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CURRENT OPENINGS

Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Reports to: Director of Business Services

Position summary

Accounts Payable Clerk position is a full-time, benefits eligible position which functions primarily as the front-line for all invoice payments, OBU MasterCard maintenance and reporting, and other payments to outside vendors. Other responsibilities include scanning, filing, fixed asset inventory management, recurring payment management, account reconciliation, journal entry preparation, monitoring and reconciliation of prepaid invoices, yearly 1099 preparation and reporting, and yearly audit preparation for invoices, checks and inventory items.

Qualifications

  • High School graduate (college education preferred but not required)
  • Customer service experience
  • Experience with account reconciliation recommended
  • Knowledge of Accounting General Ledger/Accounts Payable systems beneficial
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Strong computer skills-proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office 365, Teams
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff and outside vendors

Starting Date: The starting date for this position is as soon as possible. The application/review process will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.

To apply

Applicants should submit the Ouachita Baptist University staff application form and resume to:

Kristi Clay, Director of Business Services, at clayk@obu.edu

or it can be submitted to:

Ouachita Baptist University
Human Resources Office
Accounts Payable Clerk Position
OBU Box 3772
Arkadelphia, AR 71998

Title: Bridge Coordinator (4-week contract)
Report to: Student Support Specialist

Position summary

The Bridge Coordinator will organize and oversee Bridge activities weekly, supervise student staff members (Peer Mentors and Tutors), oversee students in the residence halls, and assist as needed in the Academic Success Center (ASC). The Bridge Coordinator will serve as the ASC representative holding responsibility for Bridge students and student staff outside of university business hours. This is a live-in position, requiring this staff member to stay in the residence hall on campus for the 4-week Tiger Success Bridge Program*.

Program Dates: May 25-June 20, 2024

Contract Dates: May 22-June 20, 2024

*Tiger Success Summer Bridge Program

The Bridge Program is an invitation-based summer program explicitly designed to welcome incoming first-generation students, students of color, and/or students taking required developmental classes (Tiger Success Program) to Ouachita, facilitate their transition to university life both academically and socially, and provide them with an early introduction to all the resources that the University has available for students.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Previous experience in residence life or working with college students is strongly preferred
  • Previous supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with incoming college students

Physical Requirements:

  • Moderate walking
  • Ability to spend extended periods of time outdoors
  • Ability to lift at least 15 pounds

Essential functions

  • Attend all staff trainings prior to the start of Bridge
  • Oversee students and Peer Mentors in residence halls
    • Address disciplinary and emergency situations when ASC is closed- after business hours and weekends
    • Report building maintenance issues to Campus Safety and ASC each day
  • Assist with the supervision of Peer Mentors
  • Attend ASC staff meetings each week
  • Coordinate with Peer Mentors to execute weekly activities
    • Gather materials, assist with set-up and clean-up, attend and oversee each activity
  • Drive students to off-campus activities (university vehicle will be provided)
  • Report all student issues to ASC staff

To apply

Please complete the staff application found at obu.edu/staffjobs and submit that along with a current resume to Cassi Maxwell at maxwellc@obu.edu.

Title: ASC Bridge Instructor (4-week contract)
Report to: Student Support Specialist
Department: Academic Success Center

Position summary

The Academic Success Center invites applications for a Bridge Instructor of Composition 1 for the 2024 Bridge* Term. The successful candidate will display evidence of successful classroom teaching, scholarship and/or qualified professional experience, a passion for serving marginalized student populations, and support for the university’s vision, mission, and values.

Primary responsibilities will include teaching Composition 1 and communicating regularly with course tutors to coordinate additional instructional needs. Summer courses in the Bridge term meet on campus every Monday-Friday of the contract term.

Contract Dates: May 27-June 19, 2024

*Tiger Success Summer Bridge Program

The Bridge Program is an invitation-based summer program explicitly designed to welcome incoming first-generation students, students of color, and/or students taking required developmental classes (Tiger Success Program) to Ouachita, facilitate their transition to university life both academically and socially, and provide them with an early introduction to all the resources that the University has available for students.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

  • A minimum of 18 graduate hours in the content area are required. A Master’s degree in the content area is preferred.
  • Previous experience working with students with academic deficiencies is preferred.

