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Human Resources
Welcome! At Millikin University, we strive to employ dedicated and dynamic individuals who truly care about making a difference in the lives of our students by enhancing their overall academic journey. We believe that every employee counts when it comes to delivering an exceptional experience for the Millikin University student.
As a demonstration of the University’s devotion to each of its employees, we offer excellent benefits, beautiful facilities and a warm and friendly working environment. Thank you for expressing an interest in Millikin University, and we hope you will consider joining the Millikin family.
Millikin University is currently recruiting for the position listed below. To learn more about each position, click on the position(s) that interest you to obtain more information about the duties, qualifications, application procedures and application deadlines. Millikin University has a strong commitment to nurturing a culturally diverse faculty and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Administrative and Staff Positions:
After reading the detailed position description of the Open Position, click on the “Apply Now” tab and complete the online application. Positions may require a cover letter and resume along with your online application. The online application requires applicants to use the correct date format. Small calendars may be viewed under the following sections:
• Date available for work
• Education
• Employment History
Please click on the calendars to view the appropriate date format and use this format throughout the application. Upon submission of application, you will receive a message stating, “Thank you for applying” if your application was successfully submitted.
Faculty Positions:
After reading the detailed position description, applicants should follow the application procedures listed in the position description and submit all application materials to the Chair of the Search Committee’s email address.
  | Adjunct Faculty - School of Nursing - School of Nursing |
| | Category: Faculty | | | Job Description: Millikin University’s School of Nursing is seeking applications for excellent Adjunct Faculty, teaching 9 hours per week, for the spring 2012 for either the Community Health Nursing or the Mental Health/Mental Nursing clinical teaching rotations. Minimum qualifications include a MSN and applicants must hold an unencumbered Illinois RN license.
Address your questions or application letters in an email to Deb Slayton, Director, School of Nursing, dslayton@millikin.edu. Please attach to application emails a vita, a letter that addresses your experience and philosophy of teaching, the names of three references, and graduate transcripts. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check. Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer.
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| | Admission Counselor - Admission |
| | Category: Administrative | | | Job Description: Position Title: Admission Counselor
Department: Admission
FLSA Category: Exempt
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Director of Admission
Works Closely with: Associate and Assistant Director of Admission, Director of Transfer Admission, Support Staff
Job Summary: This position serves as University representative charged with recruiting and enrolling undergraduate students. The position requires extensive overnight travel, flexible scheduling of hours including evenings and weekends and ability to work independently to achieve institutional and divisional goals and objectives.
VALUES
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
· Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
· Civil debate
· Passion and enthusiasm
· Dignity and respect for individuals
· A diverse and inclusive community
· Integrity and responsibility
· Advancement of the greater good
Primary Responsibilities: (Recruitment)
1. Responsible for setting and achieving individual territory enrollment goals.
2. Represent Millikin University at high schools, college day/night programs and community events.
3. Meet with prospective students and families during campus visits.
4. Develop and maintain relationships with 300 to 500 new students per academic year, requiring consistent communication (phone calls, email, social media, etc).
5. Help students and families through the enrollment process (application, admission, financial aid and registration).
5. Develop and maintain relationships with high school guidance counselors, athletic coaches and alumni within one’s territory.
Primary Responsibilities: (Administration)
1. Responsible for all data entry using SCT Banner and Hobsons.
2. Routinely and accurately communicate progress to goals.
3. Document necessary information from campus and travel visits.
Other Duties:
1. Attend regularly scheduled campus staff meetings.
2. Follow up with first year students on satisfaction.
3. Serve as a campus tour guide when students are not available.
4. Analyze territory trends to make number predictions and recommendations for strategy modification.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree
· Minimum of one-year admission, recruitment, student counseling or related professional experience preferred
· Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and organizational skills
· Demonstrated familiarity with and ability to use web-based technologies and communication media
· Ability to work with various constituencies
· Successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude and independent work ethic.
· Preference will be given to Millikin University graduates.
