Job Opportunities

The Department of English at the University of Jamestown invites applications for Assistant Professor of English beginning August 2024. This is a permanent, full-time position (UJ does not have tenure system). This is a new position created in response to UJ’s new partnership with Chandigarh University in India and an anticipated enrollment increase in international students from that university. Applicants with experience working with international students and academic writing from southeast Asia are encouraged to highlight those experiences. The candidate will teach three courses per semester for the English department and work 10 hours/week as a professional tutor in the Writing Center.

Minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in English or related field
• Demonstrable experience working with international and/or multilingual students

Preferred requirements:

• PhD in Rhetoric and Composition.
• Experience teaching STEM writing and/or Writing Center experience.
• TESOL/TOEFL experience.
• Previous higher education teaching experience.

Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and advanced composition classes. Preferred candidates will have experience teaching business writing and/or technical writing. Writing Center duties will include tutoring, especially ESL support.

To Apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Julie Smith, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at julie.smith@uj.edu.  Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. The successful candidate must supply official transcripts to verify education. Faculty contracts are contingent on a successful background check.

About the University

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown is seeking a broadly trained organismal biologist to serve as a full-time faculty member in the Department of Biology. The position is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2024.

Minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in biology or a related field
• Passion for excellence in teaching.

Preferred requirements:

• Terminal degree in biology or a related field.
• Previous higher education teaching experience.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate would teach human anatomy and physiology and other classes depending on interest, expertise, and the needs of the department, possibly including:

• Vertebrate Zoology
• Medical Terminology
• Introduction to Biology
• Science class for non-majors (topic TBD)
• Histology

To Apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Julie Smith, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at julie.smith@uj.edu.  Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. The successful candidate must supply official transcripts to verify education. Faculty contracts are contingent on a successful background check.

Note: This is an updated version of the position posted earlier in Fall 2023.

About the University

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown’s Department of Clinical Counseling and Behavioral Health seeks an Assistant Director of Behavioral Health at the Instructor or Assistant Professor rank within the department. This is a full-time, online teaching and administrative position that will have face-to-face requirements (e.g., teaching in person one week per year, networking or meetings in person may be required). This faculty member will work with students completing a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Health, as well as a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling. Re-location is not necessary but traveling to campus and working in North Dakota is required several times per year.

Job Duties include:

o Full-time teaching responsibilities (30 credit hours during the academic year) with online, asynchronous courses as well as onsite one week per summer;

o Assist in coordinating and teaching COUN 510: Counseling Techniques or COUN 520: Group Counseling face-to-face during the on-campus week in Jamestown every summer (usually in late June);

o Monitor student progress on degree completion and serve as academic advisor for Behavioral Health students;

o Develop a process for maintaining regular contact with students including regular office hour availability;

o Engage in remediation or problem-solving strategies if issues arise with student performance;

o Address all student issues in a professional and timely manner, and in accordance with institutional and accreditation policies and procedures;

o Administrative responsibilities involve working with director to identify department needs and implementing changes;

o Assist the Program Director in establishing goals, setting targets/benchmarks, and regularly assessing program and learning outcomes within the context of continuous program improvement;

o Assist Program Director and Assistant Director of Clinical Training in program accreditation process as well as potential development of a student-run clinic;

o May be required to supervise students in a clinical capacity during Practicum or Internship;

o Network across the state of ND, AZ, and potentially other states, as needed, with the goal of growing the programs;

o Maintain licensure, membership in professional counseling organizations, and/or appropriate professional development, including being familiar with emerging issues in counseling;

o Maintain involvement in the counseling field by actively providing counseling, supervision, research and scholarship, and/or leadership and advocacy;

o Serve on university committees;

o Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work remotely;

o Ability to have flexibility with schedule (will need to work some evenings or weekends);

o Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

o Completed Doctoral degree in Counseling Education and Supervision (CES) and currently independently licensed or license eligible to practice counseling (LPCC) in ND.

o Minimum 5 years of full-time clinical experience

Preference will be given to CES who have areas of specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling or School Counseling. Applicants living in either the Phoenix, Arizona, metro or in North Dakota will be preferred. All are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three references to Julie Smith, Administrative Assistant to Academic Affairs, 6092 College Lane, Jamestown, ND, 58405. Electronic submissions are preferred and can be sent to julie.smith@uj.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees with physical locations in Jamestown and Fargo, ND, and Phoenix, AZ, as well as online. More information can be found at www.uj.edu. University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown’s Unruh School of Character in Leadership invites applications for an open-rank faculty position of non-traditional leadership education.

