If you would like to consider joining the Siena Heights team, please review the open positions listed below and submit all requested application documents to shujobs@sienaheights.edu. Please reference the position title in the subject line of the email to ensure timely review and distribution of your application materials. Per University policy, we will only accept application materials for currently open positions.

Siena Heights University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status in the institution’s programs or activities or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The University promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons and veterans. 

Siena Heights University is a smoke-free environment and as such, prohibits smoking in all facilities. Siena Heights University is a drug-free workplace.

Siena Heights University is committed to attracting, encouraging, and retaining a highly qualified workforce to support our mission of assisting people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all. Siena Heights University is a renowned liberal arts institution located in Adrian, Mich. Siena’s success is the result of a diverse workforce coming together to help shape the future.

Any information provided to Siena Heights University during the application process (i.e. such as, but not limited to: cover letters, CV/resumes, educational transcripts, references, etc.) will be deemed to be a truthful and complete disclosure of an applicant’s past work experience, educational background, skills and abilities.

Any information and documents provided to the University during the application process that is found to be false, incomplete or misrepresented in any respect, will be sufficient cause to eliminate a candidate from further consideration for employment and/or may result in immediate discharge from the University.

We encourage applicants to submit the voluntary applicant background survey that assists the University in ensure that our recruitment efforts are reaching all segments of the country, as required by federal law. Your voluntary responses are treated in a highly confidential manner. They are not released to any search committee, employment panels, selecting officials, or anyone else who can affect your application. Your responses are stored as a tally for the group of all applicants for this vacancy in a manner that cannot be associated with any individual application and data summarizing will be conducted to ensure that the University is effectively recruiting from all portions of the country. No individual data is ever provided to selecting officials. No information taken from this form is ever placed in a personnel file.

Any questions related to employment can be forwarded to the attention of the Human Resources Department.

Siena Heights University
Department of Human Resources
1247 E. Siena Heights Dr.
Adrian, MI 49221
517-264-7109
shujobs@sienaheights.edu

EMPLOYMENT FORMS:

Applicant Background Survey

OPEN POSITIONS:

About:

The Custodial Worker is responsible for performing cleaning services and assisting with campus events, as needed during afternoon operations in a five- day per week operation. The Custodial Worker is expected to ensure the cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of the general-purpose buildings across the university campus. 

Responsibilities:

Cleaning and upkeep of the University buildings and facilities, including classrooms, lounges, offices, restrooms, hallways, and athletic facilities; oversee the collection and disposal of waste materials and handling of recycling materials. Participates in furniture moves/office set-up and responds to campus emergencies as necessary. Works closely with student affairs, housing, athletics, and building maintenance personnel with respect to daily needs, modifications, and summer maintenance and camp programs. Provide personnel support and effective supervision and leadership. deadlines with severe time constraints. Work over-time when necessary or required. Perform other duties as assigned or required. 

Requirements:

Three years of proven experience in performing custodial work is preferred. Comprehensive working knowledge of custodial materials and chemicals, cleaning equipment, proper chemical handling and disposal, and safety regulations is required. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of college students and employees. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. on a routine basis. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required. 

Anticipated Schedule:

  • Afternoon shift 
  • Day shift 
  • Weekends as needed 

Work Type: Full-time and Part-time

Salary: $15.00 per hour 

Expected hours: 40 per week 

Benefits: 

  • 401(k) matching 
  • Dental insurance 
  • Disability insurance 
  • Employee assistance program 
  • Employee discount 
  • Flexible spending account 
  • Health insurance 
  • Health savings account 
  • Life insurance 
  • Paid time off 
  • Paid training 
  • Retirement plan 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Vision insurance 
  • Wellness program 

Ability to commute/relocate: 

  • Adrian, MI 49221: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) 
  • Work location: in person/onsite 

About:

Siena Heights University’s Nursing & Health Sciences Division is seeking a full-time nursing faculty member for the Nursing & Health Sciences Division. This position will begin in August 2024.

Programs offered include a prelicensure baccalaureate nursing program, a post-licensure RN to BSN completion program, and a master’s in nursing leadership program. The Nursing Faculty member is responsible for teaching courses within the various programs as assigned, providing academic advising to students, and participating in scholarly activities and service to the university.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare syllabi for and instruct student nurses in the theoretical, lab, and clinical aspects of the practice of nursing, equivalent to 12 semester hours per semester.

