EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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All positions are listed until filled.  See the Application for Employment page for directions on applying.

Shorter College is an equal opportunity employer.

Note: 

Anyone interested in adjunct teaching positions must have at least a master's degree in the discipline to teach undergraduate courses and a doctorate in the discipline to teach graduate courses. 

To apply for adjunct teaching positions in our School of Business only, with locations in Marietta, Lawrenceville, Riverdale, and the adult program in Rome, please contact Steve Faulkner at 678/260-3555 or by e-mail at:  sfaulkner@shorter.edu. 

Adjunct teaching at Rome campus and all other positions on all campuses (full-time teaching, full-time staff, and part-time staff) are processed through Human Resources by emailing hrjobs@shorter.edu  - see Application for Employment for more information. 

All undergraduate students working on campus must do so through the Financial Aid Office.

Position: GIFT OFFICER, ATHLETICS

Date Posted: August 27, 2008

Job Summary

This person shall serve as the primary fundraising officer for the college’s athletic department. This person will also be responsible for facilitating and/or conducting all fundraising programs for the athletic departments’ booster clubs and support groups. This person will work closely with the athletic director to prioritize fundraising needs.

• Responsible for all fundraising programs that directly benefit the athletic department.
• Responsible for all cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of an assigned group of prospects and donors.
• Responsible to raise an amount of support, determined by the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, so as to further the overall mission of the college.
• Responsible for leadership and/or oversight of assigned institutional priorities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Candidates for this position should meet the following requirements:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Any area of study is acceptable, but preference will be given to majors in communication, business, the social sciences and each disciplines related fields.
• Possess excellent communication skills which should be demonstrated with writing samples and/or any items that demonstrate the candidate’s ability to communicate effectively.
• Have at least three years of successful experience in fundraising.
• The ability to travel, 80% of which will be locally or statewide.
• Be an individual who thrives in a work environment that emphasizes team work.
• Be a goal-oriented person who utilizes excellent time management skills.
• This person must also be able to multi-task numerous projects.
• The ideal candidate is able to work effectively with volunteers and fellow staff members.

Send letter of application, resume, statement of faith and three letters of recommendation to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: ACADEMIC ADVISOR - ATLANTA CAMPUS

Date Posted: August 5, 2008

The Academic Advisor has responsibility for providing direct academic assistance to students enrolled in the Shorter College Professional Studies programs. This position reports administratively to the Associate Dean of Students.

The Academic Advisor will:

• Provide academic advising to students.
• Advising responsibilities include:
• Monitoring advisee attendance in classes
• Monitoring course progress
• Monitoring satisfactory academic progress
• Monitoring degree completion planning
• Performing graduation audits with advisees
• Teach a four week Introduction course.
• Mediate student conflict issues.
• Attend a monthly staff meeting at the North Atlanta campus.
• Work with Enrollment Services in responding to prospective student questions.
• Assist with the coordination and proctoring of test administration at the Learning Center, including but not limited to DANTES and other testing.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Dean of Students

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in higher education or related field preferred; Bachelor degree required.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Competency in a variety of computer programs and platforms.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Previous experience in a college Admissions, Records or Advising Office preferred

The Academic Advisor works at the North Atlanta Campus. Office hours are 9:30am-7:30pm Monday –Thursday. Some evenings and weekends may be required as needed.

Send letter of application, resume, statement of faith and three references to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST - ROME CAMPUS

Date Posted: August 5, 2008

Reports to: Director of Institutional Relations

The PR Specialist will play a key role in Shorter College’s public relations operation through the following key functions:

• Media Relations
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with area media
• Maintain up-to-date media contact lists
• Respond to media-generated inquiries in a timely fashion
• Assist in coordination of the college’s crisis communication plan, including notifications in case of inclement weather
• Prepare and distribute news releases, tip sheets, and alerts related to campus news/events
• Pitch feature story ideas to targeted media
  
• Internal communications
• Coordinate and handle on-campus announcements, as appropriate
• Assist in on-campus communication during emergency situations
• Manage updates to the college’s main switchboard greeting
• Coordinate ordering and printing of Shorter College business cards
  
• Photography
• Take campus photos
• Initiate Photo of the Week updates
• Manage department’s photographic resources and scan photos
• Coordinate with freelance photographers, as needed
  
• Outreach through Events
• Set-up and staff booths at events, including but not limited to the annual meetings of the Georgia Baptist Convention, the Southern Baptist Convention and the Floyd County Baptist Association
• Coordinate production of give-away items for events
  
• Publication Writing
• Serve as a lead writer for Shorter Magazine; assist with editing and proofreading
• Create content for the college’s Web site
• Write monthly e-newsletter for alumni and friends
• Assist with creation of brochures and ads for departments across campus (may include coordination with printers)
  
• Manage the office of Institutional Relations
• Maintain files and news clippings
  
• Other duties as assigned

Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, effective communication skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of constituents

Preferred qualifications: Media or PR experience and knowledge of graphic design programs (InDesign or QuarkXPress and Photoshop)

Send letter of application, resume, statement of faith and three references to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: VISITING INSTRUCTOR OF ENGLISH

Date Posted: July 17, 2008

Teach English 1020 (general education requirement) and English 099 (remedial English) during the fall and spring semesters for a total of 27 credit hours.

Must have at least a master’s degree in English.

Send letter of application, resume, official transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of faith, and three letters of reference to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention Institution. EOE

Position: DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES

Date Posted: July 15, 2008

Shorter College is searching for a Director of Library Services. A 12-month position reporting to the Provost. The successful applicant will provide leadership in the provision of information services to an institution that has a strong Christian, liberal arts undergraduate program and is expanding its graduate offerings, which include a School of Nursing. Housed on a beautiful, hilltop campus in Rome, Georgia, the institution has a regional reputation for its music and theater programs as well as its commitment to a Christian education as a Georgia Baptist institution.

