Employment Opportunities at Mercyhurst

The Activities and Spirit Coordinator creates activities and spirit on campus through the advisement of the Multicultural/Student Activities Council (MAC/SAC), management of Recognized Clubs and Organizations (RSCOs), Intramurals, and the Mascot program, as well as provides leadership to staff and student leaders to design and implement initiatives, which take place on campus, working under the general supervision of the Director of Campus Involvement. Responsibilities include advising the Multicultural Student Activities Council (MAC/SAC) and aiding in the planning and implementation of cultural, educational, social, and spirit events, including adherence to budget and organization policies and procedures; assisting in implementing year-round training for the MAC/SAC leadership team; supervising MAC/SAC activities to oversee facility usage, policy adherence, and problem resolution; meeting weekly with MAC/SAC Programming Board & MAC/SAC chairs; overseeing recruitment and training of all student mascots and assessment of performance; establishing and maintaining the consistency and history of Luke the Laker; promoting spirit, engagement, and connection to a wide variety of university and community programming; maintaining confidentiality of student mascot identities; seeking out opportunities for appearances of the mascot both on and off campus; managing the mascot’s calendar of appearances and all aspects of caring for the mascot suit; supervising and managing RSCOs, including applications, program monitoring, and transition processes; overseeing RSCO funding processes with Student Government representatives; organizing and managing fall and spring Campus Involvement fairs; creating monthly informational newsletter sent to RSCO presidents and advisors; hosting training workshops for all RSCOs and advisors; assisting in managing the student engagement platform, Laker Launchpad; planning, implementing, and managing the Intramural program, including but not limited to sport selection, promotion, regulation, and training; supervising and training the Intramural staff; managing IMLeagues and team formation, sign-ups, and payment; managing yearly intramural budget rendered from sign-up fees; managing inventory and the care of all intramural equipment; serving as the point person for the @HurstCampusLife Instagram page, Campus Involvement Hub pages, and other media-related presence of the Campus Involvement Center; collaborating with the campus community to develop a social media calendar of curated and new content; managing posting requests from other university and community entities; actively contributing to the Campus Involvement team by participating in meetings, retreats, trainings, and supporting major programs and events; assisting in the coordination and implementation of Laker Launch Days and New Student Welcome; working directly with Athletics to increase school spirit and morale at Mercyhurst; developing and maintaining effective networking with other educational and professional organizations regarding relevant professional issues; and serving on other campus committees as deemed appropriate. Learn more about this opportunity via the Activities and Spirit Coordinator position summary.

The Admissions Counselor's responsibilities include traveling extensively for recruitment (minimum of 12 weeks) and managing a geographic territory; conducting oral presentations about Mercyhurst to a variety of constituents, including prospective students and parents, school counselors, and college personnel; reviewing applications and scholarship considerations; developing and maintaining individual recruitment files/records; telemarketing and social media initiatives with prospective students; assisting prospective students with admission and financial aid; awarding financial aid to prospective students; participating in on-campus and regional college events; working weeknights and weekends as needed; independently managing admission initiatives; as well as performing other duties as assigned by director. Learn more about this opportunity via the Admissions Counselor position summary.

Bus Drivers safely operate a passenger bus or van that transports athletes and other approved persons to and from athletic events or other designated locations while adhering promptly to time schedules. Responsible for the preparation of records and basic reports on routine maintenance, mechanical malfunction, accidents, and/or incidents with buses and/or equipment. Part-time position. Learn more about this opportunity via the Bus Driver position summary.

The Director of Advancement Services oversees gift accounting, recording, receipting, and preparation of various giving reports. They also collaborate with other members of the Advancement team and serve as liaison to the Finance Office, Office of the President, and other units across campus to provide gift and compliance reports. Responsibilities include overseeing data management for Advancement Information System (Ellucian Colleague), including biographical records management of all alumni and donor records, gift processing management, and fundraising/campaign reporting; reviewing and developing Advancement services program to support increased fundraising activity through development of strategic policies, processes, and procedures; assisting in campaign planning, managing activities in the areas of analysis and key metrics, and building a robust donor prospect pool; providing support to the university Advancement staff by overseeing or assisting with the creation and distribution of reports and constituent lists; ensuring staff is trained in the proper use of the database, by developing and implementing policies to guide data entry; leading the exploration and implementation of Raiser’s Edge database; serving as a liaison between Information Technology and the division of university Advancement; overseeing gift processing, including all donations, pledges, acknowledgements, and necessary reports; interfacing with the Finance department on audit reporting, reconciling monthly giving income and reports for the Board of Trustees; reviewing, interpreting, and advising staff of policies and procedures; being responsible for documentation and regular updates to procedures manual; overseeing the creational of statistical visualizations, using Tableau and/or Power BI or similar software; overseeing and maintaining online giving forms on GiveCampus and/or NetCommunity; overseeing and managing the data imports of new constituents into CRM; as well as coordinating and overseeing the maintenance of physical and digital file back-ups. Learn more about this opportunity via the Director of Advancement Services position summary.

