Invitation to Apply from Mary Dana Hinton, Ph.D., Hollins University’s Thirteenth President 

In 2020, Hollins University embarked on a bold and necessary plan to ensure all of our students – including the voices and concerns of students of color – are heard, seen, and valued, and feel safe on campus; to create an environment of inclusive excellence that supports rigorous teaching and learning in the liberal arts tradition; and to develop a plan that guides our efforts to be an inclusive community. This year, we continue to actively advance the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus. Inclusive excellence at Hollins encompasses our commitment to interdisciplinary and experiential learning for all students. It’s an exciting and hopeful time to join our community; I invite you to learn more about us and to submit an application.  

Levavi Oculos!
President Mary Dana Hinton, Ph.D.
Hollins University

(positions last updated 3/17/24)

Questions?

Contact Human Resources!

hollinshr@hollins.edu
540-362-6660

  • Assistant to the Vice President for Student Success, Well-Being, and Belonging – NEW!

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    (posted 3/6/24)

    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.

    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.

  • Custodians

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    (updated 2/11/22)

    Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for full-time (40 hours/week) custodians.  These positions work Monday-Friday on the 4:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. shift.  Custodial employees are eligible for health and life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and tuition assistance benefits.

    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 United States driver’s license with minimal violations.  Selected candidates 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.  Candidates must indicate what shift(s) they can work on the application.

    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. 

  • English Programs Administrative Coordinator – NEW!

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    (posted 2/22/24)

    Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia seeks applications for an English Programs Administrative Coordinator.

    About the Role

    The English Programs Administrative Coordinator supports and reports to the Chair of English and Creative Writing, the Director of the Jackson Center for Creative Writing, and the Editor of the journal, Children’s Literature, to plan and implement projects, publications, and events and represents the units to external audiences. This position provides administrative assistance to and manages daily, weekly, and annual functions of the department, undergraduate programs, creative writing graduate program, and the journal. The coordinator also supervises 1-3 work-study students and has some responsibility for helping supervise 20 department graduate assistants.

    Specific duties include the following:

    Administrative Support

    • First point of contact for the department and program: answer the phone, reply to emails, and direct inquiries to correct office as needed.
    • Data management, department and program documentation, and record-keeping: take minutes at department meetings, maintain student records, retain procedure and practice records, and maintain over fifteen email contact lists.
    • Financial responsibility: oversee approximately fifteen budgets, prepare payments and reimbursements, reconcile multiple credit card statements, and oversee graduate travel and research awards.
    • Document preparation: create or revise materials related to undergraduate advising, course scheduling, creative writing courses, graduate admission, graduate registration, and graduate comprehensive exam. Maintain department Moodle site.
    • Contest and award management: oversee budgets, receive submissions, create databases, prepare packets for judging, and prepare and send notifications.
    • MFA admission support: closely collaborate with the Graduate Programs and Continuing Studies office throughout the application process. Maintain databases for application status updates. Communicate and meet with prospective and admitted students.
    • Thesis management: review materials before submission, receive and catalog materials, oversee approvals, and disperse for storage.
    • Manage office and classroom supplies: identify needs, submit orders, and ensure materials are on hand.
    • Building management: submit maintenance requests, prepare offices for new faculty, manage bulletin board notices, and order building signage.
    • Train, supervise, and evaluate approximately three student employees.
    • Work with the Director to oversee 20 Graduate Assistants.


    Public Relations, Marketing, and Events Management

    • Event planning for public readings and lectures, academic and program receptions, faculty job searches, and graduate orientation as well as Association of Writers and Writing Programs conference participation preparation. Reserve event spaces, oversee catering, and prepare and ship materials. Coordinate travel plans and logistics for speakers and visitors. Manage publicity (including the creation of flyers), maintain over 15 email contact lists, and send email blasts.
    • Maintain archival audio/video recordings and programs for department-sponsored events.


