Employment Opportunities HOME | Human Resources | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESQUICK LINKS Faculty Positions Staff Positions Vendors/Contractors EmploymentOPPORTUNITIES A beautiful campus, a work environment that focuses on your well-being and holiness and an outstanding student body to serve: All of this and more awaits you at Ave Maria University. Find an opportunity that’s right for you and apply today. EXPLORE OPEN POSITIONSFacultyPOSITIONSAssistant Professor Mathematics Ave Maria University seeks broadly trained candidates for an assistant professor in mathematics beginning July 1, 2023, subject to final administrative approval. A Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field is desired, although candidates with an M.A. will also be considered. Additional requirements include an active program of research, teaching experience, and a commitment to the University’s mission to educate the whole person in light of the Catholic liberal arts tradition as expressed in the document Ex Corde Ecclesiae. The primary duties of the successful applicant will be teaching mathematics courses (both in the curriculum and in the mathematics major), research, and institutional service. Exceptional candidates active in any area are encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a plan of research, and a statement relating their teaching philosophy to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesaie. Candidates should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted in support of their application. If the reference letters need to be submitted directly by the person providing the reference, please have letters sent to Megan Hare. Only complete applications will be considered. Official transcripts are required for faculty appointments and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate. Questions should be directed to Dr. Michael Marsalli, Professor and Chair, Department of Mathematics. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides an excellent benefit package to full-time faculty. APPLYFaculty - Elementary Education The Department of Education at Ave Maria University seeks a highly qualified full-time faculty member to teach Literacy, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and various other courses in-person. Specific responsibilities include planning and teaching undergraduate courses as part of the Elementary Education degree program, which leads students to Florida Department of Education professional teaching licensure, as well as preparing syllabi and instruction materials, maintaining highest possible standards of classroom instruction, evaluating student performance, and keeping abreast of new information and developments in the field of education. Knowledge of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, Florida Standards for Learning, Catholic Curriculum Standards, and Gravissimum Educationis and a variety of experiences in Catholic, Classical, and/or public schools are desired. Qualifications: Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship. A doctorate degree with a Literacy focus from an accredited institution is preferred as well as a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate with Reading and ESOL endorsements. A doctorate degree in a related field with a masters degree in Reading may be considered. Higher education experience and publications in Literacy and/or ESOL are preferred. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Electronic applications to the University’s Talent Management site are required. Applicants should submit a cover letter including experience teaching ESOL in a teacher education program (addressed to Dr. Abigail Fuller, Education Department Chairperson, Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142), a curriculum vitae, a list of three references with their contact information, or three letters of reference, and a short statement relating their philosophy of teaching to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Incomplete applications missing any components, especially the Ex Corde Ecclesiae statement, will not be considered. Have all of the above requested documents prepared and ready to upload at once, as the system does not allow a second log in or upload of additional documents. You may have your reference letters sent via email to the H.R. Director to upload: Jerilyn.klich@avemaria.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis to meet teaching needs as they arise. Any available positions are subject to final administrative approval. Ave Maria University is dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. For more information about Ave Maria University, please visit our website: www.avemaria.edu APPLYFaculty – Marketing Executive-in-Residence Marketing Ave Maria University seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position in Marketing and Business beginning in Spring 2023. Applicants should hold an M.B.A. or an equivalent degree and be able to teach basic and advanced courses in marketing, including Marketing Research, Consumer Behavior, and Digital Marketing. Professional experience in the field is required, as well as an interest in developing internship opportunities for students. The AMU Marketing program is new and fast-growing. It aims to teach marketing as a profession, not a theoretical field, for which a robust and dynamic internship and job-placement program is crucial. Students are provided with the tools and concepts of the world of business to strengthen their analytical skills. At the same time, marketing is supported by a robust core curriculum that instills strong intellectual habits and offers a sound view of reality that helps students to make good decisions. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a statement relating the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in St. John Paul II’s document Ex Corde Ecclesiae to their philosophy of teaching. Have all requested application documents available, and log in to our online talent management site, register, and upload your documents electronically using the below link: Letters of recommendation can be uploaded as you apply or sent confidentially to Peter.Whalen@avemaria.edu, with a cc to Megan.Hare@avemaria.edu. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Position subject to final administrative approval. Ave Maria University provides an excellent benefit package. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. For more information about Ave Maria University please visit our website: https://www.avemaria.edu The town of Ave Maria is Southwest Florida’s newest hometown, built around the Ave Maria University and the Ave Maria Parish. A small, safe, and family oriented community with affordable housing, yet just 30 minutes away you will discover all the treasures of Naples, Florida with its sugar-sand beaches, cultural attractions such as Artis of Naples, the Sugden Community Theater, and a large array of shopping and dining choices. For more information on the community please visit this link: http://www.avemaria.com/community/location APPLYADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF FRENCH Ave Maria University Position Posting Adjunct Professor of French The Communications and Literature Department at Ave Maria University seeks applicants for an Adjunct Professor position in French beginning the spring semester of 2022 as well as semesters in the future. Applicants should hold an advanced degree in French or in a related field with equivalent experience in the French language, and be able to teach the French language and the introductory and intermediate levels. Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a statement relating the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in St. John Paul II’s document Ex Corde Ecclesiae to their philosophy of teaching. Have all requested application documents available, and log in to our online talent management site, register, and upload your documents electronically using the below link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=408491&source=CC2&lang=en_US If your references need to send their recommendation letters separately, please ask them to be emailed to HR@avemaria.