The Executive Director of Intelligence Studies' responsibilities include adepting at networking and connecting the department, faculty, and students with leaders in the field, ideally through a strong and developed professional network; providing executive support to the Intelligence Studies Department, in coordination with the chair of the department and the department’s online educational coordinator, who oversee the daily academic functions of the program; providing leadership and strategic planning for course programming and curriculum that aligns with the vision and mission of the university and reflects the highest standards of the intelligence field; working with the department chair and online educational coordinator to identify potential faculty and staff to teach within the program, as well as educational and professional training opportunities that can be developed by the department for the intelligence community; developing and leading external student recruitment initiatives; developing opportunities to increase the department’s global reputation and engagement through new initiatives, such as the creation of professional training programs, partnerships with international institutions and companies, student study abroad initiatives, and the creation of professional conferences and workshops; cultivating and increasing relationships with alumni and external partners, including the pursuit of external funding and grant opportunities; teaching no more than two classes per year, as needed, in coordination with department needs and executive director responsibilities; collaborating with Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and the Office of Advancement on the creation of an advisory board for the Intelligence Studies program, consisting of alumni and leaders in the intelligence community; and working with the Director of Operations for the Center for Intelligence Research and Analysis and Training (CIRAT). In working with CIRAT, the Executive Director will provide leadership and support on various projects as needed, including working directly with student analysts, providing any necessary training and oversight. Learn more about this opportunity via the Executive Director of Intelligence Studies position summary.

The Graphic Designer creates visual content and assists with other design initiatives for the university and its various constituencies, including student recruitment and Admissions, University Advancement, and performing arts programming. Responsibilities include creating and completing of print and digital advertising materials and other projects that follow University branding guidelines and further Marketing objectives and strategic plans; maintaining the university’s visual assets and assists with event photography, portraiture, short video production for use with digital and print advertising, organic social media, and other initiatives; developing on-brand visual content for Marketing print and digital initiatives and publications, including brochures, postcards, advertisements, graphics, email design, posters, photos/images, and other media; overseeing project conception, layout, design, and generates original ideas, as well as translates the ideas of others into deliverables; working with a variety of internal departments to brainstorm innovative campaigns and tactics that will drive admissions, fundraising, and other University-wide goals; helping maintain the University-wide branding standards and ensures campus-wide compliance with proper branding standards; staying current on technology and interactive marketing trends; helping with photography initiatives, including staff portraits and photos of campus and University events; preparing accurate and efficient design files to produce final electronic files for prepress and printing; preparing leadership and representation to various strategic committees and taskforces, with respect to specific communications and/or public relations programs, projects, and issues; and overseeing student workers/interns on a variety of Marketing projects. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graphic Designer position summary.

The Network & Telecommunications Administrator plays a crucial role in maintaining, managing, and optimizing our campus-wide network and telecommunications infrastructure, as well as ensuring seamless connectivity for faculty, staff, and students across multiple buildings and locations, supporting the institution's academic and administrative functions. Responsibilities include network maintenance and monitoring, network security, network infrastructure management, telecommunications system administration, user support and training, documentation and compliance, as well as collaboration and communication. Learn more about this opportunity via the Network and Telecommunications Administrator position summary.

