Employment Opportunities

• Fill out the Application for Employment (unless otherwise directed)
• Prepare your resume
• Then send BOTH* to Human Resources via one of the following methods:

Mail:
Human Resources
Catawba College
2300 W Innes St
Salisbury, NC 28144

E-mail:
hr@catawba.edu

Fax:
(704) 637-4289

*NOTE: Applications cannot be accepted without an accompanying resume, and vice versa.

Department:                Student Success, in collaboration with the Ketner School of Business
Position Status:           Full-Time
Directly Reports To:   Director of Career Services
Classification:             Exempt 

Catawba College (“Catawba”) welcomes applications for an Academic and Career Advising Specialist in the Ketner School of Business (“KSOB”) to begin in August, 2022. The Advising Specialist will advise and mentor undergraduate students and develop and implement programming engaging sophomore and junior students in the KSOB. 

The position presents a unique opportunity for a student success or business professional committed to undergraduate education in a learning environment valuing the personal formation of students, the exploration of vocation, and interaction with faculty, staff, and students who routinely work across varied disciplines. The candidate must value the ethos and rhythm of small-college life. 

The Advising Specialist will meet individually and in small group settings with students. In this role, the selected candidate provides student-centered guidance, curriculum planning, academic advising, assistance in selecting concentrations/minors/courses, initial exploration into career options, foundational level of academic support, and assistance connecting students with clubs and organizations. The Advising Specialist must be able to develop collaborative relationships with faculty advisors to provide excellent service to Catawba students. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Conduct academic and career advising for all undergraduate students within the KSOB
• Serve as on-boarding advisor for newly declared and transfer students within the KSOB, with particular emphasis on students in their sophomore and junior levels
• Assist students with operational processes, including course registration, withdrawal, change of major/minors, and override requests
• Maintain student records in accordance with existing policies, procedures, and regulations
• Assist students with foundational career exploration and guide students in opportunities offered through Career Services
• Build collaborative and supportive relationships with academic and career-related offices and Catawba faculty
• Manage student record maintenance and assist students in tracking degree progress
• Represent the KSOB at undergraduate admission and orientation events throughout the year
• Make appropriate referrals to professionals across campus
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Master's degree required; preference given to candidates with credentials in business-related field
• Excellent problem solving, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and develop as an advising professional
• Experience and/or commitment to working with a diverse student population
• Ability to relate well to students, faculty, staff, and parents/family members 

ABOUT CATAWBA: 

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• A cover letter (not more than three (3) pages) addressing the applicant’s
• Dedication to student learning and advising,
• Sense of vocation in education,
• Understanding of interrelationship between liberal arts and career preparation,
• Suitability to a learning environment that focuses on undergraduate teaching, and
• Vision of how s/he might facilitate academic and career advising, and types of programming that would particularly benefit students at the sophomore and junior levels
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• Contact information for three (3) professional references who can provide insight into the candidate’s abilities in academic and career advising/coaching 

Catawba will provide full consideration to complete files received prior to June 30, 2022, and will accept materials until filling the position. 

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION:
As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination. 

Departments:              Office of the General Counsel/Human Resources

Department:                Admissions
Position Status:           Full-Time, Twelve (12) Month Position
Directly Reports To:   Associate Director of Admissions
Classification:             Non-Exempt

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:       

• Manage assigned territory with the direction of the leadership team. Territory management requires responsibility for meeting specific recruitment goals, performance of market research for given territory, execution of recruitment travel via high school visits and college fairs, and establishing rapport with school counselors and other key school and community leaders
• Build relationships and share the Catawba story with prospective students (and their families) throughout the admissions funnel via in person and virtual meetings and all forms of communication- phone, email, text message, and handwritten note
• Document interactions, maintain accurate records, and execute processes via customer relationship management (CRM) software
• Evaluate and execute initial admissions decisions using sound judgement and respect while maintaining confidentiality
• Lead daily information sessions to introduce visitors to Catawba, share points of distinction, explain admissions process, and further prospective interest in Catawba
• Participate in Admissions Events during the year, including Open Houses, Scholarship Programs, Accepted Student Days, Welcome Weekend, Orientation, and Summer Sips
• Complete general office duties including, but not limited to, cover admissions/financial aid visits, conduct campus tours when needed, serve as Counselor of the Day (COD), receive inbound calls, and respond to emails
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with students, student’s parents/guardians, faculty, co-workers, and managers
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Willingness and ability to travel and work evenings/weekends (potential of ten (10) to twelve (12) weeks in Fall and four (4) to six (6) weeks in Spring)
• Position requires initiative, flexibility, ability to make decisions in a fast-paced setting, and participation in a team environment
• Organization, problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents across campus
• Must be able to work independently and prioritize work volume
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook is required.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles           

