DC Employment Opportunities
Defiance College, chartered in 1850, is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts
institution and has a student population of nearly 1100. Defiance is a college where
students learn to lead and serve in a democracy; learn to understand, appreciate,
and have the skills to interact with other cultures; and learn to not only receive
knowledge but to make their own knowledge by engaging in interactive experiences.
Our Vision creates an educational experience of engagement in civic, cultural, and
learning dimensions. Students can have hands-on experiences in their field of study
through quality internships, domestic and international travel, diverse cultural encounters,
and distinctive service and research opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Defiance College's role as a national and innovative leader in service learning and
engagement has been recognized by the Corporation for National and Community Service
which named Defiance among the top 20 schools in the nation for community service
and engagement. This designation was made by naming Defiance College as a Presidential
Award Finalist for the 2013 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.
DC has also been named a Military Friendly School for providing significant benefits
and services to veterans.
Defiance College is committed to the diversity of faculty, staff and students. Applicants
who will enrich the diversity of our campus are especially encouraged to apply.
Faculty | Part-Time Faculty | Administrative Positions | Graduate Assistantships
FACULTY POSITIONS
Assistant or Associate Professor of Economics
Defiance College seeks applications and nominations for a full-time faculty position
in Economics to begin Fall 2014. Primary responsibilities involve teaching undergraduate
courses required in the majors of Business Administration and Accounting, minor of
Economics, and MBA program. The position also includes academic advising; curriculum
development; committee work; and service to the college. Required for the tenure line
position is a doctorate or ABD. With a master’s degree, the rank is Assistant or Associate
Professor of Practice. To apply, send a letter of application that addresses the requirements
of the position, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, sampling of syllabi
and student evaluations (if available), and contact information of four professional
references to: geichenberg@defiance.edu.
PART-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
Part-Time Instructor – Anatomy and Physiology Lab
Defiance College is seeking candidates for the position of a part-time Anatomy and
Physiology Lab Instructor for the Fall of 2014. Responsibilities of the position involve
oversight of an Anatomy and Physiology lab, assessment of learning outcomes, and may
include some lecture. This individual will also review, evaluate, and recommend student
learning materials, and evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving institutional
and course goals. Masters degree in Biology or related field is required. Send letter
of application, cv, statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information
of two professional references electronically to ngriggs@defiance.edu.
Part-Time Instructor - Economics
Defiance College is seeking a part-time instructor for courses in micro-economics
and business finance. A master's degree and educational background in economics is
required. To apply, send letter of application, cv, statement of teaching philosophy,
and names and contact information of two professional references electronically to
geichenberg@defiance.edu.
Teacher Education Field Supervisors
The Defiance College Education program is seeking practicum and clinical supervisors
to supervise and observe teacher education students participating in field experiences.
Areas of need include science, social studies, mathematics, and language arts at the
middle childhood and secondary levels and mild-to-moderate special education. This
job requires site visits during normal school hours and may include attendance at
some Wednesday evening meetings.
Requirements include a master’s degree in education and teaching experience in a K-12 educational environment; current teaching licensure is preferred. To apply, send cover letter of interest, resume, and contact information of four professional references electronically to Defiance College Education Department at jfrancis@defiance.edu.
Part-Time Instructor – Biology Lab
Defiance College is seeking candidates for the position of a part-time Biology Faculty
for Fall 2014. This position involves oversight of the Introductory General Biology
labs. This position also reviews, evaluates and recommends student learning materials,
and evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving institutional and course
goals. Master’s degree in Biology or related field is required. Send letter of application,
cv, statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information of two professional
references electronically to ngriggs@defiance.edu.
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS
Administrative Assistant, Academic Division
The Division of Natural Science, Applied Science, and Mathematics is primarily responsible
for the undergraduate majors in the sciences, mathematics, criminal justice, psychology,
digital forensic science, nursing, and athletic training. Primary responsibilities
of this full-time, 9-month position include preparing and managing correspondence
and reports, implementing and maintaining office systems and databases, organizing
and maintaining records for accreditation, and providing organizational and logistical
support for events and activities.
