It is necessary that you complete our Application for Employment form in its entirety. You may provide a resume, but it may not replace any information asked for on the application. (When emailing your application, please send in Word doc form only. Please do not use file extensions other than .doc and do not cut and paste Word doc information into the body of the email. Doing so will cause proper formatting to be lost. This will cause a delay and require you to re-submit your materials).

• Click here for the application in Microsoft Word format
• Click here for the application in Adobe (PDF) format

If selected for interview you will be asked to sign the application at that time. Send it to:

University of La Verne
Human Resources Department
1950 Third Street
La Verne, CA 91750

Position numbers _______ _______ _______

Or you may FAX your application to: (909) 392-2791; or email to: jobs@laverne.edu

If you attach a document, use only Microsoft Word or an Adobe PDF file. Otherwise include all information in the main body of the email message.

Please, omit photographs and any information (such as age, race, marital status, religion, disabilities, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation) that is not directly related to skills and ability to perform the work of the position. Otherwise it may be necessary to return your application for amending and re-filing.

La Verne is a proud member of HERC

Positions Available:

#3185 – Credential Analyst / Academic Advisor I – Regional Campus Administration (RCA)

The University of La Verne has an opening for a Credential Analyst /Academic Advisor I –in the RCA Education Programs department.  The basic function of this position is to provide students enrolled in RCA’s Center for Educators programs (10+ off site educational locations) with information and guidance about credentialing requirements and to ensure that the University is in compliance with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) credential program regulations.

The duties of this position include:

• Provide credential and academic advising to all RCA Centers for Educators students regarding the University’s credential and masters programs.  Advise students, graduates, and others regarding credential issues (internships. Clearing, renewing, or adding credentials).  Collaborate with school districts regarding internship and fieldwork requirements.  Remain current on California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) requirements.
• Evaluate, process and submit credential applications in compliance with CCTC regulations to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC).
• Monitor field work eligibility for EDUC 583A/B.  Communicate with program chairs, faculty and students regarding eligibility requirements and course registration.
• Act as a liaison between the University and the Commission on Teacher Credentialing by attending conferences and workshops to stay current on CCTC regulations and procedures.
• Travel to the various educational cohort sites with the Fieldwork Coordinator in the Educational Counseling/Pupil Personnel Credential program to conduct the fieldwork orientation for the students.

• Assist the other Academic Advisors in the Center for Educators with admission documents such as certificate of clearance.

• Compile and monitor the evaluation data required for NCATE and CCTC accreditation.
• Collaborate with Teacher Education faculty concerning Master Teacher payments for each regional area (Santa Clarita, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Victorville) and work as a liaison between the University of La Verne and various school districts to ensure that payments are appropriately documented.
• Responsible for follow up on credential completion rates by conducting surveys with students and their employer, one year after the students completes their credential program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of postsecondary education and work experience.  Critical to this position is the ability to use Access and Excel to create databases, forms, queries, and reports, as well as be able to create data entry forms in Adobe.  Knowledge of BANNER is desirable.  Candidates must have the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and La Verne employees, as well as the Registrar’s Office and various academic departments.  Attention to detail and the ability to problem solve is essential to be successful in this position.  Employment is contingent upon passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  To apply, please see instructions above.

#3184 – Academic Advisor II/III – Ventura County Campus – (Regional Campus Administration)

The University of La Verne welcomes applicants for the position of Acadmic Advisor II/ III (depending on qualifications) located in Oxnard, CA.  The primary responsibility for this position is to provide undergraduate and graduate students at the Ventura County Campus with the academic advising information and guidance using the full knowledge of La Verne’s academic policies and procedures.  Equally important is for the Academic Advisor to encourage and support the adult learner through his/her academic journey towards graduation.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include:

ADVISING:

• Provide prospective students with information about the University and the degree programs that we offer.
• Provide program information, admission information, and unofficial transfer credit evaluations for prospective students.
• Be in regular contact with new and prosepective students and follow up on outstanding admissions documents to insure the admission process is as seemless as possible.
• Review undergraduate applications for admission and recommend admission decisions to the Director.
• Provide each student with an education plan which shows those courses that should be taken at La Verne each term until graduation and update plan as needed.
• Provide undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at the regional campus with academic advising information and decisions using the full knowledge of ULV’s academic policies and procedures about general education requirements, major requirements, and transfer credit requirements. This will occur in-person, by telephone, or through written correspondence (including email).
• Maintain the academic files of all students enrolled at the Regional Campus.
• Review and update files of all enrolled students once a term to determine academic advising issues that should be discussed with students.
• Monitor and enforce course prerequisites and maximum student course loads each term.
• Submit recommendations about course scheduling needs to program directors.

