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: AFFILIATE LIBRARIAN

Shorter College is searching for an Affiliate Librarian for its’ Rome campus. This is a 12-month entry-level position reporting to the Director of Library Services.

Responsibilities:

The Affiliate Librarian provides reference and instruction to students and faculty. In addition, this position supervises check-in/maintenance of the periodical collection and serves as back-up for interlibrary loan.

Requirements:

A Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution.

Ability to demonstrate current knowledge of electronic information services and resources, high public service orientation, desire to work in a team environment, and a willingness to be flexible with scheduling and other duties.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Click the following link to apply:

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=345452

Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: ONLINE ENROLLMENT COORDINATOR

Date posted: June 12, 2009

Reporting to the Director of Online Programs and the Vice President of Admissions, the Online Enrollment Coordinator works diligently to contact and enroll prospective students in Shorter College’s online programs, and guide them through the application process. The Online Enrollment Coordinator is responsible for supporting students through the whole enrollment process and up until to the completion of the first week of class.

The Online Enrollment Coordinator responsibilities include:

• Participating in the planning and implementation of student recruitment strategies;
• Contacting students within the stipulated timeframes via telephone and email;
• Using his/her sales and consultative skills to answer the student’s questions, make course recommendations, and guide the student through the admissions process;
• Determining the students eligibility, collecting all required documents and fees, and enrolling the student in suitable programs and courses;
• Coordinate with the Shorter College Financial Aid office with the collection of Financial Aid information and materials;
• Communicating with supervisors and other team members regarding the students enrollment status;
• Resolving any problems and issues with prospective and enrolled students including removing them from enrollment in a class if necessary;
• Providing support to other team members to help them meet their goals;
• Making recommendations to the Director of Online Programs for new or improved course offerings and for improvements to operational procedures.

To be successful the Online Enrollment Coordinator must:

• Achieve performance standards as set by the Director of Online Programs and the Vice President of Admissions;
• Identify opportunities for, and actively seek student referrals;
• Provide realistic advice to prospective students to help them form realistic expectations regarding their course of study;
• Review all enrollment documentation and produce all appropriate reports;
• Provide accurate reporting on the effectiveness of recruitment efforts and maintain and distribute accurate and timely student records;
• Comply with and have a current knowledge of all appropriate admissions standards and policies including federal and state policies;
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the current programs and courses offered by Shorter College;
• Participate in all required or appropriate meetings, training sessions, and programs for self-improvement and professional development;
• Co-ordinate recruitment efforts between and facilitate communications between Online Programs, Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Services, Business Office, Registrar, Faculty and other appropriate departments and individuals;
• Ensure that all duties are carried out employing the highest ethical standards and quality;
• Act as a team member, assisting other members of the Shorter College staff and faculty where appropriate and as directed by your supervisors
• Perform other duties related to the Online Programs assigned by the Director of Online Programs and the Vice President of Admissions.

Applicant Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree
• Great communications skills
• Computer and Internet competency (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Powerpoint)
• Availability to work some evenings and weekends
• 1-5 years of inside sales/telephone sales experience.
• Knowledge and experience in student recruitment and higher education preferred.

Click link below to online application:

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=341359

Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH, DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES

Date Available: August 2009

Date Posted: April 30, 2009

Responsibilities: Tenure-track position in English. Teaching responsibilities will include the general education composition courses and courses in the English major.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in English, record of teaching excellence, service, scholarly productivity, and commitment to the Christian mission of the College.

Application Deadline: until filled

Complete an online application with vitae submission at the following link:

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=286266

In addition, send letter of application and official transcripts 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 COMMUNICATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION ARTS

Date Available: August 2009

Date Posted: April 23, 2009

Responsibilities: Terminally- degreed, tenure- track position in Communication Arts. Teaching responsibilities will include the general education hybrid communication course, major courses in mass communication, advising the yearbook, and advising the student newspaper. Applicant must have a strong desire to work/advise undergraduates.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in mass communication, record of teaching excellence, service, scholarly productivity, and commitment to the Christian mission of the College.

Application deadline: until filled.

Complete online application by clicking link below, and send official transcripts to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165.

