Career & Job Opportunities | Hollins University

Hollins University is an equal opportunity employer. Hollins values diversity in its community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented populations.

For more information about the positions listed below, please contact:
Ashleigh McClane
Human Resources Assistant
540-362-6660
hollinshr@hollins.edu

Last updated: 09/27/16

Please note that positions are posted until they are filled.

International Programs Coordinator

(posted 09/27/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of International Programs Coordinator. This position provides assistance to the Director of International Programs with the university’s education abroad programs.

The International Programs Coordinator assists in administering the university’s study-abroad programs, including advising, admission, program and office administration, and student program evaluation; represents the office at campus events; manages the department’s abroad program application system; and processes legal and regulatory documentation pertaining to incoming and resident international students. He/she serves as a designated school officer (DSO) for the Department of Homeland Security’s SEVIS system, is responsible for compliance with SEVIS and federal regulations, and advises international students regarding those regulations.

The successful applicant must have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to international affairs, and a minimum of two years of experience in student affairs, preferably working directly with study-abroad programs or international student services. Candidates should also have international work and/or study-abroad experience. Must have Microsoft Office proficiency; experience with databases and web site design; excellent communication, interpersonal, detail, accuracy, and organizational skills; strong project management and problem-solving skills; and abilities to manage confidential matters, exercise sound judgment, work independently, and work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and staff. Preferred candidates will have knowledge of Ellucian Banner and/or Studio Abroad/Terra Dotta, and/or have previously served as a DSO in SEVIS. Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, salary requirement, and contact information for three references to hollinshr@hollins.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

Painter

(posted 09/23/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time painter.

The painter maintains and performs preventive maintenance painting on buildings’ interiors and exteriors. He/she performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of finishes of exterior surfaces, interior walls, ceilings, and floor surfaces. The painter erects scaffolding, and sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level, prepares parking areas and streets for striping, and operates related machinery. He/she also cleans and inspects gutters and roof drains, and unclogs them as necessary, and restores/refinishes and moves furniture as needed.

Successful applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, excellent communication skills, customer-service focus, and a valid driver’s license with minimal violations. Candidates must have abilities to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, bend, and reach for extended periods of time; full range of body motion; ability to operate hand tools and motorized equipment requiring manual dexterity; and ability to lift/carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Applicants must have abilities, without assistance, to work from ladders, scaffoldings, and elevated platforms up to 65 feet high, and move and operate man/people lifts up to 80 feet high. Must also be a self-starter and team player, and be willing and able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Previous painting experience preferred. Final candidates will be subject to criminal history and motor vehicle background checks.

Employment applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Office Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., or by e-mailing hollinshr@hollins.edu.

Campus Security Dispatcher

(posted 09/23/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Campus Security Dispatcher. This position requires work on a variety of shifts, which may include rotating or permanent shift assignments, as well as holiday and weekend work.

Campus Security Dispatchers provide services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year to the university, and perform detail work ensuring the prompt answer of incoming emergency and non-emergency requests for campus security, police, fire, and emergency medical services units, along with other appropriate university personnel, and the timely and proper dispatch of campus security and other appropriate university personnel. Dispatchers monitor a variety of radio frequencies, cameras, and alarm systems, and serve as a vital link to those deployed. They are also responsible for issuing university identification cards, keys, and equipment and for maintaining records and files.

Successful applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum of one year of work experience with substantial public contact, and excellent communication and computer skills. Applicants with public safety, campus safety, security, or military experience are preferred. Final candidates will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history background check.

Employment applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Office Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., or by e-mailing hollinshr@hollins.edu. Previous applicants need not apply.

Batten Leadership Institute and Special Programs Office Administrative Assistant (part-time)

(posted 08/02/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for the part-time position of Administrative Assistant for the Batten Leadership Institute (BLI) and Special Programs Office. This position works 25 hours/week between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and provides receptionist, administrative, marketing, reporting, and budgetary support. The Administrative Assistant reports jointly to the Executive Director of BLI and the Director of Special Programming.