The Office Manager of the Health and Counseling Center provides secretarial, clerical, and administrative support to ensure that the Cohen Health Center and the Counseling Center provide services that are effective, efficient, and customer-friendly. Responsibilities include telephone responsibilities, including answering all lines for the Health and Counseling centers, notifying appropriate health team personnel of various student complaints and situations, and providing immediate notification of team members when a student appears to be in crisis or considerable distress; scheduling Health and Counseling Center appointments and following-up with appointment changes and reschedules; providing taxi vouchers as indicated; preparing student charts for healthcare provider visits and maintaining organized patient files; assisting consulting psychiatrist with appointment reminders and chart organization; maintaining statistics throughout the term of various types of visits and services received by students; organizing and supervising work study student schedules and activities; ordering medical and office supplies from various vendors, maintaining competitive pricing, working with the healthcare team to ensure that necessary supplies are on hand as needed throughout the year; working with Stericycle and the internal team to ensure Stericycle policies are followed for the disposal of hazardous biological waste; opening and distributing mail; general secretarial duties, including typing, word processing, and filing; reviewing and entering freshmen and transfer students' health history forms into the Datatel system; contacting incoming students to ensure completion of all necessary forms; maintaining daily communication with the director, physicians, nursing, and therapy staff, and responding in a timely manner to departmental needs; and assisting with the general needs and other duties of the department as directed by the director. Learn more about this opportunity via the Office Manager of the Health and Counseling Center position summary.

The Registered Nurse – Per Diem provides primary health care to university students within the accepted professional nursing standards and protocols approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and covers temporary gaps in nursing coverage at the Health Center. Their responsibilities include devising, implementing, and evaluating care plans using sound clinical judgment based on assessment of the student's physical, psychological, emotional, social, and environmental needs; consulting with center physicians in accordance with professional standards and is consistent with developing and maintaining a cohesive clinical team; conducting physical assessment, nursing diagnosis, and treatment (including prescriptive medicine) per standing medical orders; educating students about diagnosis, treatment, medical condition, and preventive measures that help promote health; assessing real and or potential health hazards relating to current health status, including analysis of risky behaviors that cause impact on health status; documenting in charts utilizing clear, concise language, noting the reason for a student visit, the objective findings upon examination, the assessment of the problem, and plan for treatment with follow up of care as needed; keeping the executive director informed of pertinent clinical issues, safety concerns, relevant parental concerns, or other issues affecting campus or individual student safety, physician practice, or ability to practice procedures as defined; provided students sign specific releases, providing information to parents concerned with their student’s health status; providing courtesy, compassion, and hospitality to all students in a manner consistent with a “student first” approach; demonstrating sensitivity and respect to students from diverse backgrounds and identities; and assisting with other campus health center functions as indicated; this involves but is not limited to activities such as assisting with vaccine clinics, providing allergy shots, and reviewing preadmission health history forms. Responsibilities also include showing evidence of professional growth, including earning the continuing education credits required to maintain professional licensure. Learn more about this opportunity via the Registered Nurse – Per Diem position summary.

The Registered Nurse – PT provides primary health care to the university students within the accepted professional nursing standards and protocols approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Responsibilities include devising, implementing, and evaluating care plans using sound clinical judgment based on assessment of the student's physical, psychological, emotional, social, and environmental needs; consulting with center physicians in accordance with professional standards and consistent with developing and maintaining a cohesive clinical team; conducting physical assessment, nursing diagnosis, and treatment (including prescriptive medicine) per standing medical orders; educating students about diagnosis, treatment, or medical condition, as well as preventive measures that help promote health; assessing real and or potential health hazards relating to current health status, including analysis of risky behaviors that cause an impact on health status; documenting in charts utilizing clear, concise language noting the reason for a student visit, the objective findings upon examination, the assessment of the problem, and plan for treatment with follow up of care as needed; keeping the Executive Director informed of pertinent clinical issues, safety concerns, relevant parental concerns, or other issues affecting campus or individual student safety, physician practice, or ability to practice procedures as defined, providing information to parents concerned with their student’s health status, provided a student signs a specific release; providing courtesy, compassion, and hospitality to all students in a manner consistent with a “student first” approach; demonstrating sensitivity and respect to students from diverse backgrounds and identities; coordinating and participating in the Campus Flu Vaccine program and other preventative health events as indicated; administering TB tests, reviewing health forms, and coordinating physicals for multiple undergraduate and graduate degree programs; acting as a liaison with the faculty of the graduate Physician’s Assistant program; acting as a resource and educator regarding health issues to the campus community; assisting with the development of policies and protocols; participating in professional quality assurance programs within the center and evaluates outcomes of nursing care; showing evidence of professional growth, including earning the continuing education credits required to maintain professional licensure; and assisting with the department's general needs and other duties as directed by the Director, including selecting/ordering medical and educational supplies. Learn more about this opportunity via the Registered Nurse – PT position summary.

