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Whittier is distinguished by its small class sizes, high-impact pedagogies, and innovative liberal arts curriculum blended with professional and pre-professional programs. It is a nationally recognized model for diversity and has no racial majority among its student body. With over 65% students of color, Whittier is designated as both an HSI and AANAPISI. Founded in 1887, it is an independent, four-year liberal arts college with about 1,700 undergraduates and is ideally situated in the scenic hills 18 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. It is an AA/EOE employer and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
Whittier College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal Law.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $47,840; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Interim Executive Director of Admission and Financial Aid Location/Department: Whittier College, Admission
None identified at this time.
Bachelor’s degree required. Effective interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to relate well to students, faculty, parents and staff are essential. Requires an organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented individual who is able to work well with enthusiasm as part of a team. Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required.
Until Filled
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA 90608. AA/EOE.
Reporting to the Interim Executive Director of Admission, the Associate Director of Admission is a senior-level position that will be responsible for helping provide leadership and direction in the Office of Admission. They will support the Interim Executive Director of Admission in all strategic planning related to policies, practices, and procedures for the Office of Admission. This position will be responsible for direct supervision of the Graduate Admission Recruiter and will devote 10% of their time to support the admission and outreach processes for the Graduate programs in education. This position could be assigned direct supervision of entry-level admission counseling staff, which includes the development and execution of a training and development program for newly hired staff. This position will lead our efforts in developing informal and formal admission recruitment partnerships and programs with community based organizations, charter school networks, and school districts to help build new first-year student pipelines. This position will also maintain all traditional admission counselor and territory management duties, including application reading, serving as counselor of the day, and recruitment travel.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $62,400; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Interim Executive Director of Admission and Financial Aid
Location/Department: Whittier College, Office of Admissions
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness presents data analysis through various means—including visualization—to the college community to support data driven decision making and institutional planning.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $75,000-$80,000; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Director of Institutional Effectiveness Location/Department: Whittier College, Institutional Effectiveness
The Associate Vice President Financial and Strategic Planning provides critical support to the senior leadership of the College regarding strategic financial forecasting and analysis of new strategic initiatives.Develops, implements and administers key financial and strategic planning processes including the annual operating budget, financial forecasts, mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and business plans. Serves as the Chief Financial and Business Officer for new ventures. Works with the President, and the Vice President, New Ventures, and key personnel across campus to develop and implement financial policies and procedures in support of new ventures. Provides strategic data analysis for key success metrics of the College. Chairs the President’s Strategic Planning Task Force. Also prepares the institution’s annual budget and forecasts.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $145,000-$155,000 annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: President (indirect to the Vice President Innovation and New Ventures) Location/Department: Whittier College Business Office
Ten years with professional level experience in financial planning and budgeting preferably in a higher education or nonprofit environment. Knowledge and experience in business operations and supervisory experience is a plus.
Knowledge of financial and strategic planning and forecasting. Good communication and exceptional problem-solving skills; develops and implements policies and procedures; meets deadlines; high attention to detail; understanding of finance, capital planning, and fund accounting. Expert skills with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software; some knowledge of MS Access and databases. Prior working experience in Ellucian Banner ERP System for Universities is a plus.
Computers and Laptops, adding machines, calculators, copiers and scanners, phones, email, chats and web platform meetings; use of Microsoft Excel, Access and Word is required. Functioning within ERP accounting systems required
Master’s in Business Administration required.
The successful candidate must be able to interact effectively with students, faculty, and staff. Under the general guidance of the Director of Campus Safety, the candidate will perform a variety of duties to ensure the safety of the College Community and campus facilities.
Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule varies Exempt/Non-Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Status: Full Time Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour.
Reports To: Campus Safety Captain Location/Department: Whittier College (main campus- Whittier, CA)/Campus Safety Department
This position is considered a Campus Security Authority.
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Associate Director of Human Resources, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA 90608. AA/AOE.
