Staff Vacancies

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

• Groundskeeper
• Building services/custodian

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

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

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

Title: Program Assistant
Supervisors: Director of Alumni Relations and Director of Career & Calling
Department: Alumni Relations/Career & Calling

Position summary

Connects constituents in person or by phone with campus offices and services. Assists Alumni and Career offices with day-to-day operations and planning and implementing communication strategies and events.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Training:

• Bachelor's degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Knowledge of Ouachita’s curricular and extracurricular programs
• Excellent communication skills: oral, written and interpersonal
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Strong organizational skills
• Must have a strong sense of hospitality
• Ability to work as part of a team and build relationships with multiple internal and external constituents
• Ability to multi-task and maintain focus with many interruptions
• Proven ability to use technology, social media, and Excel; analyze data; and manage projects

Physical Requirements:

Medium physical work. Stooping; standing; walking; lifting; talking; hearing. Repetitive motions. Close visual acuity.

Christian Commitment:

• Demonstrates a growing Christian faith and models Christ-like character, integrity, and service
• Integrates a love of God and a love of learning by connecting biblical faith with professional responsibilities
• Treats others with dignity as image-bearers of God
• Participates actively in a local church and desires to engage with the spiritual life of the Ouachita community

Essential Functions

• Greet alumni, current students, prospective families and guests as they enter Cone-Bottoms Hall and serve as overseer of the university main phone line
• Answer general inquiries by phone and e-mail and route to the appropriate person
• Serve as the office manager for both areas, including but not limited to supervising student workers, maintaining office supply inventory, etc.
• Assist in planning and execution of events and internal and external communication, including social media
• Address needs related to both offices for current students and on-campus organizations
• Coordinate production schedules as liaison to the Office of Communications and Marketing
• Review and edit student resumes, cover letters and other application materials
• Schedule on-campus interviews and recruiter visits
• Manage obituary and class note submissions for publication in the Ouachita Circle
• Maintain accurate records for the alumni and employer databases
• Other duties as assigned

Start date

The position is available immediately. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

To apply

Interested applicants should submit the Ouachita Baptist University staff application form along with a current resume to:

Adam Wheat, Director of Career & Calling at [email protected]