Kean University

Kean, a comprehensive university, is committed to excellence and access and to developing, maintaining and strengthening interactive ties with the community. Kean University takes pride in its continuing effort to build a multicultural professional community to serve a richly diversified student population of over 13,000. Positions are available at the Union County Campus and at Ocean County College in Toms River, NJ where indicated.

Center for Academic Success

General Education Program: Director II

Under the general direction of the Director of the Center for Academic Success, the Director of General Education organizes, plans and directs the General Education Program, including all integrated functions. The Director is responsible for placement testing; coordinating the General Education Committee; overseeing the General Education Curriculum and the Research and Technology Course; assessing the General Education Program; directing the Transition to Kean Program; and additional duties as required. The Director of General Education also serves as the Associate Director of the Center for Academic Success.

Qualifications: Master’s degree and a minimum of four years of experience in higher education as a faculty member, administrator or other related field required. Doctorate degree is preferred and may be substituted for two years of the required experience. Strong working knowledge of the undergraduate and general education curriculum is highly desirable.

Application: Please send cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Search Committee Chairperson, Director of General Education Search, Office of the Provost, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083. Review of applications will begin June 11, 2008 and continue until position is filled. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Department of Athletics

Part-Time Head Coach

Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Outdoor Track

Part-time Head Coach for men’s and women’s cross country and outdoor track reporting to the Director of Athletics with the primary responsibility for all aspects of a Division III men’s and women’s track program in the highly competitive New Jersey Athletic Conference. Salary is paid on a contractual basis and is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position is seasonal and begins September 1, 2008.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; the candidate must demonstrate previous successful college cross country and outdoor track coaching experience, college recruiting and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Computer experience is a plus.

Application: Please submit letter of application, resume and three letters of recommendation to: Mr. Glenn Hedden, Director of Athletics, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts are required.

Department of Athletics and Recreational Sports

Strength and Conditioning Coach

(Professional Services Specialist IV) Half-Time

Under the supervision of the Director, the Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for the supervision of a comprehensive fitness program for recreation, in addition to a strength and conditioning program for athletic teams. The Coach has primary responsibility for all aspects of fitness training and assists in the operation of the fitness center facility. Adherence to all University, New Jersey Athletic Conference and NCAA regulations is required. This is a half-time, twelve-month position (17.5 hours per week) that includes a flexible schedule with night and weekend hours. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience supervising a fitness center and student staff required. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. NSCA-CSCS and USAW Club Coach Certifications preferred. Computer experience is a plus.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and three letters of recommendation to: Mr. Glenn Hedden, Director of Athletics, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. The closing date for applications is September 5, 2008 (early applications encouraged). Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Department of Social Work

Child Advocacy Resource Association (CARAS)

Resource Development Specialist (Professional Services Specialist IV)

Under the supervision of the Director of the Child Advocacy Resource Association, the Resource Development Specialist is responsible for recruiting foster parents in targeted communities; developing advertisements for local print and broadcast media; planning and implementing community events designed to attract foster parents; collecting information and documents required to certify foster homes; and performing additional duties as required. This is a full-time, grant funded position and employment is contingent upon renewal of grant funds. This position requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience in social work required. Master’s degree (MSW) is preferred and can be substituted for one year of the required experience. Bilingual in Spanish required. Professional experience in foster care recruitment preferred. Excellent organizational, writing and public speaking skills are essential. A valid New Jersey driver’s license and transportation are required in order to perform essential duties of this position.

Application: Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Ms. Victoria Cerda, Director of CARAS, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

FACILITIES DEPARTMENT

Grounds Worker

Under the direction of the Associate Supervisor, Head Grounds Worker, and/or Assistant Head Grounds Worker, responsibilities include cutting grass using heavy duty machines, litter control, mulching, tree trimming, watering plants, planting, flower bed maintenance, and snow removal, with a strong focus on gardening. Responsibilities involve semiskilled physical labor and the ability to properly use all gardening equipment, materials, tools, and supplies including lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. Will attend in-service training and participate in University quality and process improvement initiatives. Position is forty (40) hours per week with variable hours, and requires a flexible schedule. Salary: $26,913.16. A comprehensive benefits package is also being offered.

Qualifications: One (1) year of grounds work experience is required. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. Experience in a university/school setting or hospital setting is preferred. HS diploma or equivalency is preferred. Candidate must have the ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period to become eligible for a permanent appointment.

Please send letter of application and resume to: Mr. Faruque Chowdhury, Office of Human Resources, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083, or fax to (908)-737-3305.