Work Environment:
Manual Dexterity:
· Dexterity to operate a keyboard
Physical Effort:
· Occasionally sitting at a desk or table
· Occasionally standing or walking
· Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping
· Occasionally lifting 25 lbs. or more
Working Conditions:
· Typical working conditions found in most administrative work areas
· alternative or flexible work schedules
· Extensive travel and/or periodic overnight travel
Hazards:
Background Checks and/or Testing:
Background and criminal history check
Physical exam
Drug test
Driving record check
Credit check
Other:
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| | Assistant Director for Chicago Recruitment - Admission |
| | Category: Administrative | | | Job Description: Position Title: Assistant Director of Chicago Recruitment
Department: Enrollment
FLSA Category: Exempt
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Director of Admission with secondary reporting to the Director of Chicago Recruitment
Works Closely with: Associate Director of Admission, Director of Transfer Admission, Director of Marketing, Director of Athletics and Recreation, Dean of Student Development, Director of Student Programming, Director-Chicago Recruitment, PACE Admission Counselor and Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Job Summary: The Assistant Director of Chicago Recruitment is a regional recruitment position residing in Chicago. The Assistant Director will provide leadership for the growth and development of the Chicago area, most notably in Chicago Public Schools. The Assistant Director must have a passion to work with and develop underrepresented students and actively address their challenges as they progress through the college search process. The Assistant Director is responsible for deliberately engaging prospective, admitted and enrolled students with dignity and respect. The Assistant Director is not only responsible for a territory and helping students within that territory through the enrollment process, but also for developing relationships with educational leaders, guidance counselors, coaches and Millikin University alumni.
VALUES
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
- Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
- Civil debate
- Passion and enthusiasm
- Dignity and respect for individuals
- A diverse and inclusive community
- Integrity and responsibility
- Advancement of the greater good
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Actively support the mission of the institution.
2. Be responsible for setting and achieving individual territory enrollment goals.
3. Recruit a territory through both spring and fall college fairs, high school visits and regional educational involvement.
4. Provide leadership for the enrollment of Chicago area students.
5. Be an active leader and champion for Millikin in an area that needs educational support.
6. Be responsible for data entry using SCT Banner and Hobsons.
7. Maintain a working understanding of technology/social media and how to leverage it within communication plans and recruitment.
8. Clearly communicate expectations and outcomes with the Director of Admission.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
1. Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
2. Experience: Three to four years experience in recruitment, student counseling or related professional field.
3. Bilingual ability preferred.
4. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and organizational skills, demonstrated familiarity with and ability to use web-based technologies and communication media; and ability to work with various constituencies.
5. Successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude and independent work ethic.
Work Environment:
Manual Dexterity: Dexterity to operate a keyboard
Physical Effort: Occasionally sitting at a desk or table; occasionally standing or walking; intermittently sitting/standing/stooping; occasionally lifting 25 lbs. or more
Working Conditions: Typical working conditions found in most administrative work areas; alternative or flexible work schedules; extensive travel and/or periodic overnight travel
Background Checks and/or Testing:
Background and criminal history check
Physical exam
Drug test
Driving record check
Credit check
Other:
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| | Assistant Football Coaching Intern - Athletics |
| | Category: Staff | | | Job Description:
Position Title: Assistant Football Coaching Intern
Department: Athletics
FLSA: Exempt
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Head Football Coach
Works Closely with: Athletic Department Staff; Football Team Members
Position Summary: This position will report to the Head Football Coach. This internship is designed as a 10 month educational experience from August 1 to May 31 and is designed to give an individual with an interest in coaching the opportunity to hone his skill development and coaching ability in one or more position areas. The appointment is for one year, with a possible one year renewal. Pursuing a graduate degree at a nearby university may be possible.
Values:
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
- Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
- Civil debate
- Passion and enthusiasm
- Dignity and respect for individuals
- A diverse and inclusive community
- Integrity and responsibility
- Advancement of the greater good
Primary Responsibilities - Intern Functions:
Under the guidance of the Head Football Coach, the Intern will:
- Learn the process for recruiting successful student athletes.
- Assist in recruitment and retention of football players for Millikin University.
- Gain an understanding for the role of the student athlete in a DIII Athletic Program.
- Develop skills to compete for a full time assistant coaching position or graduate assistantship.
- Serve as a position coach.
- Develop ability to break down film in conjunction with other football staff.
- Develop ability to monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
Under the guidance of the Athletic Director, the Intern will:
- Have an opportunity to gain an understanding of the structure and organization of the NCAA, specifically Division III.
- Have an opportunity to gain an understanding of the role of athletics in a relatively small comprehensive University.
