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Holy Cross College is a close-knit community of faculty and staff dedicated to preparing our students to become the scholars, citizens, leaders, and disciples the world needs now.

The College maintains flexible workplace policies to promote a strong work-life balance culture for all employees, which include excellent healthcare, generous time-off, flexible hours, and remote work opportunities.

If you share in our mission and are interested in joining one of the most distinctive environments in Catholic higher education, we welcome you to apply to any of the open positions listed below.

Student Employment

Current Faculty/Staff Openings

Department: Admissions
Supervisor: Director of Admissions
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule:  This is a full-time position beginning July 2023. Typical for this position is daily business hours Monday through Friday, 8am until 5pm, including evenings and some weekends to serve the needs of the College. Periodic travel including overnight stays may be required, primarily in the fall and occasionally in the spring.

Purpose: The Admissions Counselor is responsible for assisting with all phases of the recruitment and enrollment of new students to Holy Cross College, including, but not limited to: regional travel, representing Holy Cross College to high school counselors, prospective students and parents; recruiting students and cultivating relationships with guidance counselors in an assigned geographic territory while assisting students to meet their professional goals and to live lives of purpose and integrity.

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Plan, manage and conduct recruitment and counseling activities in an assigned geographic territory.
  • Prepare and submit statistical reports and detailed summaries of personal recruitment activities in assigned territory.
  • Review and evaluate applications of prospective students.
  • Develop and maintain communication with prospective students, parents and school counselors throughout the recruitment cycle.
  • Assist with the planning, organization, and execution of both on- and off-campus admissions programs.
  • Assist with initiatives related to, but not limited to tele counseling, social media, alumni outreach, multicultural recruitment, data assessment, advising student groups, etc.
  • Conduct group and individual information sessions for prospective students and their parents.
  • Attend required events such as College Fairs, Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, etc.
  • Coordinate in-house mailings of recruitment invites and literature to prospective students.
  • Provide counsel and assistance to admitted students as they manage the enrollment process including, but not limited to, financial aid opportunities, billing and payments, and orientation registration.
  • Complete additional specific projects to be determined by the Director of Admissions as well as serving the needs of the College as assigned.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and leadership skills
  • Attention to detail and demonstrated organization skills related to programming/project management are essential.
  • Valid unrestricted driver’s license
  • Knowledge and experience using MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to travel for approximately 10 weeks per year of overnight recruitment including high school visits and college fairs
  • Cultural competence and ability to work effectively with a diverse student population in respectful, equitable and inclusive ways.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends when necessary to serve the needs of the department
  • Highly motivated person who is task oriented
  • Ability to work under pressure in a team atmosphere and with a minimum of direct supervision.
  • The successful candidate will demonstrate a connection to the Holy Cross College mission to educate the whole person in mind, body, and spirit.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Higher Education Admissions
  • Experience as undergraduate admissions intern, student ambassador, or student volunteer may be considered.
  • Knowledge and experience using social media for marketing and communication
  • Knowledge and experience using Slate by Technolutions
  • Multilingual skills preferred.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning either the college or employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter, and names and contact information for three references to [email protected].  Position Open until filled.

Department: Development
Reports to: Assoc. Vice President for Communications and Development
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic College that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule: Full time. Minimum 40 hours per week. Must be willing to travel, work nights and weekends when necessary.

Position Summary:
The Director of Development, Major Gifts, facilitates strong relationships between prospective donors and the College for the purpose of securing major gift commitments ($25,000 or more). Emphasis on generating scholarships support annual outright and endowed.  This position will establish and implement an annual activity plan to foster a robust major gift portfolio.

Job Responsibilities:

  • All administrators, faculty, and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Articulate the vision, mission, goals and core values of the College to its constituents
  • Participate in a comprehensive major gift program for the College by facilitating active relationships for assigned prospects with college partners while endeavoring to match College funding needs with prospects’ interests. Involve College leadership, faculty and staff in strategy development and prospect activities to foster multiple points of contact for each prospect
  • Build a portfolio of 75 to 100 qualified prospects through the development cycle, from identification and qualification, cultivation to solicitation, and stewardship
  • Design general strategies for each assigned prospect based on research data and information gathered through the qualification visits. Assess and document each prospect’s major gift (current) rating and future ultimate gift rating
  • Plan and document detailed activities (in-progress tasks) including personal visits, phone calls, and written communications that deepens the relationship of a prospect with the College and moves them, in a timely manner, from one stage in the development cycle to the next, maximizes giving potential and provides consistent contact with all assigned prospects. Each prospect should have a minimum number of documented in-progress tasks
  • Portfolio plans should facilitate a minimum 100-120 meaningful in-person visits per year (average = 10/month).
  • It is expected in the first 12 months that the MGO has no fewer than 20 major gifts for scholarships and/or capital purposes.
  • Within the first 12 months the Director of Development, Major Gifts, will visit at least 25 individuals for no less than $600,000 in total asks.
  • Document completed activities (completed tasks) in a timely manner in the Raiser’s Edge database.
  • Responsible for understanding and communicating to donors the various ways to give (including current, deferred, endowed, and in-kind gifts) and for documenting commitments according to established policies and procedures
  • Follows budget guidelines regarding expenditures incurred in major gift fundraising for effective and efficient use of college resources
  • Review status of individual prospect plans and productivity reports with supervisor each month
  • Other initiatives and/or projects may be assigned at the discretion of the Chief Development Officer

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in gift solicitation including high end annual gifts and multiyear major gifts
  • The successful candidate will have proven major gift experience who believes in the Catholic higher education mission of Holy Cross College.
  • Equivalent combination of related experience will be considered
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Demonstrated experience in a position that required leadership skills
  • Demonstrated experience in a position that required exceptional written, speaking and listening skills
  • Demonstrated attention to detail
  • Positive, enthusiastic, professional image in representing Holy Cross College, both internally and externally.
  • Must be results- and people-oriented and possesses a strong work ethic with superb attention to detail.
  • The candidate will also have proven communication skills with an ability to write and speak persuasively about the role of educational philanthropy.

Preferred:

  • Experience in a higher education environment
  • Proven and demonstrated ability to cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts of $25,000 and above
  • Experience with fundraising software
  • Knowledge of planned giving techniques and vehicles.

Additional Attributes:

  • Discretion with confidential information
  • Team-player with strong dedication to the purpose and mission of the College
  • Personal value system that encompasses a solid work ethic, conscientiousness, and ability to forge productive relationships
  • Quick-leaner, self-starter, and self-motivated
  • Astuteness and ability to adjust and work within changing environments

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning that either the College or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.  Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and three references (names and contact information) via email to Human Resources [email protected].   Position open until filled.

Department: Athletics
Reports to Supervisor: Director of Athletics
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule: This is a full-time position. Some evenings and weekends necessary to meet the needs of the department and College.

Purpose: The Sports Information Director/Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Golf directs and coordinates the flow of information to the news media and fans by serving as the primary point contact for Saints Athletics. This individual maintains statistical records, writes press releases and feature stories that pertain to Holy Cross athletics, its players and coaches.  A major role of the Sports Information Director is to actively promote Holy Cross College athletics and athletic events both on campus and in the surrounding communities.

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Maintain rosters, schedules, season logs and statistics.
  • Provide accurate results and statistics following games.
  • Actively promote Saints Athletic events to local media.
  • Be active participant in all CCAC Conference events and voting inclusive of national player of the week voting
  • Submit awards to NAIA (scholar-athletes, team awards, etc.)
  • Coordinate the compilation of game and season statistics, including the training of those working with StatCrew statistical software.
  • Monitor sport progress, maintain athletic records and archives.
  • Write, edit, and produce athletic publications such as media guides, programs, brochures, schedule cards, and other marketing materials.
  • Update and add to the college’s athletic website; schedule interviews between coaches or student athletes and the media.
  • Collect biographical information from players and coaches.
  • Photograph (or be able to provide photographs) of teams, individuals, and coaches.
  • Provide supervision in the press box, on press row, and at the official scoring table to maintain accuracy and integrity of game management personnel and to provide a non-partisan working environment.
  • Serve as a spokesperson for the athletic department; respond to general media questions.
  • Monitor and update Saints Social Media outlets.
  • Create promotional materials to release to local and social media.
  • Organize all aspects of recruiting, managing, purchasing, scheduling, travel, and budgeting of Men’s & Women’s golf teams in accordance with NAIA standards.
  • Other duties assigned to meet the needs of the athletic department and College.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • 2 years of experience in a college golf coaching position
  • At least two years’ experience in sports information preferred.
  • Knowledge and experience using email and administrative websites.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
  • Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, which include writing, editing and public speaking.
  • Ability to work flexible work schedule including, evenings, and weekends as may be necessary to serve the needs of the college.
  • Ability to foresee potential problems/issues and provide solutions.
  • Highly motivated person who is task oriented.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and in a team atmosphere.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning either the college or employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter, and names and contact information for three references to [email protected].  Position Open until filled.