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates primarily in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. Day and evening travel required, and job functions are routinely performed outside of primary office on campus or in off-campus locations. Participation in admissions events in evenings and on weekends is an essential role of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: |
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing and movement is required. This would require the ability to lift files and file boxes, open filing cabinets, walking, and bending or standing as necessary. 

ABOUT CATAWBA:

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. 

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu.

TO APPLY:
Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu:

• A letter of application;
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Review of completed applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. 

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION: As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Department:                Admissions
Position Status:           Full-Time, Twelve (12) Month Position
Directly Reports To:   Assistant Vice-President of Admissions
Classification:             Exempt 

Catawba College (“Catawba”) welcomes applications for the position of Associate Director of Admissions for Online and Graduate Programs. The Associate Director provides leadership and coordination of online and graduate program admissions and recruitment at Catawba. The portfolio of online programs currently offered by Catawba includes birth-kindergarten education, business, information technology, RN-to-BSN, and general studies. Catawba currently offers graduate programs in business administration, sports management, and clinical mental health counseling. Applicants for this position should have a bachelor’s degree or masters from an accredited college or university, with adult learner enrollment management experience.   

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:        

• Manage a team of two (2) admissions representatives, and online and/or graduate admissions staff members
• Ensure online and graduate student enrollment goals are met
• Lead comprehensive recruitment strategies for online degree completion and graduate programs
• Manage all aspects of the admissions process for online programming
• Manage all aspects leading to delivery of completed applications for graduate programming
• Collaborate with marketing office on digital lead generation strategy
• Work with academic departments and Program Coordinators to develop a recruitment plan per program
• Identify target markets and partnerships using prospective student and enrolled student data to cultivate and build successful new graduate and online enrollment pipelines
• Develop high-quality information sessions, organize recruitment events, and other activities to connect with, engage, and inform future students.
• Coordinate development and implementation of partnership agreements and articulation agreements
• Track, manage, and report on key performance indicator metrics as they relate to ultimate enrollment goal in collaboration with the Assistant Vice-President of Admissions
• Complete other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required; Master’s degree in a field of study related to the current online programs, higher education leadership, or related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience and leadership in online and graduate admissions required
• Two (2) or more years demonstrated leadership in admissions preferred
• Knowledge of adult online learner market
• Experience with marketing and recruitment of adult online learners and graduate students
• Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software systems 

ABOUT CATAWBA: 

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants must submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• A cover letter detailing the candidate’s qualifications and experience in leadership in admissions of online and graduate programs;
• A current resume/CV; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. Catawba will not contact professional references without candidate’s knowledge and permission 

Review of completed applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.  

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION:
As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination. 

Position Status:         Full-Time
Reports to:                 Director of Housing and Residence Life 