- Have an opportunity to gain exposure to athletic operations and event management beyond football.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Collegiate playing experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills
Work Environment:
Manual Dexterity:
· Dexterity to operate a keyboard
Physical Effort:
· Typically sitting/standing/bending/stooping
· Occasionally lifting 25 lbs. or more
· Hearing and visual acuity within normal range
Working Conditions:
· Outdoor exposure to weather
· Alternative or flexible work schedule
· Travel and/or periodic overnight travel
Hazards: None
The stipend for this position is $5000, $1500 food allowance and housing is also provided.
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| | Assistant Professor of Nursing - School of Nursing |
| | Category: Faculty | | | Job Description: Millikin University invites applications for the position of
Assistant Professor of Nursing: Community/Public Health Nursing (undergraduate)
This position is a ten-month, tenure-track position. The successful candidate will provide classroom and clinical instruction in the undergraduate nursing program beginning fall semester, 2012 with opportunity to teach in the graduate program.
Millikin University is a private, comprehensive institution serving approximately 2,300 undergraduate, graduate, full-time and part-time students who study in four colleges/schools: Arts and Sciences, Business, Fine Arts and Professional Studies. Situated on an attractive seventy-acre campus in Decatur, Illinois (population of 85,000), Millikin is located 180 miles southwest of Chicago, 150 miles west of Indianapolis, and 120 miles northeast of St. Louis. A Millikin education is characterized by performance learning - a unique approach to learning that builds the confidence to succeed before and after graduation. Students apply their learning to experiences both in Decatur and around the world. A vibrant campus community engages students in more than 90 student organizations and a close-knit Greek community. Millikin Big Blue athletics include 19 NCAA Division III teams as well as junior varsity teams and intramurals. In 2010, 98% of Millikin graduates gained employment or entry into graduate/professional school within six months of graduation.
The School of Nursing has an enrollment of approximately 260 students and offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program in the traditional format, an accelerated evening program leading to the BSN in a hybrid format for registered nurses, and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program with four tracks. Millikin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission – North Central Association. The School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Millikin University offers the warmth and appeal of a strong campus community of scholars and abundant opportunities for cultural and professional growth. Known for teaching excellence, Millikin University seeks individuals interested in being part of a growing program in an institution committed to helping students obtain a strong liberal education blended with dynamic professional development.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be doctorally-prepared in nursing or a related field. A successful non-doctorally prepared candidate will be supported in his/her profession growth and development, including the opportunity to pursue coursework, degree possibilities, credentials or research. The candidate must hold a master’s degree in nursing and an unencumbered professional registered nursing license (or be eligible for RN licensure) in the state of Illinois. In addition, the candidate must have strong educational and/or experiential background in community/public health nursing. Candidates must have the potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and university service. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Salary varies with degree and experience. Employment and first day of work is contingent upon successful completion of background check.
To apply, please send a CV, contact information for three references, and a letter of intent that describes how professional interests and abilities align with the position. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested persons should send application materials to the attention of:
Deborah Slayton, EdD, RN
Director, School of Nursing
Millikin University
1184 West Main Street
Decatur, Illinois 62522
dslayton@mail.millikin.edu
217-424-6348
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| | Assistant Professor of Psychology - Behavioral Sciences |
| | Category: Faculty | | | Job Description: The Department of Behavioral Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track position in Social Psychology to begin January, 2013. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to involve undergraduates in research. The area of research is open. Teaching includes Social Psychology and Introductory Psychology, with other courses to be chosen based on departmental needs and candidate interests. The ability to teach Lifespan Developmental Psychology and/or Experimental Psychology is a plus, as is an interest in developing a non-majors course in U.S. or Global studies. Duties include academic advising and direction of senior capstone research projects. Ph.D. required by January, 2013.
