Current Job Openings

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - STUDENT ACTIVITIES & TRANSITION PROGRAMS

Department: Student Activities and Transition Programs
Job ID: 1213-45
Closing date: January 31, 2013

As a member of the Student Life Office team, the Administrative Assistant for Student Activities and Transition Programs is responsible for performing the secretarial, clerical and supportive tasks in order to assist the Director and staff in providing efficient, friendly and courteous service in the office.  An attitude of service to students, faculty, staff and visitors is absolutely essential.

Essential Functions:

Provide a friendly and professional environment in Student Life Office Foster a team approach and maintain good relations within Students Activities and Transition Programs, the Office of Student Life, the Division of Student Development,  and other University offices and departments Handle all incoming calls and visitors in a professional and courteous manner that promotes and maintains a spirit of helpfulness, and follow up appropriately Working closely and communicate with all other support staff in Student Life area in order to stay well informed of all current events, programming, other important information and determine front desk coverage Assist director with supervision of budget operations by supporting and/or managing budget processes such as: check and cash requests, deposits, reimbursements, travel authorizations and expense reports, credit card reports and expense reallocations, budget files, and expense forecasting Maintain budget reconciliation files in MS Excel format Keep office files up to date to include maintaining files on confidential materials for the office as needed Coordinate and make appointments for the Director and department staff using Microsoft Outlook Coordinate and supervise the department’s student workers (including training and timely/accurate reporting of payroll) Maintain forms and other needed resources available in the front office area Manage the upkeep and organization of the Student Life Office copy/work room Maintain general inventory and ordering of office supplies for Student Activities and Transition Programs, including paper for copier Process and deposit money for various transactions for department on a daily basis Manage and coordinate mail services and hand deliveries for Student Activities and Transition Programs Other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements: A high school diploma or GED required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Other Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to fully perform each essential duty.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Excellent written and oral communication skills.  Ability to speak, read and/or write in Spanish is a plus. Advanced knowledge of Internet use, Microsoft Office word processing, email, scheduling system, spreadsheets and database management; knowledge of Banner system is a plus Must be able to function effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment Must demonstrate strong organizational and prioritization abilities in the work place Possess a professional attitude and excellent customer service skills Accounting background preferred Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse environment Ability to operate office equipment such as copier, fax, etc. Ability to work Monday through Friday 8am-5pm Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed Successful completion of skills testing and background check

Experience:  Five years proven secretarial/administrative support experience is preferred.

 

Full job description posted in the Human Resource Office.

Application required.

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SERVICE COORDINATOR

Department: Registrar
Job ID: 1213-62
Closing date: February 1, 2013

Non-Exempt, Full Time.  To provide professional, courteous service to all members of the St. Mary’s University community including students, faculty, staff, and guests of the University.  Also, to coordinate the services provided by the Office of the Registrar to our public, and assist Registrar Office staff members with their duties, projects and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provide accurate information and direction in person, via email and over the telephone to students, faculty, staff, and various guests of the University in regard to their specific needs. Respond to the needs of and assist our various publics at the service counter…creating transcripts, printing schedules, processing registrations, accepting verification requests and Add/Drop forms, process change of information requests, classrooms requests for non-academic events. Assist with imaging of documents. Create publications (signs, brochures, letters, and memos) on behalf of the Registrar’s Office. Act as supervisor to College Work Study students.  Create their work schedules each semester, verify and submit student timesheets, provide training and guidance, allocate their time to various staff members for assistance. Coordinate registration, roster, and submission of grades with the schools participating in the Inter-Institutional co-operative agreement (Oblate School of Theology, University of the Incarnate Word, Our Lady of the Lake University). Maintain inventory of office supplies, forms, and paper stock for the office. Process the daily transcript list in the absence of the Records Coordinator. Assist the University Registrar with his/her responsibilities.  (e.g. office budget, creating memos, coordinating the Registrar’s schedule and planning meetings, maintaining and creating new folders for committees and projects, communicating room reservations with University Police, Information Technology and Housekeeping) Request work orders Assists with priority registration reports and activities Assist with the preparation of Commencement. (e.g. maintain count of students participating, manage commencement ticket distribution, and prepare commencement materials (line up signs, line up cards) prior to ceremony) Assists with the production of the University academic calendar Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must be organized and detail oriented. Should be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize projects. Able to manage time and complete tasks in anticipation of upcoming need as determined by the progression of the academic year. Proficient with use of Microsoft Office. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to quickly learn the Banner administrative system,  EMS course management and BDMS imaging system used by the University community. Comfortable enforcing University policy and regulations Excellent customer services standards and an understanding of what is required to maintain those high standards, and maintain a positive, cooperative attitude.