ASSISTING WITH REGISTRATION:

• Provide the guidance necessary for each student to become matriculated.
• Notify students each term of important dates and deadlines such as when the registration period starts and the drop/withdrawal periods. Advise students with course selection and assist them with the registration process each term.

RETENTION:

• Each term, contact those students who did not enroll to determine why they were not enrolled and to assist with their reenrollment.

RECRUITMENT:

• Represent La Verne at the community colleges in the serevice area of the campus and at college fairs or other events as requested by the Campus Director.

OTHER:

• Routinely visit the La Verne central campus for meetings and training workshops as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Campus Director

The position requires a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of academic advising experience, preferably at the college level. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work in a team and develop effective and trusting relationships with students and La Verne employees, develop a positvie working relationship wth the Registrar’s Office and the various academic departments in order to address student advisement questions, the ability to utilize the University’s adminstrative computer software system (Banner) to retrieve student records and to input admission, registration and transfer credit information, to use Microsoft Office Suite software, and to have strong written and verbal communication skills.   Employment is contingent upon passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  To apply, please see instructions above.

#3177 – Director, External & Summer Programs, Enrollment Management

The University of La Verne has an opening for a Director of External and Summer Programs in the Enrollment Management Department.  Reporting directly to the Vice Provost, the Director of External and Summer Programs will manage the operations, financial and budgetary planning and oversight, personnel activities, development and marketing of external programs for University of La Verne.  In addition, the Director will provide assistance to academic units in offering a well planned and comprehensive schedule of summer courses.

The duties of the position include developing a comprehensive five year plan for external and summer programs based on marketing research;  marketing the external and summer programs with a comprehensive print, online and web-based marketing communication plan and follow-up protocol;  building and maintaining regional and national corporate relationships;  negotiating agreements with entities for developing and offering external programs and summer courses while adhering to University rules and regulations and assuring compliance;  collaborating with the Deans in planning, identifying, scheduling and managing the instructional resources required for the programs offered through the External and Summer Program unit;  coordinating the facilities management of the program through scheduling and pricing of space and managing costs of facilities and other program resources;   preparing annual planning and reporting;  and other related duties as assigned.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of experience in marketing or sales.  College level courses in Management, Marketing, and Accounting are desirable.   Position requires a moderate amount of work to be conducted during evenings and weekends.  A California Driver’s License with reliable, insured transportation is required.  Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a complete background investigation including a DMV report.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  To apply, please see instructions above.

#3180 – Assistant Director, Capital Planning – Facility & Technology Services

The University of La Verne has a position available for an Assistant Director of Capital Planning in the Facility & Technology Services Department.  Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Capital Planning & Central Services, the Assistant Director will oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned capital projects; coordinate all capital planning project tracking, resources and budgeting; direct sustainable initiatives in capital planning and construction, coordinate staffing and departmental moves; and develop policies, processes and marketing which further enhance capital planning and construction at the University of La Verne.