Catawba College (“Catawba”) seeks candidates to serve as the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life. This position is directly responsible for the supervision of on-campus housing, including educational and administrative efforts for the Office of Housing and Residence Life (“H&RL”). The Associate Director provides leadership to Graduate assistants and student staff and assists in the development of H&RL policies and procedures.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with H&RL administration, supervision, management, and programming
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Assist with overall administration and daily operation of on-campus residence halls
• Foster a community environment with opportunities for personal and academic growth and leadership development by operating from a student development framework
• Support the H&RL Director with preparation and management of budgets for on-campus residence halls and long range budget planning
• Assist with annual review and revision, as needed, of the H&RL policies and procedures
• Assist the H&RL Director with oversight of maintenance and appearance of H&RL facilities
• Serve as the secondary system administrator for the Catawba housing management system. 
• Coordinate housing services with appropriate Catawba offices and personnel, including IT, Facilities, Dining Services, Finance Office, Financial Aid, Registrar, and Admissions
• Support, interpret, and enforce Catawba and H&RL policies, procedures, and regulations, including those regarding eligibility, occupancy, assignments, and refunds
• Serve as a Catawba conduct officer and/or member of the Catawba Title IX team as needed
• Participate in Catawba recruitment and retention initiatives
• Maintain H&RL social media platforms up to date, review and revise relevant publications, and monitor and edit the H&RL webpage(s)
• Serve as part of the H&RL Residence Life On-Call team
• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise H&RL Graduate Assistants, Resident Assistants, and Desk Assistants to provide an enhanced on-campus living experience
• Direct residence education efforts to support retention, progression and graduation of students, to include effective evaluation and ongoing assessment of initiatives created by the H&RL Director
• Coordinate, or assist with, operation of the Catawba move-in program
• With the H&RL Director, support other vital areas of the H&RL co-curricular aspects, and work with faculty, staff, and other academic staff to create a seamless environment between living and learning components of campus life.
• Direct the billing of room charges and meal plans

• Develop goals for planning and evaluation
• Attend all department meetings
• Lead H&RL committees as requested and serve on Catawba committees as needed
• Lead, or assist with, the day-to-day operation of summer school and summer orientation to include check-ins, check-outs, and staff supervision
• Be available 24/7 for crisis situations, offer immediate support and resources to students involved and update appropriate people in timely manner 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: 

• Master's degree in college Student Personnel, Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or related field required
• Minimum three (3) years full time experience in Housing/Residence Life required
• Experience supervising Resident Assistants and/or Graduate Assistant required
• Skills in community development, to include organizing and planning student programming, student group advisement, and assessment efforts
• Experience in recruiting, selecting, and training Resident Assistant staff preferred
• Experience working with residential curriculum preferred
• Must have ability to analyze, interpret, and apply policy and procedural guidelines and solve problems  

BENEFITS:
In addition to regular full-time staff benefits, this position may include the use of a Catawba-owned house or apartment and a Meal Plan during the academic year. 

ABOUT CATAWBA: 

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• A letter of interest;
• Resume; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. 

Review of completed applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. 

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION:
As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Department:                Development
Position Status:           Full-Time
Reports To:                 Senior Director of Athletic Development
Classification:             Exempt 

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Athletics Development, the Athletic Development Coordinator assists in coordinating the activities of the Chiefs Club and other Department of Athletics funds in order to meet the goals and objectives through fundraising, marketing assistance and solicitation, and retention of members. This role provides critical operational support, including preparing analytical reports, answering donor inquiries, managing donor and other constituent correspondence, participating in key committee work, facilitating events, and other day-to-day operational needs of the Catawba Department of Athletics and its staff. 

PRIMARY DUTIES: 

• Assist the Senior Director of Athletics Development with the strategy and implementation of Athletics fundraising campaigns for alumni, friends, parents, faculty, staff, season ticket holders, and corporations
• Coordinate the design, production, and distribution of all Chiefs Club Fund and Catawba Athletics Fund solicitations in partnership with Catawba and Development communications
• Seek new Chiefs Club memberships and Athletics Fund donors on an ongoing basis, concentrating on young alumni, former student-athletes, and donors annually contributing $1,000 and below
• Manage and coordinate event registration process for all donor athletic events
• Collaborate with alumni events team when appropriate for athletic events
• Work closely with individual teams/sports to execute fundraising events and initiatives, including golf outings and fundraising dinners
• Expand donor engagement opportunities by coordinating and executing a variety of donor-centric events including, but not limited to Athletics Hall of Fame inductions, football tailgates, basketball pregame gatherings, athletic special event fundraising, and conference tournament hospitality
• Enhance Athletics Development communications through coordination and collaboration with athletics external affairs, development communications, and Catawba communications to create and distribute meaningful and persuasive communications
• Manage and update weekly fundraising reports including regular constituent data pulls
• Provide regular reporting to Athletics leadership, Catawba  administration, Catawba  Athletics coaches, and other Athletics fund managers
• Coordinate with Office of Development on regular pledge reminder process for Athletics; track, notify, and audit all pledges to ensure timely fulfillment of commitments
• Process mail, memberships, and money by researching member identification numbers and status, identifying the proper account number, determining the proper membership level based on donations, and maintaining up-to-date information on all members, monies received, and pledges made; acknowledge all gifts and pledges promptly with proper materials for level of membership in coordination with Donor Relations
• Provide support for Catawba Athletics Chiefs Club memberships by typing, mailing materials, copying, filing, and answering questions as directed
• Other duties as assigned 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed in order to perform the duties of the position, including the ability to retain on the job learned skills and abilities. Catawba may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Experience in social media management
• Experience in event planning or hospitality management
• Compliance with NCAA and South Atlantic Conference policies and regulations
• Ability to prepare and edit documents
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with fundraising software
• Outstanding verbal communication skills
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree

• At least one (1) year of prior experience in fundraising, marketing, and/or public relations experience 

ABOUT CATAWBA: 

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu.

TO APPLY:
Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• A letter of application;
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. 

Review of completed applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. 

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION: As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Departments:               Development & Department of Athletics
Classification:             Exempt 

Catawba College (“Catawba”) seeks a Graduate Assistant to work jointly with the Office of Development and Department of Athletics during the 2022-2023 academic year. The Development Graduate Assistant will serve an important role as a liaison between the Catawba Athletic Department and its Chiefs Club members. This position will assist with fulfillment of donor benefits, coordination of Chiefs Club events, provide tremendous customer service, and represent Catawba functions. 

PRIMARY DUTIES: 

• Assist Senior Director of Athletics Development and Athletics Development Coordinator with identification of prospects for high-level annual and major gifts
• Serve as a "front door" to the Athletics Development office
• Provide integral support with the coordination of donor benefits, Catawba College donor database management, parking reallocation, gift/seating renewals, gift processing, game-day operations, special events, Chiefs Club activities, and promotions
• Manage hospitality event logistics and staffing for all assigned home sporting events
• Plan, implement, and lead student-athlete Day of Giving activities and Day of Giving Donor stewardship
• Collaborate on projects with ticketing, development, sports information, marketing, coaches, and all other areas of the Catawba Department of Athletics department to provide outstanding donor/student athlete alumni experience to all Catawba patrons
• Attend all meetings as able and complete assignments in a timely, efficient, and professional manner
• Comply with NCAA and South Atlantic Conference policies and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Admittance into a Catawba graduate program
• Exhibited professionalism at all times, including during numerous daily phone calls and frequent personal interaction with donors
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a graduate assistant at Catawba 
• Knowledge of and prior work experience in intercollegiate athletics preferred
• Strong customer service skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented
• Exceptional verbal and written communication. 

ABOUT CATAWBA: 

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• A letter of application;
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. 

Review of completed applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. 

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION: As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination. 

Department:                Finance
Position Status:           Full-Time
Directly Reports To:   Vice President of Finance and Administration / CFO
Classification:             Exempt 

The role’s areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to the budget, cash management general ledger review, tax, audit support, student loans and special projects. This is professional accounting work with responsibility for both budgeting and accounting functions. This role will also coordinate budget and finance related process improvements in collaboration with end-users, Information Technology, and the CFO. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Finance and Administration.   

Note: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Knowledge and skills necessary to perform the position include but are not limited to, the following:

General Ledger - Responsible for Chart of Accounts in Ellucian Banner, including addition of funds

