Staff Positions

Our Job Openings page is primarily for staff positions and will be updated as positions become available and are filled.

Applications for faculty/adjunct positions should be directed to the appropriate academic department. We do not accept unsolicited resumes. If you would like to submit your cover letter and resume in response to a position you see listed on our Job Openings page, please reference the title of the position for which you are applying and send to the following address, unless other directions are specified in the advertisement:

Rockhurst University
Attn: Human Resources
1100 Rockhurst Rd
Kansas City, MO 64110

Resumes that do not identify the position for which the candidate is applying will not be considered. Thank you for your interest in Rockhurst University.

Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The positions below are the current job opportunities at Rockhurst University.

To apply, please follow the instructions indicated in the advertisement for the job.

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Corporate and Foundations Relations Coordinator - Advancement 

Rockhurst University currently has an opportunity for a Corporate and Foundation Relations Coordinator.  Reporting to the Director of Major Giving, this position is responsible for working with various areas of the University to develop and coordinate corporate relationships and research, identify and develop foundation funding sources to support existing and planned programs. The Corporate and Foundation Relations Coordinator identifies corporate and foundation prospects and develops cultivation and solicitation strategies.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years fundraising or related experience, excellent communication and social skills, willingness to travel, and solid computer skills in Microsoft Office products.  The successful candidate will also have an appreciation of and commitment to the Jesuit mission, values, and goals of the University. An understanding of the Kansas City civic and business community is essential.

Rockhurst University is a Jesuit, Catholic university serving 3,000 students in the business and cultural center of Kansas City, Missouri.  It is a comprehensive university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs taught by nationally recognized faculty.  We employ approximately 500 faculty and staff.

Interested applicants should send resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and list of professional references to hr@rockhurst.edu or mail to Rockhurst University, Human Resources Department, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO  64110

Rockhurst University values diversity, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

Gift Officer – University Advancement

Rockhurst University currently has an opportunity for a Gift Officer in the Office of University Advancement.  Reporting to the Director of Major Giving, the Gift Officer is responsible for engaging a portfolio of approximately 150 individuals and soliciting gifts of $5,000 or more in support of Rockhurst University. The Gift Officer helps identify high-end annual donors for cultivation, and designs and develops solicitation strategies to transition donors to the major giving level.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree and 2 years fundraising or related experience, a track record of soliciting gifts from individuals at $5,000 and above, excellent communication and social skills, willingness to travel, and solid computer skills in Microsoft Office products. The successful candidate will also have an appreciation of and commitment to the Jesuit mission, values, and goals of the University. An understanding of the Kansas City civic and business community is desirable but not essential.

Rockhurst University is a Jesuit, Catholic university serving 3,000 students in the business and cultural center of Kansas City, Missouri.  It is a comprehensive university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs taught by nationally recognized faculty.  We employ approximately 500 faculty and staff.

Interested applicants should send resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and list of professional references to hr@rockhurst.edu or mail to Rockhurst University, Human Resources Department, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO  64110.

Rockhurst University values diversity, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

Acquisitions and Serials Librarian – Greenlease Library

The Rockhurst University Greenlease Library is seeking a dynamic and innovative librarian who will serve as a key member of its team. This position provides strategic leadership in the areas of acquisitions and serials management through dedicated job performance, collaboration, and service excellence to diverse constituencies.

Reporting directly to the Head of Technical Services, the Acquisitions and Serials Librarian is a full-time exempt staff position. The successful candidate will have a MLS from an ALA accredited master’s program, experience with using an integrated library system, proficiency in using Microsoft Excel or a comparable spreadsheet program, proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all internal and external constituents, proven strong organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills, demonstrated aptitude for detail-oriented work and have an appreciation of the Jesuit mission, values, and goals of the University.

Responsibilities include:

  • Manages expenditures and accounting for acquisitions including reconciliation, statistics and report creation.
  • Coordinate the check-in and claims of all library materials.
  • Create and maintain records within all library system including records as required in accordance with national standards.
  • Serve as the library’s primary vendor contact and accounts administrator.
  • Responsible for continued access to electronic resources.
  • Evaluate and improve the workflow, documents, policies and procedures of acquisitions and serials and provide training as needed.
  • Provide reference and instruction services as needed.
  • Act as a liaison to assigned academic departments to facilitate collection development.
  • Serve on professional and university committees as a representative of the library.

Rockhurst is a Catholic, Jesuit university serving 3,000 students in the business and cultural center of Kansas City, MO. It is a comprehensive university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs taught by nationally recognized faculty. We employ approximately 500 faculty and staff. 

Full time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life insurance, 125 Tax Savings Plan, tax deferred retirement plan with company match, free undergraduate classes for employees, spouses and eligible dependent children, vacation and sick time along with paid holidays. 

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to hr@rockhurst.edu or mail to Human Resources, Rockhurst University, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO  64110.  We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives.  Rockhurst University uses e-verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Major Gifts Officer – University Advancement

Rockhurst University currently has an opportunity for a Major Gifts Officer. Reporting to the Director of Major Giving, this position is responsible for engaging a portfolio of approximately 150 individuals and soliciting gifts of $25,000 or more in support of Rockhurst University. The Major Gifts Officer helps identify prospects, cultivates potential donors, designs and develops solicitation strategies, identifies gift opportunities that match donors' interest, personally solicits gifts, and continually stewards donors.

This position requires a bachelor's degree and 5+ years major gift fundraising experience, a track record of soliciting gifts from individuals at $25,000 and above, excellent communication and social skills, willingness to travel, and solid computer skills in Microsoft Office products. CFRE Certification is preferred. The successful candidate will also have an appreciation of and commitment to the Jesuit mission, values, and goals of the University. An understanding of the Kansas City civic and business community is desirable but not essential.

Rockhurst University is a Jesuit, Catholic university serving 3,000 students in the business and cultural center of Kansas City, Missouri. It is a comprehensive university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs taught by nationally recognized faculty. We employ approximately 500 faculty and staff.

Interested applicants should send resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and list of professional references to Rockhurst University, Human Resources Department, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO 64110 or send electronically to HR@rockhurst.edu.

Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

Assessment Coordinator - Office for Assessment, Academic Affairs

 Rockhurst University currently has an opportunity available for an Assessment Coordinator.   In this highly autonomous position, key responsibilities include compiling, analyzing, and reporting evidence of institutional effectiveness, with particular emphasis on student learning, engagement, and satisfaction; supporting faculty and staff in conducting effective department and program-level assessment; providing support for strategic planning, evaluation, and accreditation; co-chairing the Committee on Rockhurst Assessment and serving on various other committees; managing the course evaluation process; and engaging in administrative responsibilities, including archiving assessment reports, managing the assessment budget, maintaining assessment web pages on the university intranet, and supervising work study student(s). 

Qualified individuals will have the ability to work independently but also take instruction from supervisor and other administrators; excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously; proficiency in statistical data analysis, Excel, and PowerPoint; good written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to present data in a clear and concise manner; and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.  A master’s degree in a related area is strongly preferred.

Review of applications begins immediately, and the anticipated start date is July 2, 2012.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and names of three references to keli.braitman@rockhurst.edu or mail to Dr. Keli Braitman, Office for Assessment, Rockhurst University, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO  64110.  EOE