EDUCATION:   High School Degree.  Some college or equivalent work experience preferred.

Full job description posted in the Human Resources Office. Application required

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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Department: Engineering
Job ID: 1213-40
Closing date: February 22, 2013

Supports instructional and research activities across multiple engineering disciplines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manage, maintain, upgrade, and repair laboratory equipment, computers and facilities; Assist the faculty in calibrating and setting up laboratory experiments and in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during laboratory sessions; Estimate cost, procure, stock supplies, and maintain accurate and timely records; Assistance with ordering, tracking, and delivery of supplies; Support student design and faculty research projects; Preventive maintenance of laboratory facilities according to a regular specified schedule; Maintains and updates a complete list of assigned projects, with reasonable timeline for each, to be provided monthly to the department chairperson; Walk through at the beginning and end of each work day to ensure the working order and cleanliness of all the laboratory equipment; Assist in planning and implementing outreach programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in electronics, power systems, computers, and mechanical testing; Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal, online, verbal and written communication skills; Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; Self-starter who can work with minimum supervision and can handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines promptly and efficiently.

EDUCATION:    Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or closely related field.

Full job description posted in Human Resources.

Application required.

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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF THEOLOGY

Department: Theology
Job ID: n/a
Closing date: March 31, 2013

Founded in 1852 by the Society of Mary, St. Mary’s is a Catholic and Marianist university with a strong tradition of integrating liberal arts with professional studies. St. Mary’s enrolls 4,000 students in a diverse university with five schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. St. Mary’s has been cited for high graduation rates among Texas colleges and is ranked among the best in the West Region for value and academic quality by U.S. News & World Report. St. Mary’s, a designated Hispanic Serving Institution, is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest, and continues to advocate the Marianist mission of academic excellence and servant leadership.

The Department of Theology of St. Mary’s University of San Antonio, TX, invites applications for a tenure-track position in systematic theology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2012 and continuing until the position is filled. An ordinary course load is 12 hours per semester. A strong commitment to teaching excellence and a dedication to scholarly research are required. Typical topics (graduate and undergraduate) would include Christology, Church, and Sacraments. Summer teaching is available. Participation in advising and other non-teaching duties is expected. The salary is competitive.

With seven tenure-track faculty supported by visiting and adjunct faculty professors, the Department of Theology provides a course entitled “Foundations of Reflection: God” as part of the core curriculum of the University. This course, along with an upper-level theology course, is a required for all undergraduate students. It is also possible for members of the Department to teach additional core courses, such as “Foundations of Civilization,” and “Civic Engagement and Social Action.”

In order to contribute to the Department’s mission within the University, the successful candidate will have a strong disciplinary knowledge which is complemented by an interdisciplinary background. A doctorate in theology, preferably from a Catholic institution, is required.

Since this position relates to Christian doctrine, candidates should be Catholic, grounded in the Catholic Church’s theological tradition and development, and mindful of an ecumenical spirit. Candidates will be encouraged to participate actively in local parish or archdiocesan life. St. Mary’s University encourages applications from women, Hispanic, and other minority candidates. For further information about St. Mary’s University and its Theology Department, please see the Department’s Web page, http://www.stmarytx.edu/acad/theology.

Applications can be found at http://www.stmarytx.edu/hr. Along with the employment application please send: (1) a letter of interest in the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) graduate transcripts showing completion of the doctorate; (4) three letters of recommendation; (5) evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly performance or potential; and (6) a writing sample. Send the material to: Dr. William D. Buhrman, Chair, Department of Theology, St. Mary's University, One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, Texas 78228-8585.

