Alverno College

If you would like to become a partner in our community of learning, please see our list of open positions below. Please note that applications and resumes are accepted only when there is an open position, except for Faculty positions and positions in Housekeeping, which will be accepted at all times. All applicants should specify the job for which they are applying. Unsolicited resumes will not be retained or considered except for Faculty and Housekeeping positions. Applications and resumes are considered active for 60 days.

Status of Your Job Application

Resumes and applications received in Human Resources are forwarded to the hiring department. Department managers arrange their own interviews. If you have not been contacted for an interview and the position is filled, you are encouraged to apply for other open positions at Alverno for which you may be qualified.

Employee Benefits

Eligibility for benefits is based upon your employment status at the College. These benefits include:

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• retirement plan with college match
• employee assistance program
• tuition remission for employees
• tuition program for dependents
• paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Assistant Professor, Chemistry
Responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in biochemistry, chemistry/biochemistry for nursing students, and introductory science. Departmental responsibilities include student advising and on-going curriculum development.

The position begins in January 2007 and is on track for continuous appointment and opportunity for promotion in rank.

Education
Requires a Ph.D. in biochemistry or a closely-related field. Advanced ABDs will be considered.

How to apply
Send letter of interest, vita, list of at least three references, and a one-page statement of your educational philosophy to Human Resources
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Assistant Professor, Education
Full time
Alverno College seeks a full time Assistant Professor to begin in January 2007. Primary duties and responsibilities
include teaching undergraduate elementary education courses, advise elementary education majors and collaborate in on-going development of curriculum. The position is on track for continuous appointment and opportunity for promotion in rank.

Qualifications
Five years of teaching experience in an elementary and/or middle school environment is required. Experience in reading, math or science education is a plus. Experience with course management software and computer-based instructional tools are a plus. The successful candidate should have a commitment to teaching excellence and a willingness to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Education
Ph.D. in Education or related field. Candidates close to completion of their Ph.D. will be considered.

How to apply
Send letter of application, vita, official transcripts of graduate record, list of three professional references, and a one-page statement of your educational philosophy to Human Resources. Application deadline is October 27, 2006.
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Bindery Operator
Primary Responsibilities
Provide all bindery operations to faculty and staff including, but not limited to, collating, stapling, drilling, cutting, folding and padding. Review, organize and prioritize jobs to ensure that the work is completed neatly, efficiently, on time, and according to specifications. Provide excellent customer service including informing customers of the department’s policies and procedures and notifying clients that their jobs are ready for pick up or delivery. Accurately and neatly complete documentation, calculate prices of jobs, and file completed jobs

How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to Human Resources.
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Director of Financial Aid, Financial Aid Office
Full time
Responsibilities
Design, implement and manage all financial aid programs and procedures in keeping with institutional goals and enrollment objectives as well as federal, state and institutional regulations. Develop and maintain proactive, positive and informative relationships with local, state and federal agencies related to current and potential financial aid and student related legislation, policies, and procedures. Monitor compliance with institutional, state and federal policies including, but not limited to, academic progress and audits. Develop and maintain positive and proactive working relationships with multiple academic, administrative support, and academic support departments in relation to the responsibilities of the Financial Aid Office. Meet with students and parents to resolve issues, propose options, and communicate financial aid policies and procedures. Present information to senior level administrators, Administrative Council and other management meetings. Supervise and develop staff to maximize performance and in accordance with the College's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive responsibilities in financial aid with a proven track record including familiarity with policies related to awarding of institutional funds and federal and state regulations pertaining to financial aid. Previous managerial experience with professional staff. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills including the ability to speak effectively before groups, respond professionally and in a timely manner to questions or requests, and write reports and correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents. Requires strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work with frequent interruptions. Must have the ability to professionally respond to variations in schedules and plans and develop innovative approaches and ideas to meet challenges. Requires the ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and database systems. Willingness and ability to occasionally travel and work some evenings and weekends.

How to Apply
Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to Human Resources.
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Human Resources Assistant, Payroll, Human Resources
25 hours per week

Rsponsibilities

Back –Up Payroll Coordinator with processing of payroll, timesheets, payroll transactions and reporting (under guidance from the Payroll Coordinator)
Student Payroll Processing/Coordination (under guidance from the HR Generalist)
Clerical Support to Payroll/Human Resources

Qualifications

Three to five years office support experience (Human resources/automated payroll processing preferred)
Demonstrated strength in computer skills including quick and accurate data entry skills, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and
e-mail (10-key experience a plus)
Demonstrated strength using basic math skills
Established logic and problem solving skills
Demonstrated success in providing quality service
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality

Education
High School diploma

How to apply
Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to Human Resources.
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Instructors, Business
Adjunct opportunities are available to teach upper level undergraduate courses in support of our three undergraduate majors: International Business, Marketing Management and Management Accounting. Courses include human resource management, market research, branding and integrated communications, marketing technology, global marketing, project management, and international economics.

Positions will begin January 2007 and are primarily during weekend college and evenings during the week.

Qualifications
Relevant work experience and prior teaching experience is preferred.

Education
Master’s degree is required.

How to apply
Send letter of application, vita, and list of three professional references to Human Resources.
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Nursing Faculty
Full- and Part-time positions
Alverno College faculty members are consistently recognized and praised for their interactive, experiential approach to teaching-learning. Because of its ability based curriculum, Alverno College is known nationally and internationally as an innovator and model in higher education. If you are interested in joining this dynamic faculty and institution, Alverno College’s Division of Nursing faculty members invite you to apply for full or part-time positions as faculty to teach junior or students in acute care settings.

Qualified applicants must have a master’s degree or doctorate in nursing. Experience in clinical supervision of nursing students is preferred, and recent practice expertise is required, especially in contexts requiring knowledge of care of clients with medical-surgical needs. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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