Rockford University is accepting applications for the position of Head Women’s Basketball Coach. The Head Coach is responsible for the direction and organization of the Rockford University women’s basketball program. The coach is responsible for the recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, supervision of coaching staff, practice planning, player skill/leadership development, fiscal responsibility and alumni cultivation. The coach is expected to demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship and conduct becoming of the coaching profession. The coach is expected to annually review any rule changes relative to the sport and to always adhere to all rules, regulations and policies of NCAA Division III and the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: 

• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
• Organize and conduct an appropriate number of practice sessions and direct all activities during contests.
• Coach team members, individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques.
• Develop and implement game strategy and position assignments.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Provide an environment that supports the achievement of the academic goals of the student-athlete.
• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission of their academic records for admissions.
• Includes identifying prospective student-athletes, evaluating high school prospects, and maintaining accurate records and databases.
• Responsible for meeting the college-identified annual recruiting goal for the program.
• Prepare a schedule of contests and team activities in conjunction with the director of athletics that complies with departmental policies, goals and objectives
• Coordinates the scouting and video film online exchange.
• Administer the sport budget in a fiscally responsible manner; submit all purchase requests to the director of athletics for prior approval. Develop program’s fundraising strategies.
• Coordinate team travel, housing and meals and submit a travel itinerary prior to the start of each season.
• Responsible for the distribution, collection and purchasing of athletic equipment and supplies.
• Manage the development and coordination of community service projects for team members.
• Cultivate alumni groups associated with the program in conjunction with the office of alumni programs.
• Complete other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience playing and/or coaching, particularly at the NCAA Division III level.
• Position specific knowledge of the game.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and diversity.
• Availability for night and weekend work/travel. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 3-5 years of college coaching experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and personal automobile insurance. Must meet insurability requirements as set by the University’s insurance.

TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu. This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $48,000-$50,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

The Student Advocate will be responsible for analyzing and answering questions (face to face or over the phone) about students’ academic progress, financial aid and accounts as well as preparing/entering financial aid packages. This position is also responsible for processing and maintaining student records, distribution of cash for check cashing and petty cash distribution as well as working with students to set up acceptable payment arrangements.  This position will work with current students in a proactive manner to insure they meet all deadlines for academic and financial related procedures. Other responsibilities include preparing various pieces for mailing/distribution (e.g. financial aid packages, grades, registration materials and account statements/bills).

General Expectations:

• Provide efficient, professional and accurate information in a manner which fosters/supports respect for all members of the Rockford University
• Respond with “sense of urgency” to all customers’ questions and/or concerns
• Maintain/foster positive atmosphere to ensure all “transactions/contacts” are handled with the highest level of customer service
• Knowledgeable/proficient in all standard procedures of registration, student accounts and financial aid
• Knowledgeable about procedures of other departments and contact information to accurately direct customers as needed
• Promote/adhere to goals of increasing retention rates and communicate concerns to appropriate person(s) to ensure this goal
• Represent the Student Administrative Services department on various college committees
• Participate in functions that have a direct link to SAS (e.g. R.O.A.R. and Transfer Registration events).

Principal Activities: 

• Knowledgeable of procedures for contacting students and collection of student accounts with outstanding balances
• Attend various training sessions offered through ELM, ISAC, and ILASFAA.
• Assist students, parents, faculty and staff with questions by providing answers with regards to all services provided by SAS
• Accurately direct students, parents, faculty or staff to appropriate persons for all other campus services
• Process all forms needed for registration such as: registration cards, add/drop, degree declaration(s), and graduation
• Assist students in processing of any financial aid related forms
• Disburse (in accordance to rules/regulations) financial aid advances and cash returns to students with account credits as well as cash student payroll checks
• Enter data/maintaining student accounts/records to ensure all balances are accurate and students receive current information
• Ensure petty cash requests are processed within the approved procedures and disburse when verified/approved.
• Assist in preparing various communications from SAS including financial aid packages, grades, registration, account statements and other mailings as needed
• Responsible for the timely and accurate filing of all forms received from students, faculty or staff
• Apply loan checks and electronic fund transfers to student accounts
• Assume additional duties as assigned by the AVP for SAS

Education:

Bachelor Degree Preferred.

Work Experience:

Prefer a minimum of three years of experience in at least one of these areas: customer service, financial aid or retail sales.

Skills and Certifications:

• Proven customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, multi-task oriented environment.
• Proficient in MS word, MS excel and “data” programs

To apply:

Please submit resume, cover letter indicating salary requirements, and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu . Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position if filled. This fulltime, nonexempt opportunity offers an hourly wage of $17.50.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University invites applications for the position of Head Women’s Soccer Coach, reporting to the Director of Athletics. The primary emphases of this position are to coach, recruit, and support the mission of Rockford University. Essential to the efforts of the Head Women’s Soccer Coach will be the pursuit of student development experiences that are aligned with the vision and mission of the University. Evening and weekend hours are required for this fulltime position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional/Coaching
1. Head Coach for Women’s Soccer program.
2. Using an outcomes-based model, monitor the academic progress of student athletes.
3. Manage and maintain the budget for the program.
4. Develop policies, programs and services that minimize college liability in Women’s Soccer.

