human resources  

Employment Opportunities
(updated 7/1/2008)


Administrative:

Admission Counselor

Albright College seeks an admission counselor to recruit first year and transfer students.  The successful candidate will have an understanding of the importance of having a liberal arts education and meeting the following requirements: Bachelor’s degree, minimum of 2 years of admission or related professional experience; excellent oral, writing, interpersonal and organizational skills; recruiting, extensive travel including evening/weekend assignments in various geographic recruiting areas; ability to articulate to others the various programs and mission of the College; coordinator of a variety of programs, ability to understand and interpret the goals and objectives of students and provide appropriate advice and counsel to students and their families; adaptability to changing situations while meeting goals and objectives.  Paper and online marketing and event planning experience are a positive.  Qualified Albright alumni candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send a letter of interest, resume, and names of three references to: hr@alb.edu.    Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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Major Gifts Officer

Albright College is seeking a Major Gifts Officer who will achieve highly successful fundraising goals for the College.  Primary duties include implementing and coordinating efforts to identify, cultivate and solicit individuals who have the capacity to provide significant outright and/or deferred gifts to the College.  This position requires the Officer to spend at least 80% of his or her time making contacts and calls outside of the office; significant regional and national travel is required.  The successful applicant will have an appreciation for liberal arts education, a familiarity with planned giving concepts, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.  The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of higher education Development or non-profit fundraising experience.  Send cover letter and resume along with three professional references to:  Office of Human Resources, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA  19612-5234.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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Special Events Coordinator

The Special Events Coordinator is responsible for planning, marketing, implementing advancement events for the College’s constituents with special attention given to campaign centered events.  Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two years experience required in event planning, marketing, implementation and/or development of various types of events.  Send letter of application, resume to the Office of Human Resources, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA 19612-5234.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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Financial Aid Counselor

Albright College is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to provide counseling for students and families, current and prospective, and support of administration of federal, state, institutional and private financial aid programs.  Bachelors Degree required.  Candidates must possess an understanding of financial assistance programs as they relate to recruitment and retention of students and appreciate the mission of a private liberal arts college. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.  Albright offers a competitive package with full benefits.  Please send letter of interest, current résumé, and names of three professional references to: Office of Human Resources, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA 19612.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position. 

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Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Assist head coach with day to day operations of the program; on court coaching responsibilities; off campus and on campus recruiting; oversee film exchange program; and all other duties as assigned by head coach.  Bachelor’s degree required along with coaching or collegiate playing experience, knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Division III philosophy.  Please send resume, cover letter and references to Albright College, Office of Human Resources, P.O. Box 15234 Reading, PA 19612-5234.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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The Director of Planning and Assessment

Albright College seeks a candidate for the position of Director of Planning and Assessment.  Reporting to the Provost, the successful candidate will work closely with campus constituents to coordinate and develop campus-wide planning and assessment efforts.  The College has adopted a new strategic plan following a highly successful periodic accreditation review.  The successful candidate will facilitate in establishing a culture of assessment to support the strategic goals of creating a vibrant, interdisciplinary residential learning community based in a strong liberal arts mission.  Specific responsibilities include oversight of planning, assessment and institutional research functions, organizing assessment workshops, assisting with analyses of assessment data, and reporting to both internal and external stakeholders.  Master's degree from an accredited institution required; doctoral degree in discipline related to higher education assessment preferred. At least three years of experience in assessment within higher education.  Demonstrated knowledge of current research on and best practices with regard to assessment of student learning, academic programs and services; contemporary learning outcomes assessment techniques and software; and expectations of accrediting agencies. Commitment to and enthusiasm for a student-centered, interdisciplinary education in a residential liberal arts environment.  Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to:  hr@alb.edu.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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Director of The Fund for Albright

Albright College, located in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a nationally ranked, private college with a rigorous liberal arts curriculum with an interdisciplinary focus.  The Director of The Fund for Albright, reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, is responsible for the strategic planning and overall management of the Annual Fund program at Albright College.  Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and at least three years experience in fundraising activities.  Excellent communication and organizational skills, a high level of energy, initiative and creativity are essential.  Send letter of interest, current resume, and names of three professional references to: Office of Human Resources, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA 19612-5234.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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Faculty:

Sociology (One year position)

Albright College, Reading, Pennsylvania is accepting applications for a full time, one year non-tenure track position in Sociology beginning August 2008.  Albright College is a small liberal arts college centrally located between New York City, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.  A minimum of a Masters Degree in the field is required with a Ph.D. in sociology preferred.  Documented successful teaching experience is expected. The sociology department is a dynamic and growing program at Albright with seven full time faculty members.  The semester teaching load will include one research methods course, one statistics course, and two accompanying labs that meet for two hours each per week.  Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, sample syllabi, current teaching evaluations, a brief statement detailing the candidate's philosophy of teaching, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching excellence, and an unofficial graduate school transcript to: hr@alb.edu. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community. In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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ESL Instructors

Albright College is seeking the following positions to teach in its English as a Second Language Department for the 2008-2009 academic year beginning August 2008:

  • several part-time, non-tenure track instructors.
  • two full-time, non-tenure track instructors with experience teaching ESL composition and ESL speech/pronunciation.