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=274610

Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: CHAIR OF DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION ARTS

Date Available: August 2009

Date Posted: April 14, 2009

Responsibilities: Oversee degree and co-curricular programs in communication and media studies, mentor faculty, manage day-to-day operation of the department, prepare course schedules, complete annual reports and budget, and teach courses in field.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in speech communication, record of teaching excellence, service, scholarly productivity, and commitment to the Christian mission of the College.

Application Deadline: Until filled.

Click the link below to apply, and send official transcripts to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu .

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=256583

Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention Institution. EOE

Position: FINANCIAL AID CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT - RIVERDALE CAMPUS

Date Posted: April 9, 2009

Part-time – 18 hours per week
Monday – Thursday 2: 30 pm to 7 pm

Reports to the Assistant Director of Financial Aid – Compliance

Job Summary

The Financial Aid Customer Service Assistant is primarily responsible for ensuring that all students at the Riverdale, GA. campus are financial aid ready at the time of packaging, conducting financial aid orientations and responding to all student inquiries regarding the status of a student’s financial aid.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional Customer service experience required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong conflict resolution skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Competency in a variety of computer programs and platforms, preference in Powerfaids, Jenzabar, Infomaker etc.
• Ability to multi task
• Experience in financial aid or related student services area preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to travel to other Shorter College Campuses

Click here to apply:

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=255018

Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention institution. EOE

Position: CHAIR OF THE PROFESSIONAL STUDIES PROGRAM, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES - NORTH ATLANTA CAMPUS

Date Posted: February 12, 2009

Postion Description and Duties

Shorter College invites applications for the position of Chair of the Professional Studies Program of the School of Education and Social Sciences. We seek a dynamic educator with a collaborative leadership style and a compelling vision for a unique teacher preparation program in Early Childhood Education, which:

* Values a commitment to diversity, inclusion and excellence.
* Prepares preservice teachers to be exemplary teachers:
* Develops innovative partnerships and programs.

Shorter College is a four-year liberal arts college which is SACS accredited and affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Convention. This position is housed in N. Atlanta, Georgia.
The Chair assumes leadership in the management and administration of the Professional Studies’ Teacher Preparation Program, including curriculum development, program planning, budgeting, faculty oversight,teaching and the development of partnerships and programs.

Qualification Requirements

Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in Early Childhood Education or an allied field and a distinguished record of administration and teaching. Academic administrative experience, teaching experience, strong leadership qualities and communication skills are essential. Candidates should be able to serve as effective and forceful advocates for the existing programs and be strong visionaries for the future within the mission of Shorter College.

To Apply

Send letter of application, vitae, official transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of faith, along with names, email addresses and telephone numbers of 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: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF THEATRE

Date Available: August 2009

Date Posted: February 12, 2009

MFA required. Educational and professional acting and directing experience required. The successful candidate will have experience directing musical theatre. Teaching responsibilities may include acting, directing, stage combat, and dialects and movement. Duties outside the classroom may include coaching and training, participation in a four-show mainstage season, and advising students both academically and professionally.

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: CHAIR OF DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY / POLITICAL SCIENCE

Date Available: Ten month contract beginning August 2009

Date Posted: December 18, 2008

Responsibilities: Oversee degree programs in history / political science, and international studies, mentor faculty, manage day-to-day operation of the department, prepare course schedules, complete annual reports and budget, and teach courses in field.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in history and / or political science, record of teaching excellence and scholarly productivity, and commitment to the Christian mission of the College.

Application deadline: March 31, 2009.

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 PROFESSORS - PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Date Posted: September 12, 2008

Shorter College is now hiring adjunct instructors for its non-traditional, accelerated program in the fields of economics, accounting, finance, science, and philosophy to teach in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. 

Undergraduate instructors must possess a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in a specific discipline. Graduate instructors must possess a terminal degree. 

Shorter offers this program at the following four locations: North Atlanta, Riverdale, Lawrenceville, and Rome. Shorter requires a statement of faith and a statement of teaching philosophy as part of the application packet. Please contact Steve Faulkner at sfaulkner@shorter.edu for more information. EOE  

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.