Employment Opportunities

Job Title: Leadership Gift Officer

Job ID: 1975

Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg is a highly selective, private, four-year residential, liberal arts college located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, approximately 60 miles northwest of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,200 students, Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences as well as selected pre-professional programs, including accounting, business, education and public health. For more information, visit www.muhlenberg.edu.

The Leadership Gift Officer (LGO) will advance the mission of Muhlenberg College by developing and increasing the level of personal involvement and financial commitment of alumni, parents and friends. The incumbent will be part of an experienced and talented development team challenged with meeting and exceeding the College’s annual and long term goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage an on-going fund raising cultivation cycle with a portfolio of 125 qualified leadership gift prospects capable of making gifts of $50,000 or more to the College.
• Develop and maintain a travel schedule to make a minimum of 120 personal visits during each 12-month cycle, including prospects and donors in PA, NJ, NY and western states.
• Responsible for raising leadership gift level commitments for approved College priorities each fiscal year -- i.e. capital projects, endowment or current operations. These commitments may be in the form of multi-year and planned gift pledges.
• Work with academic and administrative leaders, trustees and other volunteers to gain access to prospects and close gifts.
• Attend major on-campus College functions, including but not limited to Alumni Weekend, Commencement Weekend, Honors Convocation, Opening Convocation and Board of Trustee meetings and retreats; as well as regional alumni event activities.
• Collaborate with the alumni affairs team in successfully staging relationship building dinners, programs and events to foster stronger ties to Muhlenberg.
• Work closely with the entire advancement team to assure that fund raising opportunities are coordinated and maximized.
• Identify potential College volunteers for planned giving, annual fund, reunions, student career networking and placement, alumni association and leadership boards.
• Create and maintain your annual plan, defining individuals for relationship development and gift proposals, dollars to be raised, and number of closed gifts. Be responsible for meeting these targets.
• Contribute ideas and strategies for collaborative development programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned in pursuit of the mission of the Advancement organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Belief in, commitment to, and the ability to articulate clearly the values of Muhlenberg College’s mission in an enthusiastic, clear and compelling manner.
• Proven self-starter, able to take appropriate initiative to ensure success.
• Excellent oral and written communications and relationship building skills.
• Strong personal work ethic and unquestionable personal integrity.
• Flexibility and the demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced environment, juggling numerous cultivation relationships with prospects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed goals, effectively handle multiple priorities and work well as a part of a team, within a clearly defined policy and procedure protocol.
• Ability to successfully leverage the time of volunteers, and academic and administrative staff in contact with donors. This includes strong preparation and good judgment about the extent to which cultivation can effectively be staff driven.
• Five or more years of development/relationship building experience. Familiarity with planned giving and blended gift concepts is a requirement.

To view the full job description and to apply for this position, proceed to our Career site at: Muhlenberg Careers. 

To be considered for this position, upload your cover letter, resume, separate diversity statement summarizing your experiences and commitment to equity and inclusion, and names/contact information for three references. Please combine all application materials into a single pdf if possible. Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. For best consideration, apply by November 15, 2019. 

An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. For additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can find the latest updates to the College's Diversity Strategic Plan here.

Job Title: Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Tennis, Part Time

Job ID: 1885

Muhlenberg College, a Division III institution and a member of the Centennial Conference is seeking applications for an Assistant Coach – Men’s and Women’s Tennis. Coaching or collegiate playing experience and a four year college degree are preferred. Responsibilities include assisting head coach in all phases of the women’s tennis program within college, conference and NCAA rules and regulations; includes evaluating, identifying, and recruiting prospective student-athletes; and planning and implementing strategies into daily practices.  Part-time, hourly paid position, total expected gross wages not to exceed $5,000.

To view the full job description and to apply for this position, proceed to our Career site at: Muhlenberg Careers. 

