Department: Athletics

Availability: Full-Time position. Start Date: TBA.

Responsibility: The primary function of this position is to assist the Head Coach in planning practice and game strategies, on the court coaching, coordinating travel, assisting in monitoring academics and other responsibilities as directed by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics. This individual will be responsible for recruiting quality student athletes who compete at a high level in both athletics and academics and who is a good Mission fit. He or she will need to have an understanding of and abide by all institutional, Great American Conference, and NCAA II rules and regulations.

Qualifications: Committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the mission and
core values of the Church of the Nazarene. Position requires attention to detail, organizational skill, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Because of the interface with various locations on campus and the community, you must be self motivated and “people oriented.”

Salary: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU
salary structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan,
retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave,
personal days, holidays and much more.

Application Procedure:

Please submit cover letter, resume, and references to:
abohac@snu.edu
405.717.6291 (fax)
in person in room 306 in Bresee Hall

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Department: Facilities Management

Availability: Immediate Opening – Full Time

Purpose: Maintain the landscaping and grounds of Southern Nazarene University properties, including the main campus and athletic fields, in excellent condition. Create a safe and inviting outdoor space for all campus users, to be a suitable environment for learning and living.

Scope: Under the supervision of the grounds supervisor, crew leader and/or officials responsible for the coordination and accomplishment of plant maintenance and operation work, perform the duties peculiar to, and normally required in, the trade of groundskeeper, following recognized procedures, practices and techniques for such work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Including, but not limited to...

• Mowing, edging, trimming, blowing, watering, weeding, seeding, fertilizing, and maintaining lawns and athletic fields.
• Pruning and transplanting shrubs and trees.
• Flower bed maintenance, including weeding, pruning, mulching, and planting seasonal annuals.
• Trash and related refuse clean up from grounds, and emptying campus waste receptacles and trash chutes.
• Equipment maintenance and repair.
• Irrigation system installation, maintenance and repair.
• Ice and snow removal as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Skills Required:
High school, technical or trade school graduate or equivalent preferred. Good oral and written communications skills a must. Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus. Previous experience in field of Grounds maintenance, Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscaping, Irrigation or Athletic turf management preferred. 

Physical Requirements:
· Work is medium; drives, pushes, pulls, lifts or carries a variety of grounds maintenance equipment.
· Must be able to individually lift a minimum of 50 lbs and be able to, with assistance, move and transport heavier materials and equipment.
· Must be able to climb ladders, work from lifts, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to work
· Required to work outside in all weather conditions.
· Must be able to work in confined spaces and from heights.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU hourly pay structure. Additional compensation available for candidates with irrigation technician experience.

Benefits:  Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan,
retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave,
personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Department: SNU Safety & Security

Availability: Immediate Opening – Part-Time (Approximately 20 hours/week)

Purpose:
Assist in providing a safe environment for students, faculty and staff of Southern
Nazarene University. Provide first line communication between the public, students,
faculty and staff with the Safety and Security officers and local authorities.

Scope:
Under the supervision of the Safety and Security Director or superior(s), perform duties
and actions described below.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Including, but not limited to…

• Answering and logging all incoming and outgoing calls to the Security Dispatch
• Office.
• Directing emergency calls and providing information to local police and fire
• departments.
• Directing calls to officers and advising actions for the officers.
• Monitoring campus fire and emergency systems.
• Monitoring severe weather situations and advising of impending weather events.
• Monitoring campus and emergency radio systems.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Skills Required:
- High School Education or equivalent.
- Good oral communication skills.
- Good interpersonal relation skills.
- Radio communication knowledge.
- Ability to write concise notes and take reports accurately.
- Good computer skills.

Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stay alert and awake through shifts. (Overnight shifts)
- Ability to walk buildings, climb stairs and unlock/lock doors when covering for safety officers.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU hourly pay structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including retirement matching, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Department: SNU Safety and Security

Availability: Immediate Need – Part-Time

Purpose: Assist in providing a safe environment for students, faculty and staff of Southern Nazarene University. Provide people, building and property security against unlawful activities on the Southern Nazarene University Campus and off campus facilities.