In May 2023, the University of Jamestown received a gift of $15 million from Jim (‘63) and Candy Unruh, the largest in our history, for the creation of the Unruh School of Character in Leadership and the renovation of the University’s chapel, establishing a new Center for Faith and Life. The Unruh School of Character in Leadership will provide diversified programming options, including workshops, certificates, and degree programs at the undergraduate, master, and doctoral levels, blending theory with practice. Courses will be available at all University locations (Jamestown and Fargo, ND, and Phoenix, AZ) and through the University’s online learning division, University of Jamestown Accelerated. The University’s leadership programming emphasizes the core attributes of a Presbyterian Christian education, including ethical and moral discernment, the search for truth, and the holistic development of self and others.

The University of Jamestown seeks motivated candidates who desire to help us develop leaders of character and build our reputation as a leadership university. Successful candidates will be expected to assist in building and developing our Center for Leadership Development by developing non-traditional educational experiences such as workshops, conferences, and webinars for targeted corporate and community leadership needs, as well as teach in traditional academic programs. The Unruh School seeks individuals who will actively engage in research and publication, advise master and doctoral students, perform service to the university through committee membership, support assessment efforts, and collaborate across departments and/or schools at the University. The non-traditional faculty position will be located at the University’s Phoenix location.

Required Qualifications:

· Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership or related field.

· Demonstrated excellence in non-traditional educational program development and delivery.

· Experience in coaching and consulting.

· Promising research and publication agenda.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Demonstrated experience in teaching and research.

· Demonstrated excellence in graduate-level teaching, both in-person and online, preferably with a diverse student body.

· Experience in assessment.

· Experience guiding master and doctoral-level research.

Please electronically submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, philosophy of leadership statement, and contact information for three references to Julie Smith at Julie.smith@uj.edu.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees with physical locations in Jamestown and Fargo, ND, and Phoenix, AZ, as well as online. More information can be found at www.uj.edu. University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown (NAIA) is accepting applications for two Assistant Athletic Trainers. This is a full-time 10-month position, with full benefit package.  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The selected candidates will conduct themselves within the ideals, goals, rules and regulations set forth by University of Jamestown, the NATA, NAIA and Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC).  The successful candidate will embrace and promote the mission of the University of Jamestown.

The Assistant Athletic Trainer reports to the Athletic Director and Head Athletic Trainer.  The successful candidates are responsible for assisting in the management and care of athletic teams at the University of Jamestown, which is a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. The successful candidates will assist with the supervision and coverage of 23 varsity and junior varsity sports.  The candidates must demonstrate the ability and knowledge of injury prevention programs, injury evaluation, injury treatment, and rehabilitation of student athletes.

Successful candidates will have home game coverage, practice coverage, maintaining of medical records, and away travel considerations (10%) with assigned teams as necessary.

To apply, please send resumé, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references to Mitch Lang, Head Athletic Trainer, lang@uj.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

Reports To: Gabe Martinez, Director of Residence Life and Public Safety, Gabriel.martinez@uj.edu,
701-252-3467 ext 5002

Terms of Employment:
– 20-30 hours per week; includes some evening/weekend hours.
– Ability to be on call which will include working some weekends and at least one holiday.
– 2-year consecutive commitment minimum. Start date on or before August 1st
– Must reside on-campus. This is a live-on experience.