To be considered for this position, applicants will be required to upload a cover letter, resume, separate diversity statement summarizing your experiences and commitment to equity and inclusion (Your diversity statement should note how you demonstrate your commitment to the principles of diversity, equity and includion in your work, commmunity and/or personal life. This may include, for example, work assignments, community service/mentoring, committee service, recruitment/retention activities, etc.), and names/contact information for three references, preferably as a single PDF document.

Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.   

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. All employees are expected to support Muhlenberg's commitment to function as a diverse, caring, inclusive community.  For additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can visit the College's Diversity Strategic Plan.

Job Title: Lecturer, Biology

Job ID: 1979

The Biology Department seeks a biologist with expertise in vertebrate animal anatomy or physiology and a desire to teach in a liberal arts setting. Teaching responsibilities include Human Anatomy and Physiology and Biology for Dance majors. MS or PhD required, with college teaching experience. This is a full-time contract position, with potential for annual renewal. Applicants with experience or interest in dance are especially encouraged to apply. All applicants should be committed to enhancing our culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg is a highly selective, private, four-year residential, liberal arts college located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, approximately 60 miles northwest of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,200 students, Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences as well as selected pre-professional programs, including accounting, business, education and public health.

Candidates should upload their complete applications as a single pdf file to our Workday application portal here: Muhlenberg Careers. A complete application will include: (1) curriculum vitae; (2) teaching statement; and (3) a diversity statement describing your experiences supporting diversity and ways in which you can contribute to Muhlenberg’s goal of becoming a more inclusive and equitable community. Applicants must also have three reference letters sent directly to hrfacultysearch@muhlenberg.edu (with the candidate’s name in the subject line). Questions should be directed to Bruce Wightman, Chair of Biology. Application review begins immediately and will continue until the positions have been filled. For full consideration, submit complete application by January 17, 2020.

An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. For additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can find the latest updates to the College's Diversity Strategic Plan at this link: College's Diversity Strategic Plan‌.

Job Title: Assistant or Associate Professor, Mathematics & Computer Science, Tenure Track

Job ID: 1957

The Muhlenberg College Department of Mathematics and Computer Science seeks to fill a tenure-track position in computer science at the assistant or associate professor level to begin in the fall of 2020. A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field is required by August 2020 and all areas of specialty will be considered. As an equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. To learn about Muhlenberg’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, see updates to the College’s Diversity Strategic Plan here.

Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg is a highly selective, private, four-year residential, liberal arts college located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, approximately 60 miles northwest of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,200 students, Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences as well as selected pre-professional programs, including accounting, business, education and public health.

A complete application will include (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a teaching statement describing experience and philosophy, (4) a diversity statement that includes how the applicant will support Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity in a diverse learning community, (5) a research statement, including a list of any supervised student research projects, (6) undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and (7) three confidential letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses teaching. Please have your confidential letters emailed to hrfacultysearch@muhlenberg.edu. All other materials should be uploaded to our application portal at Muhlenberg Careers.

Complete applications received by October 31, 2019 will receive full consideration. Any questions can be sent to the search chair, Dr. William Gryc, at williamgryc@muhlenberg.edu.

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor, Accelerated Business Program (Multiple Vacancies)

Job ID: 1976

The Accelerated Programs of Muhlenberg College invites applications for part-time evening faculty positions in the Bachelor of Business Administration programs of Healthcare Management, Business Administration, Human Resources Leadership, and Supply Chain Management beginning in the Summer of 2020. The Program seeks faculty with a commitment to adult students in and out of the classroom. The successful candidates will have a minimum of a Master’s degree in Business or a closely related field. Significant professional experience and/or professional certifications are preferred in addition to prior teaching experience at the time of hire.

Candidates should upload their complete applications as a single pdf file to our Workday application portal. A complete application will include: (1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications, (2) a curriculum vita, and (3) three references. 

To view the full job description and to apply for this position, please visit our Career site at: Muhlenberg Careers. Application review begins immediately and will continue until the positions have been filled.

Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg is a highly selective, private, four-year residential, liberal arts college located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, approximately 60 miles northwest of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,200 students, Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences as well as selected pre-professional programs, including accounting, business, education and public health.