To apply

To apply, complete the Faculty Application for Employment and submit that along with a current resume to Cassi Maxwell at maxwellc@obu.edu.

Ouachita seeks a chief marketing officer to lead its Office of Communications & Marketing. This cabinet-level position reports to the university president and leads communications, marketing and public relations efforts university-wide. It especially works closely with leaders in the offices of the president, admissions, development and athletics for key recruitment and fundraising initiatives and also serves as the communications and marketing hub for all seven of Ouachita’s academic schools. It coordinates all aspects of the university’s external communications, leads crisis communications and reputation management and plans and executes university-wide and program-specific marketing efforts.

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The Office of Facilities Management at Ouachita Baptist University announces the following staff vacancies:

  • Groundskeeper
  • Building services/custodian

These positions are full-time and eligible for all university benefits, including health, dental and life insurance, retirement, vacation and medical leave.

Interested applicants may apply either in person at the Office of Facilities Management located at 950 N. 8th Street, Arkadelphia, Arkansas or by downloading and returning the facilities management staff application to the Office of Facilities Management, OBU Box 3775, Arkadelphia, AR 71998-0001.

Interviews will follow based on skills, qualifications and references of the prospective employee as provided on their individual application.

Position summary

Ouachita Baptist University invites applications for a staff position as a Fine Arts Administrator. Duties and responsibilities:

  • Manage daily operations of the box office
  • Oversees Arts Engagement Series Review Course
  • Oversees general operations of the Arts Engagement Program
  • Assists JPAC Director
  • Coordinates recruiting for the School of Performing Arts
  • Assists with marketing and publicity for the School of Performing Arts

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Experience working with and/or coordinating volunteers

The position requires an understanding of the educational and spiritual nature of working at a small Christian liberal arts university; options are available for working with academic programs if the candidate has the appropriate academic credentials. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled with a projected starting date of May 1, 2024. Applicants should send a cover letter, Ouachita staff application, and resume to Caroline Taylor at taylorc@obu.edu.

Position summary

Ouachita Baptist University invites applications for a Production Manager/TD to operate the 1500 seat Jones Performing Arts Center. Responsibilities for this staff position include:

  • The management, upkeep and technical direction of the space
  • Event calendaring
  • Working with event leaders
  • Training/supervision of student workers in the creation and running of events produced by university organizations and off-campus groups, including concerts, touring events, musicals, pageants, summer church camps and chapel programs
  • Serving as the primary contact with all groups using the space

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
  • Experience and knowledge in the safe and current operation of theatrical systems related to sound, lights, projection, rigging and event production
  • Strong personal and collaborative skills that ensure good communication amongst all parties

The position requires an understanding of the educational and spiritual nature of working at a small Christian liberal arts university; options are available for working with academic programs if the candidate has the appropriate academic credentials. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled with a projected starting date of June 1, 2024. Applicants should send a cover letter, Ouachita staff application, and resume to Caroline Taylor at taylorc@obu.edu.

University Vision and Mission

Ouachita seeks to foster a love of God and a love of learning by creating for students and other constituents’ dynamic growth opportunities both on campus and throughout the world. With foresight and faithfulness, Ouachita makes a difference. Ouachita is a Christ-centered learning community. Embracing the liberal arts tradition, the university prepares individuals for ongoing intellectual and spiritual growth, lives of meaningful work, and reasoned engagement with the world.

Student Financial Services Mission

The mission of Student Financial Services is to secure and provide financial assistance for all students. The office provides a comprehensive program that includes merit, performance, and need-based grants, as well as loans and part-time campus employment designed to assist eligible students.

