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Employment Opportunities
Upper Iowa University is seeking a full-time Manager of our Downtown Retail Annex, Pavo Blue, which will provide coffee, pastries and retail merchandise. The successful individual is responsible for retail food service, customer service, merchandising support, accounts receivable and payable, maintaining and supervising staffs, advertising, vendor relations and budgeting. Also performs general office duties. Knowledge of MS Office required. Excellent customer service skills are a must. Some evening hours required. Associate's degree required, bachelor's degree preferred. Three years of retail management experience is required.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled, though applications received by May 31, 2013 will receive full consideration. Interested applicants should submit, in Microsoft WORD or PDF format, a letter of application, including resume, names and contact information for three professional references to the Residential University EO at savagem@uiu.edu. Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Upper Iowa University invites applications for a Director of Accounting. This full-time position will assume responsibility for oversight of general accounting and compliance and will be the primary liaison with the external auditor. The Director of Accounting will develop and maintain the University's financial accounting system to account for the receipt and expenditure of all funds and to report operating results to the administration and external agencies in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), government regulations and industry best practices. This position is also responsible for preparation of financial statements and footnotes, supporting schedules and analyses, and providing auditors with all requested documentation as required. The Director will review and prepare ledger adjustments; oversee the administration of university grants, property and general accounting records.
Qualifications: CPA required, with seven years' experience in applying advanced accounting skills or five years managing an accounting operation within Higher Education. Strong technical and computer skills required with highly developed attention to detail. Ability to effectively manage deadlines and multiple priorities. Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and show initiative when resolving issues. Strong work ethic. Ability to handle stressful situations. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Preference will be given to candidates who have experience leading external audit processes.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled although applications received by May 31, 2013 will receive full consideration. Applicants should submit, in Microsoft WORD or PDF format: submit a cover letter, resume, and names and telephone numbers of three references to savagem@uiu.edu. Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reference open position: Director of Accounting.
Assistant Professor of Nursing - Online
Upper Iowa University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position in the RN-BSN Online Program. The Nursing faculty is responsible for teaching, advising, participating in the operations, development; and participating in scholarly activities. The faculty member will report to the Director of Nursing Education. The location of the faculty member will be at one of our four Iowa centers (Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Quad Cities or Waterloo); travel for recruitment and program coordination will be expected.
Successful candidates will have a Master's degree in nursing; license or eligible for licensure in the state of Iowa; teaching experience in higher education with adults; experience with distance learning instructional methodologies and technology; expertise in curriculum development and implementation; strong interpersonal and advising skills; and commitment to a team. Doctoral degree preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled although applications received by June 17, 2013 will receive full consideration. Applicants should submit, in Microsoft WORD or PDF format: a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, CV, names and contact information for three professional references, and unofficial graduate transcripts to savagem@uiu.edu. Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Assistant Professor of Nursing - Cedar Rapids
Upper Iowa University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position in the RN-BSN Program. The Nursing faculty is responsible for teaching, advising, participating in the operations, development; and participating in scholarly activities. The faculty member will report to the Director of Nursing Education. The location of the faculty member will be at the UIU Cedar Rapid Center; travel for recruitment and program coordination will be expected.
Successful candidates will have a Master's degree in nursing; license or eligible for licensure in the state of Iowa; teaching experience in higher education with adults; experience with distance learning instructional methodologies and technology; expertise in curriculum development and implementation; strong interpersonal and advising skills; and commitment to a team. Doctoral degree preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled although applications received by June 17, 2013 will receive full consideration. Applicants should submit, in Microsoft WORD or PDF format: a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, CV, names and contact information for three professional references, and unofficial graduate transcripts to savagem@uiu.edu. Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Information Technology Enterprise Systems Specialist
Upper Iowa University has an opening for an Information Technology Enterprise Systems Specialist at the Fayette campus. This position will support the University's enterprise software systems: Jenzabar EX, JICS portal system, and PowerFAIDS. Successful candidate must be proficient with report writing software. A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or equivalent is required, along with a minimum of three years' experience in related field preferred. Knowledge in and experience with relational databases, specifically, Microsoft SQL Server is required.
The position is open until filled and applications received by June 10, 2013 will receive full consideration. Interested applicants should submit in Microsoft WORD or PDF format, a letter of application, including resume, names and contact information for three professional references to the Residential University EO at savagem@uiu.edu. Applications will be reviewed immediately.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Upper Iowa University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position in the RN-BSN Program. The Nursing faculty is responsible for teaching, advising, participating in the operations, development, refinement, and evaluation of the Nursing Program; pursuing ongoing professional development; and participating in scholarly activities. The faculty member will report to the Director of Nursing Education.
Successful candidates will have a Master's degree in nursing; license or eligible for licensure in the state of Iowa; teaching experience in higher education with adults; experience with distance learning instructional methodologies and technology; expertise in curriculum development and implementation; strong interpersonal and advising skills; and commitment to a team. Doctoral degree preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled although applications received by May 30, 2013 will receive full consideration. Applicants should submit, in Microsoft WORD or PDF format: a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, CV, names and contact information for three professional references, and unofficial graduate transcripts to savagem@uiu.edu. EOE, Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Upper Iowa University, a private, not-for-profit university providing educational excellence and leadership development to over 6,000 students – both nationally and internationally – is conducting a search for two ESL instructors for the English as a Second Language (ESL) Program. Please note that this is a 12-month, non-tenure track, staff position beginning fall 2013.
