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Current Employment Opportunities
 
 
 
 
 

Current Employment Opportunities

To apply for any of the career opportunities at Oakland City University, please complete an employment application.  Applications, resumes, cover letters and/or letters of reference can be emailed to cyates@oak.edu or mailed to:
                       

Oakland City University
c/o Human Resources
138 N Lucretia St
Oakland City, IN 47660
 

Your employment application will be considered active for one year. You must reapply if you wish to be considered for employment beyond this period of time. Please feel free to contact our Human Resources Department with questions regarding any of our open positions. All positions are posted until filled.

Current Openings

Adjunct/Subject Matter Expert Online Course Developers

The School of Arts and Sciences at Oakland City University is seeking subject matter experts in English/Literature, Biology, Math and/or Communication to develop engaging online courses in collaboration with faculty and in alignment with university standards. These courses mirror general education offering on main campus and fulfill requirements of fully online programs in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Early Childhood and Christian Studies.
Location:
Online
Status:
Part-Time, exempt

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Online Adjunct - English

The Department of English at Oakland City University is searching for applicants who are eager to serve as an online adjunct instructor of English starting July 1st, 2019. We especially invite degree-qualified individuals with experience teaching online composition courses to apply. We encourage applications from candidates that will honor our university’s commitment to recruiting a highly qualified and diverse faculty invested in the mission of retaining a diverse student body.
Location:
Online
Status:
Part-Time, exempt

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Adjunct Faculty - Music

The Department of Music at Oakland City University is searching for applicants who are eager to serve as adjunct instructors teaching music courses on main campus (located in Oakland City, IN) in the Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 semesters. The position is housed within the School of Arts and Sciences, a team of faculty across diverse fields committed to providing an excellent learning environment, supporting student development, and impacting the world through the success of its graduates.

We especially encourage qualified individuals with experience teaching music history courses and with a background in brass and stringed instruments to apply. In addition, we welcome applications from candidates who will honor our university’s commitment to recruiting a highly qualified and diverse faculty invested in the mission of preparing students of diverse backgrounds for positive leadership and service in a global society.
Location:
Main Campus

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School of Education-Graduate Studies Faculty

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic programs in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
9 months, exempt

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Business Lecturer/Assistant Professor

Business Lecturer or Assistant Professor in the School of Business will teach and advise in the Associate/Bachelor of Science/Master’s Degree programs on main campus. The position will include a full-time faculty-teaching load with face-to-face courses. Teaching online courses and/or night classes will also be reviewed as other job responsibilities.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Full-Time

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Adjunct Instructor of Government

The Department of History at Oakland City University is searching for applicants who are eager to serve as an adjunct instructor of government. The successful candidate will join a small-and-collegial department on main campus (located in Oakland City, IN) in August 2019. We especially invite degree-qualified individuals with experience teaching courses addressing state and local government to apply. As a department dedicated to studying the multicultural nature of humanity’s past, we strongly encourage applications from candidates that will honor our university’s commitment to recruiting a highly qualified and diverse faculty invested in the mission of retaining a diverse student body.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Part-Time, exempt

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Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor

The Department of Criminal Justice at Oakland City University, a Christian faith-based liberal arts institution, is searching for applicants who are eager to serve as an adjunct instructor in our main campus-based baccalaureate Criminal Justice degree program in Oakland City, IN. The successful candidate(s) will join a small-and-collegial department when they begin offering engaging instruction to our main campus students beginning in January 2019.

The Department of Criminal Justice is seeking adjunct instructors that are interested in teaching Criminal Justice courses on the main campus that include Alternatives to Incarceration, Offender Assessment System, Probation and Parole, Correctional Administration, and Community Corrections. All main campus courses are offered in 15-week sessions during the fall and spring terms. Summer teaching opportunities may be available.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates that will honor our university’s commitment to recruiting a highly qualified and diverse faculty invested in the mission of preparing students for positive leadership.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Part-Time, Exempt

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Adjunct Faculty - Special Education

Help students to learn subject matter and skills which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic programs in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Plainfield
Status:
Part-Time, Exempt

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Criminal Justice Program Coordinator

The Criminal Justice Program Coordinator/Instructor is a combined teaching and administrative position that includes key responsibilities in program development, coordination, instruction, assessment, and evaluation. The Coordinator also assists other CJ adjunct instructors with the implementation of teaching methods, educational materials, and the utilization of instructional technology to enhance learning in collaboration with the Dean of Arts and Sciences and other relevant staff.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Full-Time

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Jasper Admissions and Support Specialist