Department: Social Sciences
Reports to Supervisor: Chair, Department of Social Sciences FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule: This is a full-time faculty position to begin July 2023.

Purpose: The Assistant/Associate Professor of Business is a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Social Sciences with the rank of assistant or associate commensurate with prior teaching and professional experience. The person who fills this position will play a significant role in shaping the future of the business program at the College.

Essential Job Duties:

  • Focus, develop, and direct a collegiate program in Business.
  • Put the program on track toward external validation or accreditation.
  • Teach 12 credit hours of undergraduate coursework per semester.
  • Assist students in seeing the relevance of the Catholic intellectual tradition and Catholic Social Teaching to their business pursuits and to guide students in conversations about these topics.
  • Participate in the life of the College with service and other responsibilities to meet the needs of the Department and College.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • We are looking for an effective leader to develop a distinctive program in Business.
  • Ph.D. (preferred), or master’s with significant business experience.
  • The candidate should be able to work effectively with a diverse student population.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references (names and contact information) via email to Human Resources [email protected]. Position open until filled.

Department Natural and Quantiative Sciences
Reports to Supervisor: Department Chair
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Purpose: Teach one or more of the following core undergraduate Mathematics courses during the Spring semester 2023, up to 9 credit hours:

MATH 210 (3 credits) Intro to Statistics and Probability. This is an introductory statistical course that is intended to present solid application-oriented statistical topics for students pursuing a major in business. Topics include the role of statistics in the research process, measures of central tendency and variability, probability distributions, inferential statistics, hypothesis testing, and related topics.

Class Meeting Times: MW 2:00 – 3:15 PM.

MATH 118 (3 credits) Finite Mathematics.  This course is for students with liberal arts or business intent.  Students learn to use matrices to solve systems of linear equations by the Gauss-Jordan method, as well as systems of linear inequalities.  After a brief treatment of sets and Venn diagrams, probability is introduced, including conditional probability and Bayes Theorem. 

Class Meeting Times: MW 9:30 – 10:45 AM.

MATH 113 (3 credits) College Algebra.  This course is intended as a prerequisite for Math 125, in preparation for Calculus. This course will concentrate on equations and functions, including polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions, their equations, graphs, composition, and applications.   Class Meeting Times: MW 12:30 – 1:45 PM

MATH 111 (3 credits) Discrete Mathematics.  Math for the Liberal Arts is a mathematics course intended for those students who are taking mathematics for liberal arts or general education purposes. The topics include set theory followed by a study of logic; the terminology and notation of logical statements and the determination of the validity of statements and arguments are introduced; fundamentals of geometry, including angles, polygons, perimeter, and area, are reviewed. Students will also be introduced to a unit on statistics that includes graphical presentation of data and sampling, measures of central tendency and location, measures of spread, and normal distributions. Other topics include consumer mathematics and probability.   Class Meeting Times: TR 11:00 – 12:15 PM

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Teach one or more of the following (Spring 2023): MATH 210, MATH 118, MATH 113, MATH 111.
  • Conduct office hours on campus (about one hour per week for every two credits being taught).
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the faculty and employee handbook.
  • Complete additional specific projects to be determined by the department chair.
  • Other responsibilities as may be assigned to meet the needs of the department and college.

Minimum Education, Skills and Ability:

  • Masters Degree in the appropriate subject area required.
  • Previous teaching at the college level preferred.
  • Positive work experience in a Catholic college environment preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.  Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and three references (names and contact information) via email to: [email protected]

Department: Natural and Quantitative Sciences
Reports to Supervisor: Department Chair
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Purpose: Ideally, candidates will teach one lecture and one lab section of a sequential Organic Chemistry course in the Spring of 2023 and Fall 2023.

CHEM 211: Organic Chemistry I: CHEM 211 is the first part of a two-semester Organic Chemistry course. It is intended for students who are majoring in a science-related discipline. As such, it gives a general overview of organic compounds and their structures and properties. These topics include nomenclatures, chemical bonds, physical and chemical properties, structure-property relationship, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanism of hydrocarbons, alkyl halide, alcohols, and spectroscopy. (Fall)

CHEM 212: Organic Chemistry II: CHEM 212 is the second part of a two-semester Organic Chemistry course. It is intended for students who are majoring in a science-related discipline. As such, it gives a general overview of organic compounds and their structures and properties. These topics include spectroscopy, conjugated system, aromatic compounds, aldehyde, ketone, carboxylic acids and derivatives, enols, amines.  (Spring)