Screening of applicants begins October 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be held at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Religion in Chicago, Illinois.  Additional preliminary interviews may be made by conference call.   Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

AA/EEO

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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF FORENSIC SCIENCE

Department: Criminal Justice and Criminology Department
Job ID: n/a
Closing date: March 31, 2013

The Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology invites applications for an Assistant Professor tenure-track position to begin in the 2013-2014 academic year; salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology offers a B.A. in Criminal Justice, a B.A. in Criminology and a B.A. in Forensic Science.  The department is committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship. 

The successful applicant must have a Ph.D.  in Criminal Justice or Criminology or a terminal degree in a related field.  Experience in forensic science is essential.  Faculty members are expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly research and involvement in university and/or community activities.  The ideal candidate will be a generalist with the ability to teach a range of courses including, but not limited to: crime scene investigation, forensic criminology, forensic victimology, sex crimes, violent crimes, forensic lab techniques and statistics.  A typical teaching load for the Assistant Professor of Forensic Science may include four courses per fall and spring semesters.  Duties will include serving as academic advisor for the forensic science majors and administering the forensic science internship course.

Founded in 1852 by the Society of Mary, Marianists, St. Mary’s is a comprehensive Catholic and Marianist university with a strong tradition of integrating liberal arts with professional studies. St. Mary’s enrolls 4,000 students in a diverse university with five schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. St. Mary’s has been cited for high graduation rates among Texas colleges and is ranked among the best in the West Region for value and academic quality by U.S. News & World Report.

St. Mary’s is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest, and continues to advocate the Marianist mission of academic excellence and servant leadership. St. Mary’s fosters a community of faith in which people of varied traditions and experiences unite in commitment to an educational venture, in dedication to a life of scholarship, and in service to society. The successful candidate does not need to be of the Catholic faith, but is expected to contribute to the University’s mission and be supportive of the Roman Catholic and Marianist educational mission.

Doctoral degree must be from an accredited institution and must be completed at time of employment (August 2013).  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applications can be found at www.stmarytx.edu/hr.  Along with the employment application please also submit (1) letter of application addressing interest in position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) official graduate transcript confirming the doctoral degree, (4) three letters of reference; (5) statements of teaching philosophy and research interests; and (6) evidence of teaching excellence or potential to: Dr. Armando J. Abney, Chair, Forensic Science Search Committee, Box 74, St. Mary’s University, One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, Texas, 78228-8574.   Review of applications will begin October 1, 2012, and continue until position is filled. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.  AA/EOE

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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Department: Psychology
Job ID: n/a
Closing date: May 31, 2013

St. Mary’s University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Industrial/Organizational Psychology beginning Fall 2013. Successful candidates for the position must have a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and be able to teach core graduate-level courses in the discipline. Teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate level will include statistics, research, and courses in area of specialization.  The Department of Psychology offers the B.A. in Psychology and the M.A. and M.S. in Psychology with specialization in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. The department, the largest undergraduate major in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, is committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship and is actively involved in mentoring and supporting student research. St. Mary’s University, operated by the Society of Mary, is a Catholic university with the mission to foster a community of faith in which people of varied traditions and experiences unite in commitment to an educational venture, in dedication to a life of scholarship, and in service to society. The successful applicant need not be of the Catholic faith but must be supportive of the Marianist educational mission. Doctoral degree must be from an accredited institution and must be completed at time of employment. Applications can be found at http://www.stmarytx.edu/hr. Along with the application please also forward (1) letter of application addressing interest in position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) official graduate transcript confirming the doctoral degree, (4) three letters of reference, and (5) evidence of teaching excellence or potential to: Dr. Gregory Pool, I/O Psychology Graduate Program Director, Box 73, St. Mary’s University, One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, Texas, 78228. Review of applications will begin January 28, 2013, and continue until position is filled. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. AA/EOE

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