• Budget Management – Prepare, monitor, forecast, and analyze all aspects of the Catawba budget.
  • Create monthly budget reports
  • Advise CFO regarding budget matter including periodic estimates of income and expenditures
  • Analyze factors affecting revenue and expenditures, trends in certain budget categories, and unit compliance or deviation from budget parameters.
• Tax - Coordinate and oversee all tax filings from annual Form 990 to payroll and other filings.
• Audit – Manage the external audit. Monitor, examine, and audit various financial statements/reports for accuracy and integrity and conformance to accepted accounting and program guidelines.
• Reporting - Distill and present complex data in forms that: a) create value and are accessible to a diverse range of user roles; b) are tailored and anticipatory in terms of report relevance, timing and frequency, and c) meet or exceed the information and decision-making needs of various stakeholders which includes division and campus leadership.
  • Creates, reviews and distributes monthly financial statements
  • Responsible for the coordination of monthly close schedule
  • Complete external reporting for SACS, financial institutions, EADA/NCAA and others
  • Endowment reporting
  • Student loan reconciliation and assistance
  • Grant applications and reporting
• Backup Support – Act as backup for other aspects of accounting and budget, with cross-training in student accounts, accounting, payroll, and accounts payable
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• Minimum of five (5) years in progressive accounting experience required
• Masters or CPA preferred
• Intermediate to advanced level Excel skills required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exhibited technological adeptness and proficient use of Excel and other financial reporting tools, software, and systems to collect, consolidate, distill, organize, and, interpret and present complex data suited to the role and information needs of various stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the college and to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, faculty, administration, students, and other internal and external constituents
• Detail oriented producing accurate, timely information and materials, which includes the production of management-ready reports and presentations
• Experience with Ellucian Banner (ERP) preferred
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (Advanced) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as a computer, phone, and copier. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing and movement is required. This would require the ability to lift files and file boxes, open filing cabinets, walking, and bending or standing as necessary.

ABOUT CATAWBA:

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. 

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. 

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants must submit the following materials, preferably in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu:

• Letter of interest;
• Current resume or curriculum vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Catawba will give priority to applications received by August 31, 2022.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment.

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Department:              Athletics
Position Status:         Full-Time, Twelve (12) Month Position
Directly Reports to: Director of Athletics

Catawba College (“Catawba”) seeks a Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach to manage all aspects of a competitive and successful NCAA Division II golf program with the primary responsibility being the planning and instruction of golf skills. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to the academic success of the student-athletes in the program that leads to graduation through a positive collegiate experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compliance with NCAA, SAC and Catawba Policies and Regulations
• The head coach must be efficient at individualized and team instruction with emphasis on teaching all skills and strategies associated with the sport
• Recruiting quality student-athletes that are committed to the Catawba mission within the allotted scholarship structure and limits
• Commitment to and the management of program budget
• Coordinate and maintain regular communication with Catawba athletics staff, including the Director of Athletics, Compliance, Sports Medicine, Media Relations, Video, Strength & Conditioning, and Facilities Operations
• Provide academic support and oversight for all student-athletes
• Tournament scheduling
• Practice and tournament planning and implementation
• Player development and evaluation
• Supervise an effective strength and conditioning program
• Managing travel (booking hotels, vans, buses, etc.)
• Developing and maintaining positive alumni relations
• Day to day program administration
• Preparing film analysis and course management strategies
• Actively assist with program fundraising and development of alumni and community relations
• Serve on campus and departmental committees as requested
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred
• Successful collegiate coaching experience is preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in on course instruction and knowledge of the game
• Ability to recruit student-athletes that will be successful in the classroom and on the course
• Ability to lead, mentor and motivate student-athletes
• Strong communication, organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to produce and manage a competitive Golf program are important
• Developing and maintaining positive alumni relations
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required

ABOUT CATAWBA:

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. 

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. 

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to Dr. Kurt Patberg at kpatberg.asc@gmail.com:

• A letter of interest;
• Resume; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Review of completed applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION: As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment.

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination. 

Department:                Student Affairs

Directly Reports To:   Director of Wellness Center and Intramural Sports 

Catawba College (“Catawba”) welcomes applications for the position of Intramural Sports Coordinator. Under the direction of the Director of Wellness Center and Intramural Sports, the Intramural Sports Coordinator is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of all team, singles, and doubles sport activities and special events/programs for Intramural Sports. The chosen candidate will develop and conduct officials’ training clinics, recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate sports officials/supervisors for intramural activities in major team sports, promote and market intramural programs and activities, plan and schedule all singles/doubles activities, and assist with student payroll, budget planning, policy development, and equipment inventory/purchasing process. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Oversee the administration of assigned intramural sports, including planning, registration, scheduling, and evaluating programs
• Assist the program with recruitment, hiring and onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of student employees
• Assist with disciplinary meetings/hearings
• Conduct equipment inventory and assist in yearly purchasing
• Assist with marketing and outreach and lead the program’s social media teams
• Assist with risk management efforts and ensure facilities are suitable for play
• Ensure consistent and dynamic programming is provided each semester
• Assist with the daily operation of the Intramural Office including supervision of an office assistant and student coordinators
• Provide outstanding customer service and address needs of student participants in a timely manner
• Serve on divisional and/or College committees as assigned
• Participate in other opportunities available through interaction with a comprehensive recreational sports program
• Assist with other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE: 