Institutional Advancement

Corporations and Foundations Development Officer (Director III)

*Search Extended and Revised*

The Division of Institutional Advancement at Kean University seeks a full-time Corporations and Foundations Development Officer to compose, package and present grant proposals to private organizations, corporations and foundations, as well as identify and solicit support from the aforementioned through site visits and documented communication. Working independently or in collaboration with faculty and the administration, the Corporations and Foundations Development Officer must be able to secure more than $1 million per year in grants.

Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, responsibilities include managing and developing grant proposals for the Kean University Foundation; managing the identification of appropriate funding sources including those not previously identified by the university; meeting externally with corporations and foundations to establish and cultivate relationships; creating project proposals in collaboration with prospective project directors regarding funding needs and ideas; developing and managing policies and procedures for grant proposals in the $25K+ range; managing presentations to corporate CEO’s and the Foundation Board of Directors; and performing additional duties as required.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in a related field preferred. Three years of experience in grant proposal writing and funding source identification is required, additional experience is preferred. Prior experience in corporate giving, fundraising, and solicitation also required. Knowledge of needs analysis, planning, and program development in the private sector is important.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Corporations and Foundations Development Officer Search, c/o Ms. Angela Mulhearn, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083 or email amulhear@kean.edu. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Previous applicants need not apply. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Institutional Advancement

Director III

*Search Extended*

Under the direction of the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the Director III will be responsible for managing and coordinating all bookkeeping and financial record keeping tasks in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal and State laws and internal control procedures for the Kean University Foundation. Responsibilities include all phases and functions of accounting: accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipts, cash disbursements, monthly journal entries, account reconciliation, payroll functions and preparation of financial statements; maintaining endowment market values, charitable gift annuity and scholarship financial records; preparing monthly project and financial reports; supervising staff; and performing additional duties as required.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field and a minimum of three years of experience in accounting related work required. Previous foundation or non-profit experience preferred. Extensive experience with Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge software and strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Director III Search, c/o Ms. Angela Mulhearn, Division of Institutional Advancement, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 or email amulhear@kean.edu. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Previous applicants need not apply. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT

Senior Development Officer (Director III)

Kean University, the third largest public university in New Jersey (13,000 students and 65,000 alumni) is seeking an experienced development professional. The university is in the leadership phase of a comprehensive capital campaign and is currently expanding the staff in preparation for the public launch in June 2007. With a number of centers of excellence and new facilities, Kean is undergoing a major transformation.

Under the direction of the Director of Individual Giving of the Kean University Foundation, the Senior Development Officer is accountable for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors capable of making significant gifts ($25,000 or more).

Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of prospects (200+) and an active cultivation, solicitation and stewardship schedule (minimum 40% time spent on visits) with prospects and donors; participating in developing appropriate prospect cultivation strategies; determining potential giving opportunities and optimal gift levels; maintaining knowledge of planned giving arrangements; managing specific special projects as required; and performing additional duties as required.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in a related field preferred. Three years of experience in a related position required, additional experience preferred. Previous experience in higher education is also preferred. Good overall computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, with knowledge of Raiser's Edge software a plus. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. Candidate must be a highly-motivated self-starter.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Senior Development Officer Search, c/o Ms. Angela Mulhearn, Division of Institutional Advancement, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 or email amulhear@kean.edu. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Liberty Hall Museum

Archivist (Program Assistant)

Under the supervision of the Curator of the Kean Center for American History, the Archivist will be responsible for collecting, cataloging, describing and digitizing the manuscript collection for Liberty Hall Museum at Kean University.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college required, preferably with a specialization in archives from an ALA-approved institution. A minimum of two years of experience in appraising, arranging and describing archival materials is preferred. Candidate must have the ability to perform physical activities associated with archival work including climbing, stretching and/or lifting. Excellent organizational skills and oral and written communication skills are essential.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Mr. Terry Golway, Curator of the Kean Center for American History, Kean University, History Department, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Office of Campus Planning

Managing Assistant Director III

Under the supervision of the Vice President of Campus Planning, the Managing Assistant Director III will create and implement a construction logistical plan to manage all construction activities for active capital projects on campus. Responsibilities include reviewing all plans and specifications at each step of the capital project delivery process; performing routine inspections during the entire construction phase for assigned projects; ensuring contractor compliance with construction documents; maintaining job site safety and cleanliness; issuing daily activity logs and weekly project progress reports; and performing additional related duties as required.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of construction field management experience with direct responsibility for both new construction and renovations on a broad range of projects required. A minimum of ten years of experience is preferred. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and stakeholder relationship skills are essential. Required knowledge and skills include the ability to read schematics, blueprints and technical manuals; technical knowledge of building components and their function; experience in the processing of all standard project management documents and logs related to construction progress; and a strong background in job site safety.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Mr. Vincent Burke, Vice President of Campus Planning, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Office of Financial Aid

