Job Openings

Academic Dean

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary seeks applicants for the position of Academic Dean. The Dean will be responsible for the effective administration of the academic affairs of the Seminary, including both degree and non-degree programs. Strong applicants will have: (1) demonstrated excellence in teaching; (2) administrative expertise, and (3) scholarly publications.The Dean will be engaged in faculty development and strategic planning and will work with the assistance of the Faculty, the Associate Deans, the Registrar, the Directors of non-degree programs, and the Doctor of Ministry Director. Racial/ethnic minority persons and women are especially encouraged to apply; Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Please send a cover letter, your vita, and the names/contact information for three possible recommenders by September 15 to: The Office of the President, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, 100 East 27 St., Austin, TX, 78705-5797 or email to nreese@austinseminary.edu. Queries about the position should be directed to Professor Cynthia Rigby, Search Committee Chair, at deansearch@austinseminary.edu.

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Director of Lifelong Learning

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary seeks applicants for the position of Director of Lifelong Learning. The Director is responsible for the design and implementation of the Seminary’s College of Pastoral Leaders program as well as developing and coordinating continuing education courses and events. The position requires a graduate theological degree (MA, MRE, MDiv and/or DMin), at least five years of full-time professional experience in ministry, knowledge of the professional development needs of church leaders and congregational life, and an understanding of the relationships between church leaders and seminaries, congregations and judicatories.  Responsibilities for this position include writing for an annual publication, planning and hosting a large annual conference and numerous smaller events, and coordinating with the faculty and administration of the Seminary in its offering of educational opportunities to a broad ecclesial audience. The successful candidate for the position will be energetic, creative, organized, and familiar with social networking and marketing.  The successful candidate will have experience writing for church audiences, and may perform some grant writing. The Director supervises one administrative assistant.  Some out of town travel will be required.
 
Austin Seminary is an equal-opportunity employer; women and racial-ethnic minority persons are strongly encouraged to apply.
 
Please attach a cover letter and CV to your online application, which can be found here.

Application deadline is October 15, 2010.

Seminary Receptionist / Support Staff Person

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary has an opportunity for a hard-working, organized, dedicated, and self-motivated Receptionist / Support Staff person to serve as the public face and voice that greets internal and external students, staff and guests.  This is a fast-paced, high traffic, visible position.  The ideal candidate has a very strong people-oriented mindset, is able to discern persons’ needs and accommodate as appropriate, is calm under pressure, and sincerely desires to make a difference in the lives of others.

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Austin Seminary is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.