Administrative Positions

Texas Lutheran University is seeking applicants for an Associate Vice President for Finance/Controller. This full-time position reports to the Vice President for Finance & Chief Financial Officer. The Associate Vice President for Finance/Controller is responsible for managing the university’s accounting, finance, and analysis functions; ensures compliance with Board of Regents' policies, university business policies and procedures, state and federal fiscal management laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting standards and is responsible for developing and maintaining seamless data sharing among all divisions of the university.

Position requirements include:

• A degree in Accounting
• 10 years progressive experience in accounting and management. Higher education experience is desirable
• Understanding of and a commitment to the TLU mission
• Thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and related fund accounting principles
• Knowledge of computing and computer-assisted fiscal and administrative systems; software to quantify and illustrate complex financial reports, comparisons, impacts, and/or projections
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policies and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to develop and implement effective fiscal/accounting policies and financial controls; plan, implement, and direct a varying range of accounting and associated information systems projects and initiatives; evaluate and assess the financial viability and legality of contract, grant, and/or financial award arrangements; interpret audit information and to institute financial policy, procedure, and/or operational corrections and modifications
• High degree of judgment is required to deal with complex factors which are not easily evaluated
• Make decisions and develop policies to cover situations for which there is little precedent
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong analytical skills

Benefits are competitive. Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. Please submit an application, a resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources
Texas Lutheran University
1000 W. Court Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
Fax: (830) 372-6409
Email: humanresources@tlu.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and has been recognized consistently as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education and has been featured in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings in various categories. The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.

Texas Lutheran University is seeking a Health Services Nurse to provide nursing care and health services to include testing; nursing assessment and first aid; dissemination of health services information; maintenance of a variety of heath records; coordination of referrals as appropriate; oversight of community agreements with local health groups and facilities; and implementation of campus health and wellness programming.

The Health Services Nurse reports to the Associate Dean of Student Life & Learning and provides professional nursing care to sick and injured students and staff; makes independent nursing assessments regarding illnesses and emergency situations according to established policies and guidelines; and refers more complex medical problems to the Medical Director, Urgent Care Clinic, or other appropriate healthcare professional. The Health Services Nurse also administers first aid; responds to campus medical emergencies and provides basic emergency care according to approved procedures. This position will maintain accurate confidential health records and statistics; record medications administered; provide essential information to appropriate staff; and report suspected abuse, molestation and neglect in accordance with legal requirements. The Health Services Nurse will act as the primary liaison with the TLU Medical Director, Clear Springs Urgent Care Clinic and telehealth service provider.

Position qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Must have current licensure with the Texas Board of Nursing Examiners; LVN/RN.
• Two years related experience is required.
• High degree of judgment is required to analyze facts and make decisions based on conclusions for which there is little precedent
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Emergency healthcare and medical assessment techniques
• Awareness of community health resources, illness prevention and wellness programming, health issues pertinent to the college population and intervention
• Demonstrated ability to work with multicultural and multilingual populations
• Familiar with Hispanic Serving Institutions and their mission
• A strong understanding of and appreciation for the mission of church-related higher education, especially in the Lutheran tradition

Benefits are competitive. Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. Please submit an application, a resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources
Texas Lutheran University
1000 W. Court Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
Fax: (830) 372-6409
Email: humanresources@tlu.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and has been recognized consistently as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education and has been featured in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings in various categories. The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.

Texas Lutheran University seeks a Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness who will lead and assist the institution in the effective use of data and analysis to transform the lives of students. Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that through a community of faith and learning, empowers a diverse student body through an education centered on the liberal arts and professional programs. In pursuit of a more just world, TLU is committed to academic excellence, servant leadership, and career development. This is a full-time, 12-month exempt administrative position, with an anticipated start date of July 2021.

This role is highly visible and requires strong planning, execution, and collaborative skills as well as demonstrated experience in bringing about institutional change to continue to meet the needs of traditional and non-traditional students in the 21^st century. This position will be critical as Texas Lutheran University looks to thoughtfully grow its academic program portfolio along with strengthening its commitment to student success, retention, and engagement, under a renewed commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, utilizing and aligning with the new institutional strategic plan, the action plan for racial justice prepared by the President’s Cabinet, and the strategic plan for diversity, equity, and inclusion prepared by the University’s Diversity Committee. TLU is seeking an individual who has a deep understanding of the multiple constituents of a university and the strength of data-driven decision making as a tool for the institution to meet its many goals.
Key Responsibilities:

The Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness enhances institutional effectiveness by meeting the data and analysis needs of executives, departmental administrators, and faculty. The Director:

• Establishes, administers, and coordinates the University’s institutional research activities, including collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting information to the University for use in data-driven decision making.
• Provides leadership and is responsible for the collection, analysis, reporting, and maintenance of institutional information needed by institutional leadership. Directs and manages the extraction of information from the enterprise-wide relational data base and other sources creating and enforcing data policies for the university. Develops, implements, and administers data collection and use processes to ensure consistency and protection of all data.
• Directs the institutional research and effectiveness functions for the University and collaborates with others to ensure that the institution engages in ongoing, comprehensive, and integrated research-based planning and evaluation processes that (a) focus on institutional quality and effectiveness, (b) academic program planning and review, and (c) incorporate a systematic review of institutional goals and outcomes consistent with its mission including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and student retention and completion.
• The Director is responsible for facilitating the completion of external data and survey requests and the preparation of specialized reports in compliance with state, federal, or other regulatory agencies such as SACSCOC, NCES/IPEDS, NC-SARA, and others. Works closely with the institutional accreditation liaison to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
• Provides information, expertise, and support for major institutional initiatives such as the Strategic plan, new reporting mandates, grant work (both data collection and evaluation plans), and Quality Enhancement Plans.
• Maintains a central repository of research data that collects, analyzes, and publishes statistical data and creates and maintains internal and external dashboards for various initiatives.
• Assists in the adoption and implementation of business intelligence software and technologies related to institutional research needs. Helps manage relationship with external partner – managing a robust set of dashboards and data visualizations that monitor key performance indicators and informs stakeholders via creative and informative presentations.
• Develops and maintains Institutional Research and Effectiveness webpage.
• Oversees design, development/acquisition, and implementation of internal and external surveys.
• Develops protocols to manage and prioritize data requests.
• Provide supervision for part-time Data Analyst and Data Analyst Student Workers.