    Project and Community Coordinator

    • Facilitate communications and build networks: receive information from and/or distribute information to faculty, students, campus offices, and general public.
    • Serve as resource for faculty and students: address program questions, academic or personal concerns, and building issues; be proactive and creative problem-solver for issues that may arise; and assist in onboarding of new faculty, including graduate Teaching Fellows, Writer-in-Residence, leave replacements, and adjuncts.
    • Manage tasks and communications: be proactive in planning and implementing all tasks, ensure responses to queries are received, be timely in sending information and notifications, and assist the Chair and the Director in keeping up with their to-do lists.


    Editorial Support

    • Communicate with editors and staff at Johns Hopkins University Press (JHUP), authors, librarians, archivists, and readers via email.
    • Submission management: receive, process, and track submissions and reader reports and maintain journal log.
    • Volume manuscript management: format all documents to JHUP’s specifications and organize files for submission. Send copy-edited text and proof to authors and receive and organize responses. Upload original documents, copy-edited text, and proof to JHUP server.


    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 and multifunction printers
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with faculty, students, staff, alumnae/i, and visitors using tact, diplomacy, and appropriate judgment
    • Excellent organizational, time management, multitasking, detail, and accuracy skills
    • Ability to manage a complex work environment with multiple roles and supervisors
    • Abilities to meet deadlines and adapt focus with shifting schedules and priorities
    • Abilities to work independently, as a member of a team, and without supervision at times
    • Ability to solve problems resourcefully
    • Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information and maintain discretion
    • Ability and willingness to work occasional evening and weekend hours in support of department activities during the academic year

     

    Preferred candidates will have the following:

    • College degree
    • Prior administrative role in higher education
    • Experience with proofreading, copy-editing, and layout and design
    • Event planning experience
    • Budget management experience
    • Supervisory experience
    • Experience in the fields of English, Creative Writing, and/or Children’s Literature
    • 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.

    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.

  • Enterprise Data Administrator

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    (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.

  • Equity, Community, and Title IX Program Director – NEW!

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    (posted 3/6/24)

    Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia seeks applications for an Equity, Community, and Title IX Program Director.

    About the Role

    The Equity, Community, and Title IX Program Director develops and/or manages Title IX and bias responses. This position provides leadership and informational programs to help students develop and maintain healthy relationships in relation to interpersonal violence and aids the campus community in its ability to discuss and explore issues of diversity, inclusion, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, social class, political affiliation, national origin, sexual orientation, and other issues. The program director is also responsible for restorative, equity-based, cultural, and LGBTQIA+ programs and trainings and for building partnerships with student leaders and groups. This position reports to the Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and supervises 1-2 work-study students during the academic year.

    Specific duties include the following:

    Educational Programming

    • Develop and/or manage Title IX, bias response, bystander intervention, and safe haven training curriculum and programming for students, faculty, and staff to increase awareness and understanding of sexual harassment and other protected classes.
    • In collaboration with Human Resources, develop and/or manage working with minors training and information dissemination for various employees.
    • Organize and implement evidenced-based and restorative programs and trainings in partnership with the Executive Director of DEIB and the Dean of Students.
    • Initiate equity-based activities and events in collaboration with faculty, staff, and students and develop evaluative measures to measure efficacy of programming including, but not limited to, feedback surveys, focus groups, etc.
    • Oversee and coordinate the institution’s monthly cultural programs (e.g., Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month, Coming Out Week, Native American Heritage, Asian American Heritage Month, Black History Month, etc.) and events in conjunction with dedicated student leaders while extending efforts into the Roanoke Valley community, including, but not limited to, collaboration with faculty and staff cross-institutionally on service learning, experiential, and volunteer opportunities.
    • Collaborate with the Executive Director of DEIB and Vice President for Student Success, Well-Being, and Belonging (SSWBB) to identify and create programming to support students who identify as LGBTQIA+.
    • Build partnerships with student groups SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance) and CASA (Coalition Against Sexual Assault); Academic Affairs; SSWBB; and community organizations to execute strategies that directly support access, gender identity, and mental and emotional well-being.
    • Create semester programming calendar in partnership with other campus departments and students.
    • Provide oversite, support, and effective educational training about power, privilege, intersectionality, and social justice to student organizations, student organization leaders, and various constituency groups.