Under the supervision of the Director of Admission and working in coordination with other members of the Admission Office staff, this position is responsible for organizing and implementing the procedures and protocols for all aspects of the Campus Visit Program, which includes daily campus tours, classroom visits, the overnight host program, group visits, and the welcome reception area. This position will recruit, hire, train, and formally supervise the Admission Office student work staff.
The Campus Visit Coordinator is expected to be knowledgeable in all areas of Whittier College, in particular with admission and financial aid policies, academic opportunities, and student services. This position will be expected to effectively partner with departments throughout the college including academic divisions, athletics department, dining services, facilities and maintenance, housing and residential life, and campus safety.
The Campus Visit Coordinator will regularly work the welcome reception area where the tasks include greeting and checking-in guests, answering the main office phone, and assist in responding to the general admission and visit program email accounts. This position will engage and supervise the data entry process for all RFI cards received from prospective students. This position will give Admission Information Session presentations throughout the year and could be called to fill in as an emergency back-up tour guide. And as a member of the Events Team, this position will staff and assist in the coordination of Admission Office events that happen on and off campus.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $52,000 annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Director of Admission Location/Department: Whittier College, Admission
Reports To: Director of Clinical Practice Location/Department: Whittier College Department of Education
Additional Responsibilities
The Department of Education and Child Development has a tradition of preparing highly qualified elementary, secondary, and special education teachers. Offerings include undergraduate studies in child development, and graduate studies in elementary, secondary, and special education, including several credential programs and Master of Arts degree program.
Applications should include copy of teaching credential, resume, and statement of interest. Applicants must submit materials electronically (PDFs preferred) to Christine Ybarra at cybarra@whittier.edu. Review of completed applications is ongoing.
Community outreach summer staff for the Center for Engagement with Communities are passionate and driven individuals who collaborate with the greater Whittier community, school districts, and non-profits to host wellness events, conduct or assist with service related projects, or provide educational assistance through tutoring, mentoring, and STEM related activities. The goal and function of the outreach staff are to co-create opportunities with local partners to address the ongoing and growing inequities in the community. A skilled outreach staff member will have a passion to work in, and is not limited to, any of the following areas:
Hours: Monday – Friday, 28 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time, Temporary (3 months) Salary Range: $15 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Gina DiPierro, Director, CEC Location/Department: Whittier College, Center for Engagement with Communities
Experience working with community organizations preferred. Some background in child development, education, or social work preferred. Must have high school diploma, some college highly preferred.
The Coordinator will be responsible for international student programming (including international student orientation) and academic advising for new international students. The Coordinator will assist the PDSO with basic F-1 immigration advising. The position reports to the Director of the Office of International Programs.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $45,000-$50,000 annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Director of the Office of International Programs Location/Department: Whittier College, Office of International Programs
Must have the ability to manage and prioritize tasks. Strong interpersonal communication skills (both oral and written). Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to details. Demonstrated ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize and implement programs. Second language as well as experience living abroad is recommended. Must be available to work some evening and weekend hours.
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The successful candidate will function in a collaborative practice with Physicians and/or Nurse Practitioner(s) or Physician’s Assistant(s) in the delivery of health care in the Student Health Clinic. This individual will provide COVID assessments/support, and ambulatory nursing care as directed by health care providers with an emphasis on disease prevention and health maintenance as well as provide clinical duties per established policy and procedure and functions under the supervision of an NP/PA or a physician. The LVN will be part of a team concept that will work closely with the Director of Student Health Services, front office staff, student employees and other related departments throughout the college community.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $23.00-$25.00 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Interim Director, Student Health and Wellness Center Location/Department: Whittier College, Student Health and Wellness Center
Physical activity may include standing for prolonged periods, minimal lifting, and operating a computer and or certain equipment as needed for the clinic operation.
This role will work closely with College leadership and other campus administrators to jointly identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward key corporate prospects and strategic partners with the ability to fund priority programs and initiatives. The incumbent is expected to maintain a pipeline of at least 50 prospective donors, advance at least 8-10 gift conversations, and hit a targeted fundraising goal each year.