• B.A. or B.S. degree required, enrolled in a master’s degree program in sport management, recreation, higher education or related field
• Position requires initiative, ability to make decisions in a fast-paced setting, ability to work in a team environment and flexibility
• Must be able to work independently and prioritize work volume 
• Superior customer service skills
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• Organizational, problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with co-workers and student assistants
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in both a professional office and in an active recreational environment Day, evening, and weekend work is required, and job functions are routinely performed outside of primary office on campus or, on occasion, in off-campus locations. Participation in College events in evenings and on weekends will occur in this position. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  This is largely an active role. This would require the ability to lift files and file boxes, open filing cabinets, walking, and bending or standing as necessary. 

POSITION BENEFITS:
Campus housing provided by the College and a meal plan while the College is in session during the academic year. 

ABOUT CATAWBA: 

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants must submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• Cover letter detailing the candidates qualifications and experience;
• Resume; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. Catawba will not contact professional references without candidate’s knowledge and permission. 

Review of completed applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.  

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION: As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Department:                Information Technology
Position Status:           Full-time
Directly Reports To:   Director, Infrastructure Services
Supervisory Resp:       No
Classification:             Exempt                                                                      

SUMMARY:
This position will oversee the planning, analysis, installation, configuration, management, and maintenance of the network and associated technologies.  This position will provide expert level support in assisting team members as well as other support teams and university users with resolving complex wired and wireless network problems. Successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to quickly assess faults and take corrective action in a mission critical environment.  Understanding of higher education business processes and best practices as well as advanced programming and scripting skills are required. 

Note: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES):
Knowledge and skills necessary to perform the position include but are not limited to, the following: 

• Determine enhancements to existing network infrastructure.  Identifies system inefficiencies and recommends and implements effective solutions.
• Drive root cause analysis, debugging, support, and post-mortem analysis for security incidents and service interruptions.
• Maintain physical network infrastructure including WAN, LAN, routers, switches, access points, controllers, and other network gear as needed; monitor and address technical or performance issues with network equipment; diagnose and address internal issues including faults and network hardware replacements; apply patches and configuration changes.
• Ensure network security; actively monitor network and WAN systems for potential security issues, working closely with designated IT security personnel; monitor and propose changes to internal configurations and topology to minimize risk to the College; research and address new threats as they become known; provide expert knowledge regarding network security and proposed remediations to the management team as needed.
• Contribute to Disaster Recovery planning, testing, implementation, and documentation; and other administrative functions as required.
• Endeavors to maximize function and effectiveness of the network to meet or exceed the needs of the campus community.
• Develop and maintain documentation of systems, services, processes, and procedures
• May require work hours outside the normal College schedule, including nights, weekends
• Other duties as assigned. 

DESIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in information technology or related field or equivalent related work experience required
• Managing large complex projects.
• Ability to analyze, understand, and effectively communicate business requirements and technical design.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and with a commitment to outstanding client service.
• Log file analysis
• Fluent in network operating systems for Extreme Networks gear or similar.
• In-depth understanding of modern networking protocols and relevant stacks
• Familiar with modern implementations of and management of spanning tree protocol
• Familiar with modern wireless protocols, their implementation, and their management
• Experienced in managing VLANs, network access controls, and related services

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. This job also operates outside and on job sites.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; walk; and talk or hear.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to loud.

ABOUT CATAWBA:
Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by more nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY: 
Applicants must submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• Letter of interest;
• Current resume or curriculum vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. 