Position Requirements & Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in applied analytics, information management, information sciences, educational research, statistical analysis, social science research, or related field.
• Five years of experience working in institutional research, effectiveness, or a related field.
• Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research design and analysis.
• Strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Exceptional organizational skills, multi-project management, writing and research skills, advanced skills in statistical software (e.g., Excel and SPSS), and a collaborative leadership style.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills with the ability to compile and analyze data and prepare reports in relation to policy questions, research purpose and strategic planning efforts. This includes but is not limited to assessments in areas related to student success, student data analysis (such as enrollment, retention, graduation, and time to degree), and academic data analysis (such as productivity and cost of instruction).
• Demonstrated ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations and to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively on team-based projects.
• A demonstrated understanding and familiarity of the role and impact of Hispanic-Serving Institutions on student and organizational success.

Texas Lutheran University invites applications for the position of Assistant Cross Country/Track and Field Coach – Distance. Under the supervision of the Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach, the incumbent will serve as recruiting coordinator, and may have the opportunity to coach in distance running events and cross country. The incumbent will assist with other duties including, but not limited to, recruiting student-athletes, monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes, planning practices, assisting in fundraising, meet organizing, driving 15-passenger vans and other duties as assigned by the head coach. This is a part-time position with some evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the head coach in implementing training for athletes competing in the distance events and any other events as determined by the head coach.
• To accommodate athlete class schedules, be available weekdays from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00p.m. for practice. In the Fall for Cross Country and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Spring for Track and Field. Times will vary each day and per semester depending upon athlete’s schedules and groups you will be working with on any given day.
• Recruit all athletes for all distance events and assist with other events as needed.
• Activities include, but are not limited to: calling, emailing, and texting prospective student athletes and their coaches; making on and off-campus contacts
• Submit a Recruitment Plan, including a timeline of activities, to the head coach within two weeks of appointment
• By 9 a.m. Monday morning each week, submit to the head coach a list of recruiting activities for the past week, and a list of planned recruiting activities for the coming week
• Keep a notebook, or some other form accessible by the head coach, of all athletes currently being recruited, including details and a list of recruiting activities for each athlete
• Maintain an active recruiting list of a MINIMUM OF 250 athletes per gender at the onset of the school year which will decrease as the year progresses
• Perform all other related duties deemed necessary by the head track & field coach
• Understand and support the mission of Texas Lutheran University
• Aid in monitoring academic progress of all athletes in the distance events to ensure continued eligibility
• Maintain and store all equipment properly, as directed by the head coach
• Distribute and collect equipment, supplies, and uniforms as directed by the head coach
• Assist with meet management for all home contests
• Be available to work the week prior to and the day of all TLU home cross country meets
• Be available to attend all track & field meets during the indoor and outdoor seasons
• Attend all athletic department and cross country/track & field staff meetings
• Attend all cross country/track & field team functions
• Participate in fundraising and public relations activities
• Work within the rules of NCAA Division III and Texas Lutheran University

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
• Experience preferred in either coaching distance events at the college and/or high school level or participating as a collegiate athlete in a distance event.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Some independent judgment is required to analyze facts to determine actions to be taken within the limits of standard practice
• Ability to work, plan, and prioritize work, escalating matters as needed
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills
• Thorough knowledge of social media platforms – Instagram, Twitter, etc.
• A working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Requires a high level of emotional and physical stamina, a level of physical conditioning to be able to demonstrate essential skills. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Demanding and fast-paced, stressful environment. Work is performed indoors and outdoors, often in hot, humid settings.

Benefits are competitive. Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. Please submit an application, a resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources
Texas Lutheran University
1000 W. Court Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
Fax: (830) 372-6409
Email: humanresources@tlu.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and has been recognized consistently as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education and has been featured in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings in various categories. The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.

Texas Lutheran University is seeking applicants for an Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach. Candidate will be supervising daily operations such as travel logistics, academic mentoring, social media, inventory and overall program management, as well as working with the Head Coach to organize, prepare and execute effective practices and assist in game day duties. This is a part-time position.

Position requirements include:

• Must have played soccer in High School and/or Club Coach experience preferred
• Must remain First Aid, CPR and AED certified
• Required to take the NCAA test to become certified to be able to recruit every year
• General knowledge of different forms of social media (internet, texting, email, Facebook, etc.)
• Some weekday, weeknight and weekend travel required
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record as determined by the University’s auto insurance carrier and approval criteria is required
• Must become van certified to drive 12 or 15 passenger vans to and from some away games
• Understanding of and appreciation for a church-related university

Benefits are competitive. Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. Please submit an application, a resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources
Texas Lutheran University
1000 W. Court Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
Fax: (830) 372-6409
Email: humanresources@tlu.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and has been recognized consistently as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education and has been featured in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings in various categories. The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.