Both positions require ESL college teaching experience and a master’s degree in TESL, Applied Linguistics or a related field.  Send a cover letter, resume, transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness and names of three references by June 15, 2008 to Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading PA 19612-5234.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.  Albright College is a competitive, nationally ranked liberal arts college of approximately 1600 students in all programs located in southeastern Pennsylvania on a scenic 110-acre campus, 60 miles from Philadelphia and within easy access to New York and Washington.

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Visiting Assistant Professor of Digital Media

Founded in 1856, Albright College is a nationally ranked, private co-educational liberal arts college located on a 110-acre suburban campus in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright’s enrollment is 1,600 students with over 14,500 alumni. Please review the college’s website at www.albright.edu.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community. In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position. Candidates should have a commitment to the values of a liberal arts institution.
 
The Department of Digital Media at Albright College is seeking a fulltime, Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2008-2009 academic year.  This is a one-year renewal appointment. The successful candidate will have expertise and experience with a vast range of digital media tools, including, but not limited to, interactive media, video editing, 2D and 3D animation, and digital audio.  Course load may include instruction in Computer Graphics, Web Design, Media Production, or Digital Literacy.  3D modeling, illustration, and animation skills are a plus.  Requirements: Candidates should have a Masters degree in a related field.
 
Interested applicants should please send CV, portfolio, and three references (name, address, phone number) to the Office of Human Resources, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA 19612-5234.  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
 

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Economics

The Albright College Department of Economics and Business seeks applications for a one-year position in economics at the Instructor/Assistant Professor level for the 2008-9 year.  MA/MS or ABD in Economics required, PhD in Economics preferred.  Applications from candidates with demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching are preferred.  The department will be searching to fill a tenure track position for the 2009-10 year for which the Ph.D. is required and for which a successful candidate could apply.  Teaching load is six sections per year; one of economic principles, three of statistics, two from public finance, history of economic thought, industrial organization, or senior seminar in economics.  Applicants should send a letter of application, vita, summarized evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names of three reference persons to:  HR@alb.edu.  Applications will be reviewed beginning June 16 and continue until the position is filled.  Albright College is a small liberal arts college in Reading, PA situated in the Northeast Corridor between Philadelphia PA and New York City.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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One Year Accounting Position

The Accounting Department at Albright College seeks applicants for a one-year appointment for the 2008/2009 academic year while searching for a tenure track hire to begin fall 2009.  Ideal candidates should have (or be near completion of) a doctorate in accounting or a related field; candidates with a Master’s degree in economics, business or accounting, a CPA certificate and college teaching experience will be considered.  Candidates should be capable of teaching auditing, income tax and introductory financial accounting.  Teaching load is three courses per semester.  

Albright College is a liberal arts institution consisting of approximately 1600 students, and is located within an hour of Philadelphia and three hours of New York, Baltimore and Washington, DC. Additional information about Albright College is available at www.albright.edu.

For consideration, please send letter of interest, a current vitae, names of three references, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to hr@alb.edu.  Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.

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Support Staff:

Secretary
Albright College seeks a full-time Secretary to provide clerical assistance in support of administrative activities for the Office of the President.  The individual works with minimal supervision and communicates with internal and external contacts using a high level of tact, confidentiality and diplomacy. Computer literacy required, preferably in Microsoft Office.  Experience in planning special events, a plus.  High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one year experience in related areas.  Send cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references to: Office of Human Resources, Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA 19612-5234.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer  and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.
Custodian (Third Shift)
Albright College has a full-time third shift position (10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.), Sunday through Thursday available for performing a variety of cleaning tasks in support of college activities.  Generally assigned tasks in one or more buildings.  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent plus ability to lift 30 lbs on a regular basis.  Experience in housekeeping or related field preferred but not necessary.  Complete application at Albright College, Office of Human Resources, 1800 North 12th Street, Richmond Corporation, Reading, PA.  Albright College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community.  In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position.