The Assistant Professor of Biology instructs a wide range of undergraduate courses in biology for both science and non-science majors at the introductory and upper levels. Responsibilities include developing specialty courses in areas of expertise, which may include but are not limited to aquatic biology, ecotoxicology, parasitology, restoration ecology, and/or wildlife/fisheries management, as well as engaging in scholarly research, particularly involving undergraduate students, and participating in academic advising and service to the department, school, and university. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Professor of Biology position summary. 

The Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education's responsibilities include teaching various undergraduate Early Childhood education courses; working with professional partners, engaging with student professional development opportunities; supervising clinical experiences, including embedded field experiences; performing an equivalent of 24 teaching load credits for combined fall and spring semesters; engaging in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria; providing services to the department, university, and profession; as well as conducting supplemental instructional activities, such as independent studies/tutorials, internships, advising, and clinical experience supervision. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education position summary. 

The Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering works effectively with others in a collegial environment and is dedicated to student-centered learning/prepared to instruct a wide range of undergraduate courses in physics and pre-engineering for both science and non-science majors at the introductory and upper levels. Responsibilities include teaching introductory and upper-division physics and pre-engineering undergraduate courses; pursuing teaching excellence; engaging in scholarly research, particularly involving undergraduate students; and participating in academic advising and service to the department, school, and university. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering position summary. 

The Assistant Professor of Special Education's responsibilities include teaching various undergraduate and possible graduate special education courses; working with professional partners on ongoing grants and contracts; engaging with student professional development opportunities; supervising clinical experiences, including embedded field experiences; performing an equivalent of 24 teaching load credits for combined fall and spring semesters; engaging in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria; providing services to the department, university, and profession; as well as conducting supplemental instructional activities, such as independent studies/tutorials, internships, advising, and clinical experience supervision. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Professor of Special Education position summary. 

The Interior Design and Architecture Faculty & Program Director's knowledge, skills, and abilities include being able to function well in a technological environment with experience or proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite, as well as teaching courses in the following areas: 2D and 3D manual drafting/sketching, building systems and technologies, color and light, computer-aided drafting and design, foundational through upper-level interior design studios, history of interior design and architecture, human factors, manual and digital rendering and presentation techniques; materials, systems, technologies, and specifications; as well as sustainability. Learn more about this opportunity via the Interior Design and Architecture Faculty & Program Director position summary.

Mercyhurst University seeks a part-time instructor of Spanish for 2023-24, with the potential for renewal. Candidates should hold an MA or Ph.D. in Spanish or Second Language Acquisition and have near-native proficiency in the language as well as a record of teaching excellence. The part-time contract (6 courses) includes teaching six courses of introductory and intermediate Spanish, with the ability to develop an upper-level Spanish course in areas of interest. Learn more about this opportunity via the Part-Time Instructor of Spanish position summary. 

The Assistant Coach Rowing assists the head rowing coach in leading our nationally competitive NCAA DI Women’s rowing and Men’s IRA rowing programs. Responsibilities include administering all phases of an intercollegiate rowing program. This includes managing team travel, including accommodation, meals, and where necessary help with the transportation of equipment to regattas; instructing on-the-water skills and facilitating practices per the head coaches' instructions; running land practice, which may include running, erging, weightlifting, or skill instruction as designated by the head coach; training and preparing crews for racing at regattas; basic rigging and maintaining of the rowing shells, boathouse, and land facilities as directed by the head coach; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; communicating with Strength and Conditioning on scheduling and programming; assisting with fundraising activities; assisting the head coach with general program administration, including athlete compliance and compiling of workout data; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling, and attendance; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; representing Mercyhurst University and the rowing program in a professional manner; and performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Coach Rowing position summary.

In conjunction with the Director of Athletic Training Services, develop, coordinate, and administer a comprehensive sports medicine program for Mercyhurst University intercollegiate sports and provide professional and administrative services necessary for the implementation and expansion of such a program. Responsibilities include providing sports medicine services for Mercyhurst University, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling for student-athletes; providing athletic training services for the university’s athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices, as well as home and away competitions as necessary; hiring, training, mentoring, and supervising athletic trainers in conjunction with the Director of Athletic Training Services and help from the university’s athletic training staff; scheduling and coordinating athletic training staff for coverage of all team practices and athletic competitions; coordinating and scheduling physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete; overseeing routine and annual cleaning, as well as sanitization of Athletic Training Facilities; coordinating, scheduling, and performing testing with student-athletes; to include, but not limited to: Drug Testing and Sickle Cell Screening; referring injuries to the Student Health Office or cognizant Medical Center unit and interfacing directly with medical personnel in the treatment of students; and compiling and maintaining injury documentation and statistical records of team injuries for the Athletic Department. Learn more about this opportunity via the Director of Athletic Training Services position summary. 

