• Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics
• Director of Financial Aid
• Director of Development
• Annual Fund Phone-a-thon Coordinator
• Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion

Wabash College continues to welcome applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics, to start July 1, 2013. This is a three year position, with continuance contingent on a review at the end of the first year. Ph.D. in mathematics is required. Area of specialization is open; preference will be given to areas that expand the mathematical breadth of the department. Applicants must have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and an appreciation for the broad intellectual community of an excellent liberal arts college. Teaching duties will include a wide range of courses, both upper and lower level, three courses per semester.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications including letter of interest, vita, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, essay describing teaching philosophy, statement of research plans, and three letters of reference (two addressing teaching) should be submitted electronically through EIMS or directly to Ms. Kristi Mangold, Mathematics Department Administrative Assistant, at mangoldk@wabash.edu.  Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful diversity experiences that prepare students for life and leadership in a multicultural global world. We welcome applications from persons of all backgrounds. EOE.

Contact:
Kristi Mangold
Administrative Assistant
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-361-6292
mangoldk@wabash.edu

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Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, invites applications for the position of Director of Financial Aid.  Reporting to the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, the Director of Financial Aid will play a vital role in advancing the College’s evolving business model.  Of paramount importance will be strategically deploying institutional resources to meet enrollment and net tuition revenue goals.  In addition to managing the financial aid office on a daily basis, the director will be an integral part of the admissions recruiting effort.  The director will also be expected to provide campus leadership through collaboration with athletics, advancement, the business office and several campus-wide committees.

The Wabash College Financial Aid Office provides financial assistance to approximately 700 returning students and 900 prospective students annually. The director is responsible for developing and directing financial aid strategies within the framework of federal and state regulations that are consistent with the enrollment objectives of the College.  This is accomplished by administering need based aid, merit based scholarships, student employment and loan programs.  Providing a high level of customer service is a top priority in helping families navigate through the financial aid application process and understanding their financial aid award and financing options.  The director is expected to maintain an office that is approachable, friendly, and professional in its interactions with parents and students. In overseeing an aid budget of 28 million dollars, the director is responsible for programs involving federal, state, institutional, and local funds.   Managing the financial aid office includes the direct supervision of two professional aid officers and one support staff member.  Duties include sharing the counseling and advising workload with the staff.  

A bachelor’s degree is required.  Five or more years in a progressive management role in financial aid or a related higher education setting is preferred. Among the skills and experiences being sought are:

• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to federal, state and institutional financial aid policies and procedures
• Experience with federal and institutional need analysis for packaging and counseling families
• Familiarity with software with which to collect and analyze data as well as use predictive modeling 
• Evidence of controlling discount rate within a private education setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to deal effectively with a diverse student body
• Detail oriented with excellent organization skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and objectives
• Adaptable to a constantly changing environment

Salary will be determined by experience and educational level. We anticipate the start date will be June 1, 2013 but is negotiable.

Review of applications will begin on March 22 and continue until the position is filled. A resume with contact information of three references and an accompanying cover letter should be sent electronically to: Catherine Metz, Director of Human Resources at metzc@wabash.edu.

Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful diversity experiences that prepare students for life and leadership in a multicultural global world. We welcome applications from persons of all backgrounds. EOE.

Contact:
Catherine Metz
Director of Human Resources
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-361-6418
metzc@wabash.edu

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Wabash College seeks candidates for the position of Director of Development.  Reporting to the Dean for College Advancement, the Director of Development is a key member of the Advancement team and manages the Major Gifts, Corporate and Foundation Grants, and Advancement Research staff to ensure that strategic goals of the College are well funded. The Director of Development seeks out opportunities and develops and implements initiatives to identify, cultivate, and solicit prospects to ensure a strong base of ongoing financial support for the College. The position is also entrusted with the recognition and stewardship of individual major donors. The position works with staff to set performance and department goals, monitors work and evaluates results to ensure that departmental and operating requirements are met and are in line with the needs and mission of the College. The Director will also play an integral role in the planning and execution of a future capital campaign.

Responsibilities:

 Management, Planning and Reporting

•  Develops and implements an annual plan for departmental operations;
• Participates in the management of the Advancement team
• Communicates and interacts with trustee leaders as required;
• Provides strategic information and guidance to assist in developing goals, plans and procedures;
• Leads and manages the members of the Development department including budgeting, program direction, supervision and annual evaluation of assigned staff;
• Develops strategies and approaches to generate ever-higher levels of giving both in the individual and foundation arenas;
• Ensure that all major and planned giving donors receive appropriate and consistent recognition;
• Assist in the stewardship planning process for endowed fund donors;
• Work with Advancement Research on discovering new prospect potential and making appropriate staff assignments;
• Work with faculty, Admissions, Career Services, and Deans of the College to both ensure that the Development Staff is up to date on current activities specific to each area and to seek their help when appropriate with donors and prospects.

