Position Overview:
Are you poised to lead a transformative era in healthcare education and practice in Kansas? McPherson College invites applications for the Director of Healthcare Initiatives, a pivotal role designed for visionary leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to academic excellence. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of faculty to shape the future of healthcare education in Kansas.

Job Description:
The Director of Healthcare Initiatives will lead our health sciences and sport studies programs, emphasizing experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies, and robust internship opportunities.   This is a full time, 12-month exempt position eligible for the college’s full benefits package.  Recognized for ten years as a Great College to Work For, McPherson College offers exceptional employee benefits, including a notable retirement contribution after 12 months of employment.

This role involves:

• Oversee academic department operations. In consultation with the department chairs and the VPAA, make recommendations on curriculum, staffing and new courses.
• Establishing partnerships with local healthcare organizations and agencies to promote student internships and service-learning opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare providers, especially in rural settings, to meet local workforce demands.
• Lead research initiatives and grant writing efforts to secure funding for health projects.
• Promoting student-centered teaching methods that produce graduates known for their problem-solving abilities, strong work ethic, and service orientation.
• Heading the student internship and professional outreaching opportunities.
• Developing and delivering courses in health-related fields.

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree is required; An earned doctorate in public health, healthcare administration, or a health-related field is preferred.
• Teaching, scholarly and/or professional experience in healthcare management, education, or program development with a minimum of 6 years of professional and/or teaching experience is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-college environment is preferred.
• Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit:

• A letter of interest detailing your alignment with the position requirements and how you, in this position, will help address the challenges facing rural healthcare in the region.
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Unofficial transcripts from undergraduate and graduate studies.
• Contact information for three professional references. (References will be contacted post-permission.)

Only letters of professional reference may be sent to:  [email protected]  All other application materials should be uploaded in the application.

This position will be open until filled.

McPherson College is seeking a Head Women’s Soccer Coach with the proven ability to manage a successful program and join a dynamic athletic culture where coaches and student athletes strive for an excellent student athletic experience.  This position reports to the college’s Athletic Director.

This is a full time, exempt 12-month position with full college benefits including a substantial retirement benefit after one year of employment as well as a full tuition remission after two years of employment.  McPherson College was nationally recognized as a great college to work for 10  consecutive years.

This individual will be responsible for daily management, instruction and administration of all phases of the Women’s Soccer program in accordance with all NAIA and College regulations. Specific areas of responsibility include: instructing on practice, game preparation and strategy; assistant coach and support staff supervision; recruitment of prospective student-athletes; retention of student-athletes, monitoring the academic progress of the Women’s  Soccer student athletes; preparation and oversight of budget; community outreach; and  program specific and departmental fundraising.

The successful candidate must possess and will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, strong work ethic and self-motivation, the ability and willingness to be a positive role model, department member and representative of the college.

Bachelor’s Degree required, Masters’ preferred; three years of collegiate coaching experience required.

McPherson College, in McPherson, KS, is a four-year church-related, career-oriented liberal arts institution with membership in the NAIA and the KCAC.   Athletics supports the college’s mission to develop whole persons through scholarship, participation and service.

Please complete the online application below with a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.

No phone calls.

This position is open until filled.

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Financial Aid.  This is a full time, hourly, 12-month position eligible for the college’s full employee benefits plan.

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid supports the director in office administration and coverage, attends meetings and serves in the absence of the director as well as provides oversight to financial aid support staff and student workers. This position is expected to implement financial aid strategy through demonstrated organizational leadership, proactive fiscal controls and excellent customer service. This position is responsible for awarding institutional, federal, and state aid while assuring compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience in a college or university financial aid office. Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook and any financial aid software for higher ed. McPherson College uses JenzabarOne for financial aid awarding.

This positon requires a Bachelor’s degree.

Alternative work schedule may include an occasional evenings or weekends.

Please complete the online application below and attach a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Position is open until filled.

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Financial Aid Counselor.  This is a full time, hourly, 12-month position eligible for the college’s employee full benefits plan.

The Financial Aid Counselor reports to the Director of Financial Aid and provides oversight to financial aid support staff and student workers. This position is responsible for the accurate and timely creation and management of student records and support the college’s student recruitment efforts. This position provides financial administrative support to the Financial Aid office by performing office and clerical duties such as processing grants, loans and work study programs, composing correspondence, maintaining the financial aid filing system and entering detailed data into several financial aid databases. This position is expected to implement the institution’s financial aid strategy through packaging institutional, state, and federal funds while maintaining federal compliance, guidance, and best practices.

Minimal qualifications include proficiency with Microsoft Office products and Outlook email. In addition, the successful candidate will be courteous and professional with their customer service skills and will have exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Additionally the ability to navigate institutional technology is expected.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree.

One year’s experience in a financial office or department is required.

Proficiency in word-processing data entry such as 10-key and typing required such as Excel Spreadsheets and other Microsoft Office software and any other Financial Aid software such as Jenzabar and Slate.

Alternative work schedule may include an occasional evenings or weekends.

Please complete the online application below and attach a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Position is open until filled.