Scope: Under the supervision of the safety and security director or superior(s), perform duties and actions described below.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Including, but not limited to…

• Scheduled securing and unlocking of campus facilities, etc.
• Patrolling campus parking and enforcing parking regulations, etc.
• Providing assistance to students, faculty and staff by jumping batteries, help changing tires, etc.
• Parking and crowd supervision at major events on campus.
• Assistance with disturbances and violations of the law on campus.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Skills Required:

• High School Education or equivalent.
• CLEET Certification (Level I & II) or ability to get certification ASAP.
• Good interpersonal relation skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to write concise incident and crime reports.
• Radio communication knowledge.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to work inside and out in all weather conditions.
• Must have good visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision, night vision, and color vision in order to perform required duties.
• Must be able to individually lift 50 pounds and with assistance, lift heavier objects in the performance of duty.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch in performance of duty.
• Good driving skills and an acceptable driving record.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU
hourly pay structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including retirement matching, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Supervisor: Dean, College of Professional & Graduate Studies

Primary Purpose:
To support Professional & Graduate Studies (PGS) through the development, maintenance, and oversight of all functions related to marketing Professional & Graduate Studies (PGS) programs

Availability: Immediate Opening – Full Time

Salary: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU
salary structure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Marketing
Attract and enroll new students for in PGS programs through the design, development and placement of advertising and other marketing activities, including a major emphasis on online marketing:

• Coordinate all phases of advertising and marketing of PGS programs including design and placement of ads.
• Coordinate all phases of lead-to-applicant-to-enrollment process for PGS programs.
• Prepare and maintain reports, forms, timelines, and other enrollment tracking projects, as needed.
• Support PGS programs through development and implementation of effective, creative marketing campaigns. 
• Oversee and manage budget for marketing and advertising. Develop and implement strategic marketing plan for PGS. 
• Work with radio reps and voice talent to develop and produce radio spots. 
• Oversee development and placement of print ads. 
• Coordinate WEB page development and ensure it is up-to-date. 
• Develop and manage online presence for all PGS including, but not limited to, creation of Google strategies and use of social media. 
• Develop and establish relationships across PGS programs to develop and maintain “brand” continuity.

Enrollment
Responsible for coordination of enrollment process from initial contact to enrollment. Responsibilities require position to:

• Generate on-line and paper applications. 
• Ensure reception of official transcripts. 
• Coordinate oversight of applicant’s progress through Financial Aid. 
• Manage communication with applicant throughout application process. 
• Coordinate enrollment operations for PGS. 
• Oversee operations and use of “Recruiter” portion of Ellucian system. 
• Perform other tasks and activities as assigned by Dean of College of PGS

General
Oversee and coordinate events and activities related to the attraction and enrollment of new PGS students:

• Attend and represent SNU at various Chamber events. (NW, OKC, MWC) 
• Ensure attendance at Higher Ed Alliance monthly meetings. · Coordinate all activities at Tinker Air Force Base including, but not limited to Tinker Education Guide.
• Coordinate all activities specifically related to OCCC Transfer Day and OCCC Job Fair and any like events on or away from campus.
• Act as point person and responder for invitations to represent SNU at Education Fairs, college transfer days, trade shows, etc.
• Maintain relationships with 2-year feeder colleges. (Rose State, Oklahoma City Community College, Redlands, and OSU-OKC)
• Monitor and guarantee an adequate number of promotional supplies are always on hand.
• Participate on SNU committees that oversee enrollment, marketing, and publishing.

Special Skills and Qualifications

• Must have MBA or equivalent
• Must have experience with social marketing
• Must be familiar with Google and Google Analytics
• Must exhibit human relations skills
• Must exhibit excellent communication skills—verbal, written, phone
• Must be self-directed and capable of multitasking
• Organizational, time management, administrative
• Must have an understanding of the relationship between strategic marketing and financial performance
• Understand customer acquisition and retention strategies - and make appropriate investments
• Have a thorough understanding of Marketing’s 5Cs (Customer, Company, Competition, Collaborators, Context), STP (Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning), and the 4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion)

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Position: Full time (12 month) staff position. Start date: July/August 2013.

Reporting: The Associate University Pastor of Worship and Chapel will work with and report directly to the Lead University Pastor/Dean of the Chapel.

Scope: This position focuses primarily on spiritual care for students through incarnational/relational ministry. This position works directly with the Lead University Pastor to develop holistic Christian ministries with the campus community. Programming responsibilities could include leading musical worship in chapel, organizing worship teams and working with Lead Pastor to plan chapel experiences on campus.

A successful candidate will:

Be ordained as an elder or deacon – or be pursuing/be willing to pursue such ordination – in the Church of the Nazarene. Have been involved in ministry in the local church setting. Have achieved an undergraduate degree and be working towards or willing to work towards graduate degrees in worship, theology, or ministry.

General Pastoral Responsibilities:

Be present and available to students building strong and authentic Pastor/Student relationships with them. Spend time in prayer for students and bring specific requests to staff. Be available to give solid Christian advice and spiritual direction consistent with SNU’s philosophy and theology. Meet personally with no less than 15 or 20 students per week, which includes attending SNU events and sharing no less than 5 meals per week on campus with students. Write notes and cards of encouragement to students on a weekly basis. Be aware of student issues and work closely with student development to address these issues when possible. Have an open door policy in your office for any and all students, faculty, and staff. Work with Lead University Pastor to develop holistic Christian ministries for the campus community.

