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"Administrative/Professional" 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 other newspapers, as well as numerous placement offices and employment organizations.

All University employees who are paid on an hourly basis are considered "Classified." The application procedures for these positions require that you submit a completed Washburn University Application for Employment to the Human Resources Department. Applications are kept on file for 90 days from the date of receipt.  Applicants can request that their Application be copied and submitted for other classified recruitments within that 90 day period by contacting Human Resources.  New vacancies are advertised in the Sunday edition of the Topeka Capital-Journal 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:  May 24, 2013

Position
 Required Qualifications
Status and Salary

Teacher, Business, Bookkeeping, Accounting

Recruitment #KBBA0513

Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting and 2 years of full-time related work experience or 4,000 hours of part-time experience.  Ability to move and maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.

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

Review of applications will begin June 10, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified.

Salary is mid $30K commensurate with qualifications. 

Teacher, Diesel Mechanics

Recruitment #KDM0513

High school diploma or GED equivalent.  Two years of full-time related work experience or 4000 hours of part-time experience in Diesel Mechanics.  Ability to move and maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.

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

Review of applications will begin June 10, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified.

Salary is mid $30K commensurate with qualifications. 

Teacher, Welding

Recruitment #KW0513

High school diploma or GED equivalent.  Two years or 4000 hours of work experience in Welding.  Ability to move and maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.

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

Review of applications will begin June 10, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified.

Salary is mid $30K commensurate with qualifications. 

Teacher, Automotive Technology

Recruitment #KAT0513

High school diploma or GED equivalent.  Two years or 4000 hours of work experience in Auto Technology which involved all eight NATEF areas of Auto Technology.  Current ASE certification or attainment of certification within 18 months of hire.  Ability to move and maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.

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

Review of applications will begin June 10, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified.

Salary is low $30K commensurate with qualifications. 

Secretary II, Data Specialist

Recruitment #10520513

High school diploma or GED equivalent.   2 years of clerical support experience, or successful  completion of a course of study in office support/management at the post-secondary level and 1 year of experience in clerical support work.  Experience working with data bases that includes entering and retrieving data and running queries.  Ability to multi-task and deal professionally with a wide variety of demographically diverse individuals.

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

Review of applications will begin May 28, 2013 and continue until a suitably qualified candidate has been identified.

Entry rate is $11.39 per hour. 

Recruiter

Recruitment #KREC0413

Bachelor's degree or degree completion in May 2013.  Proven ability to multi-task and handle a variety of assignments.  Commitment to participate in professional activities and organizations related to admissions and enrollment.  Ability to travel for extended periods, to move and/or maneuver materials weighing as much as 30 pounds, and to develop rapport and relationships with a variety of individuals including those from under-represented and diverse student populations.  Flexibility to work irregular hours including some evenings and occasional weekends.

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

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

Salary is low $30K commensurate with qualifications. 

Program Manager, TRAC-7 

Recruitment #10500513

Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience.  Excellent organizational, personnel & budget management, communication & leadership skills.  Ability to travel regularly throughout the State of Kansas.  Valid Kansas Driver's License with driving record that meets University standards.

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

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

Salary is low to mid $60K commensurate with qualifications.