The duties of the seven key areas of the position include: 1) Capital Planning & Budgeting – reviewing deliverables, tracking and managing all project budgets, studying job specifications, reviewing projects/negotiating revisions, working with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors for any changes and/or additions to agreements; developing and maintaining good working relationships with faculty and staff in preparing program/construction project reviews and needs analysis; preparing budget estimates and coordinating paperwork for Capital Planning Senior Director review and approval; developing and implementing quality control programs; overseeing performance of all trade contractors and reviewing architectural and engineering drawings to ensure all specifications and regulations are followed; obtaining/coordinating permits and licenses as necessary.  2) Capital Project Operations – establish and document the process stream for moving capital projects from form concept to occupancy that ensures fiscal control and accountability; processes vendor payments, change orders and contracts and other events that impact project delivery; assuring proper classification and application of costs in accordance with special construction job ledger created for management of construction expenditures; logging and monitoring all capital expenditures and assuring they are made in conformance with university policies and procedures; reviewing monthly capital budget statements (BiTech) to reconcile costs to Capital Projects department records; 3) Project Tracking – tracking all capital projects and resources through the use of project management software; generating progress tracking reports for the capital project team and Senior Director; evaluating construction methods and determining cost effectiveness plans; reporting to owners and architects about progress and/or modification of plans (or master plan); tracking and controlling construction schedule and associated costs of all capital projects (greater than $100 Million) to achieve completion of the project within time and monies allocated.  4) Sustainable Initiatives – researching, recommending, and implementing sustainable initiatives which enhance University capital planning; performing assessments and reviews; serving as point source of information for sustainability; coordinating of waste, water, and lighting audits of university buildings; coordinating programs with the University community; collaborating with the Senior Director for ways to reduce the environmental impacts of university facilities.  5) Space/Departmental Moves Management – assisting the Senior Director in coordinating space management at the University of La Verne including maintaining space assignments; coordinating space transitions and coordinating University departmental moves; processing moving contracts; coordinating work orders for phones, data, signage, equipment, assets, etc. for moves of all sizes. 6) Capital Planning Standards/Resources – creating and maintaining master database of University of La Verne building standards; syncing with physical plant staff, maintenance, custodial, landscape, and other contracted labor to develop and maintain database of information for use in the development and implementation of University capital projects; maintaining all submittals and inventory of map/plan room.  7) Capital Planning Website and Marketing – coordinating and updating capital planning website with up-to-date information regarding construction impacts, capital planning, and departmental moves; coordinating and communicating move information, impacts, and resources.  Other – additional duties as assigned.

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in project management, construction, architecture, business, or related discipline.  Additionally required are three years of experience in construction/project estimating, three years of experience in project management/project tracking, and 2 years of experience in budgeting/financial reporting, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.   Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  To apply, please see instructions above.

#3109 – Director of the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, Academic Affairs Office

The University of La Verne invites applicants for the position of Director of the Center for Advancement of Teaching and Learning (CATL).  Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President, Academic Support & Retention, the Director of the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning (CATL) will direct and manage the CATL and work collaboratively with members of the entire academic community to develop and execute faculty development programming in the areas of pedagogy, instructional technology, and course design.

The Director will provide administrative leadership to the CATL with the following duties:

1. FACULTY SUPPORT OF TEACHING AND LEARNING; collaborate with faculty to design effective courses and pedagogical techniques, support and train faculty in effective mentor and intensive discussion leader practices, assist academic units create assessment instruments, collaborate to create learning resources in support of information literacy and assist in developing active research programs that support pedagogical and curriculum development.
2. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP; support effective use of instructional technology in the teaching and learning environments, promote the Learning Management System (Blackboard) to advance the pedagogical environment through web enhanced, hybrid and online learning, support use of course management systems, multimedia software and SMART classroom design and utilization, implement new software solutions that support the learning environment.
3. PEDAGOGICAL INNOVATION; create assessment tools for student learning outcomes, champion new learning formats, create community based learning experiences with faculty as lead consultants, develop “learning communities” that integrate different learning environments, facilitate faculty involvement in scholarship associated with teaching and learning.
4. INTERNAL NETWORKING- Faculty Development; assist in the transfer of “best practices” by facilitating interactions among faculty and staff across the University.
5.  EXTERNAL NETWORKING- Faculty Development; collaborate with peer institutions to identify external best practices; collaborate with peer institutions to raise University’s profile and export faculty development model, identify emerging issues in faculty development, TA training and learning support.
6. ACADEMIC AFFAIRS LEADERSHIP; collaborate with faculty to develop a vision that supports and advances excellence in teaching and learning, action research, improves teaching practices, innovative teaching projects, influence the design and governance of faculty recognition awards, provide “expert” counsel to the Provost and academic leadership on teaching excellence, evaluation and assessment.

This position requires a doctorate degree.  A minimum of 3-5 years related experience in leading instructional technology, faculty development, teaching, administration, and research are also required.  Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  To apply, please see instructions above.

#3173 – Academic and Bar Support Counselor, College of Law

The University of La Verne has an opening for a full-time Academic and Bar Support Counselor at the College of Law located in Ontario, CA.  Reporting directly to the Assistant Dean of Academic and Bar Support, the primary function of this position is to assist in providing academic and bar exam support services to students at the College of Law.

