Staff Employment Opportunities

Employment Vacancies as of July 1, 2009

To apply for any of the open positions listed, please submit the appropriate "Required Application Materials" from the table below. 

Simply click on the appropriate link, print the document, complete the forms and return them to our office.  If you are submitting Exempt materials please also submit a cover letter and resume.

You may request a paper copy by sending an e-mail to Kathleen Abbott, Employment Manager, by calling 206-281-2809, or by writing to us at Office of Human Resources, Seattle Pacific University, 3307 Third Ave W., Suite 302, Seattle, WA 98119.

You may submit all application materials to the Office of Human Resources by: 1) mailing to the address listed above 2) FAXING to 206-281-2846, or 3) submitting in person at 330 W. Nickerson, Seattle. You may apply for more than one position by listing all positions of interest in the upper left corner of your application.

Upon receipt of your materials, we will send an acknowledgment via a postcard. Subsequent to that, your application materials will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager for review. After this you will hear from Human Resources or the department, depending on the process with the specific department. The timing of each search process varies widely.

Access Services Technician:  Full-time (32 hours per week), non-exempt staff position in the Library.  Responsibilities include:  Perform complex tasks in the Access Services Department and at the Circulation/Reserve Desk, to provide library users with clear and easy access to library materials and services; teach and supervise student employees in the use of the online catalog and other circulation systems; perform complex circulation services and make decisions concerning exceptional circumstances; assist with the day-to-day operations of Summit Borrowing; respond to telephone and in-library inquiries and refer patrons to appropriate staff; negotiate and resolve, or report, library user complaints concerning building, equipment or service; troubleshoot, service and provide assistance to library users in the operation of equipment, including copy machines and related equipment; substitute and perform the duties of absent staff and student employees as needed; assume responsibility for the safety and security of staff, students, equipment, and materials in the building and during emergencies; responsible for opening and closing the building as assigned;  a typical work schedule is an evening closing shift Sunday through Thursday.  Responsibilities include:  Two years of college courses; one year of technical experience working in a library or closely related activity; one year of public service experience; typing and filing skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent organization skills; proven ability to work in a team environment.  Preferred qualifications include:  Bachelor degree; course work in library education; two years of technical experience working in a library; two years of public service and supervisory experience.  Position will remain open until filled.  Salary:  $26,052/yr.

Admissions Counselor:  Full-time, exempt staff position in Undergraduate Admissions.  Responsibilities include:  Responsible for all aspects of admissions cycle from initial contact to enrollment; manage 5-6 geographic market regions as assigned by writing a marketing plan, visiting and recruiting students, providing detailed follow up; cultivate prospective students in assigned areas, including visiting high schools, community colleges, church and para-church organizations, college fairs, and families; responsible for quality assurance and generation of web content for Undergraduate Admissions’ web pages, social media outlets, and other e-recruiting efforts; develop relationships with students and leaders of ethnically diverse backgrounds through culturally responsive conversations and outreach events; understand and effectively communicate university policy, all academic programs, co-curricular activities, athletics, fine and performing arts and other aspects of university life; participate in the planning and implementation of campus events as assigned; meet and interview prospective students on and off the SPU campus; responsible for specific programs and periodic recruiting assignments.  Required qualifications include:  Bachelor’s degree;  one or two years of applicable job experience; general experience with college age students; experience or interest in marketing; computer application and system experience; direct experience with SPU; presentation and public speaking experience; demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to inspire and motivate people; professional presence and appearance; understanding of, commitment to, and ability to articulate SPU mission; flexibility to respond to changing market environment by quickly developing new marketing strategies; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; ability to work with students in potentially volatile situations; project management skills; flexibility to adapt work hours to the peaks of the admissions calendar, including evenings and weekends.  Preferred qualifications include:  Marketing, public relations, or communications experience.  Position will remain posted until July 17th. Salary:  $31,000-$33,000/yr.

Assistant Coach, Gymnastics/Assist Director of Falcon Gymnastics Center:  Full-time, exempt staff position in Athletics.   Responsibilities include:  Assist in practice activities, including practice sessions, conditioning workouts, weekly coaches meetings; assist 1st assistant in recruiting tasks, including analyzing recruit videos, obtain NCAA recruiting certification; perform routine maintenance on all gymnastics equipment; assistant in organization and floor management of home competitions; assist in the implementation of all aspects of the Falcon Gymnastics team program, including serve as head coach of a competitive Junior Olympic level team, plan and supervise practices, assist in development of competitive schedule, communication updates to team families; other duties as assigned by Head Coach.   Position will remain open until filled.  Salary:  $28,000-$32,000/yr.

