Employment at Salem

Salem Academy and College is an equal opportunity employer. Salem has both full-time and part-time staff positions available from time to time. We will post staff job openings as they become available.

To download an employment application for any of the positions below, please click here.

The following departments will accept applications at any time. If you are seeking employment in these areas, please contact the designated supervisor.

• Housekeeping, Building & Grounds Maintenance: (336) 721-2711

• Public Safety: (336) 917-5555

• Food Service: Aramark (336) 721-2709

Staff Positions Available

Head Women's Tennis Coach

Salem College, a private, women's college located in beautiful Winston-Salem, NC is seeking applicants for a Head Women's Tennis Coach. This is a part-time appointment reporting to the Director of Athletics. Salem College is a member of the Great South Athletic Conference.

Specific areas of responsibility will include student-athlete recruitment, training, conditioning and skill development as well as practice and game preparation. Commitment to academic success of student-athletes and ensuring adherence to the policies of Salem College, the GSAC and the NCAA will be an ongoing essential. Preference will be given to candidates with coaching experience at the collegiate level as well as experience recruiting to a private liberal arts college. A high level of self-motivation and excellent interpersonal skills are imperative. Resumes will be reviewed as they are received.  SC is an EOE employer. To apply submit letter of application, resume and list of three references to Melissa Barrett, Director of Athletics, at Melissa.Barrett@salem.edu.

Residential Coordinator

Position Title: Full-Time Female Residential Coordinator (live-in)

Department: Residence Life

Hours Per Week: 40 (some evenings and weekends required)

Compensation: $19,000-$20,000 (ten month period), furnished apartment (all utilities including cable), meal plan, reserved parking space

Position Requirements: A Bachelor’s Degree and previous experience working in residence life required. A Master’s Degree in student affairs or related field strongly preferred.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume electronically to leslie.rogers@salem.edu. No phone calls please. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Salem is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and underrepresented minorities to apply.

The Residential Coordinator’s (RC) role is to create a sense of community within the residence halls by valuing, supporting, challenging and empowering students to grow and develop through their relationships with others in accordance with the Salem College mission.

1. Staff Supervision Responsibilities
   1. Resident Assistant Staff:
      1. Supervise approximately 9-10 student leader staff members
      2. Conduct weekly staff meetings
      3. Conduct individual weekly “one-on-one” meetings
      4. Conduct in-service training as needed
      5. Participate in student recruitment process in the Spring
      6. Assist with two weeks of training prior to fall semester
      7. Conduct RA evaluations
      8. Develop and revise job descriptions
      9. Help to revise RC manual
      10. Coordinate RC on-call schedule
          
   2. Desk Worker Staff:
      1. Supervise approximately 5 – 10 work study positions
      2. Work with the desk manager to train and supervise desk workers
      3. Work with the desk manager to compile a front desk schedule
      4. Oversee the programming efforts in the lobby spaces
      5. Oversee the purchasing and financial responsibilities of the desk space
      6. Ensure the security of the desk space and lobby area​​
         
2. Administrative Responsibilities
   
   1. Coordinate the administrative, management, personnel and facilities functions of residence hall(s)
      
   2. Housing Assignments
      
      1. Assist the assistant dean of students with the room selection process
         
      2. Manage housing changes within residence halls according to the mediation process
         
      3. Keep up-to-date records of any room changes within the residence halls
         
      4. Send weekly housing updates to the assistant dean of students and the administrative assistant to the dean of students  
         
      5. Prepare end-of-year billing information for room damages
         
   3. Manage residence hall operations budget in conjunction with the secretary/treasurer of the residence halls
      
   4. Work 20 hours per week in hall office during the normal workday
      
   5. Regularly assess effectiveness of residence hall programs and goals
      
   6. Prepare end-of-year report on goals achieved by the residence life program
      
   7. Residence Life staff member
      
      1. Attend weekly RC staff meetings.
         
      2. Attend weekly “one-on-one” supervisory meetings with the assistant dean of students
         
      3. Participate in on-call rotation for emergency response plan for the entire campus
         
      4. Serve as a member of the Early Alert team to identify, track and develop plans for support for student academic persistence
         
   8. Open and close the residence halls at each break period and the beginning and end of the year.
      
      1. Track students on campus over breaks
         
      2. Ensure halls are empty at designated times
         
      3. Prepare halls for opening at beginning of year
         
      4. Track any damage and improper check-out fines​
         
3. Developmental and Educational Programming
   1. Oversee coordination of programs in the residence halls in support of the educational mission and goals of the College
   2. Provide staff training around topics related to student development and pertinent student life issues​
      
4. Individual Student Responsibilities
   1. Provide regular communication with students and parents regarding housing and personal issues
   2. Maintain a high level of student contact and availability
   3. Manage interpersonal student issues
      
      1. Provide informal counseling for student issues
         
      2. Provide conflict mediation
         
      3. Make referrals to professional staff, as deemed necessary
         
      4. Mediate issues related to roommate contracts
         
   4. Consistently and effectively confront inappropriate behavior by residents and guests
      
   5. Complete formal incident reports regarding policy violations and submit them to the assistant dean of students in a timely manner
      
   6. Respond to situations in the hall, even when not technically “on duty”
      
   7. Be on campus for any “all staff” weekend as designated by the assistant dean of students at the beginning of the year​
      