The Coordinator of Athletic Facility Maintenance oversees the maintenance and upkeep of the Mercyhurst Ice Center, Mercyhurst Athletic Center, and athletic fields. Responsibilities include maintaining the various venues' playing surfaces and surrounding areas and performing on all machinery, facilities, offices, and locker rooms. Responsibilities include repairing any breakage or damages that occur in the Ice Center, Athletic Center, athletic fields, and any other athletic building/office; installing/maintaining various fixtures and hardware such as doors, windows, minor appliances, office equipment, etc. in the Ice Center, Athletic Center, athletic fields, and any other athletic building/office; maintaining the outdoor fields, including routine turf maintenance, turf repairs, landscaping (including mowing, string trimming, etc.) of the surrounding areas and plowing snow; shoveling and salting sidewalks and exits to maintain safe entrance and egress as needed; putting up and taking down the portable baseball and softball fences as needed; assisting the housekeeping staff, when necessary, with routine building cleaning (collecting garbage, mopping for clean ups, cleaning rest rooms, cleaning benches etc.), especially before, during, and after events; being responsible for the collection of garbage at outdoor fields; coordinating and staffing night/weekend Zamboni operators within the department budget; opening and closing the Mercyhurst Ice Center and at times the Mercyhurst Athletic Center and/or Saxon Stadium as needed; and assisting the director of Ice Center maintenance to put down, take out, maintain, and repair a quality ice surface. Learn more about this opportunity via the Coordinator of Athletic Facility Maintenance position summary.

The Head Cheerleading Coach is responsible for building and maintaining the Club Cheerleading program consistent with all the goals of Mercyhurst University and the policies and procedures outlined in the Athletic Department Handbook. Responsibilities include overseeing and managing the cheerleading squad through practices, game days, and competitions; ensuring that all relevant Mercyhurst University, NEC, NCAA and any other governing body rules and regulations are followed (including, but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress); ensuring compliance with Mercyhurst University, NEC, NCAA and any other governing body rules by student-athletes and sport-related staff; directing and managing the Cheerleading program recruiting efforts of prospective student-athletes to include the following: maintain minimum roster as established by the director of athletics, maintain a database of recruits, host on campus visits, initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, and mailings; working with Admissions/Student Financial Services as it relates to financial aid for recruits, as well as campus tours and other recruiting needs; appropriately managing the overall Cheerleading program and any memberships related to leagues and competitions, including coach’s certifications where applicable; managing the cheerleading program budget, including expenses related to team travel, team equipment, fundraising, and other items; participating in fundraising, community service, and engagement programs, assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics; promoting the academic success of student-athletes through support and encouragement of the resources available, including Writing Center, Tutoring, Math Lab, etc.; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; promoting a positive image of the university through participation in community and professional organizations; remaining competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses; contributing to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Learn more about this opportunity via the Head Cheerleading Coach position summary.

The Head Coach of Women's Flag Football develops, promotes, and supervises all facets of the Flag Football team. Responsibilities include obtaining advanced knowledge of Flag Football that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or playing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience; ensuring that all relevant Mercyhurst University, NEC, and NCAA rules and regulations are followed (including, but not limited to student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress); ensuring compliance with Mercyhurst University, NEC, and NCAA rules by student-athletes and sport-related staff; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling and attendance; teaching fundamental flag football skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and game plans for both championship and non-championship seasons; preparing, managing, and maximizing program operating budget with established fundraising goals; providing leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes; directing and managing the Flag Football program recruiting efforts of prospective student-athletes to include the following: maintain a database, observe practices and games, host on campus visits, initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, and mailings; ordering and maintaining appropriate uniforms, equipment, and supplies; coordinating team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; establishing a positive relationship with the media; establishing, maintaining, and being responsive to community and programmatic contacts; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; participating in fundraising, community service, and engagement programs, assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics; leading efforts to enhance the overall student-athlete experience; seeking out and taking advantage of opportunities to serve on sport-related committees. Learn more about this opportunity via the Head Coach of Women's Flag Football position summary.