High school diploma and knowledge of Microsoft Office are required. Associate degree
and office experience are preferred. Send cover letter addressing the requirements
of the position, resume, and names and contact information of four professional references
electronically to geichenberg@defiance.edu.
Assistant Director of Marketing
Put your creative, communication, and writing skills to work! Defiance College seeks
an Assistant Director of Marketing to provide a vast array of marketing functions
in support of a comprehensive college-wide marketing plan. Responsibilities include
creative and news writing and editorial support; production support for a vast array
of marketing materials; assisting with the creation and content management of the
College’s web and social media sites; and performing a variety of operational support
activities. Bachelor degree in communications, marketing, or related field required;
2-3 years’ work experience with writing, proofreading, and editing is preferred. Superb
writing skills, creative thinking skills, and in-depth knowledge of various computer
programs, systems, and web tools is required; experience using social media in a professional
setting is desirable. Candidates may be asked to participate in a writing exercise.
To apply, send letter of application, resume, and contact information of four professional
references electronically to Defiance College Human Resources Department at geichenberg@defiance.edu.
Sports Information Director
Defiance College, an NCAA D-III member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference,
seeks qualified applicants for a Sports Information Director. This full-time, 12-month
administrative position will report to the Athletic Director. The SID is responsible
for creating and executing strategies to increase the visibility of student-athletes,
coaches, and all 22 athletic programs. Responsibilities include: coordination of media/public
relation efforts; assisting with the webcast of home football and basketball games;
maintenance of the athletics website; creating and developing press releases, game
notes for media, media guides, game programs, sports schedules, and other athletic
department printed material; gathering, maintaining, and posting NCAA required statistics;
game management duties specific to the SID such as staffing for all home events; managing
the online photo store; supervise and mentor sports information graduate assistants;
and other duties associated with being the SID.
This position requires a bachelor’s degree (masters preferred) in journalism, communication, public relations, sport management or a related field. Candidates must have excellent written (in AP style) and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills, and be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working in an intercollegiate sports information department. Candidates should have working knowledge of athletic statistics (prefer prior use of StatCrew software), Adobe InDesign, PhotoShop, and have basic HTML coding experience. Candidates should have the ability to create and edit highlight videos as well as have experience with social media. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information of four professional references electronically to Michelle Trubey, Defiance College Athletic Department Administrative Assistant, at: mtrubey@defiance.edu.
Athletic Director
Defiance College, an NCAA D-III institution located in Northwest Ohio and member of
the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, seeks qualified applicants for the position
of Athletic Director. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Engagement, the Athletic
Director is responsible for the overall management of a comprehensive intercollegiate
athletics program designed to foster the growth and development of individual student-athletes
competing in 22 intercollegiate sports. The Athletic Director serves as the chief
athletic officer and is accountable for the overall operation of the athletic department
to include planning, organization, administration, supervision, fundraising, and evaluating
all aspects of the College's NCAA Division III athletic program to ensure compliance
with conference and NCAA regulations.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated knowledge and/or abilities in the following
areas: written and oral communication, leadership and supervision, budgeting, creative
approaches and problem solving, recruitment, and NCAA compliance. A Master’s degree
in a relevant field is required, as is a minimum of five (5) or more years of relevant
experience in a collegiate athletic department.
This is a full-time 12-month position with an immediate start date. Review of applications
will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, send
cover letter, complete resume, and a list of four professional references with contact
information electronically to Defiance College Human Resources Department at email
geichenberg@defiance.edu or via fax at 419-784-4101.
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS
Graduate Assistant - Baseball
Defiance College, an NCAA D-III institution located in Northwest Ohio, seeks qualified
applicants for a graduate assistant baseball coaching position. Responsibilities include
recruiting; field maintenance; assisting head coach in all phases of student-athlete
mentoring, practice organization, fund raising, scheduling and budget; and other administrative
duties as assigned.
This is a two-year assistantship with a start date of August 4, 2014. Applicants must
hold a bachelor’s degree and have previous collegiate playing or coaching experience.
The successful candidate must be accepted into the Defiance College graduate program
in Education or Business and will be awarded a full graduate school tuition scholarship
covering a maximum of 36 credit hours. Additionally, a tuition waiver of up to 9 credit
hours will be applied toward any pre-requisite courses which may be needed for the
MBA program, provided they are taken at Defiance College. Compensation includes stipend,
college-provided housing, and a meal plan on campus when meals are served to students
during the academic year.
