Currrent Openings
Listed below are summaries of the responsibilities of positions available at Gardner-Webb University. These are summaries only and are not job descriptions. Unless otherwise noted, positions are open until filled. To find out more about the vacancies, please contact either Scott White, Director of Human Resources, or Frances Sizemore, Associate Director of Human Resources. Gardner-Webb University maintains a policy of non-discrimination. No aspect of employment will be influenced by race, color, sex, national origin, veteran status, handicap, or any other basis prohibited by statute.
Staff Positions
Gardner-Webb University is seeking person to fill the position of Undergraduate Admissions Counselor. This position is responsible for recruiting students to attend Gardner-Webb University by making presentations, using telemarketing to follow-up, scheduling visits, and generally encouraging prospective students to attend Gardner-Webb University.
The successful candidate will possess outstanding communication skills, the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and the ability to manage detailed tasks. A Gardner-Webb University graduate is preferred. The position requires some night and weekend work as well as travel.
Interested persons should contact Scott White at swhite@gardner-webb.edu.
GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY
Assistant Vice President for Development for Academic Schools
January 2007
Responsibilities:
1. The main responsibility of this position is to create and execute development plans for major and leadership gift ($25,000 and above) prospects to financially support Gardner-Webb University through current (cash) giving, deferred gifts, gifts in kind, and multi-year pledges. The creation and execution of a development plan for a prospect includes research, cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship.
2. The Assistant Vice President for Development will have significant fundraising responsibility and an annual goal for visits, asks, and successful asks, developed in conjunction with the President, Vice President for Development, in context with the entire University fundraising effort.
3. The Assistant Vice President will assist the Capital Campaign Steering Committee (to be formed in 2007) by being assigned prospects to review and manage. This position will also cooperate with the Committee in various leadership roles and appropriately leverage committee resources to ensure a successful multiyear development campaign.
4. This position will work closely with the deans and department heads of the various schools and departments to accurately represent their academic areas and needs to development prospects. The successful Assistant Vice President for Development will also attempt to utilize the networks, energy, ideas, and area resources that each dean and chair possess.
5. The Assistant Vice President for Development will participate in the major gift moves management system by completing written contact reports on prospects, communicate and involve the Vice President and President in the formulation of development strategies and solicitations.
6. This position will research and find prospects for the major gift process as well as accept prospect assignments.
7. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
1. 5+ years of experience with annual giving and major gifts fundraising.
2. Bachelor’s degree required, Masters preferred.
3. Ability to travel frequently. Some overnight travel required.
4. Ability to represent Gardner-Webb University’s Christian heritage and outlook through their personal lives by making positive contributions in the community.
For more information:
Contact: Steve Varley
Vice President for Development
Gardner-Webb University
704-974-4991 (cell)
704-406-3251 (office)
svarley@gardner-webb.edu
GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY
Assistant Vice President for Development/Major Gifts
January 2007
Responsibilities:
1. The main responsibility of this position is to create and execute development plans for major and leadership gift ($25,000 and above) prospects to financially support Gardner-Webb University through current (cash) giving, deferred gifts, gifts in kind, and multi-year pledges. The creation and execution of a development plan for a prospect includes research, cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship.
2. The Assistant Vice President for Development will have significant fundraising responsibility and an annual goal for visits, asks, and successful asks, developed in conjunction with the President, Vice President for Development, in context with the entire University fundraising effort.
3. The Assistant Vice President will assist the Capital Campaign Steering Committee (to be formed in 2007) by being assigned prospects to review and manage. This position will also cooperate with the Committee in various leadership roles and appropriately leverage committee resources to ensure a successful multiyear development campaign.
4. This position will work closely with the Vice President for Development in managing the major gifts moves management system. This includes a significant amount of data management and report creation/review to assess and analyze major gift activity on an ongoing basis.
5. This position will work closely with the Alumni Relations Office and annual campaign at Gardner-Webb to design intentional mechanisms that relate our annual campaign program to the major gift process.
6. The Assistant Vice President for Development will participate in the major gift moves management system by completing written contact reports on prospects, communicate and involve the Vice President and President in the formulation of development strategies and solicitations.
7. This position will research and find prospects for the major gift process as well as accept prospect assignments.
8. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
1. 5+ years of experience with annual giving and major gifts fundraising.
2. Bachelor’s degree required, Masters preferred.
3. Ability to travel frequently. Some overnight travel required.
4. Ability to represent Gardner-Webb University’s Christian heritage and outlook through their personal lives by making positive contributions in the community.
