Staff Positions

(posted 4/30/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia seeks applications for an Accountant or Senior Accountant.

About the Role

The Accountant/Senior Accountant assists in performing the university’s accounting operations and internal controls through monitoring and reconciling the general ledger activity for accuracy, preparing journal entries, and helping with monthly/fiscal year-end closes, financial statement preparations, and audits.  This position reports to the Accounting Director and supervises approximately two work-study students.

Specific duties include the following:

• Prepares balance sheet reconciliations within 45 days of close for cash, short-term investments, receivables, payables, payroll, and fees paid in advance, as well as prepaid, suspense, loan, and agency accounts. Requests support from system responsibility owners to investigate variances.
• Books journal entries including credit card transactions and mail, copier, and van activities.
• Closes the ledger monthly and updates and distributes the operational calendar.
• Serves as the primary contact for the accounting@hollins.edu email account.
• Supports the campus community on questions regarding their ledger and budget accounts.
• Assists with fiscal year-end close, preparation of financials statements, audit requests, and tax return preparations as needed.
• Reviews property, facilities, and equipment for correct application of relevant generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to the acquisition, disposition/sale, and depreciation of assets.
• Assists in ensuring appropriate accounting of donor restricted funds.
• Aids with system enhancements, documenting and testing internal controls, and implementing new policies and procedures.
• Helps train and guide the part-time Cashier/Accounting Assistant and work-study students for accounting matters.

Position Qualifications 

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience for Accountant position and minimum six years of relevant experience for Senior Accountant position.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and reporting policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication, customer service, detail, accuracy, organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven abilities to meet deadlines, make sound judgments, manage confidential and sensitive matters, and work effectively with internal and external constituents.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Current or pursuing CPA certification.
• Proficiency with query tools (e.g., Power BI or Orbit).
• Experience working at a private higher education institution or other non-profit organization.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner as an ERP system.

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, credit and criminal history 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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 5/13/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Admission Counselor or Assistant Director of Admission.

Reporting to the Director of Admission and Recruitment Operations, this position represents the institution to prospective students and parents, college counselors, and alumnae/i and recruits secondary school students to Hollins.  Primary responsibilities include assisting students throughout the selection, application, admission, financial aid, and enrollment processes.  This position facilitates recruitment activities within a specified region and assists conducting outreach to prospective students through various communication methods.

Successful applicants must have a bachelor’s degree; Microsoft Office proficiency; well-developed communication, presentation, and organizational skills; ability to articulate the value of a liberal arts education for women; demonstrated success working with diverse populations; and a commitment to enrolling a diverse student body.  Candidates must be self-motivated and have abilities to work independently and on a team, work effectively with students, work on special projects that support enrollment goals, and to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with other campus departments.  Applicants must have a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations and abilities and willingness to travel by ground and air and to work nights and weekends as needed.  Preferred qualifications include experience in girls’ or women’s education and with Technolutions Slate CRM.

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, 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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 7/6/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia seeks applications for an Assistant to the Vice President for Student Success, Well-Being, and Belonging.

About the Role

This position serves as the primary administrative support person for the Vice President for Student Success, Well-being, and Belonging (SSWBB). Other duties include supporting the day-to-day operations of SSWBB, performing a wide variety of administrative functions, supervising 1-2 work-study students, and serving as a liaison with the President’s Office administrative staff on appointment scheduling and Board of Trustees member support.

Specific duties include the following:

• Serve as the primary contact for SSWBB including foot traffic, phone calls, and general emails, making referrals as necessary
• Supervise work-study students within SSWBB
• Schedule appointments for the Vice President for Student Success, Well-being, and Belonging
• Use judgement and independence to make changes to schedules and matters of support for the efficiency and effectiveness of the vice president and division
• Track and monitor pending issues for follow-up
• Independently draft meeting agendas for approval
• Assist with organization and implementation of special events under the purview and responsibility of SSWBB or collaborating departments
• Maintain budget records for vice president’s accounts
• Organize budget reporting of SSWBB departments for review by vice president monthly
• As needed, update specific information in Banner, Athena, Maxient, and/or other software systems used in supporting and serving students
• Keep minutes for SSWBB senior leadership meetings (weekly), directors meetings (bi-weekly), and division meetings (monthly) as well as the Board of Trustees Committee on Student Success, Well-being, and Belonging (three to four times per year)
• Organize and upload documents for university boards and student-related hearings and meetings
• Design/complete word processing and computer projects (e.g., flyers, bulletins, newsletters, electronic media, correspondence) as needed
• Update and maintain the web sites for SSWBB
• Oversee day-to-day maintenance of facilities for the division, submit online work orders, and follow through on requests
• Oversee multifunction device service, inventory, and supplies
• Oversee filing system, ensuring confidentiality
• Maintain office supplies for vice president’s office staff
• Schedule major events and programming for SSWBB on the university calendar
• Collect mail, disseminate mailings, keep and update mailing lists, and produce labels
• Coordinate electronic mailings to students (new and returning) and families over the summer

Position Qualifications 

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three years of related experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Proficiency with multifunction devices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant interruptions
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently and without supervision at times
• Ability to work successfully, collaboratively, and congenially with office members within the division and across campus
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, resolve problems, and adjust to change
• Ability to demonstrate mature judgment, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information and maintain discretion
• Possess deep understanding of and commitment to working in and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Ability and willingness to work early, late, and/or on weekends during special events (orientation, commencement, etc.)