Assistant Coach, Women’s Volleyball:  Part-time (13 hrs/wk), nonexempt staff position in Athletics.  Responsibilities include:  Provide a positive Christian coach role model; participate in organization and execution of volleyball recruitment, practice, scheduling and game coordination; support student-athlete welfare and good academic standing of team members; be a key contact and manager of summer camps; provide for spiritual and social development of student athletes; recruit student-athletes and is available for recruiting administration; conform to and is knowledgeable of all NCAA regulations and conference requirements and exhibit proficiency through a passing score on the NCAA coaches examination; participate in organization and execution of team practices and individual workouts; cooperate in specified game assignments, sets up opponent scouting network, develop a master schedule and file on each, secure up-to-date information by scouting, maintain the videotape exchange program; organize fundraising events such as camps and high school/club tournaments; other duties as assigned.  Required qualifications include:  Bachelor’s degree in athletics, related field, or equivalent; two years pervious experience in coaching volleyball at the high school or collegiate level; Basic first aid, CPR, AED, valid Washington State driver’s license; knowledge and technical skills necessary to accomplish the assigned task; maturing and contagious Christian faith, knowledge of and willingness to actively support the Christian mission of the University and accept the lifestyle standards of the Christian community; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coaches, athletes, students, faculty, administration and the community; proficient in word processing, Microsoft Windows, Excel, Access.  Position will remain open until filled.  Salary:  $10,000/yr

Coordinator, Schedule and Publications:  Part time (18 hours per week), nonexempt staff position in Student Academic Services (SAS).  Responsibilities include:  In cooperation with other SAS staff, update and create the graduate catalog, update and maintain the on-line and published Time Schedule, schedule classrooms, and maintain and update electronic files; assist with on campus registration; other duties as assigned.  Required qualifications include:  High school diploma or GED, one year experience in office environment; proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Word, Excel, Outlook; ability to handle multiple priorities and flexible to meet critical needs; ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment; excellent communication skills.  Preferred qualifications include:  Bachelor’s degree; familiarity with SCT Banner systems; experience in college/university administration, admissions or other enrollment management area.  Position will remain open until filled.  Salary:  $14,140/yr. 

Micro Systems Analyst:  Full time, exempt staff position in Computer and Information Systems (CIS).  Responsibilities include:  Act as a professional liaison representing CIS to SPU faculty and staff; implement and maintain desktop/laptop hardware and software; engage in long range planning for desktop/laptop computing standards and support; configure and manage various central desktop management products; supervise student employees (hire, train, evaluate, and assign tasks); provide end user training; and other duties as assigned.  Required qualifications include:  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related technical field) plus two years applied experience in desktop/laptop consulting support, or equivalent combination of education and experience; extensive experience troubleshooting and maintaining desktop/laptop hardware and software; experience with multiple desktop operating systems, desktop tools, and applications; superior customer service and analytical skills; excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.  Preferred qualifications include:  Experience with server operating systems, centralized antivirus management, Active Directory, AD Group Policy, Systems Management Server, WSUS, and other centralized desktop tools.  Position will remain open until filled.  Salary:  $52,000-$55,000/yr, DOE.

Student Financial Services Representative:  Full time, non-exempt staff position in Student Financial Services.  Responsibilities include: provide accurate information ranging from routine processing of inquiries to explaining complex application, eligibility, and program-specific requirements in a high volume, fast-paced environment, to all undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral prospective and continuing students; process a large volume of cash transactions resulting from the disbursement of federal, state, and institutional financial aid to students, process payments, and authorize refunds; timely and accurate response to inquiries via telephone, in person, mail and email regarding all aspects of a students financial situation ; responsible for understanding and accurately applying all federal, state, and institutional regulations that governs the proper distribution of financial aid; responsible for $400 cash till and accurately processing cash payments up to $300,000 daily; use professional judgment to make decisions on policy exceptions, research situations and communicate options and outcomes to students.  Required qualifications include: a high school diploma; two years of office experience; excellent communication, public relations and counseling skills; understanding and interest in customer service; an aptitude for computerized record keeping systems and analytical ability; team oriented; ability to cope with stress in a positive manner; strong attention to detail; flexibility to handle multiple priorities with poise and professionalism; proficient in MS Office software, mainframe computer systems, and ten-key.  Preferred qualifications include: AA degree or two years of college; previous experience in a college or university; familiarity with federal financial aid.  Position will remain open until filled.  Salary: $30,000/yr.

Systems Analyst/Systems Administrator—Central Systems:  Full-time, exempt staff position in Computer and Information Systems (CIS).  Responsibilities include:  Provide high level skill and expertise in the maintenance and administration of central servers, including Windows, IBM AIX, and Linux Servers; provide high level skill and expertise in the maintenance and administration of central server applications, including system level backup and restore, messaging services (Exchange), database servers (SQL*Server), web servers (IIS and Apache), Microsoft clustering, print/file servers and iSCSI based storage area networks (SAN); implement and maintain central computer systems hardware and software, including design, installation, programming, security administration, testing, documentation and support; act as liaison representing CIS to the SPU user community and between SPU and third party vendors; other duties as assigned.  Required qualifications include:  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field; three years of experience in systems development and administration, software programming or computer systems support; extensive experience with multiple operating environments; experience with Windows internals, Active Directory, clustering and system administration tools; extensive experience with email messaging systems (including Exchange, SMTP), system level backup and restore (Symantec Netbackup or similar); extensive experience with computer networking (Ethernet, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) in a multi-vendor environment; experience with relational database systems (Oracle, SQLServer, MySQL) and development tools; experience with Internet tools (ftp, telnet, http) and web based programming and development tools (asp, CGI, Perl, PHP); experience with web server tools and applications (IIS, Apache); experience with iSCSI based Storage Are Networks (SAN); experience with Virtualization software VMWare (ESX and ESXi) or Hypervisor; excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.  Preferred qualifications include:  Microsoft Windows or other certifications (MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, MCAD).  Position will remain open until filled.  Salary:  $57,000-$61,000/yr (DOE).

Temporary Positions:

None at this time.

Anticipated Openings:

None at this time.

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