Compensation:
– On Campus Housing
– Meal Plan Selection from one of 4 meal plans oƯered by the University of Jamestown
– $5,000 annual stipend

Residence Life Graduate Assistant:
UJ Residence Life fosters engaging communities where students have the opportunity to live, learn,
and thrive. We foster these communities by challenging students to look inward, outward, beyond,
and forward. The main responsibility of the Resident Director is to supervise the undergraduate
Resident Assistants (RAs). The Resident Director is responsible for the RAs leadership
development, with the guidance of the Director and Associate Director. The Resident Director
position is also responsible for the general health and safety along with the day-to-day operations
of the building they have been assigned to. This position is a live on position. This position may
include summer working hours that are flexible for planning and preparing for move in days.

Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
– Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University of Jamestown.
– Demonstrate ability to be self-motivated, self-reflective, and to conduct oneself in an
ethical and professional manner.
– Excellent written and oral communication skills.
– Ability to live in an on-campus residence hall.

Application Process and Deadline: To apply, email a current resume, cover letter, and the names
and contact information of three (3) references to Gabe Martinez at Gabriel.martinez@uj.edu
Position will remain open until filled.
Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University
of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and
Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and
clinical counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of
Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown seeks a full-time custodian to join our Physical Plant staff.  Come to work on campus in a fun, exciting, environment with a great group of students and employees.  UJ is home to many events, meetings, and athletic competitions making it a fun and exciting environment in which to work.  Full time staff are eligible for full benefits including health, dental, disability, 401K, free tuition for yourself and dependents.  Different shifts are also available.

Duties May Include:

• General custodial duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements Include:
Ability to communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform the essential functions of the job.
Successfully pass a criminal history background check prior to employment.
Capable of moving or relocating items up to 50lbs.
Ability to perform functions such as kneeling, reaching, bending, lifting, and pulling.

Interested applicants should send resumé and contact information for three references to Arlene Botner at abotner@uj.edu. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown seeks a head coach for the men’s wrestling team. The Jimmies currently compete in the NAIA as part of the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference. Starting in 2025-26, we will be part of NCAA Division II competing in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.

Duties include:

• Wrestler Development – provide coaching skills to individuals and team. Focus on improving skills, abilities, and performance.
• Recruitment – recruit high quality students and athletes that align with the university’s mission and values.
• Team Management – strategize team operations, practices, game planning, travel, scheduling, etc.
• Game Strategy – adapting to opponents and situations. Make critical decisions during competition. Maximize the team’s chances of success.
• Supervision – all assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and volunteer coaches will be under the supervision of the head coach.
• Leadership – excellent work ethic and motivational skills. Assists in the athletic department, supports the Jimmie family, and takes part in Jimmie athletic successes.
• Community Engagement – engage in fundraising, alumni relations, and promote the men’s wrestling program.
• Communication – prominent level written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
• Fundraising – collaborate with the athletic department to raise money for the program.
• Compliance – understand and abide by the rules and regulations of the NAIA and NCAA.
• Academics – monitor and facilitate academic progress of student-athletes.
• Sportsmanship – maintain sportsmanship in relations with staff, players, officials, opponents, and spectators.
• Administrative duties – work within the rules set forth by athletic administration, operational procedures, student handbooks, and facility handbooks.
• Student-athlete well-being – work closely with the athletic training staff and team physician regarding the well-being of student-athletes.
• Supports University of Jamestown Mission – our mission at the University of Jamestown is to create wholeness in students. We are a student-centered university dedicated to the development of wholeness in all members of our community.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Coaching experience.
• Experience recruiting student-athletes.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Demonstrate Successful leadership experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree
• 5+ years of collegiate coaching experience
• Experience as a head coach

To apply: Send letter of application, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references to Austin Hieb, Athletic Director, austin.hieb@uj.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until application is filled. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown seeks a Stewardship Manager to support the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. This is a part-time position, 20-30 hours per week. Successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for fundraisers and development personnel.