The Director of Corporate Development must be able to skillfully interact with both external senior-level C-suite executives and executive board members, and internal campus leadership and project leaders.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Associate Vice President of Development Location/Department: Whittier College Office of Development
The Director of Institutional Effectiveness will lead and coordinate a comprehensive program of external reporting, internal reporting and analysis, survey administration, and project management in support of institutional assessment, planning and decision making. The Director of Institutional Research will support the strategic imperative of the College to focus on equity and inclusion to improve student outcomes. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, the Director collaborates with offices across campus to spearhead data collection and analysis to address institutional priorities, inform curricular and program development, assess institutional performance and improve institutional outcomes. The Office of Institutional Effectiveness presents data analysis through various means—including visualization—to the college community to support data driven decision making and institutional planning.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $95,000-$100,000; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty Location/Department: Whittier College, Institutional Effectiveness
The Field Coordinator will maintain the experimental plot comprising 64 coffee plants from 16 varietals located at Whittier College, supervise coffee harvest and post-harvest operations, conduct plant checks, and help the Principal Investigator’s research through sampling at Whittier College. This is a temporary, contractual position which terminates upon completion of the grant program (December 31, 2022).
Hours: Monday – Friday, up to 12 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Part Time, Temporary Salary Range: $20.00 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Principal Investigator/Project Director Location/Department: Whittier College, Environmental Science Department
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. Candidate must have some experience with gardening or other agriculture-related activities. The ideal candidate is someone who cares about and has experience with organic farming practices and is passionate about sustainable agriculture, loves to be outside and works well with other people. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently are a must. Qualified candidates should be familiar with field data entry, need to be confident and handy with hand and mechanical tools and able to lift 30 lbs. Must be able to perform hard, physical labor for consecutive hours under occasional extremes in temperature (up to 95 F) and uneven terrain. Successful candidates will be cognizant of the fact that the work takes place primarily on a college campus, therefore adherence to the College’s code of conduct is required. Valid Driver's License is required.
The Fifth Dimension Summer Program Coordinator will help plan, organize, and facilitate the daily operations of the summer programs of the Fifth Dimension after-school program. As Summer Program Coordinators they work to plan and develop a 13-week summer program at the Boys and Girls Club of Whittier for children ages 6-13. They facilitate daily activities, computer play, and fields trips throughout the summer to encourage children to think critically and creatively. Coordinators will also work to develop, assess, and recreate systems and functions of the academic program for the next school year.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 36 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time, Temporary Salary Range: $15 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Director, BCM Community Education Programs Location/Department: Whittier College/Off Campus-Boys & Girls Club of Whittier
Reporting to the Director of the Student Counseling Center, this Post-Doctoral Fellow/Healthy Life Lab Graduate Assistant position is responsible for creating and implementing the peer health educator training curriculum, teaching/leading the summer fellowship program; assessing outcomes and preparing necessary data for Foundation reporting.
They will support a cohort of 8-10 undergraduate fellows in developing the skills necessary to be a successful peer health educator during the academic year.
In collaboration with Career Services, they will support mentoring/shadowing experiences with community professionals in allied health fields as career preparation.
This is a new position supported by the UniHealth Foundation fund. In addition, to meet the requirements for the California Board of Psychology, this position includes clinical work in the Counseling Center-individual, group counseling and on-call/crisis intervention as well as consultation and outreach to the WC community. The Fellow will consult with practicum students and provide additional supervision, support and didactic instruction.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $20.00 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Director, Counseling Center Location/Department: Whittier College (Main Campus)/ Student Counseling Center
General understanding of student/human development, psychological theory and advanced clinical intervention, peer health educator models, allied health fields, career readiness, basic challenges to mental and physical health, crisis intervention strategies and ability to refer to campus and community professionals.
Knowledge/experience in public speaking and/or outreach presentations; preferred academic instructional, assessment and/or curriculum development experience.