Millikin University is a private, comprehensive institution serving approximately 2,300 undergraduate, graduate, full-time and part-time students who study in four colleges/schools: Arts and Sciences, Business, Fine Arts and Professional Studies. Situated on an attractive seventy-acre campus in Decatur, Illinois (population of 85,000), Millikin is located 180 miles southwest of Chicago, 150 miles west of Indianapolis, and 120 miles northeast of St. Louis. A Millikin education is characterized by performance learning — a unique approach to learning that builds the confidence to succeed before and after graduation. Students apply their learning to experiences both in Decatur and around the world. In 2010, 98% of Millikin graduates gained employment or entry into graduate/professional school within six months of graduation.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and will be accepted until the position is filled. Millikin University is a primarily undergraduate institution located in central Illinois. Please send a letter of application, CV, statements of research and teaching interests, and three letters of recommendation to James D. St. James, Chair, Department of Behavioral Sciences, Millikin University, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur, IL, 62522. Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and pending budgetary approval. Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer.
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| | Assistant Soccer Coaching Intern - Athletics |
| | Category: Staff | | | Job Description:
Position Title: Assistant Soccer Coaching Intern
Department: Athletics
FLSA Category:
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Head Men’s Soccer Coach
Works Closely with: Athletic Department Staff; Soccer Team Members
Directly Supervises: N/A
Job Summary: This position will report to the Head Soccer Coach. This internship is designed as a 10-month educational experience from August 1 to May 31 and is designed to give an individual with an interest in coaching the opportunity to hone his skill development and coaching ability in one or more position areas. The appointment is for one year, with a possible one year renewal. Pursuing a graduate degree at a nearby university may be possibly.
VALUES
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
· Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
· Civil debate
· Passion and enthusiasm
· Dignity and respect for individuals
· A diverse and inclusive community
· Integrity and responsibility
· Advancement of the greater good
Primary Responsibilities: (Under the guidance of the Head Soccer Coach)
1. Learn the process for recruiting successful student athletes.
2. Assist in recruitment and retention of soccer players for Millikin University,
3. Gain an understanding for the role of the student athlete in a DIII Athletic Program.
4. Develop skills to compete for a full time assistant coaching position or graduate assistantship.
5. Serve as a Reserve Coach.
6. Develop ability to break down film.
7. Develop ability to monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
8. Assist in GK Training.
Primary Responsibilities (Under the guidance of the Athletic Director)
1. Have an opportunity to gain an understanding of the structure and organization of the NCAA, specifically Division III.
2. Have an opportunity to gain understanding of the role of athletics in a relatively small comprehensive University.
3. Have an opportunity to gain exposure to athletic operations and event management beyond soccer.
Other Duties:
1. Other duties as assigned by the Head Men’s Soccer Coach and Athletic Director.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
· Collegiate playing experience (preferred)
· Strong interpersonal skills
Work Environment:
Manual Dexterity:
· Dexterity to operate a keyboard.
Physical Effort:
· Frequently lifting 25 lbs. or more
· Intermittently sitting/standing/stopping
· Hearing and visual acuity within normal range
Working Conditions:
· Alternative or flexible work schedules
· Outdoor exposure to weather
· Travel and/or periodic overnight travel
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Hazards: None
Background Checks and or Testing:
X Background and criminal history check
£ Physical exam
£ Drug test
£ Driving record check
£ Credit check
£ Other: _______________________
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| | Associate Director of Admission - Admission |
| | Category: Administrative | | | Job Description: Position Title: Associate Director of Admission
Department: Enrollment
FLSA Category: Exempt
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Director of Admission
Works Closely with: Director of Transfer Admission, PACE Admission Counselor, Director of Marketing, Director of Athletics and Recreation, Dean of Student Development, Director of Student Programming, Director-Chicago Recruitment and Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment.
VALUES
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
- Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
- Civil debate
- Passion and enthusiasm
- Dignity and respect for individuals
- A diverse and inclusive community
- Integrity and responsibility
- Advancement of the greater good
Job
Summary: The Associate Director of Admission is expected to be a senior member of the admission office. The Associate Director will be expected to lead the on-campus experience for all prospective students including traditional high school students and non-traditional learners who are most commonly transfer students or adults in accelerated programs. The Associate Director is expected to leverage data and information to support admission, enrollment and retention objectives. The Associate Director will have the recruitment area of Macon county in addition to campus management responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Actively support the mission of the institution.
2. Provide leadership to enroll new students with administrative duties including, but not limited to, formal admission of students, staff training, managing student employees/tour guides, implementing campus visit day experiences, community presentations, , and active development of relationships across both the campus and Decatur community.