The Jasper Admissions and Support Specialist is responsible for recruiting prospective students for the Adult and Professional Studies (APS) Jasper Center, helping them navigate the admissions process, and supporting them through their program completion. The successful candidate exhibits superior customer service skills and professionalism and is knowledgeable about academic programs, the admissions process, academic advising and other relevant student support processes. He or she leverages professional networks, including corporate partnerships and business development, to support increased enrollment and collaborates with others to accomplish enrollment goals. He or she also collaborates with relevant staff to ensure students have what they need to succeed in their chosen program of study.
Location:
Jasper Center
Status:
Full-Time

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Evansville Admissions Counselor/Recruiter

The Evansville Admissions Counselor is responsible for recruiting prospective students and helping them navigate the admissions process to increase enrollment at the Evansville Center. The successful admissions counselor exhibits superior customer service skills and professionalism and is knowledgeable about academic programs and the admissions process. He or she leverages professional networks, including corporate partnerships and business development, to support increased enrollment. The counselor also collaborates effectively with team members, faculty, staff, students, alumni and administrators to accomplish enrollment goals.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Full-Time

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Baseball Coach/Faculty

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic programs in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Full-Time

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Facilities Service Worker

Performs maintenance, lawn services and housekeeping duties which relate to the University plant, University buildings, facilities, equipment and grounds operation.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Full-Time

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Data Analyst

The Institutional Researcher oversees all institutional research activities which provide information to support institutional planning, policy formulation, and decision-making, directs and manages data collection, data analysis, and research activities relative to institutional research, and directs the compilation of data and manages the submission of required state and federal reports regarding the University activities.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Full-Time, exempt

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Facilities Services Worker

The employee is responsible for the renovation and repair of the buildings and associated systems and constructing additions thereto, installation of new equipment and repair of existing equipment, maintenance of the grounds, and general custodial care of the facility as assigned.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Part-Time

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There are currently no openings.

Culinary Arts Instructor

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of students along with assessing the effectiveness of academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach. Provide instruction needed for students to qualify for certification in the respective fields.
Location:
Plainfield Correctional Facility
Status:
Full-Time, exempt

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ELL/ABE/HSE Teacher

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Miami Correctional Facility
Status:
Full-Time, exempt

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ABE/HSE Teacher

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Miami Correctional Facility
Status:
Full-Time, exempt

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Vocational Teacher - Barber

Provide instruction needed for students to qualify for certification in the respective fields. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of students according to Certifying Agency guidelines. Assist students in improving academic and employability skills.
Location:
Wabash Valley Correctional Facility
Status:
Full-Time

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Vocational Teacher - Welding

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Putnamville Correctional Facility
Status:
Full-Time

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Welding Instructor

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with the assessing the effectiveness of academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach.
Location:
Putnamville Correctional
Status:
Full-Time

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Upward Bound Summer Resident Assistant (SRA)

Dates of Employment May 17th, 2020 – July 3rd, 2020.
Upward Bound Summer Resident Assistants are expected to move in on Sunday, May 17th, 2020. Each RA will have his or her own room. Male UB students and SRA’s will be in Dearing Hall, while all Female UB students and SRA’s will be in Brokaw Hall.

Staff Training & Program Preparation Monday, May 18th, 2018 – Friday, May 22nd, 2020.

Opening Day for Students Students may move in/check in on Monday, May 25th, 2020, or Tuesday, May 26th, 2020 (classes will officially begin the week of May 25th, 2020).

Final Student Day Students may depart following the Awards Ceremony/Banquet (see information below)…those not departing on June 29th will complete check out on July 2nd. We will be taking our final trip from June 30th through July 2nd.

SRA Weekends Off from Friday Afternoon/Evening, through Sunday Evening (7:00 P.M.) (Upward Bound Students go home each weekend during the Summer Academy). Where applicable, SRA’s have the option to travel and be off-campus during this time. SRA’s are expected to be back on-campus by 7:00 P.M. on Sunday Evenings.

Awards Ceremony/Banquet is scheduled for Monday, June 29th.

Summer Academy Program and Student Evaluation/Dorm Clean-Up will take place on Thursday, July 3rd, 2020. Once these activities have been concluded, SRA responsibilities will be considered complete.

Salary: $1,650.00 for the Summer.

Meals: Provided Monday Breakfast through Friday Lunch (on-campus in the dining hall); an additional weekly stipend will be provided to SRA’s to cover Friday Evening through Sunday Evening meals. Where applicable, we will provide additional stipends as needed. This stipend may be used as the SRA sees fit (eating at local restaurants, purchasing groceries, etc.). The SRA is responsible for returning any unused funds, is expected to complete an expense report, and is expected to provide receipts for all meal purchases.
Location:
Main Campus
Status:
Temporary (May 17, 2020 - July 3, 2020)

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