The duties of the position include tutoring La Verne Law students and its graduates studying for the California Bar Examination; providing feedback on student practice assignments; counseling students on academic and bar exam success skills and attorney licensing requirements; presenting workshops related to academic and bar support; collecting data regarding the success of the academic and bar support programs; and other related duties as assigned.

This position requires a Juris Doctor degree with at least one (1) year of academic experience in either law school teaching or bar exam tutoring.  Experience working with diverse populations is preferred.  Additionally, the successful candidate will be a member of the State Bar of California.  Evening work is necessary to accommodate students enrolled in the part-time and evening division, occasional attendance at weekend events is required.  Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  To apply, please see instructions above.

#3170 – Assistant Dean of Academic and Bar Support – College of Law

The University of La Verne invites applicants for the position of Assistant Dean of Academic and Bar Support at the College of Law, located in Ontario, CA.  This is a full-time position reporting to the Dean of the College of Law.  The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing programs that will assist students in achieving success during law school, as well as on the bar examination.

The duties include administration of various components of the academic and bar support programs which include, but are not limited to, workshops, mentoring and advising, and academic and bar support classes that are mandatory for students; teaching a mandatory academic success course for first and second year students and a mandatory bar preparation course for all students in their final year of law school; tutoring graduates preparing for the bar examination; conducting various academic success and bar preparation workshops; supervising one or more full-time or part-time Bar Exam Counselors, Assistant Directors, or Associate Directors; and collecting and evaluating data to help assess the effectiveness of the academic and bar support programs.

Candidates must be graduates of an ABA approved law school and admitted to practice in at least one jurisdiction by examination. Experience in academic support and bar preparation instruction is preferred. Other areas for consideration include administrative, teaching or counseling experience.  Banner, statistics, and data analysis training is desirable.  This position requires occasional evening and weekend work.  Employment is contingent upon passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.

To apply, please see instructions above, in addition, even though this position is not considered a faculty position, it does require teaching courses so we request that you also include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae and a statement of teaching philosophy and goals along with the name and contact information of three (3) references.  To apply, please see above instructions.

#3154 – Associate Director, Administrative Services – Student Housing and Residential Education

The University of La Verne has a position available for an Associate Director, Administrative Services (ADAS) in the Student Housing and Residential Education (SHARE) Department.  Reporting directly to the Director of SHARE, the ADAS provides leadership for the administrative services of the residential housing program; works collaboratively in setting the vision and direction with emphasis on excellence in customer service, effective and efficient delivery of services, sound business practices and adherence to the departmental mission which focuses on community, respect for diversity, safe and healthy living environment, student academic success and student leadership/engagement.  The ADAS will also be responsible leading marketing, licensing and assignment strategies in order to meet occupancy and revenue targets.  The ADAS serves as a member of the Division of Student Affairs and as such will assist in committee work and projects.

The duties of the position include providing leadership and protocol development for the contracting process; preparing and revising license agreements and applications; coordinating the administrative phases of the check-in/out process; maintaining the residential management software; developing comprehensive marketing and outreach strategies, marketing materials and web-page development; collaborating with the Director in establishing and monitoring departmental budget, coordinating annual room rates and occupancy projections, vendor contracting, service agreement development and production of financial and occupancy reports; hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff members; providing leadership for key management operations which includes maintenance of records, re-key requests, maintenance of card key software and maintaining integrity of security access and management; developing service protocols, manuals and assessment tool for front office reception and customer service operations; providing service to the Division of Student Affairs and campus committees and other projects; supporting professional associations through committee work, conference presentations and active participation; serving as the liaison to other departments regarding residential education needs or concerns; and serving as the administrator in charge in the Director’s absence.

This position requires a Master’s degree in Social/Behavioral Sciences, Student Development, Business Administration or Marketing; minimum of five (5) years of experience in hiring and training, supervising, and computer proficiency; minimum of three (3) years of experience in direct housing and assignments and marketing.  Experience in business administration and college housing programs as well as with BANNER or STAR REZ resident management software is highly desirable.  Employment is contingent upon passing a complete background investigation.

The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.  Applicant review will begin April 13, 2012.  To apply, please see instructions above.