3. Supervise the recruitment for University scholarship programs.
4. Recruitment of Macon County.
5. Working with the Dean of Student Development to coordinate the orientation of prospective students.
6. Use data to influence decision making process.
7. Maintain a working understanding of technology/social media and how to leverage it within communication plans and recruitment.
8. Be a partner and member of the senior admission leadership team.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
1. Education: Bachelor degree required, master’s preferred.
2. Experience: four to five years experience in admission department
3. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and organizational skills, demonstrated familiarity with and ability to use web-based technologies and communication media; and ability to work with various constituencies.
4. Successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude and independent work ethic.
Work Environment:
Manual Dexterity: Dexterity to operate a keyboard
Physical Effort: Occasionally sitting at a desk or table; occasionally standing or walking; intermittently sitting/standing/stooping; occasionally lifting 25 lbs. or more
Working Conditions: Typical working conditions found in most administrative work areas; alternative or flexible work schedules; extensive travel and/or periodic overnight travel
Background Checks and/or Testing:
Background and criminal history check
Physical exam
Drug test
Driving record check
Credit check
Other:
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| | Head Women's Softball Coach and Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach - Athletics |
| | Category: Administrative | | | Job Description: Position Title: Head Women's Softball Coach and Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach
Department: Athletics
FLSA Category: Exempt
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Director of Athletics and Recreation
Works Closely with: Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Women’s Volleyball Coach, Director of Admission, Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Information, Assistant Director of Athletics for Facilities, the athletic training staff, athletics and recreation support staff and students
VALUES
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
- Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
- Civil debate
- Passion and enthusiasm
- Dignity and respect for individuals
- A diverse and inclusive community
- Integrity and responsibility
- Advancement of the greater good
Position Summary: This is a twelve-month administrative position reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation. The Head coach provides leadership for the day to day as well as the strategic development of the women’s softball team. The coach should provide leadership as well as serve as a role model to student athletes. In addition to softball, the coach will serve as an assistant coach for women’s volleyball.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Provide leadership for the recruiting and retention of quality student athletes.
2. Conduct camps and clinics to promote the University and the women’s softball and volleyball programs
3. Coach and teach skills and tactics necessary for a successful softball and volleyball programs.
4. Ability to positively interact with media, alumni and friends of the University.
Other Responsibilities:
1. Serve as needed for College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin committees.
2. Other duties as directed by the director of athletics and recreation.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
Experience: Exemplary Coaching experience marked with not only winning success, but also producing academically successful student athletes. Proven ability to recruit and retain quality student-athletes; well developed administrative skills, including day-to-day operations and budget management; experience with community relations, fundraising and related activities. Exceptional communication skills required.
Five to seven years of successful coaching experience preferred
Specialized Knowledge and Skills: A thorough understanding and commitment to the NCAA Division III rules, regulations and philosophy. An understanding and appreciation for the CCIW is preferred.
Work Environment: Athletics, gymnasium, health and fitness facilities.
Physical Effort: Typically sitting, bending, standing and walking. Hearing and visual acuity within normal range
Working conditions: Typical working conditions found in most administrative work areas. Alternative or flexible work schedules. Position requires frequent travel.
Background Checks and/or Testing:
Background and criminal history check
Physical exam
Drug test
Driving record check
Credit check
Other:
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| | Residential Coordinator - Traditional Communities - Residence Life |
| | Category: Administrative | | | Job Description:
Position Title: Residential Coordinator - Traditional Communities
Department: Residence Life
FLSA Category: Exempt
Working Relationships:
Reports to: Director of Residence Life
Works Closely with: Residence Life Professional and Para-professional Staff, and students
Directly Supervises: Para-professional residence hall staff
Job Summary: This is a twelve-month, salaried position, reporting to the Director of Residence Life and will assist with the daily operation of the Millikin University residential community, as well as assisting in the departmental functions of the Office of Residence Life.
VALUES
All employees are expected to uphold the values of the University. At Millikin University, we value:
· Commitment to the discovery of knowledge
· Civil debate
· Passion and enthusiasm
· Dignity and respect for individuals
· A diverse and inclusive community
· Integrity and responsibility
· Advancement of the greater good
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Supervision of 13-15 para-professional residence hall staff in traditional residential communities, to include selection, evaluation, and continuous advisement.