Duties include:

• Assist in organizing and implementing special cultivation events (Dine & Bid, Jimmie Scramble, Friends of the Fine Arts Receptions, Booster Club Tailgates and Luncheons, Alumni Socials, Homecoming) including booking venues, logistics, and catering for events.
• Assist fundraising staff in timely stewardship of gifts.
• Prepare updated travel packets for fundraising staff.
• Work with Research Associate in providing thorough and timely constituent reports to development personnel.
• In collaboration with Director of Annual Fund, create reminders and schedule for Jimmie Generation Scholarship Program, as well as distribute those reminders and invoices to donors; create and/or update Jimmie Generation Memorandums of Understanding
• Responsible for creating, updating, and filing of Requests for Support for sponsors.
• Receive scholarship book from Alumni Office Manager; determine and input scholarship recipients according to donor criteria; coordinate Student Thank You Night, as well as student thank you letters to donors (September/October timeframe)
• Update and maintain lists of members of the Booster Club and the Friends of the Fine Arts
• Package and distribute premium items for Booster Club and Friends of the Fine Arts
• Compile lists of marriages, births, and deaths for Alumni & Friends magazine
• Active participation in weekly meetings with the Development and Alumni Relations staff.
• Active participation in annual Development planning meeting

Requirements/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred, minimum of five years working in a higher education environment preferred.

• Ability to represent the University in a professional manner and maintain confidentiality regarding donors.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to work effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of constituencies.
• Maintain a positive, constructive, and helpful attitude and work relationship with all University staff, faculty, students, and community.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and assist fundraising staff in doing the same.
• Experience and competence with Microsoft Office applications and administrative systems.
• Proficient in Raiser’s Edge and/or RENXT and working knowledge of queries and reporting functions
• Involvement in community activities/organizations

To apply: Send letter, resumé, and names and contact information for three professional references to Brett Moser, Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations, brett.moser@uj.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown (NAIA), located in Jamestown, ND, is seeking applications for two Sports Information Graduate Assistants.

A graduate assistant position at the University of Jamestown offers the successful applicant a path towards a professional career.

The successful candidate will assist the Sports Information Director in all facets of the sports information office. They will assist with game management, including in-game stat keeping using DakStats software, coordinating webcasts of home events using Production Truck/Wirecast software, and other game day duties as assigned.

They will assist the SID with website management, including game stories and sport program updates.  They will also promote University of Jamestown student-athletes and coaches across traditional and emerging media communication vehicles.  A successful candidate will be able to help with the design and layout of several publications, historical research and accurate archiving of athletic records, and building photographical databases.

The Graduate Assistant will serve as in-house sports information representative when the SID is on the road with UJ teams. The Graduate Assistant may be required to travel with teams on certain occasions.

Requirements include: a familiarity with college sports, strong grasp of English language and ability to write coherent press releases and sports stories, and the willingness to learn on the fly. The successful applicant must be available for the majority of fall, winter, and spring; including evenings and weekends.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and must be accepted into University of Jamestown graduate school. Applicants should have strong oral and written communication skills. Previous experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, DakStats, and Microsoft Office software is a plus. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram) to promote news and events accordingly.

UJ’s Master of Arts in Leadership program gives leaders ethical and practical leadership skills for organizations to thrive in the 21st century.

This position includes graduate tuition and meal plan.

To apply to graduate school at the University of Jamestown, visit https://my.uj.edu/ics/Admissions/Online_Forms.jnz

To apply for the position, send resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Ryan Mikkelson

Sports Information Director

RMikkels@uj.edu

Application Deadline: Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and clinical counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

University of Jamestown is seeking applicants for the position of Women’s Soccer graduate assistant (GA) for a 2-year period, beginning August 1, 2023. Qualified applicants will assist in fostering a highly competitive and positive team culture where high-quality relationships with fellow coaches and student-athletes are emphasized. The GA will collaborate with the head coach to prepare practice plans and directly assist with strategic and personnel decisions.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Recruiting student-athletes, on and off field skill instruction, goalkeeper training, office duties, assist with daily practice plans, and other administration/operational duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Coaching experience is desired with the purpose of coaching as a career
• Must have a valid driver’s license and willing to get a CDL.
• Bachelor’s degree and acceptance into the University of Jamestown Graduate programs.
• Great communication skills

This is a 2-year position determined by program of student. Compensation includes full tuition, free housing, and an on-campus meal plan.