Receptionist duties include answering and routing phone calls, helping office visitors, scheduling appointments, and handling mail and office supplies. Administrative responsibilities include organizing the office and files; typing, writing, and editing documents; making travel arrangements; and establishing and maintaining e-mail and postal mail distribution lists and student contact information lists. Marketing duties include assisting in the design, layout, and proofreading of materials; assisting with proposals, budgets, room scheduling, planning, and coordination for events; and helping with social media projects. Reporting responsibilities include collecting and maintaining data on BLI students and graduates, running event reports, and maintaining event participant databases. Budgetary support includes processing and maintaining expense and payment records, and collecting, recording, and depositing incoming funds.

The successful applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent; minimum of two years of related experience; proficiencies with Microsoft Office and multifunction devices; and excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication, organizational, detail, accuracy, multitasking, and prioritization skills. Must also have abilities to self-start, work independently and on a team, be productive in an interruptive environment, work effectively with on and off-campus constituencies, and maintain discretion with confidential and sensitive information. Applicants with two years of college and knowledge and experience with Hollins, WordPress, and Constant Contact are preferred. Final candidates will be subject to computer skills testing and criminal and credit history background checks.

Division I Administrative Assistant

(posted 07/29/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of Division I Administrative Assistant. The position works 37.5 hours/week during the academic year and 10 hours/week during the summer.

The administrative assistant provides support to Division I faculty (Modern Languages, Philosophy, Religion, and Classics departments) and the International Programs Office. He/she serves as receptionist and coordinator for the division, office, and building; answers the division office phone, and directs foot traffic; responds to general phone and e-mail inquiries; handles mail; processes check requests; orders office supplies; submits building maintenance work orders; and supervises approx. 3-5 work-study students for each office.

For Division I, the assistant helps faculty with computer and multifunction device projects; prepares class and faculty schedules; coordinates division meetings; oversees the division budget; helps with travel arrangements for faculty and speakers; and supports job searches.

For the International Programs Office, the assistant helps maintain files and update office procedures and student assistant manuals, schedules and coordinates special events, performs data entry, handles insurance and identification cards for students studying abroad, and maintains student research resources.

The successful applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent; minimum of two years of administrative support experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office and multifunction devices; excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, phone, organizational, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills; ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, undergraduate students, graduate students, and parents; and abilities to work in a highly interruptive environment, manage multiple and competing projects, take initiative and work independently, and maintain discretion with confidential and sensitive information. Candidates with knowledge of and experience with Hollins and various databases (ex. Ellucian Banner, MasterCard Smart Data, and Terra Dotta StudioAbroad) are preferred.

Special Advisor on Inclusivity and Diversity

(posted 07/21/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Special Advisor on Inclusivity and Diversity.

Reporting directly to the President, and serving on her/his Cabinet, the special advisor will have broad responsibility for building internal capacity to address issues of inclusivity and diversity at the university. Functioning as an expert resource for the Hollins community, the advisor will have oversight of and coordinate all inclusivity and diversity activities and programs.

The Special Advisor on Inclusivity and Diversity will advise the President and Cabinet on successful inclusivity and diversity models from other institutions of higher education across the country, provide training to Hollins’ senior leadership team and administrators and staff involved in inclusivity and diversity efforts, and work closely with faculty and other employees involved in these efforts. He/she will guide the campus community in developing formats for topical dialogues which align with national and regional trends and discussions, and interact with national groups focusing on the same issues.

The special advisor will establish milestones/assessments to define, measure, and analyze incremental improvements to both the campus climate and a growing capacity to sustain a healthy climate of inclusivity. He/she will then develop, lead, and manage (1) an educational program series to include guest speakers, panels, and other events and (2) a series of faculty training opportunities focused on the pedagogy of inclusivity and cultural competency. Additionally, the special advisor will oversee a sustained dialogue program for students, allowing them to participate in and facilitate discussions to address inclusivity and diversity, and enhancing their capacity to address difficult peer-to-peer issues. He/she will also oversee a sustained inclusivity and diversity dialogue program for faculty and staff and blended groups. The special advisor will have a part-time administrative assistant to support him/her.

Successful applicants must have a master’s degree in a related field; minimum of five years of related experience in an academic or corporate setting; fluency in principles and language of inclusivity and diversity; evidence of progressively responsible administrative leadership experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office; demonstrated project management skills; and excellent communication, interpersonal, and multitasking skills. Candidates must also have abilities to make effective presentations to small and large groups; communicate and work effectively and build strong, collaborative relationships with all levels of faculty, staff, and students; meet objectives and deadlines; work independently, as well as on a team; and manage confidential and sensitive matters. Candidates with experience in a single-sex, residential, liberal arts higher education institution are preferred.