Send letter of application for employment, complete resume, and the names and contact
information of four professional references to: Defiance College Athletic Department,
701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH 43512, email: mtrubey@defiance.edu. Interested applicants must also apply for Admission to the Graduate School by submitting
a completed application, official transcripts from all previous college work, two
letters of recommendation, and a goal statement. To complete the admission application
online, visit http://www.defiance.edu/graduate-programs. For more information on the graduate programs, contact Michelle Call at 419-783-2325.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Graduate Assistant - Women's Lacrosse
Defiance College seeks qualified applicants for an individual to serve as a graduate
assistant to the women’s lacrosse program. Responsibilities include assisting the
head coach in all phases of college coaching, recruiting, practice planning and implementation,
player development and evaluation, scouting/film analysis, team strategy, fund-raising,
and day-to-day program administration. Some off-season game management will also be
included.
This is a two-year assistantship with a start date of August 4, 2014. Applicants must
hold a bachelor’s degree and have previous collegiate playing or coaching experience.
Priority will be given to candidates with prior coaching experience. The successful
candidate must be accepted into the Defiance College graduate program in Education
or Business and will be awarded a full graduate school tuition scholarship covering
a maximum of 36 credit hours. Additionally, a tuition waiver of up to 9 credit hours
will be applied toward any pre-requisite courses which may be needed for the MBA program,
provided they are taken at Defiance College. Compensation includes stipend, college-provided
housing, and a meal plan on campus when meals are served to students during the academic
year.
Send letter of application for employment, complete resume, and the names and contact
information of four professional references to: Defiance College Athletic Department,
701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH 43512, email: mtrubey@defiance.edu. Interested applicants must also apply for Admission to the Graduate School by submitting
a completed application, official transcripts from all previous college work, two
letters of recommendation, and a goal statement. To complete the admission application
online, visit http://www.defiance.edu/graduate-programs. For more information on the graduate programs, contact Michelle Call at 419-783-2325.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Graduate Assistant – Media Production
Defiance College is seeking individuals to serve as a Media Production Graduate Assistant
in the Office of Public Relations and Marketing. The Graduate Assistant will work
with the Creative Design Manager and will be responsible for supporting and assisting
with the creation and editing of various marketing and promotional media material.
The individual will supervise Defiance College students as they create, record, and
edit various material and will also aid in managing the studio space and its subsequent
use. Additionally, the individual will create, record, and edit their own individual
projects that will contribute to the promotion and marketing of Defiance College.
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts or a related discipline
and have proficiency in MS Office programs and basic non-linear video editing. The
position will require the individual to possess a valid driver’s license and be able
to adjust to a flexible work schedule requiring evening and weekend work.
This is a two-year assistantship with a start date of August 4, 2014. Compensation
includes salary, College-provided housing, and a meal plan on campus when meals are
served during the academic year. The successful candidate must be accepted into the
Defiance College graduate program in Education or Business and will be awarded a full
graduate school tuition scholarship covering a maximum of 36 credit hours. Additionally,
a tuition waiver of up to 9 credit hours will be applied toward any pre-requisite
courses which may be needed for the MBA program, provided they are taken at Defiance
College.
Send letter of application for employment, resume, and the names and telephone numbers
of four references to: Director of Human Resources, Defiance College, 701 N. Clinton,
Defiance, OH 43512; e‑mail mburkholder@defiance.edu. Interested applicants must also apply for Admission to the Graduate School by submitting
a completed application, official transcripts from all previous college work, two
letters of recommendation, and a goal statement. Visit http://www.defiance.edu/graduate-programs to complete the admission application online. For more information on the graduate
programs, contact Michelle Call at 419-783-2325.
Graduate Assistant – Men's Basketball
Defiance College, an NCAA D-III institution located in Northwest Ohio, seeks qualified applicants for a graduate assistant to serve as an assistant to the men’s basketball program. Responsibilities include serving as the primary assistant to the head coach, recruiting, game preparation, practice organization, scheduling, assisting head coach in all phases of student-athlete mentoring and evaluation, and other administrative duties as assigned.