Specific Responsibilities
1. Coach Women’s Soccer (recruit student athletes, develop schedules, attend conference meetings, etc…).
2. Establish goals for the four competencies of the program review process:
Recruiting, Retention, Student-Athlete Experience & Competitiveness.
3. The coach is expected to consult and use information from professional associations such as National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
4. The coach is responsible for special tasks assigned by the Director of Athletics.
5. Responsible for attending monthly athletic staff meetings.
6. Assist with and take an active role in departmental fund-raising.
7. Organize a minimum of one community service event with each sport programs.
8.  Follow all rules and regulations of the NCAA, NACC and Rockford University.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• A Master’s Degree is preferred; however, a bachelor’s degree will be considered if the candidate has appropriate experience.
  • Experience working with student-athletes in a college setting.
  • Experience with NCAA regulations.

TO APPLY:

Review of resumes will begin immediately.  Please submit cover letter indicating salary requirements, resume and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu. This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $45000-$48,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

EOE

Rockford University is accepting applications for the position of Graduate Assistant for Men’s Soccer to begin August 1, 2023. The selected candidate will receive up to 21 hours of tuition remission per academic year, room and board and a monthly stipend. Requirements include working a minimum of 30 hours per week over 12 months.

SUMMARY:
1. To foster, mold, guide, lead, and direct student-athletes towards a quality educational experience in order to obtain the ultimate goal of a degree.
2. To develop a successful collegiate women’s soccer program and individual coaching philosophy through recruiting, off-season programs, practice planning, and in-season execution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Recruiting phone calls, off-campus visits, setting up on-campus visits.
• High School visits, both in and out of state.
• Setting up and executing practices.
• Game and practice coaching.
• Individual student-athlete meetings.
• Weekly study table sessions.
• Set up individual tutoring and learning sessions through the usage of Rockford University programs.
• Classroom attendance and grade checks.
• Strength and conditioning supervision.
• Film breakdown of both practice and game film.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• • Bachelors Degree.
  • Acceptance into the graduate program
  • Successful playing experience preferably at the collegiate level.
  • Position specific knowledge of the game
  • A valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance
• Insurable for driving per University policy
• • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Must be willing to take initiative and work hard
  • Working knowledge of Strength and Conditioning

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Human Resources@rockford.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and be accepted until the position is filled.

EOE

Rockford University seeks to hire a part-time employee to complete general maintenance tasks on a temporary basis. The selected candidate will work up to 24 hours per week, starting at 9 am and working Monday through Friday. Work may be individual or working within assigned areas with a member of the Maintenance, Grounds, or Housekeeping Staff. Perform general maintenance, grounds, or cleaning duties daily, operate hand tools, riding lawn mowers, snow blowers, vacuums, other Facilities equipment as needed, work from a ladder, and perform related duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Operations. Punctuality and attention to detail are critical components of employment. Hours vary according to projects and tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. General cleaning: bathroom disinfection, sweeping, dust mopping, damp mopping, vacuuming, dusting, washing windows, and picking up trash in designated areas.
2. Major cleaning: walls, woodwork, doors, light fixtures, carpets and furniture.
3. Work from a ladder, assist in moving furniture (able to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds).
4. Assist Maintenance personnel with routine repairs as required.
5. Assist with room set-ups and take-downs for events.
6. Operate the following equipment: vacuums and wet vacuums, riding lawn mowers, hand tools such as drills, saws, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and other equipment as necessary.
7. Vacuum and clean fan coils, check fan motors and change filters.
8. Must present a neat appearance at ALL times. May wear: T-shirts, sweatshirts, jeans, and slacks. May NOT wear: Sleeveless shirts, tank tops, crop tops, shorts, or open-toed shoes and gym shoes. All clothing should be free of offensive or derogatory print/pictures.
9. Ability to set work priorities and to work independently in cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work duties.
10. Work shoes must be work at all times.
11. Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in working with faculty, staff and students with diverse backgrounds including academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, and disabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A self-starter, must be able to take initiative with minimal guidance when necessary.
Must be comfortable working both as an individual and as part of a team.
Must have excellent time-management skills.
Must be able to follow directions or verbal instructions.
Must be able to operate and maintain all equipment as instructed
Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
Must have good oral and reading skills.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
Must have some mechanical or maintenance experience, or experience with housekeeping.

Must possess valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable for driving per RU policy.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Ability to speak and understand English.
Prior experience working as a custodian, mechanic, or grounds employee is helpful.
Basic math skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel. The incumbent may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to work outside sometimes in extreme warm or cold temperatures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Employees work outside or inside campus buildings. When working inside, employees must remember that they are in a professional environment, and they may be seen by visitors and the greater college community. When working outside, employees may be required to work in hot, rainy, snowy, or cold environments.

TO APPLY:

Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Please submit a resume and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu.  Selected candidate will undergo a pre-employment background check.  

EOE