  • Provide appropriate feedback and assign grades to students on a timely basis.

  • Meet the deadlines set by the registrar’s office related to such activities as grading (midterm and final), scheduling, etc.

  • Participate in nursing curriculum development in conformity with objectives of the nursing program and accreditation standards.

  • Provide data on learning outcomes assessment in a timely manner.

  • Attend to his/her professional development and appropriate scholarly activity for academic rank and practice certification/licensure.

  • Participate in program, division, and university faculty meetings.

  • Participate on university committees or an appropriate substitute activity negotiated with an Assistant Dean or Program Director, e.g., moderating a student organization.

  • Serve as an academic advisor for nursing students and assist the nursing program in recruitment and retention efforts.

  • Assist in the preparation of reports required by the national and state accrediting agencies.

  • Attend fall convocation, honors convocation, common dialog day, and commencement.

  • Participate in faculty and university activities in the weeks prior to and following the academic year.

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the program coordinator, division chairperson, or dean.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Minimum of a master’s degree in nursing and preferably a doctoral degree in nursing or an appropriate related discipline from a nationally accredited college or university.

  • Current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Michigan.

  • Demonstrated expertise in nursing practice for the assigned courses.

  • Demonstrated teaching experience and scholarly achievement for academic appointment.

  • Must be committed to teaching excellence in the liberal arts environment.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be dependable in reporting for work as scheduled.

  • Must be able to tolerate moderately changing temperature and humidity levels.

Supervised by: Assistant Dean of Academics – Nursing and Health Sciences

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Qualified candidates are invited to send their cover letter, Curriculum Vita, a copy of their current nursing license, a list of three professional references, three letters of recommendation and a personal nursing and teaching philosophy statement to Dr. Joanne Yastik at jyastik@sienaheights.edu Transcripts and other evidentiary documentation requested at a later date.

In the subject line of the email, please reference the job title of this position to ensure timely review and distribution of your materials. Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. EOE.

About:

The Student Success Advisor (Advisor) works in the Center for Student Success (CSS) to support student registration, persistence, and retention efforts with a caseload of 200-300 students. The Advisor serves as a success coach, advocate, and educational planner for advisees. As a professional, the Advisor in the CSS provide support and guidance for students to create academic and co-curricular plans, connect students with resources and opportunities and serve as a source of ongoing support to students throughout their college career.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Proficient in Siena Heights University curriculum, degree requirements and student database management system.
  • Provide advising and registration assistance to approximately 200-300 students while maintaining accurate documentation and frequent contact for each advisee.
  • Coach and mentor students through academic, personal, professional and social areas of concern while providing resources as needed to help students be successful.
  • Proactively assist students with creating plans of study for degree completion and registering for appropriate courses.
  • Monitor and track course progression and ensure timely interventions for students as needed.
  • Act as a liaison and advocate for students with department and university partners.
  • Collaborate with student support specialists in the CSS to advance student and university goals regarding graduation, persistence and retention.
  • Teach section(s) of LAS100 and assist with first year experience programming to help students transition to university.
  • Participate in orientation and other campus-wide events as needed.
  • Collateral Assignment – Student Success Advisor will, at an appropriate time to be determined by the Director of the Center for Student Success, have a limited assignment in another student-centered department.
  • Other duties within the scope of the CSS as assigned by Director of the Center for Student Success.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree in the field of education, higher education, psychology or counseling and one to two years’ work experience in higher education, preferably in advising, registrar’s office, admissions, student accounts or student support services. Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, psychology or closely related field preferred.
  • Understanding of university resources for academic, financial and social support.
  • Must have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills and be a strong collaborator.
  • Must be proficient in the use of software such as word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be dependable in reporting for work as scheduled, including some evening and weekend hours.
  • Must be able to tolerate moderately changing temperature and humidity levels.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly in person, via telephone and electronically.
  • Must be able to use office machines such as computer, multi-line telephone, copier and fax.
  • Must be able to bend, lift, stoop and carry objects weighing not more than 10 lbs.

 

Supervised by: Director of the Center for Student Success

Supervises: None

Interacts with: Students, faculty, parents, other University Staff and the community