Visiting Assistant Professor of Music

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Cottey College, a private liberal arts and sciences college for women, invites applications for a full-time visiting assistant professor of woodwinds/theory, starting August 2023. We seek a candidate to teach applied woodwinds for beginners through advanced students, music theory, and aural skills classes. Other courses such as beginning guitar, music history, or music appreciation may be substituted for advanced theory and aural skills courses depending on faculty specialties. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. or D.M.A. in music and experience teaching woodwinds and theory/aural skills in higher education; however, candidates with a master’s degree in music and experience teaching woodwinds and theory/aural skills will also be considered.

Cottey College encompasses a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff, including 29% first generation students, 47% students awarded Pell Grants, 15% students of color, 6% international students, 19% faculty of color, and 29% international faculty. A Cottey education is guided by three threads: leadership, social responsibility, and global awareness. The successful candidate will have demonstrated favorable results in working with diverse populations.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references. Application materials should be submitted by email as Word or PDF documents to Dr. Jill Compton, Interim VPAA, Cottey College, Nevada, MO. E-mail: dkerbs@cottey.edu; Phone: 417-667-8181. Further information about Cottey is available at http://www.cottey.edu. Cottey College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre

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Cottey College, a private liberal arts and sciences institution for women, invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre for the 2023-24 academic year. We are seeking vibrant candidates to teach a full range of courses in theatre, including Dramatic Literature, Introduction to Theatre, Performance of Literature, Script Analysis, And Theatre of Social Change to name a few. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research and pedagogical commitments reflect a diverse approach that acknowledges issues of gender, race, and leadership. Required qualifications include a terminal degree in theatre. Desired qualifications include ability to teach speech communication courses (e.g., Fundamentals of Speech, Interpersonal Communication) and/or ability to design for theatre productions. Additional duties may include recruitment, support for our secondary education degree with a certification in speech and theatre, and service to the college. The teaching load is typically four courses per semester that may include rotation of a course that entails directing a theatre production.

Cottey College includes a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff, including 29% first generation students, 47% students awarded Pell Grants, 15% students of color, 6% international students, 19% faculty of color, and 29% international faculty. A Cottey education is guided by three threads: leadership, social responsibility, and global awareness. The successful candidate will have demonstrated favorable results in working with diverse populations.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, and the contact information for three references. Teaching philosophies are appreciated though not required. Application materials should be submitted by email as Word or PDF documents to Dr. Jill Compton, Interim VPAA, Cottey College, Nevada, MO 64772. E-mail: dkerbs@cottey.edu; Phone: 417-667-8181. Further information about Cottey is available at http://www.cottey.edu. Cottey College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Assistant Softball Coach

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Job Description: Under general direction of the Head Coach, performs a wide range of difficult-to-complex coaching and administrative activities related to the development and implementation of a competitive collegiate program. This includes, but is not limited to assisting the head coach in all phases of the program in compliance with the mission of the college and NAIA rules and regulations.

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Associate Director of Admissions

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Job Description:Under the general direction of the vice president for student life and enrollment, the associate director of admissions is responsible for assisting with the management of the admissions process at the institution, which includes overseeing the recruitment and enrollment of new students, supervising the enrollment counselors, developing and implementing admissions policies and procedures, and helping to ensure that the institution meets its recruitment goals. In addition, the Associate Director will work in an assigned territory to perform a wide range of admission, outreach, and recruitment duties to articulate the vision and mission of Cottey College. At times, the position requires alternative work hours outside of a traditional 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. work week with some weekends as well as limited travel.

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Student Accounts Specialist

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Job Description: The Student Accounts Specialist is responsible for all aspects of student billing, including ensuring all charges and financial aid are properly posted.  This position works directly with students with a customer service orientation, ensuring that all collection activities (current and past due) are completed by the team and are compliant with company policies.  This position will complete daily/monthly General Ledger processing, account reconciliations and review student charges.

The Student Accounts Specialist will be highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. It is also important to display excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. The ability to interact with a wide variety of consumers in a positive and professional manner is crucial.

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Assistant or Associate Professor of Criminology

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Assistant or Associate Professor of Criminology

 Cottey College, a leading private liberal arts and sciences college for women, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Criminology, starting August 2023. Teaching load typically includes four courses each semester. The successful candidate should have a graduate degree (PhD preferred but ABD considered) in criminology or in sociology with a specialization in criminology and experience in teaching courses in criminology and sociology. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in undergraduate education, teaching and advising, and a desire to develop the Criminology program at Cottey. Teaching load typically includes four courses each semester, and faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly activities and provide service to the Cottey community. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Cottey College includes a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff, including 27% first generation students, 47% students awarded Pell Grants, 18% students of color, 6% international students, 19% faculty of color, and 29% international faculty. A Cottey education is guided by three threads: leadership, social responsibility, and global awareness. The successful candidate will have demonstrated favorable results in working with diverse populations.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, and contact information for three references by email as Word or PDF documents to Dr. Jill Compton, Interim VPAA, Cottey College, Nevada, MO 64772. E-mail: dkerbs@cottey.edu; Phone: 417-667-8181. Further information about Cottey is available at http://www.cottey.edu. Cottey College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Staff Accountant

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Job Description: The Staff Accountant is responsible for various day-to-day accounting activities including variance analysis, cash management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash applications, journal entries, bank deposits, online transfers, bank/credit card and general ledger reconciliations, and all other related duties as assigned. This position supports the day-to-day activities of the Business Office.

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Associate Registrar

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Job Description: The Associate Registrar is responsible for assisting in the leadership and administration of all facets of the Office of Academic Records, including transcript services, academic policy documentation and interpretation, academic standing reporting, degree auditing, and data compilation and analyses related to regular and ad hoc projects.

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