     

    Mentoring/Leadership

    • Assist with student onboarding efforts related to pre-orientation, student orientation, and/or transition programs for specific populations as they acclimate to the campus community.

     

    Title IX/Harassment/Bias

    • Serve as the university’s Title IX Coordinator.
    • Oversee and manage all aspects of Title IX and bias reporting and responses of faculty, staff, and students.
    • Update and maintain Title IX/Harassment Grievance/Bias Response manual including procedures, strategic plans, and ongoing practices that should be undertaken to ensure that the entire campus promotes a commitment to restorative approaches and prevention.
    • Oversee and organize the university’s Harassment Grievance Board.
    • Develop an institutional approach for ongoing education and prevention programs for faculty, staff, and student leaders annually, including working with minors training for various employees.
    • Maintain log of annual trainings in collaboration with Human Resources and respective SSWBB and Academic Affairs areas.
    • In collaboration with the Executive Director of DEIB and VP for SSWBB, evaluate and route incidents to respective areas for investigation.
    • Generate monthly reports and data analytics and provide monthly briefings to the Executive Director of DEIB and VP for SSWBB.
    • Stay abreast of regulations and procedural changes in Title IX policies, responses, and briefings.
    • Review and assess evaluation and incident response processes using best practices and as directed by Title IX mandates.
    • Consult with the Chief Human Resources Officer on any situations involving employees.
    • Stay abreast of best practices as they relate to Title IX, harassment, and bias response and reporting that are aligned with national standards and evidenced-based practices.

     

    Communication

    • Coordinate communications, presentations, and incident responses as reported by the campus community. Provide relevant updates to involved individuals. Update DEIB data dashboard with number of incidents monthly.
    • Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the Executive Director of DEIB and VP for SSWBB informed of all critical issues and ensure uniform data dissemination.

     

    Assessment

    • Create systems to evaluate programming, activities, and events to ensure they are on track to meet the office’s annual goals by synthesizing, analyzing, and managing data. Use analytics and field knowledge to guide strategy decisions.
    • Develop criteria to measure the office’s programming, activities, and events.

     

    Research

    • Conduct research on internal, local, national, and global matters of DEIB with a specific focus on the higher education climate. Provide monthly briefings for SSWBB.

     

    Position Qualifications

    Successful applicants must have the following qualifications and experience:

    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
    • Minimum of three years of experience in higher education in sexual violence prevention; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and/or student engagement programming with a focus on working with diverse populations.
    • Experience coordinating, developing, and leading DEIB programs.
    • Experience with or knowledge of Title IX, Title VII, and Title II federal laws.
    • Strong leadership, collaboration, project management, problem‐solving, change management, and influencing skills.
    • Experience in researching, developing, and implementing student success, retention, and persistence programs specifically for underrepresented students.
    • Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to think qualitatively, as well as quantitatively, to produce high quality of work reflecting attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Advanced knowledge of analytical, statistical, and data visualization tools.
    • Ability and willingness to travel.

     

    Preferred candidates will have the following:

    • Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, women and gender studies, social work, higher education, or related field.
    • Previous experience as a Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinator.

     

    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 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.

  • General Maintenance Repair Person

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    (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).

  • General Maintenance Repair Person with Plumbing Experience

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    (posted 1/10/24)

    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; 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. 

  • Groom/Stable Workers (full-time and part-time)

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    (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.

  • Security Officers

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    (updated 1/19/24)

    Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for two full-time positions of Security Officer.  These positions provide security patrol services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year for the university.  One vacancy works 11 p.m. – 7 a.m., and the other vacancy works 6 p.m. – 4 a.m.  Both positions work 40 hours/week 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 is 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 candidates 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; 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.