  Alumni and Friend Engagement

  Responsible for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of assigned portfolio of College alumni and friends;

  • Regional travel for major and planned giving, as assigned.

    Other

    Accepts other duties, as assigned by the Dean for College Advancement or the President of the College;

  • Attends College events during the evening and weekends. 

 Requirements:

• Bachlor's Degree
• Seven plus years of progressive development experience, preferably in a liberal arts college or university (or, other not-for-profit management, alumni relations, or similar work experience);
• Candidates will have a background and knowledge of diverse areas of development, not limited to such areas of annual giving, major gifts, special events, and stewardship;
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and lead a professional level staff;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills with a keen ability to listen;
• Comfort with personal computers and related software programs, as well as donor databases is necessary;
• Willingness to travel frequently and to work weekends and evenings;
• A valid driver’s license is required;
• A sense of humor is a distinct advantage.

  To apply:

  Please send cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references electronically to Mrs. Alecia Franklin, Senior Administrative Assistant to the Dean for College Advancement and Development at bradya@wabash.edu.  Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful diversity experiences that prepare students for life and leadership in a multicultural global world. We welcome applications from persons of all backgrounds. EOE.

Contact:
Alecia Franklin
Sr. Admin Ast-Deam of Coll Advancement and Development
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
bradya@wabash.edu

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Wabash College invites applications for the part-time position of Annual Fund Phone-a-thon Coordinator.  The ideal candidate will be energetic, creative, and detail oriented and will manage all facets of the Annual Fund student phone-a-thon.  This person will also assist in soliciting various constituents for Annual Fund support during peak fundraising seasons.  The Wabash Annual Fund raises approximately $3.2 million annually in unrestricted gifts from more than 4,400 alumni, parents, and friends of Wabash College. 

Primary responsibilities of the position:

• Manage all facets of the Annual Fund student phone-a-thon.
  • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate current student workers.
  • Develop and implement calling plans, calling scripts, and follow-up plans for all phone-a-thon sessions.
  • Maintain statistical analysis of phone room activity.
  • Oversee all phone-a-thon pledge entry and pledge acknowledgements.
  • Complete assessment reports of phone-a-thon activity.
  • Use phone-a-thon analysis to determine operational improvements.             
• Assist in making solicitation calls and emails of various constituents during peak fundraising seasons (December and June). 
• Attend meetings and actively participate in those meetings.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent fundraising or phone room/call center experience required.  The position also requires excellent written, interpersonal, and organizational skills; experience in data analysis; willingness to work evenings and weekends in the student phone room; desire to work with and mentor college students; and willingness to work within a larger team of development professionals.  

The Office of Annual Giving is part of a larger College Advancement team that includes Alumni & Parent Relations, Major Gifts, and Advancement Services.  The Annual Fund Phone-a-thon Coordinator reports to the Associate Dean for College Advancement.  

This is a part-time hourly position that requires evening and weekend work hours.  This position is budgeted for 525 hours on a fiscal year basis and does not include benefits.

Applicants should send a resume which includes contact information of three professional references and a letter summarizing their qualifications and suitability for this position to:  Joseph Klen, Associate Dean for College Advancement, Wabash College, P.O. Box 352, Crawfordsville, IN, 47933-0352.  Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

Founded in 1832, Wabash College is a selective liberal arts college for men located in Crawfordsville, Indiana, approximately 45 minutes from Indianapolis.  The campus is situated on 60 acres with 25 buildings for academic and administrative purposes which fosters a close-knit teaching and learning community. 

Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful diversity experiences that prepare students for life and leadership in a multicultural global world. We welcome applications from persons of all backgrounds. EOE.

Contact:
Joseph Klen
Associate Dean for college Advancement
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
klenj@wabash.edu

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Wabash College Department of Religion invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in World Religions. This is a one-year sabbatical replacement, to begin July 1, 2013. Ph.D. preferred, A.B.D. will be considered. Teaching responsibilities will be three courses a semester.  Candidates should have the ability to teach introductory courses in the following areas: Islam, South Asian religions, and East Asian religions, and upper-level courses suitable for a liberal arts college. Wabash College supports a collegial and collaborative teaching environment, with support for faculty development, and fosters interactions among faculty members and between faculty and students.  It is also the home of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. 

Review of applications begins February 22, 2013. Applications should include vita, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a teaching statement that addresses the candidate’s interest in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment.  Please send electronic submissions only by e-mail to Violet Mayberry, Administrative Assistant in the Humanities (mayberrv@wabash.edu).  Inquiries may be directed to Professor Jonathan Baer (baerj@wabash.edu). 

Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful diversity experiences that prepare students for life and leadership in a multicultural global world. We welcome applications from persons of all backgrounds. EOE.

Contact:
Violet Mayberry
Administrative Assistant
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-361-6290
mayberrv@wabash.edu

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