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Assist students in seeing the relevance of the Catholic intellectual tradition to this particular field of study and to guide students in scholarly conversation about this topic.
  • Teach one section of CHEM 212 with lab section in the Spring 2023 semester
  • Conduct office hours on campus (about one hour per week for every two credits being taught).
  • Meet regularly with the department chair.
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the faculty and employee handbook.
  • Complete additional specific projects to be determined by the department chair.
  • Other responsibilities as may be assigned to meet the needs of the department and College.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • To teach both the lecture and lab, a Masters Degree in the appropriate subject area is required: PhD preferred.
  • Previous teaching at the college level preferred.
  • Positive work experience in a Catholic college environment preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and three references (names and contact information) via email to: [email protected]

Department: Student Counseling and Health Services
Reports to Supervisor: Director of Counseling and Health
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule: This is a part time position approximately 8 hours per week.

Purpose: The Student Counselor is responsible for counseling students, faculty, and staff in support of the educational mission of the College.  The Student Counselor is under the direct supervision of the Director of Counseling and Health Services unless another qualified supervisor is appointed based on the educational requirements needed to supervise.

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Counsel students, faculty, staff, and eligible dependents.
  • Proper record keeping practices in accordance with HIPAA privacy standards as outlined by the
    Director of Counseling and Health.
  • Act as a consultant to administration, faculty and staff regarding particular students or general issues pertaining to student mental health and well-being.
  • Refer students, faculty, staff, and their eligible dependents to specialists if additional counseling or assistance is necessary; provide case management.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality unless given written permission to have the information released or as provided by Indiana law.
  • Advocate for the College with students and for students with the College.
  • Maintain professional affiliation with organizations related to counseling college students.
  • Contribute to the Campus Assistance and Response (CARE) Team, Student Life Council, and the Emergency Response Team.
  • Support the educational programs and offerings of the counseling and health office.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Counseling and Health.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Master’s degree in counseling (MSW, MMH, MFT) and professional counseling credentials (e.g., LCSW, etc.). Working on a Masters or Ph.D. in an appropriate field will be considered.
  • Minimum 1-3 years of counseling experience with college-age students.
  • A desire to embrace and enhance the Catholic, Holy Cross mission of the college.
  • A keen interest in collaboration in a liberal arts college setting.
  • An established record of counseling and administrative competence, particularly with students and parents.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office familiarity.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to include some nights and weekends.

Preferred

  • Experience with small, faith-based, residential liberal arts colleges, either professionally or educationally.
  • Experience in college student development and higher education

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning that either the College or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.  Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and three references (names and contact information) via email to Human Resources [email protected].   Position open until filled.

Department:  Development
Reports to Supervisor:  Associate Vice President for Communications and Development
FLSA:  Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule: This is a full-time position.  Some evenings and/or weekends may be necessary to meet the needs of the college.

Purpose: This position will support the development operation by managing all information-related activities of the college’s fundraising program. This includes prospect research, information tracking, other research, and quantitative reporting of development activity.

Essential Job Duties:

Gift Processing

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Receive, record, deposit, and recognize all gifts to the college within 48 hours.
  • Process monthly recurring gifts, payroll deductions, over the phone donations and occasionally in person event registrations.
  • Issues statements, pledge reminders, donor reports, etc.
  • Reconciles deposits with the business office on a regular basis.

Data Information and Reporting

  • Manage the database and maintain biographical records with routine data audits and importing data updates.
  • Function as the primary administrator for the following software/sites: Raiser’s Edge, LexisNexis, ResearchPoint, NetCommunity, Blackbaud Merchant Services, and the Foundation Directory.
  • Perform advanced data functions including merging records, clean up, global changes, and special import projects.
  • Ensure all advancement related activities follow the College’s Gift Policy. Advise the Associate Vice President for Communications and Development with any recommendations regarding changes.
  • Periodically, review the College’s Gift Policy and Gift Procedures Manual to ensure timeliness and relevance, particularly as tax law changes are enacted. Advise the Associate Vice Associate President for Communications and Development with any recommendations regarding changes.
  • Manage prospect research for major donors and prospects.
  • Gather, analyze, track, and report information on current and prospective donors.
  • Primary contact and overall technology resource for the office, which includes the ability to train others and act as a liaison with IT staff on all technology issues.
  • Provide all necessary data reports to the development team in an efficient way. This includes weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
  • Create mailing and email lists for solicitations and event invites.
  • Develop and generate simple and complex queries, exports, reports, metrics tracking, and other ad hoc requests as needed for fund development, alumni engagement, career development, and other department requests as required.
  • Assist with event RSVP’s and attendance tracking including the preparation of the Raiser’s Edge Events module and NetCommunity registration pages.