An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. For additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can find the latest updates to the College's Diversity Strategic Plan here.

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Programs (Multiple Vacancies)

Job ID: 1980

Muhlenberg College School of Graduate Studies invites applications for part-time evening faculty positions in our inaugural graduate programs of Organizational Leadership and Applied Analytics for Organizations. The College seeks faculty with a commitment to adult students in and out of the classroom. Qualified candidates will have an earned PhD in an appropriate discipline or a minimum of a Master’s degree and significant professional and/or industry experience. Ideally, candidates will have significant professional experience and/or professional certifications in addition to prior teaching experience at the time of hire.

To apply, candidates should upload their complete applications as a single pdf file to our Workday application portal. A complete application will include: (1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications, (2) a curriculum vita, (3) three references, and (4) a personal statement summarizing how you can contribute to Muhlenberg’s commitment to inclusive excellence in higher education.

To view the full job description and to apply for this position, please visit our Career site at: Muhlenberg Careers. Application review begins immediately and will continue until the positions have been filled.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and adapt syllabi.
• Work with Digital Learning Team to create materials and formats for blended and hybrid course delivery models.
• Develop course materials.
• Coordinate coursework and curriculum with academic department through the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies.
• Facilitate class instruction, teaching the assigned class in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines specified by Muhlenberg College.
• Evaluate student performance through evaluations based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All course grades will be posted through Capstone/WorkDay.
• Participation in periodic faculty planning meetings and active leadership of the course and collaborative leadership of the program.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to the ideals of a liberal arts education
• Ph.D., Ed.D., or other terminal degree in their academic field or a minimum of a Master’s degree and significant professional and/or industry experience.
• Prior teaching at the college/university level either as a teaching assistant, guest lecturer or graduate research assistant.
• Professional experience in their academic field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
• Ability to solve problems and assess results.
• Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
• Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.
• Is punctual and detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.

An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. For additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can find the latest updates to the College's Diversity Strategic Plan.

Job Title: Groundskeeper

Job ID: 1977

Full-time, year-round position. Grounds functions include mowing, trimming and pruning, moving and installing furniture, set-up and take down for special events, daily maintenance and clean-up, and snow and ice removal. Must have ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis. Experience with skid steer loader, front end loaders, and chainsaw a plus. Must have a clean driving record, valid driver’s license and clear criminal background check. Please note: Grounds positions are classified as “Essential Personnel” and must report to work for snow removal when the College is closed due to winter storms. Starting salary of up to $14.75/hour depending upon background and experience. Muhlenberg offers excellent benefits, including eligibility to tuition programs for employees and dependents after two years of service.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Mow and trim lawns
• Prune and thin trees, shrubs, and hedges
• Grounds construction and repair
• Daily trash clean-up
• Move and install student furniture and office furniture
• Set-up and take down for special events
• Snow and ice removal
• Minor road and sidewalk repairs
• Other maintenance and cleanup duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions
• A valid PA Driver’s License
• One year of experience required; 2 years of landscape or horticulture preferred
• Experience with skid steer loader, front end loaders, and chainsaw a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent carrying and/or lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Full use of all extremities
• Frequent bending/squatting and kneeling
• Occasional lifting of items over 50 pounds, up to 100 pounds
• Constant walking and standing

Work Environment: Most work assignments require working outdoors in all seasons and all types of weather conditions. Evening and weekend work will be scheduled from time to time. All grounds positions are subject to call-out to provide needed services. Groundskeepers are considered “essential personnel” - during weather emergencies when essential personnel are required to report, groundskeepers must report to work or be subject to disciplinary action.

To apply, upload your cover letter, resume and names/contact information for three references to our career site at Muhlenberg Careers or visit the Human Resources office to complete a paper application. Please combine all application materials into a single pdf if possible. Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. For a printable application, click here.

An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. For additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can find the latest updates to the College's Diversity Strategic Plan at this link: College's Diversity Strategic Plan‌.