Job Opportunities

Wilmington College, a career-oriented liberal arts institution affiliated with the Society of Friends (Quakers), is located in southwestern Ohio, approximately one hour from Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton, and has an enrollment of nearly 2,000 traditional and non-traditional students. Two branches in Cincinnati serve a large number of non-traditional students.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a detailed cover letter and resume unless otherwise indicated in the position information. Please specify position of interest in the letter of application. We do not accept applications or resumes unless they are submitted for a position that is currently open. Applicants for faculty openings should send a resume, letter of application, names and contact information for three references and a statement of teaching philosophy. Submit materials to the Director of Human Resources, Wilmington College, Pyle Center 1187, 1870 Quaker Way, Wilmington, OH 45177-2499 or follow instructions in the position information below.

E-mail submissions to humanresources@wilmington.edu are encouraged for all positions. Some positions require the submission of a college employment application. Please specify position of interest in the letter of application. Wilmington College is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Wilmington College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, religion, gender, color, national origin, age, disability or any other category protected by law.

FACULTY POSITIONS

VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SPANISH

SABBATICAL REPLACEMENT – MAIN CAMPUS

Wilmington College announces a one semester sabbatical replacement position in Spanish for fall 2009. Masters degree required, Ph.D. or ABD preferred. Native or near-native speaking proficiency in Spanish and English. Candidate will teach beginning, intermediate and advanced language courses and possibly advanced conversation course.

Wilmington College is a career-oriented liberal arts institution affiliated with the Society of Friends (Quakers). The main campus is located in southwestern Ohio. Additional information about Wilmington College can be found at www2.wilmington.edu.

Please send cover letter, C.V., statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information for three references to: Wilmington College, Director of Human Resources, Pyle Center 1187, 1870 Quaker Way, Wilmington, OH 45177-2499. Email submission of application materials to humanresources@wilmington.edu is encouraged. Deadline for application is April 20, 2009. EOE

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

MAJOR GIFTS OFFICER/DIRECTOR, PLANNED GIVING

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Major Gifts Officer/Director of Planned Giving will be a member of a team of professionals responsible for aggressive campaign development and implementation of a strategy to further our major gifts and planned giving programs. Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting gifts of $10,000+ for Wilmington College. Will be responsible for planning and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, closure, and stewardship of outright and planned gifts. Work closely with the major gifts team, providing vision and leadership in the planning, organization, and implementation of a planned giving program to support the college’s strategic plan. Position requires making personal contact with college donors and prospects.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of the broad range of deferred gift vehicles and be able to communicate with confidence and compassion appropriate options to prospective donors. Manage and expand a portfolio of major gift prospects. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and planned giving software. Willingness to travel a must.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years experience in major gift and planned giving. Experience in fundraising and development in higher education preferred.

Please send your letter of applications specifying your position interest, resume, and names and contact information for three references to: Wilmington College, Director of Human Resources, Pyle Center 1187, 1870 Quaker Way, Wilmington, OH 45177-2499. Email submission of application materials to humanresources@wilmington.edu is encouraged. Deadline for application is May 29, 2009. EOE

VISTA ADMINISTRATION POSITION

GROW FOOD, GROW HOPE LEAD PROJECT MANAGER

Wilmington College and the Grow Food, Grow Hope Garden Initiative is excited to announce an immediate opening for a lead project manager within the newly established community gardens project. The manager will be responsible for guiding nine AmeriCorps* VISTA members in properly managing activities throughout the community, as well as providing leadership and supervising the day-to-day coordination of the project. The manager will also be tasked to deepen relationships with community partners and involvement in our neighborhood and surrounding areas.

The primary focus of the Grow Food, Grow Hope project is on capacity-building and program development within the local community. The project hopes to capitalize on our rich agricultural heritage to educate, inspire and bring hope to our community through the benefits of community gardening. To meet these goals, the project will pursue several objectives:

Generate a renewed interest in small plot and backyard gardening through education and public outreach.
Create a network of community food producers who can supply food to those in need.
Maximize productivity through volunteerism and stewardship.
Improve access of all community members to adequate, affordable and nutritious food.

The Project Manager will be grant funded and is contracted for one year of work. Qualified applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus two years of responsible, related experience. The applicant should have the ability to plan and implement large projects and hands-on learning experiences. Demonstrated experience in community organizing is a plus, as well as a background in budget development and ability to effectively control budgetary expenditures.

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Wilmington College is a career-oriented liberal arts institution affiliated with the Society of Friends (Quakers). The college is located in southwestern Ohio and its enrollment consists of nearly 2,000 traditional and non-traditional students. Additional information about Wilmington College can be found at www2.wilmington.edu. Send resume, letter of application, and names and contact information for three references to the Director of Human Resources, 1870 Quaker Way, Pyle Center 1187, Wilmington, Ohio, 45177. Email submissions to humanresources@wilmington.edu are encouraged. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. EOE

Wilmington College is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate unlawfully in employment matters on the basis of race, religion, gender, color, national origin, age, disability or any other category protected by law.