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: Mary R. Burnett
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.

Last updated 07/01/2009.

Director of Student Life - Student Development

Rockhurst University, located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri has an opening for a Director of Student Life.  The successful candidate will provide a variety of extracurricular and co-curricular opportunities for students.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: advise fraternity and sorority community and programs; plan and implement leadership development programming for existing and new leaders; manage allocation process of the Student Activity Fee (over $500,000 annually); provide guidance for the Social Activities Board; negotiate entertainment contracts for University performances; coordinate the University’s calendar of events for all student organizations and Student Development programs; and facilitate University wide programs throughout the year.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Counseling, Higher Education, or Student Affairs and 3 to 5 years related experience.  The position also requires excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to collaborate with a team of Student Development and other University/non-University professionals, and skills in using Microsoft Office products.  Experience with performance contracts and riders, web page design, and training in and facilitation of leadership development is also desired. 

Candidates should submit cover letter with, resume and contact information for three references to: Sean Grube, Director of Residence Life & Assistant Dean of Students, at sean.grube@rockhurst.edu by July 3, 2009.  EOE

Assistant Director of Student Life – Student Development

Student Development is seeking a motivated higher education professional committed to student learning and development to fill this position.  The incumbent will have responsibility for providing guidance on traditional event programming including Homecoming, Family Weekend, Rockhurst Day, Rockstock, etc.  Plan and implement new student orientation programs including training and development for student groups and student staff recruitment.  Provide coordination for student organizations including overseeing the student organization registration process each semester.  Instruct one (1) section of a one (1) credit hour leadership course each semester.  Coordinate the annual Student Development Leadership awards process including collecting submissions, determining award winners and assisting with the Festival of Student Achievement week committee.  Some evening and weekend work is required.

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.

This position will offer a competitive salary. Resumes will be accepted until position is filled. Position is available immediately.   A Masters degree in Student Affairs or Higher Education is preferred. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three job-related references to mike.theobald@rockhurst.edu or mail information to Mike Theobald, Rockhurst University, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO 64110.  EOE