For more information:
Contact: Steve Varley
Vice President for Development
Gardner-Webb University
704-974-4991 (cell)
704-406-3251 (office)
svarley@gardner-webb.edu
Dean of the Graduate School
GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY invites applications for the position of Dean of the Graduate School. Qualified candidates must hold an earned terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, possess administrative experience, have a record of excellence in teaching (graduate level preferred), have research expertise, and demonstrate experience in strategic planning and assessment. The Dean of the Graduate School is responsible for administering twelve graduate programs, two of which are doctoral, as well as managing the graduate assistantship program, implementing graduate policies, serving as chair of the graduate faculty, and working with deans of schools and chairs of departments. Position includes some teaching responsibilities. The Dean of the Graduate School reports to the Associate Provost for Schools.
Gardner-Webb University is a private institution related to the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with a start date of no later than July 1, 2007. Applicants should submit a letter of application, including a statement on graduate education in a Christian environment; curriculum vitae; transcripts; and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Darlene J. Gravett; Chair, Search Committee; PO Box 997, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
Beginning August 2007, Gardner-Webb will be a 100% tobacco-free campus.
The Gardner-Webb Learning Assistance program currently seeks persons with at least 18 graduate hours in English (Master's degree preferred) and experience teaching developmental reading and writing.
Please contact Gwendolyn Turnbull, LAP Director: gturnbull@gardner-webb.edu, Box 7311, 704-406-4394.
Gardner-Webb University is seeking to fill the position of GOAL Admissions Recruiting Counselor. This position involves commuticating with a designated population and discussing information such as programs, majors, requirements, financial aid, and transcript evaluations. Responsibilities also include setting up visits to community colleges, fairs, special days and career days to promote the GOAL program of Gardner-Webb. Admission counselors are also responsible for pre-registering any student who is part of the assigned population.
Interested persons should send a resume and cover letter to Scott White, P.O. Box 997, Boiling Springs, NCn 28017 or by e-mail to swhite@gardner-webb.edu.
Beginning in August of 2007, Gardner-Webb University will become a tobacco-free campus.
Faculty Positions
Assistant Professor in Sociology
Gardner-Webb University seeks a qualified individual for a tenure track appointment as Assistant Professor in Sociology. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Sociology with the ability to teach introductory and advanced level undergraduate Sociology (including both Classical and Contemporary Sociological Theory) courses. Salary and benefits are competitive with institutions of similar size and purpose. Gardner-Webb University is a private institution related to the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system.
The university desires to fill the position before May 15, but no later than August 1, 2007. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application, résumé, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. David Yelton, P.O. Box 7204, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
Instruction Librarian
Gardner-Webb University seeks an Instruction Librarian to deliver group bibliographic instruction to students and faculty based at the main campus and remote centers; to create web tutorials and implement new technology for user education; to share reference desk service with other library faculty; and to participate in long-range planning. Reports to the Associate Dean of Libraries. Includes some in-state travel. Serves as a member of the GWU faculty, with attendant committee and other responsibilities.
SALARY: Dependent upon experience and qualifications.
SETTING: Dover Memorial Library has a staff of 14.5 (5 professionals, 2 paraprofessionals, 7.5 support staff) and more than 800,000 items, including 200,000+ book volumes. During the regular semester, we are open 85 hours per week. Gardner-Webb University is a private institution related to the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system. Beginning August 2007, Gardner-Webb will be a 100% tobacco-free campus. Our web page is located at http://www.library.gardner-webb.edu.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Must relate well to students and faculty, have a clear speaking voice and be able to effectively deliver information. Position requires a flexible, service-oriented individual with organizational skills, initiative, and a sense of collegiality. Excellent oral and written communication skills mandatory. Previous library experience strongly preferred.
APPLICATIONS: Send cover letter, resume, transcripts, and contact information for three references to: Mary Roby, Associate Dean of Libraries, Gardner-Webb University Library, P.O. Box 836, Boiling Springs, NC 28017. Inquiries regarding this position may be directed via email to: mroby@gardner-webb.edu. Review of applications will begin in April, 2007 with the expectation of filling the position by July 1, 2007 or as soon thereafter as possible.
Gardner-Webb University
School of Business
- Assistant Professor of Strategy/Business Administration
- Assistant Professor of Marketing/Management
Gardner-Webb University invites applications for tenure-track positions for the above positions beginning Fall 2006. Ph.D or D.B.A., excellent teaching credentials. ABD’s nearing completion will be considered. Ability to work in a team environment required.