The ideal candidate will teach a variety of intensive English courses for approximately 16 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. Other primary responsibilities include the following: advising students, attending faculty and committee meetings, developing and implementing curriculum, conducting placement testing, contributing to new student orientation, driving for and help leading ESL field trips, collaborating with the ESL endorsement program, and gaining professional development. This means a strong ability to communicate clearly and concisely with students, faculty, staff, administration, partners, and the public is necessary. For the 2013 – 2014 academic year, assisting the ESL Director in seeking CEA accreditation will be a main focus. A summer ESL program will be in the near future, and helping the ESL Director in the implementation of the program and teaching for it will be expected. All of these responsibilities are to be carried out in a collegial atmosphere where creativity and institutional research are valued.
Candidates must possess a M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), M.A. in Applied Linguistics, M.A. in Second Language Acquisition, or equivalent master's degree from an accredited college or university; have ESL teaching experience in a university-affiliated intensive English program; and be able to demonstrate effective ESL instructional strategies. Active involvement in the field of TESOL as well as fluency in a second language is preferred. Appropriate computer skills and familiarity with Excel, Word, and other Microsoft products is essential.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, though applications received by May 30, 2013 will receive full consideration. Interested candidates should submit the following documents in Microsoft WORD or PDF format to soppej@uiu.edu: (1) letter of Application; (2) CV/resume; (3) three Letters of Recommendation; (4) statement of teaching philosophy; (5) evidence of teaching ability (e.g. formal student evaluations, observation reports, or video); and (6) a graduate transcript.
Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Assistant Director for Education Abroad
Upper Iowa University, a private, not-for-profit university providing educational excellence and leadership development to over 6,000 students – both nationally and internationally – is conducting a search for an Assistant Director for Education Abroad.
The Assistant Director for Education Abroad will oversee all study abroad program operations, including, but not limited to, advising students, faculty and staff on study abroad possibilities; partnering with faculty to facilitate faculty-led programs; identifying new study abroad locations for UIU students; helping students with the transfer of credit abroad; maintaining constant communication with international partners; managing international risk management; and, conducting promotional events (e.g. classroom presentations, evening information sessions, information tables at the student center, study abroad fairs, etc.) throughout the University.
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred with an international focus or relevant field); Minimum three years of experience in an international education setting required (Experience working in a study abroad office preferred); experience advising students and working with various constituencies (e.g., administrators, faculty, and parents); and the ability to develop knowledge of, respect for and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds. Experience living and/or working abroad and the ability to speak a foreign language preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, though applications received by June 7, 2013 will receive full consideration. Interested candidates should submit the following documents in Microsoft WORD or PDF format to soppej@uiu.edu: (1) letter of Application; (2) CV/resume; and (3) name and contact information for three references.
Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Assistant Director for International Services and Recruitment
Upper Iowa University, a private, not-for-profit university providing educational excellence and leadership development to over 6,000 students – both nationally and internationally – is conducting a search for an Assistant Director for International Services and Recruitment.
The Assistant Director for International Services and Recruitment serves as the primary university contact for potential international students interested in studying at Upper Iowa University as well as the main contact for immigration matters for current international students.
The candidate will work as a key university representative to identify and help develop partnerships, programs and resources internationally, and manage the implementation of the recruitment strategy for the Office of International Programs. The candidate will serve as the primary resource for Upper Iowa University on all issues regarding international recruitment and enrollment. The candidate also serves as an advisor to international students and scholars and assists with orientation and other ISSS programming events.
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred with an international focus or relevant field); possess a proven track record, with two or more years of successful recruitment and/or marketing experience, and two or more years of international student and scholar advising experience; knowledge of U.S. immigration laws as it relates to F-1 and J-1 students, scholars and their dependents; experience with performing credential evaluations from multiple foreign educational systems; strong knowledge of cross-cultural adjustment and communication theory and practice. Experience living and/or working abroad and the ability to speak a foreign language preferred. Experience working with educational agents a plus.
Please note that Due to government regulations with the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) all applicants must be Lawful Permanent Residents or US Citizens.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, though applications received by June 7, 2013 will receive full consideration. Interested candidates should submit the following documents in Microsoft WORD or PDF format to soppej@uiu.edu: (1) letter of Application; (2) CV/resume; and (3) name and contact information for three references.
Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Upper Iowa University has an open position for an I.T. Support Specialist. This position is open until filled and applications received June 7th, 2013 will receive full consideration. B.A. degree in Information Technology or equivalent is preferred. The candidate should have experience with installing and supporting computer hardware and software; have working experience with desktop operating systems and office suites; have experience working with A/V related equipment and mobile devices. Must have good analytic, written, and oral communication skills, experience with customer service and be willing to travel.
Interested applicants should submit in Microsoft WORD or PDF format, a letter of application, including resume, names and contact information for three professional references to the Academic Extension EO at soppej@uiu.edu. Upper Iowa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Admissions Advisor - Quad Cities, IA
Upper Iowa University is conducting a search for an Admissions Advisor in Bettendorf, IA. Primary responsibilities include assisting the Quad Cities and Cedar Rapids (IA) centers in achieving new student and enrollment goals with particular focus on student recruitment and registration with possible future assignments to also include the Rockford (IL) Center. Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred. Education counseling,customer service, business development, excellent communications skills, detail orientation and experience with adult students in a non-traditional learning environment are highly desirable. Successful candidate must be willing to travel regionally up to 80% of the time, including frequent overnight stays.
Send cover letter, resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three references to:
Academic Extension EO Officer
Upper Iowa University
PO Box 1857
Fayette, IA 52142
E-mail: soppej@uiu.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by June 7th, 2013 will receive full consideration. EOE
