Staff Positions

(posted 8/5/25)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant for the Dean of Students Office.

About the Role

The administrative assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient daily operations of the Dean of Students office, serving as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Reporting to the Dean of Students and supervising 2-3 student employees, this position provides administrative, logistical, and operational support to the dean and other Student Success, Well-Being, and Belonging (SSWBB) staff.

Specific duties include the following:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Dean of Students Office greeting visitors, answering phone calls, replying to general e-mails, and responding to inquiries from students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Provide administrative support to the Dean of Students including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and preparing electronic and print communications.
• Schedule, train, supervise, and evaluate student workers in the Dean of Students Office.
• Manage and maintain records, files, and databases related to SSWBB and university policies.
• Assist with planning and coordinating student programs, events, and activities in collaboration with SSWBB staff.
• Process paperwork related to student conduct, housing, and other student services while ensuring accuracy and compliance with university policies.
• Support the preparation of communications, presentations, and reports for the Dean of Students Office.
• Maintain presence for office social media accounts.
• Assist in managing budgets and process invoices, reimbursements, and purchase orders.
• Handle internal and external mail.
• Maintain office supplies and handle office equipment issues, ensuring necessary materials are available for staff and events.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience with social media
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills
• Abilities to work in a fast-paced environment with constant interruptions and fluctuating priorities and to meet deadlines
• Abilities to work independently, as a member of a team, and without supervision at times
• Ability to work effectively with all university constituencies including students and their families, faculty, staff, alumnae/i, and campus guests
• Abilities to manage confidential and sensitive information and maintain discretion
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside normal business hours in support of office/division activities

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• Two years of college
• Administrative assistant experience in higher education or student services setting
• Ellucian Banner or equivalent database experience
• Familiarity with database management
• Valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hollinshr@hollins.edu.  Candidates are encouraged to comment in their cover letter on how their contributions will further the university’s efforts to ensure the success and inclusion of all members of its community.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Semi-final candidates will be asked to submit contact information for three references.  Once the selected candidate accepts a contingent employment offer, if they have a United States driver’s license, a motor vehicle background check will be conducted. 

About Hollins

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 9/11/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for an electrician/general maintenance repair person.  Scheduled hours are Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., with additional hours as needed.  Maintenance employees are eligible for health and life insurance; vacation, sick, and holiday pay; extended year-end holiday pay; retirement plan; and tuition assistance benefits.

About the Role

The electrician/general maintenance repair position installs, inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, and replaces electrical circuits, components, controls, fixtures, appliances, and equipment using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.  This position provides general maintenance and repair services to buildings, fixtures, utilities, and vehicles; performs installations, inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, adjustment, repair, and replacement of plumbing, heating, water, gas, fire protection, and sewage systems; fuels, maintains fluid levels, and conducts general safety inspections of campus vehicles; and repairs and maintains gym exercise equipment and other mechanical devices on campus including bleachers, sprinklers, fire alarms, and generators.  This role also makes repair arrangements, orders equipment and supplies, and keeps maintenance records.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, minimum of two years of general maintenance experience, and minimum of three years of electrician experience.  Must have general knowledge of maintenance of heating, air conditioning, steam, condensate, and chilled water lines and carpentry; basic knowledge of safety checks and minor repairs to vehicles and small equipment; and knowledge of and demonstrated skill in use of materials and tools used in general maintenance and advanced electrical work.  Candidates must have abilities to read and understand blue prints and national and local electrical codes.  Position requires full range of body motion, including lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds; abilities to operate motorized equipment and hand and power tools; and ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environments.  Candidates must have excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, and a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations.  Applicants must also be self-starters, team players, and have ability to understand and follow directions.

Application Process

Employment applications may be obtained here and should be returned via e-mail to hollinshr@hollins.edu or via fax to 540-362-6571.  Once the selected candidate accepts a contingent employment offer, criminal history and motor vehicle background checks will be conducted.

About Hollins 

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 7/6/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for a general maintenance repair person with strong plumbing experience.  Scheduled hours are Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., with additional hours as needed.  Maintenance employees are eligible for health and life insurance; vacation, sick, and holiday pay; extended year-end holiday pay; retirement plan; and tuition assistance benefits.

This position provides general maintenance and repair services to buildings, fixtures, utilities, and vehicles; performs installations, inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, adjustment, repair, and replacement of plumbing, heating, water, gas, fire protection, and sewage systems; fuels, maintains fluid levels, and conducts general safety inspections of campus vehicles; and repairs and maintains gym exercise equipment and other mechanical devices on campus including bleachers, sprinklers, fire alarms, and generators.  This role also makes repair arrangements, orders equipment and supplies, and keeps maintenance records.