Groom/Stable Worker

(posted 07/20/16)

Hollins University seeks applications for one full-time groom/stable worker to clean stalls, feed and groom horses, and perform general barn duties. Hours are primarily 5:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (but may vary) five days/week, including one weekend day, with flexibility for two days off per week. Experience working with horses preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license with minimal violations. Will be subject to a motor vehicle background check. Employment applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Office Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., or by e-mailing hollinshr@hollins.edu. Previous applicants need not apply.

Head Riding Coach

(posted 07/15/16)

Hollins University, one of the nation’s strongest equestrian schools and a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Head Riding Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month, administrator position reporting to the Director of the Riding Center.

Position teaches riding classes, conducts practices with other coaches, coaches at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) horse show and open horse shows, and assists with and trains donated horses. He/she is also responsible for administrative duties related to students and horse show participation.

Successful applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in education, equine science, or related field; minimum of five years of successful experience with United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and collegiate competitive equestrian teaching/coaching at all levels; understanding and working knowledge of ODAC, IHSA, SWVHJA, and other equestrian organizations and their rules and policies; understanding and working knowledge of horse health; and valid driver’s license with minimal violations.

Candidates must have successful experience designing hunter and equitation courses; demonstrated horse and rider safety skills; demonstrated effective teaching methods; excellent leadership, role-modeling, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated success working with diverse populations; and Microsoft Office proficiency. Applicants must also have abilities to work well with students, campus, alumnae, and equestrian organization constituencies; work independently and as part of a team; and drive university horse vehicles. Must also be able and willing to travel and work evenings and weekends. Applicants with knowledge of the Hollins riding program and experience in a single-sex, residential, liberal arts higher education institution are preferred. Final candidates will be subject to criminal history and motor vehicle background checks. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, salary requirement, and contact information for three references to hollinshr@hollins.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

Director of Marketing

(posted 06/07/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Marketing.

The director helps develop and lead a marketing and communications strategy that supports Hollins’ multifaceted student-recruitment needs; produces the university’s alumnae magazine, which informs key constituencies about campus achievements and priorities; and oversees the development and effectiveness of the university’s website and social media platforms. He/she also collaborates with the offices of Admission, Graduate Programs, Alumnae Relations, and Institutional Advancement in marketing the university.

The Director of Marketing is responsible for the Marketing department, alumnae magazine, and university website budgets. He/she supervises Marketing staff members, including the Public Relations Director, Director of Creative Services, Web Manager, and Marketing Assistant. The director reports to the Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing

Successful applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field; minimum of five years of experience in educational marketing with a record of success in strategic planning or equivalent experience in related areas; knowledge and understanding of various mediums of marketing; and understanding of issues facing higher education and the education of women. Candidates must have superior writing, editing, and communication skills; excellent public presentation skills; strong organizational, project management; and multitasking skills; and demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively. Must also have ability to accurately and clearly assess and communicate organizational priorities and opportunities for the Marketing department and ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of constituents. Candidates with a master’s degree and experience in a single-sex, residential, liberal arts higher education institution are preferred.

Custodians (full-time and part-time)

(posted 06/03/16)

Hollins University is seeking qualified candidates for one full-time and one part-time custodian. The full-time position (40 hours/week) works Monday through Friday on the 4:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. shift with occasional weekends. The part-time position (20 hours/week) works Tuesday through Friday on the 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. shift, and four (4) daytime hours on Saturday.

Qualifications include the ability to perform basic housekeeping functions (dusting, vacuuming, use of floor care equipment, bathroom sanitation, etc.), and may involve furniture moving and setup. Must have abilities to climb stairs, lift up to 50 lbs, and understand and follow directions. Must also be a self-starter and team player, and have a valid driver’s license with minimal violations. Will be subject to criminal history and motor vehicle background checks.

Qualified candidates should obtain an employment application by visiting the Human Resources Office Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., or by e-mailing hollinshr@hollins.edu.

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