Efficiency Improvement

  • Seek continual improvement in the way the development office conducts business.
  • Advise the College on trends in advancement, prospect research, data analytics, and moves management tracking.
  • Act as a problem solver concerning systems, processes, and technology.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Strong knowledge of database best practices and procedures.
  • Self-motivated, flexible, and reliable and task oriented.
  • A high level of organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines with accuracy are essential.
  • 1-3 plus years’ experience managing development and/or alumni databases; certified in Raiser’s Edge and/or proven track record and demonstrated expert level of proficiency in Raiser’s Edge preferred.
  • Must have strong interpersonal communications skills, judgment, and discretion with confidential information.
  • Technically minded person who has an in-depth knowledge of Windows and Microsoft operations, specifically in Word, Excel, and Access.
  • Proficient in the use of a broad variety of print and online resources.
  • Maintain respect for donor confidentiality and privacy.
  • Ability to manage complicated support systems.
  • Demonstrated strong research skills and strong written and oral communications skills.
  • Must be able to consistently present a positive attitude and contribute to a harmonious team environment.
  • Ability to work nights and/or weekends when necessary to serve the needs of the college.

 

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning either the college or employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter, and names and contact information for three references to [email protected].  Position Open until filled.

Department: Campus Ministry
Reports to Supervisor:  Vice President of Student Life
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule:  This is a full-time staff position M-F with expected additional nights and weekends to accommodate programming and events throughout the semesters.

Purpose: The Director of Campus Ministry is responsible for organizing a program of religious and spiritual outreach to the college community.  The Director articulates for the college administration the spiritual and religious needs of the community.  The Director assists the community to formulate a response to those needs, which is collaborative, and open to all departments on campus (both inside and outside of the classroom).  All ministry programming will strive to call forth the community into active dialogue with the mission statement thus aiding in education of the mind and heart.

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  •   Provide opportunities for community members, especially resident students and commuters, to come together in an organized program of prayer, liturgy, and sacraments.  This includes providing students the opportunity for engagement in Confirmation and R.C.I.A. programs.
  •   Promote visibility of the Office of Campus Ministry and its programs to the student body by personal availability and visibility to those seeking spiritual consolation, counseling or advice related to their role as Christians.
  •   Identify and coordinate the talents of others interested in active Christian ministry including faculty, staff or students (peer ministry).
  •   Organize opportunities for Christian prayer and reflection including retreat opportunities.
  •   Establish networks and communication with other local ministry programs including those at Saint Mary’s College, the University of Notre Dame and the Diocese of Fort Wayne / South Bend.
  •   Draft, administer and efficiently manage an annual budget for the Office of Campus Ministry.
  •   Responsible for the development and communication of a strategic direction for the department of Campus Ministry.
  •   Facilitate ongoing integration of the spiritual development of students with their intellectual, physical, and social development.

The Following programs are under the leadership and oversight of the Director:

  1. Spes Unica Retreats (1 per semester)
  2. Sunday and Weekday Mass Liturgical Planning
  3. Eucharistic Adoration
  4. General Saint/Feast Days
  5. Interdepartmental Events
  6. Mission Team Faith Community
  7. RCIA and Sacramental Prep
  8. Coordinate Saints for Life and Saint Vincent DePaul Clubs
  9. Sophomore Anchor Day Experience
  10. Fall, spring, and summer break pilgrimage/service experiences
  11. Summer program coordination; Saints & Scholars, Cross & Anchor

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Master of Divinity or related Master’s degree with equivalent job experience in campus ministry
  • Must be committed, practicing Catholic
  • Must possess understanding of the Church’s formal teachings, e.g. through some form of theological training
  • Ability to demonstrate an openness and tolerance of other beliefs
  • Ability to exercise patience and understanding with those currently rejecting a Christian response while holding out to them a positive message of hope and welcome.
  • Must possess a visibly, strong sense of personal ministry, prayerfulness, and spirituality
  • Excellent listening skills and ability to be cognizant of and responsive to the needs of others
  • Experience in pastoral counseling preferred
  • Skilled in team formation
  • Ability to be flexible, adaptive, and always open to a growing and expanding role for Christian ministry.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning either the college or employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter, and names and contact information for three references to [email protected].  Position Open until filled.