Successful applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, minimum of two years of general maintenance experience, and minimum of three years of plumbing experience.  Additional education requirements include advanced knowledge of plumbing lines; general knowledge of heating, air conditioning, steam, condensate, and chilled water lines and carpentry; basic knowledge of safety checks and minor repairs to vehicles and small equipment; and knowledge of and demonstrated skill in use of materials and tools used in general maintenance and advanced plumbing work.  Position requires full range of body motion, including lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds; abilities to operate motorized equipment and hand and power tools; and ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environments.  Candidates must have excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, and a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations.  Applicants must also be self-starters, team players, and have ability to understand and follow directions.

Employment applications may be obtained here and should be returned via e-mail to hollinshr@hollins.edu or via fax to 540-362-6571.  Once the selected candidate accepts a contingent employment offer, criminal history and motor vehicle background checks will be conducted. 

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 6/17/25)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia seeks applications for full-time and part-time groom/stable workers to clean stalls, feed and groom horses, and perform general barn duties.

Full-time hours are primarily 5:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. five days/week, including one weekend day, with flexibility for two days off per week.  Part-time hours are flexible in the afternoons five days/week; exact times and days are to be determined, but will likely include one weekend day.  Full-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and tuition assistance benefits.  Part-time employees are eligible for certain benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Experience working with horses preferred.  Must have a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations.  Once the selected candidate accepts a contingent employment offer, a motor vehicle background check will be conducted.  Employment applications may be obtained here and should be returned to hollinshr@hollins.edu or via fax to 540-362-6571.

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment.  No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 8/24/25)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for a Multimedia Manager.

About the Role 

The Multimedia Manager is a creative and strategic leader responsible for collaborating with internal partners and external stakeholders to leverage multimedia platforms to meet the university’s strategic goals. Reporting to the Director of Digital and Web Strategies, this position strengthens and promotes the university’s brand, enhancing visibility and engaging target audiences through high-quality, relevant content (primarily video and photography) designed for various marketing channels (e.g., web, digital communications, and social media) and distributed in a strategic and integrated manner.

Specific duties include the following:

• Own the full lifecycle of multimedia projects from planning and storyboarding to production, editing, publishing, and post-analysis.
• Lead the creative development of engaging video content that aligns with institutional priorities, elevates the university’s brand, and resonates with target audiences across multiple platforms (web, digital campaigns, social media, etc.).
• Serve as the university’s lead video producer and editor including scriptwriting, interview coordination, voiceovers, effects, music, and final cut delivery.
• Collaborate with campus partners, prioritizing Enrollment Management and Institutional Advancement, to identify video needs, define scope and timeline, and ensure message clarity and visual cohesion.
• Maintain and organize the video and multimedia archive, including backup strategies in coordination with Information Technology.
• Consult with departments across campus on multimedia opportunities, balancing demand with strategic priorities and available resources.
• Support the Director of Digital and Web Strategies to ensure the university website and other online resources are engaging and up-to-date with current content.
• Attend key on- and off-campus events to capture footage and develop multimedia content that supports marketing strategy.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in multimedia strategy, production, and content planning.
• Experience collaborating with a high-performing Marketing and Communications team, informing and developing the areas of branding, marketing, messaging, and storytelling.
• Expertise in video production tools and techniques (e.g., DSLRs, lighting, sound, etc.) and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and other software/content management systems.
• Strong writing, interviewing, storytelling, and content development skills, with the ability to conduct research and produce compelling written and multimedia content.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, prioritize, and manage multiple projects independently from concept to completion, including scoping, scheduling, execution, and stakeholder communication.
• Proven abilities to work successfully in a fast-paced environment while adapting to changing priorities and maintaining attention to detail and brand alignment.
• Skilled at meeting tight deadlines and working effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lift and transport multimedia equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communication, marketing, business, or related field.
• Experience working with graphic design software/tools such as InDesign and Illustrator to create print, email, and web templates, as well as infographics, slide decks, and other related support materials.
• Experience managing social media for an organization.
• Working knowledge of Slate or comparable CRM platform(s).

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hollinshr@hollins.edu.  Candidates are encouraged to comment in their cover letter on how their contributions will further the university’s efforts to ensure the success and inclusion of all members of its community.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Semi-final candidates will be asked to submit contact information for three references.

About Hollins

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(updated 8/8/25)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for a Student Success Coach.

About the Role 

Using a data-driven approach, the Student Success Coach fosters undergraduate student persistence and degree completion by coordinating academic support and other campus services for an assigned group of students. The coach’s goal is to assist students to ensure they are making sufficient academic progress and earning their degrees on time. This position helps students access other campus resources and provides holistic, growth-oriented, learning-centered, culturally-responsive, and strength-based support for students to help them identify and achieve their educational, personal, and professional goals. The coach begins working with students once they enroll at the university and helps with their transition to Hollins. They then continue meeting individually with students to help them understand academic opportunities, requirements, and other matters relevant to academic progress. This position reports to the Dean of Students.

