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"Administrative" employees are salaried, and as such are considered exempt under the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act. The application procedures for these positions require that you submit a letter of application, resume, copies of official transcript(s), Resume Supplement, and names and phone numbers of three professional references for each vacancy. New vacancies are advertised in the Sunday edition of the Topeka Capital-Journal and, depending upon the type of vacancy, may also be advertised in the Chronicle of Higher Education, the Kansas City Star or other newspapers, on HigherEdJobs.com or other professional websites, as well as numerous placement offices and employment organizations.

As part of our on-going efforts to ensure fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, Washburn University gathers applicant data for each recruitment.  The information will be used for statistical reporting purposes only, and retained separately from application materials.  Submission of personal information is voluntary.  Please enter your information online, and  thank you for your participation!

To enrich education through diversity, Washburn University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

For questions regarding current vacancies or to submit your application materials electronically, send email to getajob@washburn.edu

The following vacancies remain unfilled as of:  June 14, 2013

Position
Required Qualifications 
Status and Salary

Director, Memorial Union

Recruitment No. 8210413

Bachelor's Degree.  5 years of experience managing a conference facility.  5 years of supervisory experience.  Demonstrated experience in student activities programming.  Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.

Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified. 

Salary is mid to upper 50K, commensurate with qualifications. 

Energy/Sustainability Manager

Recruitment No. 10740613

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or comparable field, or combination of education and experience equivalent to a degree.  5 years of experience in facilities maintenance and operations in a college, hospital or large commercial or office setting.  Ability to read, interpret and apply information in blueprints and operational and maintenance manuals; working knowledge of HVAC and its controls; plumbing; electrical systems; fire and safety and OSHA rules and regulations.  Skilled in computer use.  Ability to use Auto CAD applications.  Valid Kansas driver's license with a driving record acceptable under University standards.  Ability to move 25 pounds and wear personal protective equipment as necessary to limit the effects of exposure to loud noise, heights, hazardous chemicals and dust.

Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Review of applications will begin July 1, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified. 

Salary is upper $40K to 50K, commensurate with qualifications. 

Assistant Director, Marketing Communications, School of Law

Recruitment No. 10480513

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Mass Media or related field.  3 years of experience in public relations, publication design, marketing or writing and editing.  Experience using Microsoft Office, database management, desktop publishing, and website maintenance systems.  Ability to learn new technologies, to work both independently and with others, and to maintain confidentiality.

Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Review of applications will begin June 17, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified. 

Salary is $45K to 50K, commensurate with qualifications. 

Academic Advisor, Generalist

Recruitment No. 4330513

Master's degree.  Teaching experience at or above the secondary level.  Demonstrated literacy in Microsoft Office.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to relate to and work well with faculty, staff, students and co-workers; to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment, and with students from diverse backgrounds who possess a broad range of academic skills and goals.

Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Review of applications will begin June 17, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified. 

Salary is lower 30K, commensurate with qualifications. 

Director, Facilities Services

Recruitment #6660413

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related field.  10 years of experience in Facilities Services administration with a history of success in project management and physical plant oversight.  Proven ability to communicate effective in writing and verbally, and to develop strong professional relationships throughout an organization and with its stakeholders.

Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. 

Review of applications has begun and will continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified.

Salary is upper $90K, commensurate with qualifications.