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF SPANISH Position Announcement: Adjunct Professor of Spanish at Ave Maria University The Communications and Literature Department at Ave Maria University seeks applicants for an Adjunct Professor position in Spanish beginning the spring semester of 2022 as well as semesters in the future. Applicants should hold an advanced degree in Spanish or in a related field with equivalent experience in the Spanish language, and be able to teach the Spanish language at the introductory and intermediate levels. Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a statement relating the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in St. John Paul II’s document Ex Corde Ecclesiae to their philosophy of teaching. Have all requested application documents available, and log in to our online talent management site, register, and upload your documents electronically at this URL: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=408488&source=CC2&lang=en_US If your references need to send their recommendation letters separately, please ask them to email them to HR@avemaria.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. Adjunct Professor of Western Civilization and Culture Adjunct Professor of Western Civilization and Culture at Ave Maria University The Office of Academic Affairs at Ave Maria University invites applications for an Adjunct Professor of Western Civilization and Culture I and II for the 2022-2023 academic year. The University offers a two-semester interdisciplinary course sequence that combines history, literature, philosophy, and the arts into an analysis of the roots and development of Western Civilization. The fall semester course covers classical Greece through the Reformation, while the spring course cover the 17th century through the present. University-level experience teaching history, literature, philosophy or a related discipline is desired for the role. A master’s degree is required, but a doctorate is preferable. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Electronic applications to the University’s Talent Management site are required. Applicants should submit a cover letter (including potential teaching areas) addressed to: Dr. Daniel Davy, Dean of Faculty, Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142, their curriculum vitae, a list of three references with their contact information, or three letters of reference, and a short statement relating their philosophy of teaching to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Incomplete applications missing any components, especially the Ex Corde Ecclesiae statement, will not be considered. Have all of the above requested documents prepared and ready to upload at once, as the system does not allow a second log to upload additional documents. You may have your reference letters sent via email to the H.R. Director to upload: Jerilyn.Schwarz@avemaria.edu Copy and paste the below URL to your web browser to register within the AMU Talent management portal, and upload the above requested application materials: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=439819&source=CC2&lang=en_US Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis to meet teaching needs as they arise. Available positions are subject to final administrative approval. Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Adjunct Professor of College Algebra Adjunct Professor of College Algebra at Ave Maria University The Department of Mathematics at Ave Maria University invites applications for an Adjunct Professor of College Algebra for the 2022-2023 academic year. Post-graduate experience teaching mathematics is desired for the role. A master’s degree is required, but a doctorate is preferable. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Electronic applications to the University’s Talent Management site are required. Applicants should submit a cover letter (including potential teaching areas) addressed to: Dr. Daniel Davy, Associate Dean of Faculty, Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142, their curriculum vitae, a list of three references with their contact information, or three letters of reference, and a short statement relating their philosophy of teaching to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Incomplete applications missing any components, especially the Ex Corde Ecclesiae statement, will not be considered. Have all of the above-requested documents prepared and ready to upload at once, as the system does not allow a second log-in to upload additional documents. You may have your reference letters sent via email to the H.R. Director to upload: Jerilyn.Schwarz@avemaria.edu Copy and paste the below URL to your web browser to register within the AMU Talent management portal, and upload the above-requested application materials: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=439815&source=CC2&lang=en_US Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis to meet teaching needs as they arise. Any available positions are subject to final administrative approval Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF COMPOSITION Position Announcement: Adjunct Faculty in Composition at Ave Maria University The Department of Communications and Literature at Ave Maria University invites applications for an Adjunct Professor of Composition for the fall semester. The Department of Composition and Literature offers courses in composition to all students at the University as part of the core curriculum. Post-graduate experience teaching Composition is desired for the role. A master’s degree is required, but a doctorate is preferable. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Electronic applications to the University’s Talent Management site are required. Applicants should submit a cover letter (including potential teaching areas) addressed to: Dr. Daniel Davy, Associate Dean of Faculty, Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142, their curriculum vitae, a list of three references with their contact information, or three letters of reference, and a short statement relating their philosophy of teaching to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Incomplete applications missing any components, especially the Ex Corde Ecclesiae statement, will not be considered. Have all of the above requested documents prepared and ready to upload at once, as the system does not allow a second log to upload additional documents. You may have your reference letters sent via email to the H.R. Director to upload: Jerilyn.Schwarz@avemaria.edu Copy and paste the below URL to your web browser to register within the AMU Talent management portal, and upload the above requested application materials: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=439813&source=CC2&lang=en_US Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis to meet teaching needs as they arise. Available positions are subject to final administrative approval Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - BIOLOGY Position Announcement: Assistant Professor of Biology at Ave Maria University Ave Maria University seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position in Biology beginning in the fall of 2023. Applicants with a Ph.D. in Botany, Plant Physiology, Marine Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology or a closely related discipline are strongly preferred. Candidates that are ABD or a have a MS degree with teaching experience will also be considered. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship. Ideal candidates would be well rounded in Biology and have the ability to teach a broad range of Biological courses. There will also be possible opportunities to teach courses in the areas of specialization within an undergraduate curriculum. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three references willing to supply letters upon request, list of courses that can be taught from the Biology Department course selection (see the Biology sections of the course catalog here: https://www.avemaria.edu/academics/programs/biology/#required) and a short statement relating the University’s Catholic mission to their philosophy of teaching as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae (http://w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_constitutions/documents/hf_jp-ii_apc_15081990_ex-corde-ecclesiae.html) to: Questions should be directed to Dr. Agnes Berki, Chair, Department of Biology, Agnes.Berki@avemaria.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The position is subject to final administrative approval. Ave Maria University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Apply Here: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=463074&source=CC2&lang=en_US Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics Ave Maria University seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position in Economics to begin Spring or Fall 2024. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Economics and be able to teach a range of undergraduate courses in economics, including principles, intermediate, statistics, and fields, with a preference for applied microeconomics. Rank and salary are dependent on experience and credentials. Ave Maria University has a robust Economics major that builds on the strengths of our strong Catholic liberal arts Core curriculum. Our department offers four majors (Economics, Quantitative Economics, Managerial Economics, and Global Affairs) and works closely with the Business department. Application Requirements: Application Instructions Below Letters of Reference Instructions Below Reference Instructions: Ask for your references to be emailed to Ave Maria University’s Chair of the Department of Economics, gmartinez@avemaria.edu Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a statement relating their philosophy of teaching to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Register and upload your application materials using this link: https:// Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Position subject to final administrative approval. Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Gabriel Martinez, Chair, Department of Economics, gmartinez@avemaria.edu. Link to Apply Associate Professor Mathematics Ave Maria University seeks an Associate Professor of Mathematics in Ave Maria, Florida, responsible for teaching a broad range of undergraduate courses in Mathematics. Additional responsibilities of this position include: (i) consulting, advising, guiding, and mentoring students, including by maintaining reasonable office hours for academic counseling with students; (ii) assisting in developing and implementing new programs of study, as well as reviewing and strengthening existing curriculum offerings for the Department; (iii) carrying out academic and scholarly programs in support of the general mission of the University, including its strategic plans and goals; and (iv) participating in development programs, student recruitment, open house activities, student orientation programs, faculty retreats and similar University-wide functions, including by attending faculty and University meetings. Must possess a graduate degree in Mathematics or a directly related field. Must have an active program of research and teaching experience. Apply online Assistant Professor of Theology AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY Department of Theology invites applications for an Assistant Professor in biblical, moral, or dogmatic theology to begin in Fall 2024. The successful candidate will demonstrate both speculative engagement with the truth of the Catholic faith and a knowledge of the philosophical resources theologians draw upon in relating the truth of faith to human reason. Ph.D. or S.T.D. required at time of appointment. Adherence to the teachings of the Catholic Church and willingness to apply for the Mandatum are required. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of pedagogical and scholarly excellence. The position typically includes teaching core classes in theology as well as more advanced courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants should send a CV, a letter of application, a statement relating the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae to their philosophy of teaching, and three letters of reference to graduatetheology@avemaria.edu, Dr. Michael A. Dauphinais, Chair of the Theology Department, Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria FL 34142-9550. Review of applications will begin October 1st, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Position is subject to final administrative approval. Ave Maria University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Link to Apply. Professor of Elementary Education The Department of Education at Ave Maria University seeks a highly qualified full-time faculty member to teach Literacy, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and various other courses in-person. Specific responsibilities include planning and teaching undergraduate courses as part of the Elementary Education degree program, which leads students to Florida Department of Education professional teaching licensure, as well as preparing syllabi and instruction materials, maintaining highest possible standards of classroom instruction, evaluating student performance, and keeping abreast of new information and developments in the field of education. Knowledge of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, Florida Standards for Learning, Catholic Curriculum Standards, and Gravissimum Educationis and a variety of experiences in Catholic, Classical, and/or public schools are desired. Qualifications: Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship. A doctorate degree with a Literacy focus from an accredited institution is preferred as well as a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate with Reading and ESOL endorsements. A doctorate degree in a related field with a masters degree in Reading may be considered. Higher education experience and publications in Literacy and/or ESOL are preferred. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Electronic applications to the University’s Talent Management site are required. Applicants should submit a cover letter including experience teaching ESOL in a teacher education program (addressed to Dr. Abigail Fuller, Education Department Chairperson, Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142), a curriculum vitae, a list of three references with their contact information, or three letters of reference, and a short statement relating their philosophy of teaching to the University’s Catholic mission as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Incomplete applications missing any components, especially the Ex Corde Ecclesiae statement, will not be considered. Have all of the above requested documents prepared and ready to upload at once, as the system does not allow a second log in or upload of additional documents. You may have your reference letters sent via email to the H.R. Director to upload: Jerilyn.klich@avemaria.edu Copy and paste the below URL to your web browser to register within the AMU Talent management portal, and upload the above requested application materials: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=426329&source=CC2&lang=en_US Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis to meet teaching needs as they arise. Any available positions are subject to final administrative approval. Ave Maria University is dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. For more information about Ave Maria University, please visit our website: www.avemaria.edu Click here to Apply: Lab Coordinator PRIMARY PURPOSE: Primary function is to provide support for the instructional and research laboratory components of the programs in the Science departments. The Lab Director will organize the various daily activities in all of the biology, chemistry, and physics instructional laboratories. This may include preparation of laboratory materials (reagents and equipment), ordering of laboratory supplies, and inventory of departmental lab and safety records. This position will include supervision of student assistants. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Communicates principally with the Biology Department Chair and with the Chemistry & Physics Chair as needed to prioritize departmental needs on a weekly basis. (Time allocation 3%) Communicates with the Departments of Biology and Chemistry & Physics faculty to determine their laboratory needs on a weekly basis. (Time allocation 3%) Maintains the laboratories and stockrooms according to the cGLP standards (Time allocation 10%). This includes but not limited to: Organizes and maintains the laboratories and storage rooms Autoclaves cultures in an appropriate amount of time Sets up/take down (Time allocation 30%): Sets up biology/chemistry/physics laboratory experiments, including assembling equipment, selecting and preparing reagents, maintaining active cultures and caring for living specimens. Disassembles and takes down laboratory experiments upon completion. Maintains schedule of equipment availability and trains faculty and students on equipment usage – when appropriate. Orders all equipment and supplies necessary to run laboratories. Maintains a record of inventory, requisition and restocking of laboratory supplies. (Time allocation 30%) Assists in monitoring annual budget for operation of all instructional laboratories. (Time allocation 5%) Supervises student assistants and assists in scheduling and monitoring laboratory set-ups and take downs by student assistants. (Time allocation 10%) Compiles and maintains manuals of current local, state, and federal regulations governing the storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials in order to maintain laboratory safety compliance. Serves as a resource for and educates faculty on safety regulations. Makes changes necessary to meet safety requirements. Manages the chemical inventory and MSDS (Materials Safety Sheets). (Time allocation 5%) Works with science faculty in developing teaching experiments to meet the curriculum and scheduling needs of each course. (Time allocation 4%) INCIDENTAL DUTIES: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by the Department Chairs. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Biology, Chemistry or related fields. EXPERIENCE: Lab Research or lab coordination experience preferred CERTIFICATION: N/A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, show initiative, enthusiasm of science, with strengths in leadership, organization, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to work flexible hours; May allow for work outside of regular work hours if requested by the coordinator (including weekends) to meet the needs of the departments with prior approval by the chairs. Ability to speak in front of groups. Proven ability to manage multiple projects. Knowledge of common computer software: Microsoft Office software experience should include Word and Excel. Committed to support to the mission, values, goals and plans of Ave Maria University as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The position requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to work in a laboratory with the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10 – 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to electronics and laboratory chemical work. May periodically travel to satellite sites. Apply StaffPOSITIONSCampus Security Officer Title: Campus Security Officer Employee Class: Part-Time Department: Security FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly Reports To: Director of Security Effective: October 2022 PRIMARY PURPOSE The primary function of the Campus Security Officer is to help assure a safe educational environment for the students, staff, faculty, and visitors who make up our campus community. The Campus Security Officer provides professional direction and support in matters of physical security, safety, fire prevention, emergency response, and investigation into violations of both university policy and the law. This position also serves to protect all university assets, including all people and property, from criminal activity or other forms of harm by deescalating situations, documenting incidents and activities, and acting as a liaison with local emergency services and the university community at large. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Time % 1. Conduct highly visible, uniformed patrol of university grounds and buildings, including off-campus student housing and facilities, to deter potential criminal activity and violations of university policies. Patrols may be by vehicle, by bicycle, or on foot. 20% 2. Complete post orders as directed by Security leadership. Provide public assistance, informed guidance, and professional response to all staff, faculty, students, and visitors regarding university security and safety matters, including reports and requests made in person, through telephone calls, texts messages, emails, or notifications received through the campus alert system. 20% 3. Maintain a duty log for all activities, locations, events and significant observations made during shift such as crime reports, fire hazards, water leaks, malfunctioning equipment, and other safety hazards. Write comprehensive accurate reports daily as required. 15% 4. Program and operate the university’s card systems, card readers, door locks and key cutting machine as directed. Maintain accurate records of maintenance and work completed. 15% 5. Act as a first responder for emergency situations within the patrol area, serve as a liaison between AMU staff and local emergency services, and assist local law enforcement in identifying and locating persons of interest. 10% 6. Monitor and enforce the university parking policies and ensure the safe movement of vehicles on campus. 10% 7. Respond to alarms; monitor and report the needs of all university security systems for overall property maintenance. 5% Assist in the investigation of all crimes, policy violations, or suspicious activity as directed. 5% INCIDENTAL DUTIES: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed in the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities as required. EDUCATION: Must be a high school graduate or have completed GED. College graduate preferred. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in law enforcement, corporate security, emergency management, physical security, or similar strongly preferred. CERTIFICATION: Valid Florida Driver’s License, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (must be completed within 90 days of hire if not currently certified). Willingness to obtain Security license class D and Class G license if required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be willing and able to work nights and weekends, with the flexibility to work other shifts that may need to be assigned on an occasional basis. Ability to make sound judgements and appropriate decisions while responding to situations, requesting law enforcement or emergency response personnel, or other reported incidents. Knowledge of laws and ordinances applicable to colleges and universities preferred. Ability to learn AMU policies and procedures required. Must have the ability to operate security related equipment and/or software, including but not limited to physical access control security systems and alarms. MISSION: Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. All employees must show a commitment to support he mission, values, goals, and plans of Ave Maria University as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. PHYSICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES: This position works both in office and outdoor settings in varying weather conditions. Requires seated computer work, as well as physical effort that requires walking, stooping, bending, running, or standing for extended periods of time. Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to patrol all AMU property locations via foot, bicycle, or driving a motor vehicle. Requires the ability to stand, walk, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights from 10 – 50 pounds. May also engage in other physical duties, including key cutting, as the need arises. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including but not limited to the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read technical information. WORKING CONDITIONS: Upon occasion, will need to assist others in handling individuals or situations. Working outdoors in the subtropical climate may result in some discomfort from extended exposure to hot and humid temperatures. May deal with unpleasant or potentially dangerous conditions involving physical disturbances, hazardous material, and exposure to dust, fumes, fire, wind, and rain. Requires frequent operation of various types of motorized vehicles, and bicycle. Will travel and patrol within the university community and to AMU off-campus owned properties. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: An online electronic application through the university’s talent portal is required. Apply NowCampus Security Officer - Overnight Employee Class: Both Full-Time and Part-Time positions available Department: Security FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly Reports To: Director of Security Effective: October 2022 PRIMARY PURPOSE The primary function of the Campus Security Officer is to help assure a safe educational environment for the students, staff, faculty, and visitors who make up our campus community. The Campus Security Officer provides professional direction and support in matters of physical security, safety, fire prevention, emergency response, and investigation into violations of both university policy and the law. This position also serves to protect all university assets, including all people and property, from criminal activity or other forms of harm by deescalating situations, documenting incidents and activities, and acting as a liaison with local emergency services and the university community at large. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Conduct highly visible, uniformed patrol of university grounds and buildings, including off-campus student housing and facilities, to deter potential criminal activity and violations of university policies. Patrols may be by vehicle, by bicycle, or on foot. Time percent: 20% 2. Complete post orders as directed by Security leadership. Provide public assistance, informed guidance, and professional response to all staff, faculty, students, and visitors regarding university security and safety matters, including reports and requests made in person, through telephone calls, texts messages, emails, or notifications received through the campus alert system. Time percent: 20% 3. Maintain a duty log for all activities, locations, events and significant observations made during shift such as crime reports, fire hazards, water leaks, malfunctioning equipment, and other safety hazards. Write comprehensive accurate reports daily as required. Time percent: 15% 4. Program and operate the university’s card systems, card readers, door locks and key cutting machine as directed. Maintain accurate records of maintenance and work completed. Time percent: 15% 5. Act as a first responder for emergency situations within the patrol area, serve as a liaison between AMU staff and local emergency services, and assist local law enforcement in identifying and locating persons of interest. Time percent: 10% 6. Monitor and enforce the university parking policies and ensure the safe movement of vehicles on campus. Time percent: 10% 7. Respond to alarms; monitor and report the needs of all university security systems for overall property maintenance. Time percent: 5% Assist in the investigation of all crimes, policy violations, or suspicious activity as directed. Time percent: 5% INCIDENTAL DUTIES: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed in the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities as required. EDUCATION: Must be a high school graduate or have completed GED. College graduate preferred. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in law enforcement, corporate security, emergency management, physical security, or similar strongly preferred. CERTIFICATION: Valid Florida Driver’s License, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (must be completed within 90 days of hire if not currently certified). Willingness to obtain Security license class D and Class G license if required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be willing and able to work nights and weekends, with the flexibility to work other shifts that may need to be assigned on an occasional basis. Ability to make sound judgements and appropriate decisions while responding to situations, requesting law enforcement or emergency response personnel, or other reported incidents. Knowledge of laws and ordinances applicable to colleges and universities preferred. Ability to learn AMU policies and procedures required. Must have the ability to operate security related equipment and/or software, including but not limited to physical access control security systems and alarms. MISSION: Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service. All employees must show a commitment to support he mission, values, goals, and plans of Ave Maria University as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. PHYSICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES: This position works both in office and outdoor settings in varying weather conditions. Requires seated computer work, as well as physical effort that requires walking, stooping, bending, running, or standing for extended periods of time. Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to patrol all AMU property locations via foot, bicycle, or driving a motor vehicle. Requires the ability to stand, walk, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights from 10 – 50 pounds. May also engage in other physical duties, including key cutting, as the need arises. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including but not limited to the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read technical information. WORKING CONDITIONS: Upon occasion, will need to assist others in handling individuals or situations. Working outdoors in the subtropical climate may result in some discomfort from extended exposure to hot and humid temperatures. May deal with unpleasant or potentially dangerous conditions involving physical disturbances, hazardous material, and exposure to dust, fumes, fire, wind, and rain. Requires frequent operation of various types of motorized vehicles, and bicycle. Will travel and patrol within the university community and to AMU off-campus owned properties. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: An online electronic application through the university’s talent portal is required. Please upload: a) Your resume; b) Your cover letter addressed to: Mr. Michael Miller, Director of Campus Security; and c) Your list of 3 references with contact information, or any recommendation letters you may have. Please have all documents prepared prior to logging in to our online talent management site, as additional log ins and uploads are not permitted. Ave Maria University provides an excellent benefit package to faculty and staff. Ave Maria University does not discriminate in employment opportunities, practices or the terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law Apply NowProgram Manager Donor Relations PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Program Manager, Donor Relations ensures prompt and effective stewardship for Ave Maria University donors. The Program Manager develops and executes stewardship plans for donors in the following areas: major gifts, planned giving, scholarships and the University’s annual giving program. The Program Manager will also track planned gifts, maintain appropriate documentation and facilitate communication with key stakeholders, as needed. The Program Manager will work with Enrollment Services, Student Financial Aid, and University Finance to track scholarship data and work with University staff to draft scholarship agreements and provide timely scholarship impact reports to donors. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works with Advancement staff to design and implement a comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program that ensures appropriate and timely acknowledgement, recognition, on-going communication and cultivation of donors. Creates and maintains comprehensive list of secured and available naming opportunities. Orders and maintains on-campus donor recognition pieces. Works with Advancement staff to assist in the creation of individual stewardship plans for key prospect and donors in their respective portfolios. Coordinates and ensures all donor recognition experiences are completed in a timely manner and exceeds donor expectations. Develops creative ways to engage students in stewardship initiatives including annual thank you letters from scholarship recipients to donors. Creates and implements standard operating procedures pertaining to scholarship management and life-cycle updating Scholarship Management portal and systems as necessary. Works with University Finance and faculty to gather information necessary to create and send annual endowment reports. Responds promptly to donor inquiries and makes donor thank you calls as needed. Records all actions, stewardship activities, gift agreements and other relevant information in a timely manner in Raiser’s Edge Works with donors and Advancement staff to draft and execute scholarship agreements that comply with University standards, IRS requirements, and donor intent. Designs and implements comprehensive stewardship plan for named and general scholarship donors to include opportunities for interaction with students. Works with Advancement staff, donors, attorneys and/or financial advisors to record and track planned gift commitments. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or Higher (Business, Marketing, English, Communication, or Communications preferred) EXPERIENCE: Experience with professional writing and report preparation preferred. Experience with administering collegiate scholarships and financial aid helpful. Experience with NextGen Web Solutions Scholarship Tracker a plus but not required. CERTIFICATION: N/A (unless it’s a professional certification) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Exceptional time management and organization skills Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision. Willingness to serve, and build relationships with the donor community Must possess strong initiative, leadership skills, organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask to manage a variety of projects and priorities, coordinating the actions of others, follow through on projects to timely completion, and demonstrate excellent judgment with attention to detail. Microsoft Office experience with Word, Outlook, Publisher, Excel, Power Point software experience. Must support the University’s Catholic mission. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10 – 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, type and perform data entry, visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information, ability to hear in order to answer telephones and to communicate verbally, and the ability to sit for extended periods of time. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors with minimal safety hazards, and requires seated, standing, and movement work. Occasional weekend and evening work is required. The responsibilities and requirements listed above are not an exhaustive list of all that will be expected of this position; however, it is met to identify the general criteria for this position. Apply NowDirector of Sports Medicine PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Director of Sports Medicine is responsible for program building including planning, recruiting, managing, and directing the athletic training program, and for supervising and providing care for student athletes competing in the University’s athletic program. As the head athletic trainer, the Director of Sports Medicine is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries within the University’s comprehensive sports medicine program. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Directs, organizes, and administers the Athletic Training Program. Directs, instructs, and supervises the activities of the four other full-time Athletic Trainers. Prevention and evaluation of athletic injuries and illnesses. Recruits, supervises, and develops Athletic Trainers. Directs and administers the provision of athletic training services including the prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries of several intercollegiate athletic teams. Provides first aid and emergency aid for athletic-related injuries and determines appropriate medical referral as warranted. Creates, develops, and implements therapeutic interventions and rehabilitative protocols to treat athletic injuries. Organizes pre-participation Physical Exams. Coordinates and assists with home and away event athletic training coverage. Assists with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions. Purchases, inventories, and monitors all supplies and equipment for Athletic Training. Works with doctors and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student athletes. Coordinates all athletic injury insurance. Organizes and administers drug testing per department policy. Helps monitor weather conditions and dangerous environments (humidity/lightning). Ensures the Athletic Department staff maintains First-Aid, CPR and AED certification. Responsible for implementation and rehearsal of health and safety best practices. EDUCATION: Master’s degree required EXPERIENCE: Four years minimum of collegiate athletic training experience. CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE: Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification and possess state athletic training licensure, certification, or registration. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Familiarity with NAIA governing rules and ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the NAIA and Ave Maria University. Provide qualified and adequate athletic training coverage for student athletes. Recruit and provide training to athletic trainers. Manage multiple tasks in a demanding environment, organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Integrate resources, knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed. Apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Communicate effectively – orally, by phone, in person, and in writing. Represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. Respond to emergency situations in a timely manner. Use a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, and other office equipment. Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and plans of Ave Maria University as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. Must support the University’s Catholic mission. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to attend and treat athletes at home and away games, with the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 50 – 70 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual and auditory acuity to exam and treat athletes. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to electronics work, exposure to outdoor elements, and moderate to loud noise levels. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to work evenings and weekends, and to travel overnight to cover away games. The responsibilities and requirements listed above are not an exhaustive list of all that will be expected of this position; however, it is met to identify the general criteria for this position. Apply NowAdvancement Coordinator PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Advancement Coordinator (AC) role is an integral role and supports the Vice President/Senior Adviser to the President in performing duties toward securing financial support from individual benefactors with a focus on six- to eight-figure gifts that build a lasting legacy for the students, community, and the Catholic mission of Ave Maria University. In the remotely positioned AC role, the right candidate will have the ability to prioritize necessary tasks within a workday and effectively and efficiently complete those tasks daily. Ability to organize and manage a diverse range of assignments and projects with high efficiency and autonomy, yet thorough attention to detail and follow through. The AC must have a flexible work attitude: ability to adjust to changing priorities; work in a fast-paced environment; and willingness to meet deadlines regardless of time constraints. The candidate must also have the ability to work in a team environment and independently. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion is imperative as is understanding and maintaining a commitment to professional ethics. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Initiate documentation, gift processing and tracking all stages of each gift secured by the Vice President/Senior Advisor to the President. Maintains online credit card processes, expense reporting, reimbursements, and other processes critical to business accountability. Represents the Vice President/Senior Advisor to the President and the vision of Ave Maria University accurately and with enthusiasm. Able to independently problem solve and handle dissatisfied alumni, parents, and benefactors. Composes letters, gift agreements, proposals, and communications that promote fundraising for the university and assists with mailing of all correspondence. Assist with the research and creation of donor focused priority pages, in partnership with the marketing team. Establishes effective communication functions with all other internal university offices. Assists in scheduling travel for the Vice President/Senior Advisor to the President, coordinates meetings, meeting rooms, and visitor inquiries. Maintains a proactive and effective role by organizing all incoming and outgoing communication in an efficient and effective manner. Maintain benefactor records and enter contact reports in the benefactor information system (Raiser’s Edge database to date). Perform prospect research on benefactors when necessary. Create and generate benefactor lists, gift reports other necessary documents for use by the Vice President/Senior Advisory to the President. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1 to 3 years of administrative experience, preferably in higher education. CERTIFICATION: N/A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (WRITE BASED on job needs) Exceptional time management and organization skills Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision. Willingness to serve, and build relationships with the troupe Must possess strong initiative, leadership skills, organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask to manage a variety of projects and priorities, coordinating the actions of others, follow through on projects to timely completion, and demonstrate excellent judgment with attention to detail. Microsoft Office experience with Word, Outlook, Publisher, Excel, Power Point software experience. Must support the University’s Catholic mission. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10 – 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, type and perform data entry, visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information, ability to hear in order to answer telephones and to communicate verbally, and the ability to sit for extended periods of time. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors with minimal safety hazards, and requires seated, standing, and movement work. The responsibilities and requirements listed above are not an exhaustive list of all that will be expected of this position; however, it is met to identify the general criteria for this position. Apply NowInstitutional Advancement Content Research - Writer PRIMARY PURPOSE: Ave Maria University’s Marketing and Communications (UMC) team seeks applications for a writer to join our team in conceptualizing, writing, and editing compelling content for our audiences. UMC defines and models the voice of philanthropy, among other academic and non-academic areas, at Ave Maria. Working for the Vice President of Marketing and the Senior Vice President of Advancement, the Marketing and Communications department writes, designs, produces, and assesses the impact of fundraising communications in all media, including print, video, and online content. The University will be entering a fundraising campaign within the next few years. To support campaign fundraising and promote messaging about the campaign’s widespread impact, advancement communications is seeking a creative and experienced professional to serve as a writer and collaborative team member. This writer will work in partnership with Ave Maria staff and others across the University to produce gift announcements, stories, and fundraising-related content—print, video and digital. As part of the UMC team that produces the AMU magazine, viewbook, and other campus publications, this position will write content for fund raising priority pages, gift agreements and proposals as well as announcements about the donors who generously give to the University, students, and faculty who have benefited from that support and the initiatives that require private support to achieve the goals of Ave Maria’s strategic plan. In this position, the researcher/writer will work closely with the UMC team to ensure content strategy aligns with University Advancement priorities and goals. In addition, the writer will support University Advancement by helping develop content and strategies to highlight the benefits of private support at the University. This position requires someone with expert storytelling skills, interview skills, writing, and editing experience. Attention to detail and proofreading skills are also necessary. The writer will work closely with the Vice President of Marketing and the University Advancement staff and report to the Vice President of Marketing to maximize content effectiveness, promote distribution, and organize fund raising priorities in a strategic approach. This position will remain open until filled. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify and write content to support Ave Maria’s fundraising goals, including those focused on donor profiles, student experience, faculty teaching and research, capital projects, and other projects within the University as assigned. Research and create content that demonstrates the transformational power of philanthropy and excites and engages our constituencies Promote teamwork across the UMC and Advancement Offices, working as a true partner to match each writing project with a donor’s vision and the priorities of the University. Research and write copy for cultivating donors (priority pages) as well as research and write and edit proposals for donors Assist the Senior Vice President of Advancement with producing gift announcements and all content related to the advancement operations. Write and edit stewardship communications for donors Monitor, edit, and update all content on the Ave Maria Advancement website, including giving pages. Lead the writing and editing of University Advancement award submissions (i.e. Council for the Advancement and Support of Education award entries). Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion. Understands and maintains a commitment to professional ethics. Understanding of local, regional and national philanthropic and business communities. Deep commitment to Ave Maria University’s mission and core values. Reports to the Vice President and Senior Advisor to the President with a dotted line to the Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement. If remote and living within 2 hours of the University, travel to and work from Ave Maria, FL, campus a total of no less than 10 weekdays per month to meet with team; gather assignments; interview, research, write and complete assigned projects while capturing in writing the culture of Ave Maria and the voice of the President in all communications. EDUCATION: Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of previous experience in a communications, public relations or related field. Higher education advancement writing preferred. EXPERIENCE: Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of the position, may be considered. Excellent critical listening and thinking skills, including the ability to ask relevant questions at the right time. Effective at establishing collegial working relationships within the office and across campus. Proven ability to set priorities and map direction on concurrent fronts. Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills; typically evidenced by experience with complex projects and proposals from concept to execution. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team-based organization. Higher education, advancement office or nonprofit advancement writing experience preferred. Ability to understand and abide by the AFP Donor Bill of Right and the CASE Donor Bill of Rights, and the CASE Ethics Guidelines. Experience working in development, donor relations, marcomm, or alumni relations — especially within a higher education setting preferred. Experience writing correspondence and proposal content for annual, major, and principal giving preferred. CERTIFICATION: N/A (unless it’s a professional certification) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Exceptional time management and organization skills Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision. Willingness to serve, and build relationships with the troupe Must possess strong initiative, leadership skills, organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask to manage a variety of projects and priorities, coordinating the actions of others, follow through on projects to timely completion, and demonstrate excellent judgment with attention to detail. Microsoft Office experience with Word, Outlook, Publisher, Excel, Power Point software experience. Must support the University’s Catholic mission. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10 – 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, type and perform data entry, visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information, ability to hear in order to answer telephones and to communicate verbally, and the ability to sit for extended periods of time. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors with minimal safety hazards, and requires seated, standing, and movement work. Click to Apply. Athletic Trainer PRIMARY PURPOSE: Reporting to the Director of Sports Medicine, this position will assist the Sports Medicine Department in providing medical coverage to 23 varsity NAIA sports. Sporting assignments are based on preference, prior experience, and department needs, but may include football. The athletic trainer position is 12-months with weekend and evening coverage in-season. Holidays and summers are limited hours unless your duties require you to remain at work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluation and management of injury events Development and implementation of prevention and rehabilitation programs Maintaining medical records of injuries and treatments and coordinating with other healthcare providers Providing injury/status reports to coaches Sport coverage for practice and games with some travel. Additional responsibilities as assigned may include: Inventory, insurance, drug testing, and some supervision of student-workers. EDUCATION: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree from a CAATE accredited, professional Athletic Training program required EXPERIENCE: Minimum 0-1 years CERTIFICATION: BOC certification Florida licensure (be in good standing or able to obtain) Current certification in CPR/AED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Positive work ethic Attention to detail Ability to work well with other staff within the sports medicine and athletic departments, i.e. work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision Strong oral and written communication skills. Must support the University’s Catholic mission. As an AT at AMU, you will have the opportunity to play a role in the development of the student-athletes while growing your own skills and experiences as a clinician. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50lbs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work setting includes indoors and outdoors, and is variable depending on coverage. Apply Here Assistant Track and Field Coach PRIMARY PURPOSE: The primary duties are to assist in team coaching, teaching, training, individual student athlete skill development, and to prepare the team for competition. Other duties include, but are not limited to: o Assists in monitoring academic, social, and personal development of student-athletes. Assists in identifying and recruiting academically and athletically talented students for the athletic program. o Assists in promotion and development of program by creating and maintaining effective relationships with alumni, donors, and community members. o Assists in the planning and implementation of workouts and competition strategy. o Participates in events as a representative of the department and track and field program. o Maintains knowledge and remains current regarding all appropriate NAIA, The Sun Conference, Department of Athletics, and University compliance issues, policies, and procedures. The assistant coach will adhere to all guidelines and regulations set forth by the Sun Conference, NAIA and Ave Maria University. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required EXPERIENCE: Previous coaching or experience in a related field required. CERTIFICATION: N/A PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to teach the fundamentals of the sport, coach practices, games; and the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10 – 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a telephone, computer keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors and outdoors with potential for outdoor exposure to high temperatures, and safety and health hazards related to sport and weight room training. Apply Vendors andCONTRACTORSCATERING POSITIONS The following position is open through Aladdin Services Inc., an Elior company. Complete an application here or contact Rob at (239) 280-2506. GRILL COOK The following position is open through Aladdin Services Inc., an Elior company. Complete an application here or contact Rob at (239) 280-2506. LINE COOK The following position is open through Aladdin Services Inc., an Elior company. Complete an application here or contact Rob at (239) 280-2506. *These are not Ave Maria University positions but are performed at the University. A UNIVERSITY ON A MISSION Ave Maria University strives for a strong Catholic identity by offering a liberal arts curriculum that forms men and women in the intellectual and moral virtues of the faith. READ OUR MISSION STATEMENT