Specific duties include the following:

• Provide holistic, growth-oriented, learning-centered, culturally-responsive, and strength-based support to help undergraduate students identify and achieve their educational, personal, and professional goals and connect them with resources within and beyond the Student Success Center
• Welcome new students during early summer and work collaboratively with Admission staff to ensure students’ successful transition to Hollins
• Regularly communicate with assigned students
• Build success plans collaboratively with individual students and campus partners
• Coordinate with students’ academic advisors regarding academic concerns and progress
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff across the undergraduate program including Admission, advising, Career Development and Life Design, Center for Learning Excellence, Financial Aid, International Programs, and student life
• Attend weekly meetings as a member of the CARE (campus assessment, response, and evaluation) team
• Serve as designated lead for concerns arising for assigned students including communications through the Hollins early alert and other systems and manage those cases
• Work with supervisor to provide reports and identify students at risk of not meeting academic expectations
• Collect data to inform broader retention, persistence, and student success efforts

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of two years of experience in student services, academic support, higher education, or related experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills
• Demonstrated success working effectively with students
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with faculty and staff
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information and maintain discretion
• Deep understanding of and commitment to working in and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and advocacy for student needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed

Preferred candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a field related to social work, counseling, or higher education; familiarity with liberal arts curriculum and single-sex, small, residential campuses; and knowledge of FERPA and other regulations related to student information.

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hollinshr@hollins.edu.  Candidates are encouraged to comment in their cover letter on how their contributions will further the university’s efforts to ensure the success and inclusion of all members of its community.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Semi-final candidates will be asked to submit contact information for three references.  Once the selected candidate accepts a contingent employment offer, a criminal history background check will be conducted. 

About Hollins

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 8/18/25)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for a Student Success Navigator.

About the Role 

The Student Success Navigator serves as a central role in the operations of and service for The Green and the Wyndham Robertson Library. This role provides concierge-like service for students, ensuring a warm reception with quick access to services they need. The position is focused on student care, helping them navigate their needs in The Green, following up after appointments to build trusting relationships, and tracking data and producing reports to measure the effectiveness of support services.

Additionally, this position provides administrative support for offices located within The Green and the library. Proactive communications and collaborative interactions with staff in offices that constitute The Green (Student Success Coaching, Career and Life Design, the Center for Learning Excellence, Global Learning, and HU Connect) and the library are essential in the daily tasks of this role.

The navigator reports jointly to the Director of Career and Life Design and the Assistant University Librarian.

Specific duties include the following:

• Student Engagement and Support: Serve as the first point of contact for students visiting The Green providing a welcoming, student-centered presence. Conduct seamless referrals to relevant offices and ensure timely follow-up and continuity of care. Monitor student alerts and respond to student inquiries.
• Operational Excellence and Administrative Support: Provide daily logistical, operational, and administrative support for offices located in The Green. Oversee cleanliness and supply inventory for shared spaces. Coordinate scheduling and room usage for The Green’s or the library’s communal or shared spaces including the conference room in The Green. Manage library material orders. Attend and support meetings for The Green and the library.
• Data Management: Handle check-in data and general data entry, report generation, and ensure data quality in The Green’s databases, particularly for student visits and utilization metrics.
• Event Support: Coordinate student-centric activities sponsored and initiated by The Green and the library, ensuring smooth logistics and a hospitable environment. Collaborate with library staff to schedule and support events in other commons spaces and classrooms in the library. Support library events and assist with catering orders and logistics.
• Team Collaboration:Contribute to the overarching goals of The Green and the library and the team members located within. Actively engage in data collection and processing, strategizing, and planning in support of activities of The Green.
• Social Media and Marketing: Creatively represent The Green and the library by helping create flyers and social media marketing for events and support the execution of marketing plans. Act as a liaison with Printing, Mailing, and Shipping for special print needs.
• Fiscal Support: Assist with credit card management and reconciliation for The Green and the library. Manage the library’s budget, including check requests and budget line tracking.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience
• Experience creating highly welcoming and personable environments, especially for young adults
• Experience with data visualization and data management
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Abilities to work adaptively in a collaborative environment with frequent interruptions and fluctuating priorities and to meet deadlines
• Abilities to work independently, as a member of a team, and without supervision at times
• Abilities to manage confidential and sensitive information and maintain discretion
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside normal business hours in support of department/office activities

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• College degree
• Prior administrative or reception role in higher education
• Previous experience in a higher education setting working with various stakeholders including students and their families, faculty, staff, alumnae/i, and campus guests

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hollinshr@hollins.edu.  Candidates are encouraged to comment in their cover letter on how their contributions will further the university’s efforts to ensure the success and inclusion of all members of its community.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Semi-final candidates will be asked to submit contact information for three references.

About Hollins

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose.  Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment.  The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.