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• Two years of college
• Previous experience in an administrative support role in higher education
• Previous experience working in or managing a professional office setting
• Previous experience with business communications, including style and format of letters, memoranda, minutes, reports, etc.
• Database experience
• Ellucian Banner experience
• Microsoft Publisher experience
• Skills to use and manage professional social media platforms including, but not limited to, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
• Knowledge of and experience with Hollins University

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.  Previous applicants need not apply.

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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 7/20/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Cashier/Accounting Assistant.  The position works 5 hours/day Monday-Friday for a total of 25 hours/week.  Must work 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. daily with flexibility on one additional hour and a half hour unpaid lunch if desired.

About the Role

This position reports to the Director of Accounting and is responsible for all cashiering functions for the university, performs various administrative and accounting duties, and assists the Manager of Student Accounts in responding to inquiries on student accounts.

Specific duties include the following:

• Processes all cash receipts for the university, including receiving and processing payments (cash, checks, and credit cards) for student accounts and various other departmental transactions
• Prepares and balances the daily deposits for all university transactions
• Reconciles the monies kept in the cashier drawer and in the Business Office safe
• Answers and directs all calls for the Business Office
• Responds to student/parent inquiries on student account charges, credits, and payments by telephone, e-mail, and in person
• Assists with stock and gift reconciliations, as well as other general leger account reconciliations
• Distributes accounts payable checks
• Records Hollins Store daily activity to the general ledger
• Prepares journal entries for various departmental charges, credit cards. and miscellaneous payments
• Collects, delivers, and sorts mail for the Business Office

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of cashier and/or general bookkeeping/accounting assistant experience
• Microsoft Office suite proficiencies, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat
• Data entry and computer operations proficiencies
• Strong customer service, written and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational, detail, accuracy, and multitasking skills
• Abilities to take initiative and resolve problems
• Ability to be discreet and confidential regarding all accounts receivable information
• Abilities to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work in a highly interruptive environment
• Ability to work effectively with all university and external constituencies

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• Ellucian Banner experience
• Online billing systems experience
• Online credit card processing software experience

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, criminal history and credit history 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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information. 

(updated 1/11/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia seeks applications for an Enterprise Data Administrator.

About the Role

The Enterprise Data Administrator reports to the Chief Information Officer and works with the other members of the Administrative Computing team to administer and support the university’s ERP system (Ellucian Banner) and its integrations with third-party applications (file-based, API, and web services), particularly operational reporting tools.  This position consults, trains, and supports various campus constituent groups to ensure these applications are used effectively and securely.  Additionally, this role monitors the Banner Support Line (Help Desk) and directly supports Banner users in various functional areas such as the Business Office, Financial Aid, Institutional Advancement, Registrar’s Office, etc.

Specific duties include the following:

• Support enterprise data applications, enterprise records and reporting, and related third-party integrations as part of the Administrative Computing team.
• Collaborate with the Administrative Computing team to support and maintain elements of the enterprise reporting infrastructure (e.g., institutional data marts, web servers, application servers, etc.).
• Create training materials and support documentation for the university’s enterprise data applications.
• Monitor the Banner Help Desk and provide technical assistance by responding to end-users’ inquiries about errors, problems, and service requests.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, time management, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills.
• Abilities to work in a fast-paced environment independently and as a part of a team.
• Abilities to prioritize multiple responsibilities, adjust to change, and manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Deep understanding of and commitment to working in and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside normal work hours for emergency support and critical or time-sensitive projects.

Preferred candidates will have the following:

• College degree.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner or other higher education ERP systems.
• Familiarity with SQL.
• Experience working in higher education.

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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 10/14/22)

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

This position provides general maintenance and repair services to buildings, fixtures, utilities, and vehicles; performs inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, adjustment, repair, and replacement of mechanical and plumbing 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.  Other duties include changing HVAC filters and performing small, light carpentry projects.  Additionally, this maintenance repair person oversees the university key system including record-keeping, making new and replacement keys, and installing and replacing door hardware.  This position 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; general knowledge of maintenance of carpentry items and heating, air conditioning, steam, condensate, and chilled water lines; basic knowledge of safety checks and minor repairs to vehicles and small equipment; full range of body motion including lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds; abilities to operate motorized equipment and hand and power tools; ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environments; excellent communication skills; and a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations.  Must also be a self-starter, team player, have basic computer skills, and 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 is an independent, liberal arts university offering undergraduate education for women and selected graduate programs for men and women.  Founded in 1842 as Virginia’s oldest chartered women’s college, Hollins provides abundant opportunities to students for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and provides access to real-world experience through internships around the globe supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

For more information about Hollins, please visit our website (www.hollins.edu).