Responsibilities:

The Director of Library Services is responsible for all usual and customary management duties, including management of the budget, assuring delivery of day-to-day services, and supervision and evaluation of all library staff. In addition, he/she will:

• Work with library staff to:
• establish long-range and annual goals for library services
• create a plan to balance print and electronic resources and maximize the use of available budget dollars
• develop and implement a program to assess library services, including collection and analysis of data and documentation of response to findings
• develop and maintain library policies
• perform appropriate public relations / awareness activities to encourage use of library resources and services
• Maintain an understanding of current library practices, theories and technology and contribute to the scholarship of the profession through publications, presentations, and participation in professional meetings
• Actively participate in programs to instruct faculty and students in the use of library resources and service

Requirements:

• A Master's Degree in Library or Information Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution
• 5 or more years professional and administrative experience in an academic library, which includes planning, developing and monitoring budgets, managing personnel and implementing technology
• A current knowledge of issues facing higher education and academic libraries
• A flexible schedule to include possible evening and weekend work as needed
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including grant-writing skills
• Computer and technology proficiency
• A student-oriented and service-oriented philosophy
• A working knowledge of all library service functions, including collection development, technical services, circulation, serials, reference, and instruction.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of faith and three letters of recommendation to: Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Avenue, Rome, Georgia 30165-4298. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE.

Position: ASSISTANT PAYROLL AND HR SPECIALIST

Date Posted: July 1, 2008

Computer skills required with experience in ADP HRB, ADP PayXpert or ADP PC/Windows, Microsoft Word and Excel strongly preferred. Written and oral communication skills a plus.

Duties will include payroll backup, reconciling benefits, processing I-9's and staff leave records, and other duties as assigned. Hiring process begins immediately.

Send cover letter, resume, three professional references, and statement of faith to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165, or email hrjobs@shorter.edu. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention Institution. EOE.

Position: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF NURSING (2 positions)

Date Available: January 1, 2009

Date Posted: May 1, 2008

Duties and Responsibilities

The initial positions will be part time beginning January 2009 with transition to full time status by January 2010. Initial responsibilities will be the development of the policies, procedures, and curriculum of an innovative baccalaureate degree program in nursing. Pending approval by the Georgia Board of Nursing the first cohort class of nursing students will begin the nursing sequence fall 2010 and the faculty responsibilities will expand to include classroom and clinical teaching, and student advisement.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in adult health, maternal/child health, mental health or community health nursing and licensure as a registered nurse in Georgia is required. In addition, the ability to think creatively, the willingness to commit to a flexible work schedule and teaching assignments, and demonstrate a supportive student centered learning environment is imperative. Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level or a nursing education background is preferred.

Send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of faith and scholarly activity/interest, and three letters of reference to: Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu.  Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention Institution. EOE  

Position: INSTRUCTOR / ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS

Date Posted: April 21, 2008

PhD in Mathematics or Mathematics Education preferred. The emphasis is on excellent teaching including integration of technology. Research is encouraged but not required.

Duties include teaching mathematics courses which meet general education requirements and various mathematics courses in the math program. This person will work closely with student teachers and will be responsible for departmental reports with respect to teacher certification.

Send letter of application, resume, official transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of faith, and three letters of reference to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu. Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention Institution. EOE

Position: ADJUNCT TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES, PROFESSIONAL STUDIES – EDUCATION

Date Posted: September 6, 2007

Duties and Responsibilities: Part-time teaching positions available in the Professional Studies - Education adult education programs.

Positions Available: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Math, English, Communications, and Production Operations

Undergraduate: Foundations of Education, Educational Psychology, Teacher Technology, Exceptional Learners, Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Child Development: Prenatal to Age Eight, Children’s Literature, Reading and Language Arts: Early Childhood, Mathematics Education: Early Childhood, Science Education: Early Childhood, Social Science Education: Early Childhood, Creative Arts and Health: Early Childhood

Graduate: Life Cycle Development , Issues in Pedagogy, Learning Styles, The Curricular and Pedagogical Contexts of the Classroom, Pedagogical Research, Assessment in Pedagogy, Seminar in Cognate Instruction, Special Topics in Cognate Emphasis, Field/Performance Project in Cognate Emphasis

Qualifications: Undergraduate requires a master's degree or higher in the discipline. Graduate requires a terminal degree (Ed. D. or Ph. D.) in the discipline or related area.

Application Deadline: No Deadline
Date Available: Immediately

Position: ADJUNCT TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Duties and Responsibilities: Part-time teaching positions available in the School of Business adult education programs. Undergraduate: Accounting, Art Appreciation, Communications, Computer Science, Economics, Education, English (Writing and Literature), Health, History, Marketing, Mathematics (including statistics), Music Appreciation, Natural Sciences, Philosophy (including Ethics), Production and Operations, Sociology, and Theatre Appreciation. Graduate: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Production and Operations, and Management.

Qualifications: Undergraduate requires a master's degree or higher in the discipline. Graduate requires a Ph.D. in the discipline or related area.

Application Deadline: No Deadline
Date Available: Immediately

Salary Range: Depends on course taught.

Special Instructions or Information: These adjunct teaching positions are available at our Greater Atlanta sites: the main site at Marietta, Lawrenceville and Riverdale (College Park), as well as in Rome. See above for contact information. Send cover letter stating interest in adjunct teaching on which campus(es), resume, and three references.