Track and Field Head Coach – Men’s and Women’s administers all phases of an intercollegiate track and field program. Responsibilities include obtaining advanced knowledge of throws, jumps, distance, sprints, and hurdles that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or playing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience; ensuring that all relevant Mercyhurst University and NCAA rules and regulations are followed, including but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress; ensuring compliance with Mercyhurst University and NCAA rules by student-athletes and sport-related staff; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling, and attendance; teaching fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and competition plans for both indoor and outdoor seasons; preparing, managing, and maximizing program operating budget with established fundraising goals; providing leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes; directing and managing the Track and Field program recruiting efforts of prospective student-athletes to include the following: maintain a database, host on-campus visits, initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, and mailings; selecting, supervising, and evaluating the performance of assistant coaches; ordering and maintaining appropriate uniforms, equipment, and supplies; managing team travel: including accommodation, meals, and the transportation of equipment to meets; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; establishing a positive relationship with the media; establishing, maintaining, and being responsive to community and programmatic contacts; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; participating in fundraising, community service, and engagement programs, assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics; leading efforts to enhance the overall student-athlete experience; and seeking out and taking advantage of opportunities to serve on sport-related committees. Learn more about this opportunity via the Track and Field Head Coach - Men's and Women's position summary.

The Zamboni Driver operates/drives an ice resurfacing machine (Zamboni) correctly and safely to ensure and maintain acceptable ice conditions, as well as helping renters as needed and maintaining it. Responsibilities include capably operating the Zamboni machine; putting down, maintaining, and repairing a quality ice surface; opening and closing the Ice Center; assisting the patrons using the Ice Center when necessary; seeing to the repair of any breakage or damages that occur in the Ice Center, that are of an emergency nature; keeping the Ice Center and locker rooms clean, especially in circumstances that not doing so would reflect badly on the general impression of the rink to a renter; shoveling and salting sidewalks and exits to maintain safe entrance and egress as needed; performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Learn more about this opportunity via the Zamboni Driver position summary.

The Special Education Teacher collaborates with the Autism Support Initiative Program Director/Clinical Supervisor and district administration to lead a team of Graduate Assistant Instructional Technicians in the provision of evidence-based special education services contracted with a Local Educational Agency (LEA). Responsibilities include serving as the leader of the students and staff in their respective classroom; providing evidence-based instruction, behavioral supports, and progress monitoring for students; being responsible for the moment-to-moment welfare, safety, and education of the students in the classroom; developing and maintaining the classroom’s schedule; submitting weekly lesson plans, as well as providing curricular programming changes and supports to all students in a timely manner using data-informed decisions; developing and implementing IEP; delegating staff resources within the classroom, and consulting with the clinical supervisor during regularly scheduled meetings or whenever necessary. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Autism Support Initiative Special Education Teacher position summary. 

Mercyhurst University is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our Graduate Assistant Golf Coach/Athletic Administration Assistant position. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and coaching members of the Golf Program; driving club sports teams to/from competitions and practices as needed; assisting athletic administration with projects and gameday administration as needed; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class-scheduling, and attendance; coordinating team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; assisting in fundraising efforts; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; and representing Mercyhurst University and the Golf Program in a professional manner. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Golf/Athletic Administration position summary.

The Special Education Instructional Technician collaborates with the Autism Support Initiative Program Director/Clinical Supervisor, Graduate Assistant Special Education Teacher, and other Graduate Assistant Instructional Technicians in the provision of evidence-based special education services contracted with a Local Educational Agency (LEA). Responsibilities include providing skill instruction to all students and assisting with curricular programming/development; collecting, graphing, and analyzing student behavioral and academic data; assisting with meeting children’s personal and healthcare needs, as necessary; and assisting the special education teacher with materials preparation and the ongoing operation of the classroom. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Special Education Instructional Technician position summary. 

Mercyhurst University is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning position. Responsibilities include working closely with the director of strength and conditioning to design and implement strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports; assisting with the program implementation of all sports and campus Rec Center operations when needed, as well as in equipment maintenance; providing instruction for safe and effective lifting techniques and equipment use; supervising day-to-day activities, conducting periodic performance and strength testing; communicating professionally regularly with sports coaches and sports medicine personnel; and complying with all NCAA and university rules and regulations. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Strength and Conditioning position summary. 

Mercyhurst University is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our Graduate Assistant Coach/Athletic Administration Assistant position. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and coaching members of the Tennis Program; driving club sports teams to/from competition and practices; assisting athletic administration with projects and gameday administration as needed and in fundraising efforts; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class-scheduling, and attendance; coordinating team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; and representing Mercyhurst University and the Tennis Program in a professional manner. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Tennis/Athletic Administration position summary.