Catawba will give priority to applications received by April 15, 2022.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Department:                Information Technology
Position Status:           Full-Time, Twelve (12) Month Position
Directly Reports To:   Director of Information Technology (Enterprise Application Services)
Classification:             Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVES:
In coordination with the rest of the Enterprise Applications Team, develop, maintain, and implement software solutions to enhance delivery of business solutions, student services, and other key areas of emphasis on campus.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:    

• Develop, test, and support enterprise applications and custom scripts/workflows
• Create and maintain software integrations
• Write complex SQL queries to support integrations and reporting
• Create and maintain documentation of custom applications
• Work effectively with end-users, support staff, and leadership to provide guidance on programming and automation capabilities, conduct training, and respond to related questions and concerns
• Work with appropriate internal and/or external entities as necessary to ensure compliance with privacy guidelines, state and federal requirements, and internal policies and procedures for assigned applications/scripts
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE:
The minimum job requirements for this position are: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other appropriate field. Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience are also considered.
• Four (4) years of experience in software development, business intelligence, or related field. Working knowledge of relational databases with specific experience with Ellucian Banner preferred
• If necessary, the ability to work weekends, nights, alternative hours, etc. to support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and upgrades
• Critical Skills:
• SQL development – minimum Four (4) years
• Python programming – minimum one (1) year
• End-user support and training
• Process documentation           

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates primarily in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copiers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing and movement is required. This would require the ability to lift files and file boxes, open filing cabinets, walking, and bending or standing as necessary. 

ABOUT CATAWBA:

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. 

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. 

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

TO APPLY:
Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu:

• A letter of application;
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Review of completed applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. 

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION: As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Department:                Information Technology
Position Status:           Full-Time
Directly Reports To:   Director, Infrastructure Services
Supervisory Resp:       No
Classification:             Exempt       

This position will oversee the planning, analysis, installation, configuration, management, and maintenance of physical and virtual systems and associated technologies. Successful candidate must demonstrate the capacity to manage multiple servers and services in an organized and effective manner in a mission critical environment. Understanding of higher education business processes and best practices as well as advanced programming and scripting skills are required.

Note: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES):
Knowledge and skills necessary to perform the position include but are not limited to, the following: 

• Determine enhancements to existing computing infrastructure, physical, virtual, and cloud based
• Identify current system inefficiencies; recommend and implement effective solutions
• Drive root cause analysis, debugging, support, and post-mortem analysis for security incidents and service interruptions
• Maintain physical and virtual computing infrastructure including servers, UPS, rack equipment, and other server component as needed; monitor and address technical or performance issues with computing equipment; apply patches and configuration changes
• Ensure system security; actively monitor systems for potential security issues, working closely with designated IT security personnel; monitor and propose changes to internal configurations to minimize institutional risk; research and address new threats as they become known; provide expert knowledge regarding system security and proposed remediations to the management team as needed
• Install, configure, and manage NAS and SAN systems
• Contribute to Disaster Recovery planning, testing, implementation, and documentation
• Endeavors to maximize function and effectiveness of the campus computing environment to meet or exceed the needs of the campus community
• Develop and maintain documentation of systems, services, processes, and procedures
• May require work hours outside the normal Catawba schedule, including nights, weekends
• Other duties as assigned

DESIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in information technology or related field or equivalent related work experience required
• Documented history of successfully managing large, complex projects
• Ability to analyze, understand, and effectively communicate business requirements and technical design
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and with a commitment to outstanding client service
• Log file analysis and troubleshooting
• Fluent in VMWare vSphere, Windows, and Linux operating systems
• In-depth understanding of modern networking protocols and relevant stacks
• Familiar with storage system protocols such as iSCSI and Fibre Channel
• Experience with system administration best practices for backup and restoration of data

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. This job also operates outside and on job sites.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; walk; and talk or hear.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to loud.

ABOUT CATAWBA:
Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches.  

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by more nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field.  

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu.

TO APPLY: 
Applicants must submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to hr@catawba.edu: 

• Letter of interest;
• Current resume or curriculum vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. 

Catawba will give priority to applications received by April 15, 2022.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment at Catawba College, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption. Catawba Human Resources will share details of this requirement during onboarding should you accept Catawba’s offer of employment. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.