Please send all cover letter, resume, and references to Nbecker@uj.edu.

Reports To: Sara Robinson, Director of Student Engagement: sara.robinson@uj.edu, 701-252-3467 ext 5442

Terms of Employment:

• 20-30 hours per week; includes some evening/weekend hours
• 2-year consecutive commitment. Start date on or before August 1^st
• Must maintain passing grades in enrolled Master of Arts in Leadership coursework

Compensation:

• Full Graduate Tuition for the Masters of Arts in Leadership Program
• On Campus Housing
• Block 190 Meal Plan
• Additional $5,000 annual compensation potential under the hiring and acceptance of Residence Life job duties

Student Engagement Team (SET):

• Support student leaders on the SET team through facilitating weekly 1:1 and team meetings
• Take lead role in managing SET’s social media pages
• Participate in the planning and implementation of meaningful events and experiences for UJ students
• Attend SET events and assist with set up and clean up.

Intramurals:

• Build and facilitate registration process for all intramural sports.
• Assist with set up, implementation, and tear down of intramural activities.
• Provide leadership to Work Study students during intramural activities.

Student Senate:

• Attend weekly Student Senate meetings.
• Assist with Student Senate functions.

Welcome Weekend:

• Assist with the planning and training of Welcome Weekend Leaders.
• Be a consistent presence throughout all Welcome Weekend activities.

Student Engagement:

• Maintain Lyngstad and Badal Nafus Student Center bulletin boards ensuring posters are appropriate and current.
• Hold a minimum of 10 regularly scheduled office hours per week.
• Contribute to the Student Affairs team and be available for departmental support as schedule allows.

Qualifications:

• Must be accepted as a full-time, degree-seeking student in the UJ Leadership graduate program.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University of Jamestown.
• Demonstrate ability to be self-motivated, self-reflective, and to conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Application Process and Deadline: To apply, email a current resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) references to Sara Robinson at Sara.Robinson@uj.edu. Position will remain open until filled.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and clinical counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

This position reports to the Director of Club Sports / Head Coach.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruiting, coaching, counseling, player development, monitoring academic progress, scouting, alumni events, fundraising events and other duties assigned by the head coach or club sports director.

Recruiting- includes travel, identification of potential student athletes, and phone calls to potential recruits. Will travel three to four times per year and depends on the recruiting class.

Coaching includes development in both clay target and archery, along with dynamic workouts to assist with simulated stress, and hand eye coordination. Traveling to all competitions and dealing with day-to-day events.

Office duties include setting up contests, hotel booking, putting travel itineraries together, and managing equipment duties.

Additional duties include intramural supervision, social media publications, and club sport promotion.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s degree and acceptance into, and continued academic success in, the University of Jamestown Graduate programs.
• Great communication skills
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University of Jamestown.
• Demonstrate ability to be to conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner.

This is a 2-year position determined by program of student. Compensation includes full tuition, free housing, and an on-campus meal plan.

Please send all resume, cover letter, and job references to John.Mazur@uj.edu.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and clinical counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

Reports To: Gabe Martinez, Director of Residence Life and Public Safety, Gabriel.martinez@uj.edu,
701-252-3467 ext 5002

Terms of Employment:
– 20-30 hours per week; includes some evening/weekend hours.
– 2-year consecutive commitment. Start date on or before August 1st
– Must maintain passing grades in enrolled Master of Arts in Leadership coursework.
– Must be a Resident Director for an on-campus Residence Hall

Compensation:
– Full Graduate Tuition for the Master of Arts in Leadership Program
– On Campus Housing
– Meal Plan Selection from one of 4 meal plans oƯered by the University of Jamestown
– $5,000 annual stipend
– Shared oƯice space with Student Engagement Graduate Assistant

Residence Life Graduate Assistant:
UJ Residence Life fosters engaging communities where students have the opportunity to live, learn,
and thrive. We foster these communities by challenging students to look inward, outward, beyond,
and forward. The main responsibility of the Residence Life graduate assistance is enhancing
internal and external communication in the Residence Life OƯice. This is done by executing and
enhancing the Residence Life communication model, to include social media marketing. In
addition, the graduate assistant assists the Director, Associate Director, and other Graduate and
Undergraduate staƯ in executing this mission. This is done by providing phone support to
prospective and current students, answering general email inquiries, tracking, and managing
occupancy, completing day-to-day tasks, distributing student identification cards, planning, and
coordination, and more. Please note that this position requires a minimum of 20 oƯice hours per
week.

