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Position Openings
President
The Bethel College Board of Directors invites applications or nominations for the position of President.
Bethel College is a private, liberal arts, undergraduate college affiliated with the Mennonite Church USA and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Majors and concentrations include traditional liberal arts and science fields, pre-professional and accredited professional programs (nursing, social work, and teacher education). The student body of 430 students is approximately two-thirds residential and traditional age and one-third non-residential and non-traditional. Distinctive emphases include peace, justice and conflict resolution, cross-cultural awareness and discipleship rooted in free conviction and commitment to Christian community.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume. Five references will be requested. Information should be sent to Ray Penner, 1825 K Street NW Suite 705, Washington, D.C. 20006. Bethel has also hired the company Academic Search to help with the presidential search process. In addition to submitting materials to Ray Penner, applicants may contact consultant Dr. James Davis at (540) 539-9415 or via e-mail at jdavis@academic-search.com. Bethel is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Resident Director
Bethel College (North Newton, Kansas) invites applications for a Resident Director for a coed residence hall to begin early summer, 2010. A member of the Student Life team, this Resident Director is responsible for the overall leadership and administration of a residence hall which houses up to160 students. Additional responsibilities may include serving as Multicultural/International Student Advisor, facilitating meetings and events, and monitoring budgets. This is a live-in, full-time position during the school year with time off during the summer. The successful candidate will be a role model, advisor and mentor for residents; recruit, select, train, supervise and evaluate student staff; implement campus community standards; possibly facilitate groups on an adventure course; and fulfill other general duties assigned by the VP for Student Life.
Qualifications include commitment to Bethel’s Christian ethics, passion for student development and diversity, cultural competency, organizational skills, interpersonal communication skills and a genuine interest and satisfaction in working with students, faculty and staff. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field is required. Advanced degrees, bilingual and previous experience with student organizations, orientation, residence life, supervision and/or peer advising preferred. Applicants should submit an application letter indicating interest and accompanied by a resume and contact information, including email addresses for three references to: Chad Childs, Vice President for Student Life, Bethel College, 300 East 27th Street, North Newton, KS 67117; e-mail; phone 316-284-5324. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Bethel College is a four-year, private, primarily residential, liberal arts college. It is the oldest Mennonite college in North America. Bethel College educates leaders through faith and learning, building its programs on four central values: discipleship, scholarship, service, and integrity. Distinctive elements of a Bethel College education include requirements in cross-cultural learning and religion and an emphasis on undergraduate research, internships, and study-abroad. Bethel College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minority individuals to apply.
Theater Faculty/Recruiter
Bethel College seeks a full-time Theater generalist starting August 2010. The position is a 9-month position; renewal contingent on meeting recruitment goals. Responsibilities will include: 1) instructional duties in the Communication Arts curriculum; 2) directing one or two main-stage productions; and 3) meeting defined goals for recruiting new students for theater performance. Additional responsibilities may be included based on the candidate’s qualifications. Advanced degree in Theater preferred/persons with comparable professional experience may apply. Salaried position with benefits package included.
Bethel College is a four-year, private, primarily residential, undergraduate, liberal arts college affiliated with the Mennonite Church USA and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Majors and concentrations include traditional liberal arts and science fields, pre-professional and accredited professional programs (athletic training, nursing, social work, and teacher education). Distinctive emphases include peace, justice and conflict resolution, cross-cultural awareness and discipleship rooted in free conviction and commitment to Christian community.
Review of applicants will begin April 1, 2010, and continue until position is filled. Please send cover letter, application, a curriculum vita/resume with email addresses for three references, and graduate transcript copies along with your teaching philosophy to Brad Born, Vice President for Academic Affairs, 300 E. 27th, North Newton, KS 67117 or e-mail. EOE/AA