Want to join a nationally recognized “great college to work for” and make a difference in employees’ lives and their workplace? Do you like to work in a fast-paced customer service environment where no day is ever the same? If yes, then now is the time to join one of the fastest growing colleges in the state of Kansas. Join McPherson College, as the next Executive Director of Human Resources.

The Executive Director of Human Resources is responsible for developing, executing and assessing human resource strategy in support of the overall strategic direction of McPherson College, specifically in the areas of talent management, change management, organizational and performance management, training and development, employee relations, policy and procedure, compensation and employee wellness and benefits programs. The Executive Director executes both the tactical and the strategic duties of the human resources office. Most of the Executive Director of Human Resources time will be spent working individually or in small groups working with employees on human resources’ issues.

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position which is eligible for all college benefits, including an industry-leading 10% employer match to the employee’s retirement plan. Tuition reimbursement and annual compensation increases are also available for this position.  This position reports to the CFO and supports operational departments across the President’s cabinet.

The preferred applicant would have in their background:

Education: A BS/BA degree from an accredited college/university in business or human resources management. A master’s degree is preferred. A PHR or SPHR certification is preferred.  Academic experience and Title IX experience is also preferred.

Experience: A minimum of 10 – 15 years of HR experience, with at least five years serving in a generalist role.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communications skills are required. The ability to effectively work with third party providers.

Other Skills:  Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Windows, Excel and Word Outlook; and familiarity in a robust HRIS such as Jenzabar, Banner or SAP is required with an ability to utilize AI technology appropriately. Experience with benefits admin portals is preferred. Conflict resolution skills are required.

Easy to apply by completing the online application below and submit your cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references. One professional reference should be a former supervisor.

Position is open until filled.

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the position of Director of Wellbeing.

McPherson College is a career-oriented, liberal arts institution. It is located in McPherson, Kansas, about one hour north of Wichita, the largest city in the state.   McPherson offers a robust quality of life to all its residents.  Founded in 1887 by members of the Church of the Brethren, the college remains committed to the values of the church: peace and justice, ethical behavior, and putting faith into action. The mission of McPherson College is to develop whole persons through scholarship, participation and service. The college has a primarily residence student body of over 800 with 33% minority, and has been identified as rising Hispanic serving institution.  For more information, please visit www.mcpherson.edu.

The individual in this role acts as a primary administrator of the Student Affairs program and staff related to student mental health and wellness. The Director will plan, organize, and direct programs, operations, and activities addressing the emotional well-being needs of students.  Collaborate with other departments to deliver prevention programming, health education, and health and safety risk management; coordinate and direct communications, services, resources, and information to meet student health needs.

This is a 12-month, exempt, full-time position with some evening and/or weekend hours.  This position serves as an after hour’s consultant for student crises.   Additionally, this position is eligible for full college benefits including a generous retirement benefit and a full college tuition benefit after only two years of employment.   This position will supervise student wellness interns, intramurals staff and fitness assistant.

The ideal candidate will exercise a high level of discretion and judgment in the day-to-day operation, embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and possesses strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

Experience in case management and wellness educational programming is required.  Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.  Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and institutional technology such as Jenzabar, Adirondack, Formstack and Canva is preferred.

Compensation:

Salary based on qualifications.

Application Instructions:

Please complete the online application below cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three professional references required.

McPherson College welcomes application materials for the position of Custodian.

A custodian is a full-time, benefits eligible staff member of the Facilities Management department.  This is a non-exempt or hourly position.

As a staff member, a Custodian is expected to work toward the objectives of the Facilities Management department.  Daily tasks may include: Cleaning college dorms and buildings to include chalkboards and windows, replenishing paper supplies, emptying trash and deep cleaning projects.   A Custodian must be able to work in a team environment, display excellent customer service skills at all times and complete duties within deadlines.

A custodian will be expected to work 40 hours per week – 7am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.   Additional day, evening and occasional weekend hours may be required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities include:

1. High School Diploma or equivalency is preferred
2. Ability and willingness to understand and communicate with others including people with diverse opinions and values.
3. Demonstrate leadership abilities and the embodiment of the college mission related to Scholarship, Participation, and Service.
4. One year experience with team cleaning and procedures.
5. The ability to lift, carry, push and/pull objectives and materials of a medium weight up to 30 lbs.

Please complete an application at our Facilities Management office on our college campus between the hours of 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.

Or complete the online application below.

This position is open until filled.

McPherson College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and people from traditionally under-represented groups.

McPherson College is seeking a full-time Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor.  This position is a full-time, 12-month, hourly position.  This position reports to the Associate VP of Enrollment and is eligible for college benefits.

The Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for extensive contact with prospective students and their families. The position will be expected to manage a pool of prospects for multiple recruiting years as well as contribute to and be responsible for the successful achievement of the overall goals established for the admissions office as well as individual recruitment goals.   Duties also include special programs, recruiting event and presentations.

Bachelor’s degree required; 1-2 years experience in a small college setting preferred. Ideal candidate will be skilled at communicating with a diverse range of individuals, energetic in reaching out to prospective students and determined to set and achieve high recruiting goals. Accuracy, organization and attention to detail will be essential.

Travel is required.  Additional evening hours once or twice a week with occasional weekend hours.

Please complete the online application below with a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references.