Responsibilities: teach undergraduate and graduate classes in areas of concentration and other related business courses. Other responsibilities include student advising and committee assignments. Off campus/evening teaching likely.
Gardner-Webb is supported by the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs persons who participate in and wholeheartedly support the value system of the Christian Church. The University is a coeducational, residential university on a beautiful campus just outside Shelby in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.
Application: Send application letter, vita, transcripts and references to Dr. Anthony Negbenebor, Dean, School of Business, P.O. Box 7208, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
Gardner-Webb University School of Nursing
Gardner-Webb University School of Nursing – Full-time nursing faculty position to begin August 2007. Application deadline is April 25, 2007. Requirements include a master’s degree in nursing and clinical experience in medical – surgical nursing. Gardner-Webb is a private institution supported by the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system. Please submit letter of application, resume, official transcripts, and references with phone numbers to: Dr. Rebecca Beck-Little, Dean, School of Nursing, Campus Box 7268, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, North Carolina 28017.
Director of Interdisciplinary Studies
Gardner-Webb University invites applications for the position of Director of Interdisciplinary Studies. Qualified candidates must hold an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution of higher education and possess experience in curriculum development and academic program assessment. Candidates with experience in interdisciplinary learning preferred. The director will be responsible for implementing the University’s new track in interdisciplinary learning. This is a 12-month position, half administrative and half teaching. Faculty rank commensurate with experience.
Gardner-Webb University is a private institution related to the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with a start date of July 1, 2007. Submit letters of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of reference with phone numbers to Dr. James Dire, Associate Provost for Arts and Sciences, Gardner-Webb University, P. O. Box 997, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
Assistant Professor of English specializing in English education
Gardner-Webb University seeks candidates for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in English education. Responsible for coordinating English 9-12 licensure programs at undergraduate and graduate levels and related teaching duties within the English department. Expertise in teaching writing preferred; ability to teach young adult literature, grammar, and introductory linguistics also desirable.
Candidates must hold Ph.D. or Ed.D. in English education or related area; be eligible for North Carolina teaching license in English 9-12; and show evidence of strong classroom teaching, scholarship within specialization, commitment to mentoring young English teachers, and ability to guide practicing educators’ classroom research in English teaching.
Gardner-Webb University is a private institution related to the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system. Gardner-Webb seeks a higher ground in higher education—one that embraces faith and intellectual freedom, balances conviction with compassion and inspires in students a love of learning, service, and leadership. Submit letters of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of reference with phone numbers to Dr. Janet S. Land, Chair, Department of English, Gardner-Webb University, P. O. Box 7225, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
Wanted for fall semester: Persons with at least 18 graduate hours in mathematics (Master's degree preferred) to teach courses in basic mathematics concepts and to teach courses in Probability and Statistics.
Locations for the courses are Charlotte, Spruce Pine and Gastonia.
Interested persons should send a resume to cljackson@gardner-webb.edu.
Dr. Carolyn L. Jackson, Assistant Provost
College of Distance Learning and Continuing Education
Gardner-Webb University
Assistant Professor of French (tenure-track).
Fall 2007. Ph.D. required with excellent teaching credentials. ABDs nearing completion considered. Ability to work in team environment required. Responsibilities: teach all levels of undergraduate classes in language, literature, and culture. Other responsibilities: assisting in coordinating labs and Teaching Assistants, advising majors in the program, faculty and departmental committee assignments, teaching and developing online courses, and recruiting students into the program. Gardner-Webb University is a private institution supported by the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and 3 letters of reference to Dr. Tamara A. Cox, Search Committee Co-Chair, Dept. of World Languages, Box 7295, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC
28017.
Position: Assistant Professor of Spanish (tenure-track)
Institution: Gardner-Webb University
Location: North Carolina
Date posted: 12/19/2006
Gardner-Webb University
Assistant Professor of Spanish (tenure-track). Fall 2007. Ph.D. required with excellent teaching credentials. ABDs nearing completion considered. Ability to work in team environment required. Responsibilities: teach undergraduate classes in language, literature, and culture and coordinate and supervise Spanish Teaching Assistants. Other responsibilities: student advising, faculty and departmental committee assignments, and recruiting students into the program. Gardner-Webb University is a private institution supported by the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and reference letters to Dr. Charles B. Moore, Chair, Dept. of World Languages, Box 7266, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
For more information, email
swhite@gardner-webb.edu
or call (704) 406-4259