Normal office equipment, Microsoft Office software, powerpoint/presentation software (various); general A-V knowledge; ability to access/post social media; Zoom and Teams
Complete SPE for licensure in the state of California
The Student Accounts Specialist is primarily responsible for in-house collection efforts on student account balance and the research and analyses of student inquiries. Also responsible for the reporting of delinquent balances and preparing the accounts for third party collections. Other responsibilities include assisting students with questions pertaining to their tuition accounts; as well as assisting the college community with general questions.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $18-$20 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Student Accounts Manager Location/Department: Whittier College, Business Office
Minimum of three years of collections experience working with student accounts receivables in higher education.
Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in business administration or accounting is preferable, but not a requirement. Years of full - time professional experience may be substituted for education on a 2:1 ratio.
The Senior Accountant performs general accounting analyses and reconciliations with primary focus on the student revenue cycle. Responds to information requests from College personnel related to fiscal and budget administration. Prepares various reports and responses to external information and data compliance requirements.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $55,000--$65,000 annual; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Assistant Controller Location/Department: Whittier College (Main Campus)/ Business Services Office
4 years with professional level experience in general accounting and financial reporting; supervisory experience is a plus.
Accounting or closely related business fields. Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and methods. Good communication and exceptional problem-solving skills; develops and enforces policies and procedures; meets deadlines; high attention to detail; understanding of accounting controls. Expert skills with Excel, capable with Word; some knowledge of MS Access and databases. Prior working experience in Ellucian Banner ERP System for Universities is a plus.
Under the supervision of the Assistant Controller, the Staff Accountant performs complex professional and technical accounting functions for the College and its related entities, while applying institutional policies and procedures, governmental accounting standards, and generally accepted accounting principles and practices. The Staff Accountant will reconcile accounting records, meet required deadlines, create financial reports to meet operational needs, and provide consultative services to supervisors and leads in resolving accounting problems and other financial duties as listed.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $46,000-$57,000 Annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Assistant Controller Location/Department: Whittier College, Business Services Office
Non-essential Functions of the Job
Two years of general accounting and financial reporting experience preferably from an institution of higher education or governmental entity.
Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration or finance. Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and methods. Good communication and exceptional problem-solving skills; develops and enforces policies and procedures; meets deadlines; high attention to detail; understanding of accounting controls. Intermediate skills with Excel, capable with Word; some knowledge of MS Access and databases. Prior working experience in Ellucian Banner ERP System for Universities is a plus.
The Student Accounts Loan Coordinator is responsible for the loan servicing and collections of Institutional Loans (Perkins, Weingart and Whittier College Loans). The incumbent will also be a front office contact for customers visiting the Business Office Student Accounts Department and will be responsible for assisting students with questions pertaining to their institutional loans. Will also assist the college community with general questions and perform clerical office duties.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $16-$18 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Student Accounts Manager Location/Department: Whittier College, Business Office
Minimum of three years’ experience in general clerical office duties
Associate's Degree in accounting is preferable, but not a requirement. Years of full time professional experience may be substituted for education on a 2:1 ratio.
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA 90608.
Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach at Whittier College is responsible for managing and leading all aspects of a nationally competitive Division III lacrosse program while adhering to the College mission, recruiting quality student-athletes and retaining those student-athletes, having academically successful student-athletes, and managing all aspects of a collegiate lacrosse program.
Hours: May vary Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time Salary Range: $53,000-$55,000; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Director of Athletics Location/Department: Whittier College, Athletics
Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of coaching collegiate lacrosse. Excellent administrative, organizational, recruiting, and fundraising skills also required. The successful candidate will be expected to understand and comply with applicable laws, college policies, and NCAA regulations. A record of demonstrated trustworthiness, honesty, and reliability are essential to all head coaching positions at the College. The successful candidate is expected to develop a climate of trust, integrity, and open communication with colleagues and students.
Until Filled.
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu and rcarter@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA 90608. AA/EOE.