Associate Director III *Search Extended*

Under the supervision of the Director of Financial Aid, the Associate Director III assists in the administration of the office and develops policies and procedures; completes surveys and reports including, but not limited to, PPA, CWS, and IPEDS; coordinates and completes Pell and TAG reconciliation reports; acts with the authority of the Director in their absence; and performs additional duties as required. This position requires a flexible schedule including night and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in a financial aid office required. Knowledge of computer programs and applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access required. Excellent customer service skills and oral and written communication skills are essential. Candidate must have knowledge of Federal and State financial aid regulations, debt management, student budgets and loan programs. Experience working with Datatel software preferred.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Mr. Luis Gonzalez, Director of Financial Aid, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Previous applicants need not apply. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Office of Financial Aid

Professional Services Specialist III

Under the supervision of the Director of Financial Aid, the Professional Services Specialist III provides students, parents and the campus community with accurate information regarding financial aid and related areas. The Professional Services Specialist III will assist with professional duties for the TEACH Grant program including counseling TEACH Grant recipients and preparing TEACH Grant surveys, reports and public relations materials; perform federal need analysis, verification and determine student award eligibility; certify federal and private educational loans; conduct entrance and exit counseling for students; and perform additional duties as required. This position requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in a financial aid office required. Knowledge of computer programs and applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access required. Excellent customer service skills and oral and written communication skills are essential. Experience working with Datatel software preferred. Bilingual in Spanish is also preferred.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Mr. Jason Chavez, Search Committee Chairperson, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Office of Financial Aid

Professional Services Specialist III

Kean@Ocean

Under the supervision of the Director of Financial Aid, the Professional Services Specialist III provides students, parents and the campus community with accurate information regarding financial aid and related areas. The Professional Services Specialist III will perform federal need analysis, verification and determine student award eligibility; certify federal and private educational loans; conduct entrance and exit counseling for students; and perform additional duties as required. This position is based at Ocean County College in Toms River, New Jersey and requires travel to the Union campus. Position also requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Financial Aid Kean@Ocean Search, c/o Ms. Alisha Flemming, Office of Student Financial Services, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

Director I *Search Extended and Revised*

Under the direction of the Vice President of Research and Graduate Studies/Dean of Nathan Weiss College, the Director of Research and Sponsored Programs manages, organizes and directs all areas of external grant funding and research support. The Director will be required to increase external funding through competitive grants in support of the University's mission to advance student learning and faculty research, and enhance in general the research and scholarly environment at the University.

The Director provides leadership in grant funding (federal, state, and local) and administers the development of all University proposals seeking external governmental funds; serves as senior research officer to enhance research activity; serves as compliance officer for research with human and animal subjects; acts as the University's oversight administrator of all sponsored programs; participates in divisional activities as requested; and performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree and five years of professional experience in writing, submitting and managing grants and funded programs (public and private) required. A Master’s degree is preferred. Candidate should be familiar with federal, state and municipal legalities and regulations that pertain to public/private funding and have experience working with colleagues from various federal, state and municipal entities. Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem solving skills are required.

Application: Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Director of Research and Sponsored Programs Search, c/o Ms. Angela Mulhearn, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 or email amulhear@kean.edu. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Previous applicants need not apply. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Office of Student Accounting

Associate Director III

Under the supervision of the Director, the Associate Director assists with the administration of the Office of Student Accounting. The Associate Director develops and implements policies and procedures; manages and oversees all technical issues related to accounts receivable and cash receipts systems and processes; provides reports to the Director; updates office manuals and the Student Accounting website; and performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of related professional experience required. Experience in computer/technical administration in an institution of higher education related to student accounting or financial aid preferred. Basic web development skills, management information systems, technical support and Datatel experience preferred. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, plus organizational, customer service and time management skills.

Application: Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Ms. Tolulope Farinu, Director of Student Accounting, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Reader

Kean University is seeking a Reader that will work with a faculty member. The Reader will read aloud to the faculty member various printed materials and/or information from a computer screen that cannot be read by the adaptive computer equipment and software. The reader does not interpret, re-word, or explain the materials. The Reader will take dictation when the adaptive computer equipment and software cannot do so.

Position is temporary and filled on a semester to semester basis. Up to a maximum of 15 hours per week.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Experience in field of Psychology and/or college level coursework in Psychology is preferred.

Application: If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter, resume, and hours of availability to Yrelys Tapanes, Benefits Administrator, Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. You may also apply via email at ytapanes@kean.edu or (fax) 908.737.3305.

Kean University is an EOE/AA Institution.