2. Serve as a level one student conduct officer for hall related disciplinary violations.
3. Ability to relate and interact with diverse students as a mentor.
4. Coordinate programming efforts in the halls and with other areas of Student Development.
5. Management of residence hall facilities, including serving as a liaison to appropriate University departments.
6. Advisement of other student organizations, according to professional development goals.
7. Assistance in the coordination of departmental functions such as Housing Selection, and para-professional staff selection and training.
8. Serve as part of the supervision and management team for Summer Conference Operations.
9. Serve as first responder for campus crisis including serving as member of on call “duty” rotation.
Other Duties:
1. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree (required)
· Master’s Degree in Student Affairs (preferred)
· Two years of professional experience with Higher Education (Master’s)
· Five years of professional experience in an educational setting (Bachelor’s)
· Organized and energetic
· Prior Residence Life experience
· Posses an appreciation of diversity and be interested in creative programming endeavors.
Work Environment:
Manual Dexterity:
· Dexterity to operate a keyboard.
Physical Effort:
· Occasionally sitting at a desk or table
· Occasional lifting 25 lbs. or less
· Intermittently sitting/standing
· Hearing and visual acuity within normal range.
Working Conditions:
· Typical working conditions found in most administrative work areas
· Alternative or flexible work schedules.
Hazards: None
Background Checks and or Testing:
X Background and criminal history check
£ Physical exam
£ Drug test
£ Driving record check
£ Credit check
£ Other: _______________________
Revised: April 2012
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| | Visiting Professor of Marketing - Tabor School of Business |
| | Category: Faculty | | | Job Description: Millikin University’s Tabor School of Business is seeking faculty for a full time visiting appointment for the 2012-2013 academic year. Qualifications expected include PhD or DBA in Marketing and professional experience. While open to all marketing areas related to building and delivering brand, we seek expertise focused on Marketing Principles, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, and Sales Force Management. A demonstrated interest in the integration of entrepreneurship into marketing is a plus. Our program produces career-ready graduates where students are expected to perform and compete consistent with a culture that extensively engages students in professional performance inside and outside of the classroom.
This individual will be expected to have diversity in topics taught and students served. Millikin values the autonomy and creativity of faculty and encourages all faculty to teach in the University Studies program. The faculty member will only be responsible for teaching and mentoring students. Additional university responsible such as committee work will not be expected.
This position is also open to be converted into a tenure-track for the right candidate.
The Tabor School of Business offers a comprehensive business curriculum with seven ACBSP accredited undergraduate degrees in the major functional areas, a leadership-focused MBA, and evening programs in accounting and management. Our graduates' placement rate is outstanding. We strongly advocate performance learning education through, client-based assignments, student consulting, internships and opportunities with our international partners. The Tabor School has close relationships with the business community that includes local Fortune 50 firms and numerous entrepreneurs. Our Center for Entrepreneurship is nationally recognized as a leader that includes a unique Arts and Entrepreneurship program. The Center provides faculty opportunities for scholarly research, student projects, and consulting opportunities.
Millikin University is a private, comprehensive institution serving approximately 2,300 undergraduate, graduate, full-time and part-time students who study in four colleges/schools: Arts and Sciences, Business, Fine Arts and Professional Studies. Situated on an attractive seventy-acre campus in Decatur, Illinois (population of 85,000), Millikin is located 180 miles southwest of Chicago, 150 miles west of Indianapolis, and 120 miles northeast of St. Louis. A Millikin education is characterized by performance learning — a unique approach to learning that builds the confidence to succeed before and after graduation. Students apply their learning to experiences both in Decatur and around the world. In 2010, 98% of Millikin graduates gained employment or entry into graduate/professional school within six months of graduation.
Applicants should send curriculum vitae, three references letters, and a teaching philosophy statement. Applications should be sent, either electronically or a hard copy; review of applications will begin March 11, 2012 Address inquires and applications to Dr. Michael Pettus -- mpettus@millikin.edu Position appointment effective August 2012, pending final budgetary approval and upon successful completion of background check.
Millikin is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. http://www.millikin.edu/tabor/
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Click here for a copy of Millikin
University's Annual Security Report,
which complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and
Campus Crime Statisticts Act. This report includes information about crime and
the policies in place to deal with crime at Millikin University. To receive a
paper copy of this report, please contact: Millikin University, Office of Safety
& Security, 1184 West Main Street, Decatur, IL, 62522..
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