DC Employment

Defiance College, chartered in 1850, has been has been nationally recognized for its successful efforts to implement a model of civic engagement and service learning and is listed among the top tier of baccalaureate colleges in the Midwest in the 2008 edition of U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges. Our Vision creates an educational experience of engagement encompassing civic, cultural and academic dimensions.   The campus is located in the city of Defiance in northwest Ohio and is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts institution affiliated with the United Church of Christ.  Defiance College is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of faculty, staff, and students. Applicants who will enrich the diversity of our campus are especially encouraged to apply.


FACULTY POSITIONS

With broad opportunities for international academic research and student leadership through the McMaster School, Defiance College offers a small college environment with a high degree of student/faculty interaction and flexibility in developing pedagogical and research interests. We invite applications and nominations for the following full-time tenure-track faculty positions to begin in Fall 2008.  Appointments are anticipated at the Assistant/Associate Professor level.  Application review will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.

PART-TIME FACULTY
Defiance College seeks a part-time instructor for "The Development of Life on Earth" beginning Fall 2008.  This course is designed to meet the life science requirement for non-science majors and areas of emphasis are the cell, inheritance, evolution, animal anatomy and physiology, and ecology.  Particular attention will be given to the human species and how it fits in the environment. This course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.  Candidates must hold Master’s degree in biology. Send letter of application, cv, and names and contact information of four professional references to:  Dr. Don Knueve, Defiance College, 701 N. Clinton St., Defiance, OH 43512 or e-mail dknueve@defiance.edu. 

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Position responsibilities include teaching courses in management, marketing, marketing research, and advertising. Interest in program development, student advising, and community engagement important. Preference will be given to candidates qualified to teach at the master’s level and in an online environment. Strong leadership potential, use of engaging instructional strategies in the classroom, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment are essential. PhD or advanced ABD required.

Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references to:  Academic Dean, Defiance College, 701 N. Clinton Street, Defiance, OH 43512, or e-mail: rschafer@defiance.edu. 

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
An immediate opening exists for a dynamic, well-rounded marketing/communications professional to engage in a vast array of marketing functions supporting a college-wide marketing plan.  The scope of this position includes copywriting and editorial support for press releases, broadcast and electronic media, and other publications; management and promotion of College facility usage; internal/external communications; staff supervision; and general administrative responsibilities. The individual will work closely with the Director to promote a heightened image of Defiance College and ensure quality, consistency and clarity in all communications.  A bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, or related field and superb writing and communication skills required; 2-3 years related experience desired.  The individual must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be a friendly, creative, task-oriented person able to handle multiple concurrent projects.  To apply for this exciting and challenging opportunity, send resume and contact information of four professional references electronically to mburkholder@defiance.edu, Director of Human Resources, Defiance College, 701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH  43512. 

FACILITIES & EVENTS COORDINATOR
Looking for part-time employment?  Like variety in your job?  Enjoy working with people?  Defiance College is looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized, and detail-oriented individual to coordinate all logistics for internally and externally hosted campus-wide events and activities.  As the primary contact for event scheduling from initial planning through event conclusion and all follow-up activities, responsibilities will include:   providing assistance and guidance for events; event setup and teardown; issuing contracts; processing invoices; coordinating logistics with appropriate departments; troubleshooting and problem solving; and ensuring proper appearance of facilities and equipment.  Candidates must have excellent customer service skills, computer literacy, familiarity with MS Office, and be able to take charge of and manage multiple tasks.   This part-time position will require approximately 20 hours per week and individual must be able willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.  Experience working in facilities or event planning desired; associate’s degree preferred.   Send resume and contact information of four professional references electronically to mburkholder@defiance.edu, Director of Human Resources, Defiance College, 701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH  43512. 

GRADUATE ASSISTANT BASEBALL COACH
Responsibilities include coaching the pitching staff, recruiting, field maintenance, and assist head coach in all phases of student-athlete mentoring, practice organization, fund raising, scheduling and budget. This is a two-year assistantship that requires a bachelor’s degree, admission to the graduate program in Education at Defiance College, and collegiate playing experience. Start date is August 11, 2008. Compensation includes annual stipend, graduate school tuition, room within campus owned housing and meals when served to students during the academic year. Review of applications will begin April 1, 2008 and continue until position is filled.  Interested individuals should a letter of application, complete resume and a list of four references with contact numbers to:  Mr. Derek Woodley, Baseball Coach, Defiance College, 701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH 43512, email: dwoodley@defiance.edu, fax: 419-783-2369.