Specific Responsibilities: 

Lead worship and organize bands for chapel experiences. We would prefer this applicant be able to sing and lead worship as well as serve in pastoral role for students. Attend and organize weekly sound checks. Identify students who have interest in singing and playing in chapel and organize them, teach, and disciple them. Hire, work with and schedule our student chapel technology crew making sure they are adequately trained and equipped and that chapel runs smoothly and professionally. Work with the Lead University Pastor to set chapel themes. This includes working to visually portray the theme on stage. Help set the chapel speaker schedule by communicating with speakers once Lead Pastor has contacted them. This includes making sure speakers are paid and their needs for chapel are met. It also includes working with speaker or assistant to arrange transportation, housing, and meals for speakers. Work as “Producer” for Chapel. This not only includes being present and often leading in chapel but also working with student workers and interns. Work with SGA to schedule and organize class chapels and special chapel events. Work with Campus Ministries to strengthen Student Led Chapel. Help launch any new services on campus. Be willing and ready to speak in chapel several times throughout the year. Work with Lead Pastor to make improvements in Herrick to upgrade chapel experience.  CCLI Reporting (Track all music that is performed in chapel, Report all of that music on the CCLI website, Communicate with Remedy to see if they performed any music that needs to be reported.)

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefit package included.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Additional Application Documents Requested:
In addtion to the items requested in the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION" at the bottom of this page, in order to apply for this position please also send the following directly to Blair Spindle, bspindle@snu.edu:

• A statement describing applicant's call to pastoral ministry and philosophy of worship in the church.
• A statement defining these six phrases in your own words. What do they mean in the context of pastoral ministry to college students? “Hospitality of Grace” “Pursuit of Truth” “Practice of Discipleship” “Think with Clarity” “Act with Integrity” and “Serve with Purpose.”
• All undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies of official transcripts are accepted for initial application)
• Three (3) letters of reference. 

Department: Financial Aid

Availability: Full-Time position. Immediate opening.

Primary Purpose:

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the needs of veteran affairs (VA) students and provides information regarding their education benefits to the Department of Veterans Affairs. This position reports to the Professional and Graduate Studies Assistant Director of Financial Aid.

Responsibilities & Essential Job Functions:

· Process VA files to ensure exemplary customer service as well as compliance with State and Federal regulations
· Knowledge of VA education benefits and differences between VA programs
· Advise students on VA payments and resolve payment issues
· Reconcile payments with Department of Veterans Affairs system (VA Once) to students’ SNU business account · With assistance from Academic Advisors, provide academic advisement and planning to VA students.
· Evaluate transcripts for transfer credits and military credit for SNU acceptance
· Evaluate semester grades, drops, and adds and report to VA on a timely basis
· Maintain records to show progress and Satisfactory Academic Progress that VA students pursue in their programs at rate certified
· Communicate and collaborate with Financial Aid, Registrar, Business Office and Faculty to ensure compliance with State and Federal VA regulations
· Custodian and compliance of VA records for audit purposes
· Review and continually update the VA website and other resources
· Submit annual catalog and updates to Department of Veterans Affairs
· Perform other related job duties as assigned
· Establish excellent work relationships with the State Accrediting Agency and the VA Education Liaison Representative

Critical Skills/Expertise:

· Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
· Strong math and accounting skills
· Detail oriented and self-motivated
· Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
· Advance knowledge of computer technology and software applications in order to process VA benefits
· Ability to provide quality customer service

Qualifications: 

· Committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the mission and core values of the Church of the Nazarene.
· Proficient in Word and competent in Excel.
· Position requires attention to detail, organizational skill, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Because of the interface with various locations on campus and the community, you must be self motivated and “people oriented.”
· Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Hourly Pay: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU hourly pay structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Department: Professional and Graduate Studies

Availability: Full-Time position. Immediate opening.

The Assistant Director shall oversee the overall business operations of the Professional and Graduate Studies Business Office, ensuring that student accounts are current & up to date. Assist in the management of the daily workflow of the PGS Business Office personnel, including Tulsa. Work closely with the PGS Financial Aid Office to generate registration agreements and payment plans. This position performs a variety of tasks and reports to the SNU comptroller.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. Daily:
a. Student accounts monitored to ensure accuracy

• Process registration forms
• Provide invoices & receipts to students & employers
• Track student accounts
• Assist student with alternative payment options
• Process student withdrawals, re-entries, and changes of program

II. Weekly:
a. Adjust student accounts, as needed
b. Add scholarships to student accounts
c. Approve credit refunds

III. Monthly:
a. Register students at Organizational Meeting, followed by building student files
b. Generate monthly student account billing timely and accurately
c. Collect current & past due accounts – assign delinquent accounts to non-current office