5. Student Conduct Responsibilities
   
   1. Administer minor level student conduct hearings
      
   2. Craft hearing letters and sanction letters
      
   3. Keep accurate records of student conduct files​
      
6. Other Duties as Assigned
   1. Administer programs and committee work as assigned by the assistant dean of students.
   2. Liaison with physical plant/ facilities for decisions related to maintenance in residential facilities.
   3. Assist with College recruitment efforts such as admissions events, convocations and special events, as needed

Assistant Director of Custodial Services

Salem Academy & College seeks Assistant Director of Custodial Services. Supervisory and/or mgmt. experience required. Applicant should possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include: developing/maintaining schedules, training, routine project cleaning and special functions. Submit letter of interest, resume and 3 references to:

george.morales@salem.edu OR
Salem Academy & College
Attn: George Morales
601 South Church Street
Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101

Custodian - Salem Academy and College

Full-time custodian position to provide routine and project cleaning as well as setups for functions. Experience and general working knowledge of standard cleaning practices required. A valid NC driver’s license, clean driving record and clear criminal background required. Submit a completed application to:

George Morales: george.morales@salem.edu OR
Salem Academy & College
Attn: George Morales
601 South Church Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Major Gifts Officer, Salem Academy and College

Founded in 1772, Salem Academy and College is comprised of the Academy, a college-preparatory day and boarding school for girls in grades 9-12, and Salem College, which offers undergraduate degrees for women, co-educational graduate degree programs in education, and programs for men and women ages 23 and older via the Martha H. Fleer Center for Adult Continuing Education. Located in Winston-Salem, NC, Salem Academy and College is currently seeking a Major Gifts Officer.

Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the Major Gifts Officer is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major and planned gift donors and prospects for Salem Academy and College. As a front-line fundraiser, this position manages and develops relationships with an extensive prospect portfolio and travels frequently. The Major Gifts Officer will design and direct special projects that enhance and expand the opportunities that Salem Academy and College provide for its students, faculty, staff, alumnae and community beyond the Salem campus.

A bachelor’s degree is required. Position requires three to five years of successful experience in major gift fundraising, preferably in higher education. The full position description can be accessed here.

Applications should include a personal letter addressing how the candidate's experiences match the position requirements, current resume, and at least three (3) references with e-mails and telephone numbers. Review of materials will begin immediately with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2013 or sooner. Inquiries and applications will be held in strictest confidence. Application materials may be sent to: Development Officer Search, Office of Institutional Advancement, 601 S. Church St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101; Fax (336) 917-5556; e-mail: melissa.wilson@salem.edu.

Part-Time Assistant Athletic Trainer, ATC/LAT

Salem Academy and College is accepting applications for the part-time position of assistant athletic trainer. This position will be responsible for sports medicine prevention, evaluation, management, rehabilitation and recordkeeping of injuries to student athletes. Additional duties include coverage of home practices/contests and supervision of student workers. Other duties may be included on short term basis. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization with professional experience. A master’s degree and professional experience is preferred. Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations is required.  Submit letter of application, resume and list of three references to eddie.stevens@salem.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately. EOE.

Faculty Positions Available

Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor, Political Science

One-year full-time position for the 2013-14 academic year, beginning August 19, 2013. Requirements include a minimum of a Masters Degree in Political Science or Public Policy from an accredited institution and evidence of successful teaching experience. Ph.D. or ABD preferred. The teaching assignment includes American Government, Introduction to Public Policy, Research Methods, Ethics and Politics, and Gender Politics and Policy; both day and evening classes are expected. Please submit a cover letter, transcripts, curriculum vitae and the names of three reference contacts to Dr. David Foley, Director of Political Science Program, in care of Ms. Gerry Hayes, Political Science/Public Policy Search (gerry.hayes@salem.edu). Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. Salem College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and underrepresented minorities to apply.

Adjunct Psychology Instructor

The Salem College Department of Psychology has need for a part-time instructor who will teach evening courses in social psychology during the 2013-2014 academic year.  Preference will be given to individuals with expertise teaching social psychology (social cognition, perception, influence, group dynamics) at the undergraduate level.

Minimum qualifications for part-time instructors at Salem College are a doctoral or master's degree in the subject area of the course or master's degree with a concentration of at least 18 graduate semester hours in the subject area.  A doctoral degree in social psychology or general psychology with an emphasis in social psychology is preferred, and degrees must be from accredited institutions. If your qualifications meet the needs of the Psychology Department, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities.  Please e-mail your letter of interest and resumé or curriculum vitae to Dr. Mary Jacobsen, department chair, at mary.jacobsen@salem.edu and be sure to include the words "Psychology Adjunct Faculty Applicant" and your last name in the subject line of your e-mail.

Review of applications begins immediately.

Salem is an equal opportunity employer and encourages underrepresented minorities to apply.

Adjunct Instructor of Accounting

The Salem College department of business and economics sometimes has need for part-time instructors who will teach primarily in the evening course schedule. We invite applications for potential openings in accounting to teach traditional "seated" accounting courses (not online courses).

Minimum qualifications for part-time instructors at Salem College are a doctoral or master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). A terminal degree is preferred, and degrees must be from accredited institutions. Significant business experience may substitute for academic credentials in some cases. If your qualifications meet the needs of the business and economics department for the fall and/or spring semesters, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. Needs change from semester to semester. Please e-mail your letter of interest and resumé or curriculum vitae to Professor Ron Cardwell, department chair, at ron.cardwell@salem.edu and be sure to include the words "B&E Adjunct Faculty Applicant-Accounting" and your last name in the subject line of your e-mail. EOE.

Administration Positions

No administrative positions are open at this time.