This is a two-year assistantship with a start date of August 4, 2014. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and have previous collegiate playing or coaching experience. The successful candidate must be accepted into the Defiance College graduate program in Education or Business and will be awarded a full graduate school tuition scholarship covering a maximum of 36 credit hours. Additionally, a tuition waiver of up to 9 credit hours will be applied toward any pre-requisite courses which may be needed for the MBA program, provided they are taken at Defiance College. Compensation includes stipend, college-provided housing, and a meal plan on campus when meals are served to students during the academic year.
Send letter of application for employment, complete resume, and the names and contact information of four professional references to: Defiance College Athletic Department, 701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH 43512, email: mtrubey@defiance.edu, fax:419-783-2369.
Interested applicants must also apply for Admission to the Graduate School by submitting
a completed application, official transcripts from all previous college work, two
letters of recommendation, and a goal statement. To complete the admission application
online, visit http://www.defiance.edu/graduate-programs. For more information on the graduate programs, contact Michelle Call at 419-783-2325. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Graduate Assistant – Tennis
Defiance College, an NCAA D-III institution located in Northwest Ohio, seeks qualified applicants for a graduate assistant men’s and women’s tennis coaching position. Responsibilities include serving as the primary assistant to the head coach; recruiting; practice organization; fundraising; scheduling; assisting head coach in all phases of student-athlete mentoring and evaluation; and other administrative duties as assigned.
This is a two-year assistantship with a start date of August 4, 2014. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and have previous collegiate playing or coaching experience. The successful candidate must be accepted into the Defiance College graduate program in Education or Business and will be awarded a full graduate school tuition scholarship covering a maximum of 36 credit hours. Additionally, a tuition waiver of up to 9 credit hours will be applied toward any pre-requisite courses which may be needed for the MBA program, provided they are taken at Defiance College. Compensation includes stipend, college-provided housing, and a meal plan on campus when meals are served to students during the academic year.
Send letter of application for employment, complete resume, and the names and contact information of four professional references to: Defiance College Athletic Department, 701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH 43512, email:mtrubey@defiance.edu, fax: 419-783-2369.
Interested applicants must also apply for Admission to the Graduate School by submitting a completed application, official transcripts from all previous college work, two letters of recommendation, and a goal statement. To complete the admission application online, visit http://www.defiance.edu/pages/cap_graduate_programs.html. For more information on the graduate programs, contact Michelle Call at 419-783-2325. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Graduate Assistant – Sports Information Director
Defiance College, an NCAA D-III institution and member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference located in Northwest Ohio, seeks qualified applicants to serve as assistant to the Sports Information Director. The individual will assist with coordination of publicity and media relations and promotion of the College’s 22 intercollegiate sports programs. Primary responsibilities will include layout and design of media guides, game-day programs and game note packets; writing press releases; keeping statistics and performing other game day tasks; daily maintenance of www.DefianceAthletics.com; and other duties as assigned by the Sports Information Director
This is a two-year assistantship with a start date of August 1, 2014. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and have strong organizational, writing, and communication skills. Applicants with previous experience in a sports information department and a working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Stat Crew will receive top consideration. Applicants must be able to adjust to a flexible work schedule requiring evening and weekend work. The successful candidate must be accepted into the Defiance College graduate program in Education or Business and will be awarded a full graduate school tuition scholarship covering a maximum of 36 credit hours. Additionally, a tuition waiver of up to 9 credit hours will be applied toward any pre-requisite courses which may be needed for the MBA program, provided they are taken at Defiance College. Compensation includes salary, college-provided housing, and a meal plan on campus when meals are served to students during the academic year.
Send letter of application for employment, complete resume, writing/publication samples, and the names and contact information of four professional references to: Defiance College Athletic Department, 701 N. Clinton, Defiance, OH 43512, email: mtrubey@defiance.edu, fax: 419-783-2369.
Interested applicants must also apply for Admission to the Graduate School by submitting a completed application, official transcripts from all previous college work, two letters of recommendation, and a goal statement. To complete the admission application online, visit http://www.defiance.edu/pages/graduate_programs.html. For more information on the graduate programs, contact Michelle Call at 419-783-2325. Review of applications will begin immediately.
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