order to function effectively; ensure office has adequate goods and supplies for office operations and order more as needed; establish standard operating procedures to ensure quality work and efficiencies of administrative operations, identify potential problems, and identify and implement possible solutions; review and distribute incoming mail; log, date stamp and scan all cash, checks, and supporting documents received and attach to donor accounts in Banner; serve as back-up for event registration, gift processing, creation of designations and appeal codes in Banner, and constituent profile research, development and maintenance; assist the Manager of Donor Information and Services in account maintenance projects and tasks; set up all Advancement events in Banner and collaborate with Event Registrar; serve as systems expert and department lead for Oracle Discoverer reporting system; serve as gatekeeper for Advancement data; serve as Advancement representative to IT for development and enhancement of reports; collaborate with Executive Director to define segmentation strategies; and produce and oversee production of daily/weekly/monthly financial reports, charts, and graphs. Candidate must have a bachelor's degree or 3-5 years of commensurate experience in business and marketing; a master's degree is preferred. Candidate must have proven proficiency in the use of database and analytical software programs; in-depth experience with Oracle Banner SCT database; and an understanding of fundraising and marketing needs. Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong and proven relationship skills; strong organizational skills with an ability to carry out multiple projects simultaneously and independently due to pressing deadlines; project management training and experience; a strong work ethic; proven ability to work well independently as well as part of a team; a professional appearance; demonstrated dependability; ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality.
TEMPORARY (Administrative Assistant)
Professional and Continuing Education (PCE)
(This position is part-time 25hrs/week, no benefits) This position will serve as an administrative assistant/receptionist in support of the Assistant Vice President (AVP) and the PCE office. This position serves as the AVP primary point of contact and process inquires accordingly; manages the AVP's schedule, which will include scheduling appointments and travel arrangements; receives all the AVP's incoming calls and process accordingly; attends meetings with the AVP and takes minutes upon request; answers the PCE main telephone line and directs calls to appropriate personnel; and manages hospitality arrangements for client engagements. Candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years' experience working in a dynamic or international organization in the area of business, training and development, government or law. Candidate must be able to work in diverse and global environments with clients and colleagues from different countries. Candidate should be creative, resourceful, a critical thinker, results-oriented, customer-service oriented, detail-oriented and possess excellent social and communication skills.