IV. Compliance Reporting:
a. Notify Financial Aid of inaccuracies- change in enrollment
b. Federal Refund Calculation (R2T4)
c. Notify PGS VA Certifying Official of withdrawals & re-entries

V. Other:
a. Work with local companies/organizations that provide employee educational assistance
b. Review and revise PGS business office policies & procedures as needed.
c. Oversee SNU Tulsa Campus Business Office
d. Other duties as deemed necessary

Qualifications:

• Committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the mission and core values of the Church of the Nazarene. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and computer literacy. 
• A Bachelor’s degree required and 2 yrs experience in the field or related area.
• Self motivated and “people oriented.”

Salary: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU salary structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Department: Financial Aid

Availability: Full-Time position. Immediate opening.

Primary Purpose: The Assistant Director Financial Aid provides supervisory leadership for the operation of the Professional and Graduate (PGS) Office of Financial Aid and Veterans Administration Coordinator. This position also counsels and processes students’ financial aid and reports to the Director Financial Aid.

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for distribution of information regarding financial aid to students, faculty and staff in the Professional and Graduate Studies area.
· Provide exemplary customer service skills.
· Supervises Veterans Administration Coordinator and PGS Financial Aid Counselors.

Essential Job Functions:

· Provides financial aid counseling, awarding and processing student financial aid in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Supervises Professional and Graduate financial aid personnel and Veterans Administration Coordinator. · Utilizes Professional Judgment as related to students’ specific need.
· Monitors verification of student files according to the Department of Education Regulations.
· Tracks official and unofficial withdrawals as related to Title IV eligibility. Completes Federal Return to Title IV Funds calculations and returns money to appropriate entities per the calculation.
Excellent communications skills and, problem solving ability.

Critical Skills/Expertise:

· Experience in financial aid processing
· Ability to maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external contacts
· Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
· Working knowledge of regulations governing federal, state, and institutional policies regarding the administration of financial aid in non-traditional programs
· Critical thinking skills.

Qualifications:

· Committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the mission and core values of the Church of the Nazarene.
· Bachelor’s degree with preference given to major in accounting or business related fields.
· Two years of experience in a financial aid office.
· Prior knowledge of federal EDE software and other financial aid related software.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU salary structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

Department: Business and Finance

Availability: Full-Time position. Immediate opening.

Primary Purpose:
Position ensures the prompt and accurate processing of student account payments, departmental deposits, and various cash disbursements. Position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical and research skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a broad range of customers.

Responsibilities:
· Provide professional client service in all interactions, including greeting the customer, thanking each person, and performing accurate transactions in a professional and tactful manner. Always provide prompt, accurate and courteous customer service.
· Analyze all payment transactions made to student accounts to ensure these are applied in accordance with University and federal aid guidelines.
· Accurately maintain custody of cash and checks processed in order to balance and account for all funds at the end of each business day.
· Manage disbursement of cash advanced to students as well as petty cash and cash advanced to staff.
· Monitor account activity of specific student populations and Business Office accounts for accuracy of charges, payments and account reconciliation.
· Possess a working knowledge of Excel, Word and basic email processes.
· Work with other team members to coordinate, prioritize and organize activities to meet established goals and assigned deadlines.
· The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications:

· Committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the mission and core values of the Church of the Nazarene.
· Work requires knowledge of basic mathematical and clerical principles generally acquired through a high school education.
· Minimum of one year accounting, bookkeeping or cashiering

Hourly Pay: Commensurate with experience and in harmony with the SNU hourly pay structure.

Benefits: Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays and much more.

For additional details regarding SNU or how to apply for this position, please scroll to the bottom of the page and read the "ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION".

The following information applies to all positions found above.

Application Procedure:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Department:
cpeterso@snu.edu
405.717.6291 (fax)
in person in room 306 of Bresee Hall

Southern Nazarene University's mission is to transform lives through higher education in Christ-centered community. As a Christian community of scholars, we model the hospitality of grace, the pursuit of truth and the practice of discipleship, all within the Wesleyan-holiness tradition, as we prepare graduates who THINK with clarity, ACT with integrity and SERVE with purpose.

Southern Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national or ethnic origin, marital status, or disability in the recruitment, admission, and treatment of students or access to university programs or activities including the operation of all university programs, activities, services and employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies including Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Age Discrimination:

University Provost
Southern Nazarene University
Bresee Hall
6729 NW 39th Expressway
Bethany, OK 73008
405-491-6300

Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene.It reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Section 702-703, U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964).Preferred candidates demonstrate a strong commitment to the Christian faith, active participation in a local Church, and a philosophy of Christian higher education consistent with the Wesleyan tradition.