Department: Humanities
Reports to Supervisor: Program Director of Visual Arts
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule: This is a full-time faculty position to begin July 2023.

Purpose: The Assistant/Associate Professor of Fine Arts is a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Humanities. Responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours of undergraduate courses in the Visual Arts program – Graphic Design Track, and other areas if qualified. As with all Holy Cross College personnel, faculty members share the responsibility of enhancing the Catholic, Holy Cross learning experience for all students.

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty, and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Teach a range of Graphic Design related courses in the Visual Arts program – Graphic Design Track, and other areas if qualified.
  • Contribute to the ongoing curricular improvement of the Visual Arts program, including assessment, recruitment, and accreditation.
  • Participate in the life of the College by serving on administrative committees and attending important events, such as Welcome Weekend, Matriculation Ceremony, Opening Mass, Faculty-Staff Convocation, Honors Convocation, Baccalaureate Mass, and Commencement.
  • Other responsibilities may be assigned to meet the needs of the Visual Arts program, the Department of Humanities, and the College.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Master of Fine Arts degree or a terminal degree in a related field of study.
  • Understanding of industry standards and programs in Graphic Design, including the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, etc.).
  • Ability to teach Graphic Design courses using the Adobe Creative Suite programs listed above, or the ability to learn how.
  • Some of the courses to be taught, may include Graphic Design (I, II, III, & IV), Web Design, Typography, Digital Illustration, Animation, and 3D Modeling. Candidate must be able to teach Graphic Design, Web Design, and Typography, and be open to learning any new design programs as necessary.
  • Previous college teaching experience preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
  • Positive work experience in a Catholic college environment is preferred.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit curriculum vitae, cover letter and three references (names and contact information) via email to Human Resources [email protected]. Position open until filled.

Department: Office of Student Success
Reports to Supervisor: Director of Student Success
FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

Typical Schedule:  Full time staff position M-F with some teaching responsibilities.

Purpose: This position will serve as a part of the College’s Student Success team through providing access to resources and opportunities to all students looking to discern and prepare for their professional career or graduate studies upon completion of their College degree. This position will manage all aspects of the College’s Career Development operations including serving as the instructor of record for IDST-400 Professional Internship course.

Essential Job Duties:

  • All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.
  • Serve as student point of contact for IDST-400 Professional Internship and coordination of all programming, mentoring, and grading activities associated with course administration.
  • Maintain and promote Handshake, PathwayU, SkillSurvey, and the Career Development MOODLE and College website resources.
  • Promote and follow up with students pursuing post-graduation opportunities/pathways and support the collection of first-destination details for recent graduates.
  • Act as primary point of contact with off-campus program partners to ensure all standards are met and maintained.
  • Regularly communicate with all students eligible to enroll in IDST-400 Professional Internship and their faculty advisors to coordinate opportunities for students to enroll in meaningful work-learn experiences in their chosen community.
  • Support students in securing off-campus Federal Work Study positions with regional non-profit partners.
  • Collaborate with College Relations to promote, coordinate, and execute on and off campus activities that promote regional awareness and alumni engagement.
  • Assist in organizing and operationalizing helpful activities for students such as job/career fairs, on-campus recruiting, workshops, seminars, vocation retreats, scholarly conferences, speaker series, etc.
  • Provide career planning assistance through appointments with individuals, online assistance, and regularly scheduled workshops with groups.
  • Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with students, alumni, faculty, employers, and the public.
  • Assist students with resume writing, interviewing techniques, and job search strategies.
  • Assist in the development of a budget, supervise expenditures, and maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a pertinent field is required, Masters preferred.
  • A desire to embrace and enhance the Catholic, Holy Cross mission of the college.
  • Must possess the mentality of a coach and mentor, praising and criticizing as appropriate, always working for the development and well-being of the student.
  • Experience in career services and student development preferred.
  • Comfort with learning information technology such as web-based research and assessment tools.
  • Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and creatively to solve problems and create innovative programs.
  • Excellent leadership and organizational ability.
  • A keen interest in the collaboration of academic affairs, student affairs and the local community.
  • An understanding and enthusiasm for the practical applications of a liberal arts education.
  • NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning either the college or employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter, and names and contact information for three references to [email protected]. Position Open until filled.

A few notes on submissions

Only submissions to the posted positions will be considered—we do not maintain a database of resumes for future postings.

Holy Cross College educates students with the competence to see and courage to act in the Catholic intellectual tradition. We value all students and employees and welcome the variety of experiences they bring. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, military status, genetic information, or age in the administration of any of its educational programs, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, or in employment.