Resident Director:
The Residence Life Graduate Assistant is required to be a Resident Director in an open residence
hall or series of residence halls, given the position. The resident Director supervises the
undergraduate Resident Assistants and is responsible for their leadership development, with the
guidance of the Director and Associate Director. The Resident Director position is also responsible
for the general health and safety along with the day-to-day operations of the building they have
been assigned to. This position is a live on position.

Qualifications:
– Must be accepted as a full-time, degree-seeking student in the UJ Leadership graduate
program.
– Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University of Jamestown.
– Demonstrate ability to be self-motivated, self-reflective, and to conduct oneself in an
ethical and professional manner.
– Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Application Process and Deadline: To apply, email a current resume, cover letter, and the names
and contact information of three (3) references to Gabe Martinez at Gabriel.martinez@uj.edu
Position will remain open until filled.
Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University
of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and
Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and
clinical counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of
Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

Terms of Employment:

• Online/remote position
• 20 hours per week
• 2-year consecutive commitment. Start date on or before May 1st
• Must maintain passing grades in enrolled graduate coursework
• Compensation: Full tuition for a UJ graduate program
• Must enroll in an eligible UJ graduate program. Doctoral programs and the Master of Science in Clinical Counseling program are not eligible for this assistantship.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will assist the Director of Institutional Effectiveness with institutional activities related to assessment, accreditation, data analysis, and reporting. These tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining institutional assessment software
• Exporting assessment data and formatting reports
• Coordinating assessment day activities
• Organizing assessment records
• Promoting assessment activities such as institutional surveys
• Supporting continuous improvement efforts across the university
• Other clerical duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Must be accepted as a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UJ graduate program
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University of Jamestown
• Demonstrate ability to be self-motivated, self-reflective, and to conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills (including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat)
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Application Process and Deadline: To apply, email a current resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) references to Anna Munns Engdahl at AMunns@uj.edu. Position will remain open until filled.

The University of Jamestown seeks a Graduate Assistant Coach for the Men’s Wrestling program beginning in the Fall of 2024.  The candidate must have strong communication and organizational skills along with the ability to show mature and responsible leadership and work well in a team environment.

 Qualifications

• Must be accepted as a full-time, degree-seeking student in the UJ Master of Arts in Leadership graduate program including having completed a Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University of Jamestown.
• Demonstrate ability to be self-motivated, self-reflective, and to conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Wrestling experience as a collegiate student-athlete and/or experience coaching is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a commercial driver’s license endorsement to assist with team travel.

 Duties Include

• Practice: Assist in organization, scheduling, and running practices.
• Communication: Manage team social media and external communication.
• Recruiting: Identify and communicate with prospects, travel to competitions, conduct campus visits.
• Fundraising: Assist in team events to grow knowledge of, and support for, the program.
• Coaching: Assist with individual and team practices, competitions, and team functions.
• Other duties include assisting with scheduling, academic support, strength and conditioning, and more.

Terms of Employment

• Two-year consecutive commitment running August 1 – May 31 of 2024 & 2025.
• Must maintain passing grades in enrolled Master of Arts in Leadership coursework.

Compensation

• Full graduate tuition for the Master of Arts in Leadership program.
• On-Campus housing.
• Meal plan selection from one of four meal plans offerings.
• Team/Coaching uniforms.

Please send resume, cover letter, and references to james.zalesky@uj.edu.

The University of Jamestown currently competes in the NAIA as a part of the Great Plains Athletic Conference and the wrestling team will compete in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference in 2024-2025.  Jimmie Athletics is in the process of transitioning to NCAA DII and competing in the North Sun Intercollegiate Conference.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees at the undergraduate level, master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling, and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.