(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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 10/17/23)

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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 4/2/24)

Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time security officer.  The campus security officers provide security patrol services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year for the university.  The current opening works 40 hours/week from 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. with rotating days off, and applicants must be able to work any shift with rotating days off.  Full-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and tuition assistance benefits.

Successful applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal U.S. residents eligible for employment; be at least 21 years of age; possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; and have a valid U.S. driver’s license with minimal violations from state of residence.  Candidates must also have strong verbal and written communication skills including listening effectively; relating well to others; collecting and documenting information quickly, accurately, and thoroughly; and writing succinct reports.  Additionally, applicants must have excellent multitasking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, as well as abilities to work independently and as a team member, and remain levelheaded and provide support during emergencies and crises.  Also needed are a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging and a willingness to learn and grow in the position.

Candidates must be able to achieve and maintain Virginia campus security officer certification.  Applicants with law enforcement, campus security, private security, or related military experience are preferred.  The selected candidate will be subject to criminal history and motor vehicle background checks.  Employment applications may be obtained here and should be returned via e-mail 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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university.  Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 6/28/24)

Hollins University, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), invites applications for the full-time position of Women’s Cross-Country and Track & Field Head Coach beginning immediately. This is a full-time, 11-month (August – June) position reporting to the Director of Athletics and jointly supervising the Women’s Track & Field Assistant Coach.

About the Role

Cross-country, indoor, and outdoor sport duties for the Head Coach include a commitment to exceptional coaching, as well as to the development of the holistic student-athlete experience at Hollins University. In addition to coaching responsibilities, this position will direct and facilitate recruitment for the program(s) working towards roster goals provided by the Director of Athletics. Additionally, the Head Coach will be engaged in culture and team-building within the program focusing on engagement of returning student-athletes. Other responsibilities include administration of the program, including scheduling of competitions, coordination of team travel, and budget management. The Head Coach must demonstrate a commitment to advancing Hollins’ diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals and working effectively with a diverse student population. This position also supports wellness initiatives, including serving as an instructor for physical education and/or well-being courses for undergraduate students.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in physical education or related field, a minimum of two years of relevant cross-country and track and field coaching experience, a thorough understanding and working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and NSCA principles, possession of (or ability to obtain upon hire) first aid and CPR certifications, and a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations. Candidates must demonstrate effective coaching methods; exhibit excellent recruiting, leadership, role-modeling, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; have demonstrated success working with diverse populations; and possess Microsoft Office proficiency. Applicants must also have abilities to work well with students, families, and campus constituencies, as well as work independently and as part of a team. Candidates must also be willing and able to travel, to transport student-athletes in university vehicles, and to work evenings and weekends. Applicants with prior relevant collegiate coaching experience, specifically at the DIII level, and in a single-sex, residential, liberal arts higher education institution are preferred.

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hollinshr@hollins.edu. Candidates should discuss in their cover letter how their contributions will enhance the university’s athletics program and the institution’s efforts to support diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and an increasingly diverse student population. 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, 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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university. Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.

(posted 6/28/24)

Hollins University, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), invites applications for the full-time position of Women’s Track & Field Assistant Coach beginning immediately. This is a full-time, 11-month (August – June) position reporting to the Director of Athletics in conjunction with the Women’s Cross-Country and Track & Field Head Coach.

About the Role

Indoor and outdoor sport coaching duties including supporting the head coach through coaching, student-athlete development, recruitment, and program administration, as well as helping advance Hollins’ diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals, and working effectively with a diverse student population. This position may also teach physical education courses.

Position Qualifications

Successful applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, a thorough understanding and working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and NSCA principles, possession of (or ability to obtain upon hire) first aid and CPR certifications, and a valid United States driver’s license with minimal violations. Candidates must demonstrate effective coaching methods; exhibit excellent recruiting, leadership, role-modeling, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; have demonstrated success working with diverse populations; and possess Microsoft Office proficiency. Applicants must have abilities to work well with students, families, and campus constituencies, as well as work independently and as part of a team. Candidates must also be willing and able to travel and work evenings and weekends. Applicants with experience as a sprints, jumps, and hurdles coach; minimum of one year of relevant coaching experience (preferably at the collegiate level); as a physical education instructor; and in a single-sex, residential, liberal arts higher education institution are preferred.

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hollinshr@hollins.edu. Candidates should discuss in their cover letter how their contributions will enhance the university’s athletics program and the institution’s efforts to support diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and an increasingly diverse student population. 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, 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.

An equal opportunity employer, Hollins fosters diversity and inclusiveness at every level of the university. Persons of all genders, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.