Position summary

The SFS Counselor provides a wealth of financial aid knowledge to students and families for federal, state, private, and institutional programs in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations. The person in this position is responsible for providing superb customer service to many students, families, and colleagues. They are responsible for file review, awarding/processing/reconciling aid, participating in recruitment activities, maintaining compliance of rules and regulations related to aid processing and exercising professional judgment when making aid awards. Confidentiality agreement and credit and background checks required. The Student Financial Services Counselor reports to the Director of Student Financial Services.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Counsel students and parents on the financial aid application process.
  • Advise students and parents on eligibility requirements for federal, state, and institutional aid.
  • Ensure compliance with all financial aid policies, procedures, rules and regulations to prevent negative financial impact to students and the university.
  • Adhere to a superior level of customer service.
  • Process verification documents, including IRS documents, with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Monitor and track financial aid files and paperwork.
  • Work with auditors as needed.
  • Work closely with members of the university administration, staff and faculty to ensure university goals are met.
  • Reading, understanding, applying and explaining federal and institutional policies and regulations, as well as using professional judgment when appropriate.
  • Support day-to-day operations of the Student Financial Services Office.
  • Use the institution’s multiple computer software systems to ensure an easy flow of data.
  • Represent the University at special events such as early registration, recruiting receptions, high school college nights, orientations, financial aid workshops and on campus programs.
  • Package, originate, disburse and reconcile all undergraduate student loans including student loans, parent loans and private loans.
  • Entrance and Exit Loan Counseling for loan borrowers.
  • Working with Registrar for graduate reporting.
  • Assist with projects as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Experience working in financial aid and knowledge of federal/state financial aid rules and regulations is preferred.
  • Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate a commitment to developing connections with and providing superb customer service to the Ouachita community.
  • Must be able to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.

Physical demands

While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is required to sit for long periods at a time; type using a computer keyboard; visually read from a computer monitor; talk, hear and orally communicate information over the telephone.

Work environment

While performing duties of this job, noise level may vary from light to loud depending on student traffic levels. Employee must desire to work in student-centered and team-oriented creative environment, with willingness to travel for training and available for work on weekends and evenings if required.

Job description status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. This job description does not constitute a contract.

To apply

Applicants should submit the Ouachita Baptist University staff application form and a letter of interest to:

Ouachita Baptist University
Human Resources Office
SFS Financial Aid Counselor Position
OBU Box 3772
Arkadelphia, AR 71998

University Vision and Mission

Ouachita seeks to foster a love of God and a love of learning by creating for students and other constituents’ dynamic growth opportunities both on campus and throughout the world. With foresight and faithfulness, Ouachita makes a difference. Ouachita is a Christ-centered learning community. Embracing the liberal arts tradition, the university prepares individuals for ongoing intellectual and spiritual growth, lives of meaningful work, and reasoned engagement with the world.

Student Financial Services Mission

The mission of Student Financial Services is to secure and provide financial assistance for all students. The office provides a comprehensive program that includes merit, performance, and need-based grants, as well as loans and part-time campus employment designed to assist eligible students.

Position summary

The full-time, benefits eligible position provides administrative support for the Student Financial Services Office and works with the Director, Financial Aid Counselors and staff to assist in coordinating activities/duties related to financial aid and student accounts. This position is typically the first person a student/family contacts via email, office visit or phone call in regards to financial aid and account information. This position requires organizational and time management skills. Specific duties for this position include, but are not limited to: 1) Student Worker Supervisor; 2) Process mail, daily; 3) Payment processing – office & phone; 4) Account reconciliation – daily, monthly, annually; 5) Endowed Scholarship maintenance and liaison with Deans and Development Office; 6) Academic Award’s Ceremony; 7) Student Accounts – billing and refund checks; 8) R2T4 verification check; 9) NCAA Financial aid reporting; 10) Online check-in; and 11) Freshman File Maintenance. The office manager is required to sign a confidentiality agreement and complete credit and background checks.

Starting date

The starting date for this position is flexible. The application/review process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

The candidate must be a high school graduate with exceptional computer skills in WORD and EXCEL programs. College education is preferred, but not required.

To apply

Applicants should submit the Ouachita Baptist University staff application form and a letter of interest to:

Ouachita Baptist University
Human Resources Office
SFS Office Manager Search
OBU Box 3772
Arkadelphia, AR 71998

 

Application documents

Staff Application

for non-teaching roles that are neither in
top leadership or facilities management

Administration Application

for positions in administrative leadership
such as a cabinet-level role or unit director
 

Facilities Management Application

for roles such as building maintenance, custodial staff and groundskeeping

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