Staff Vacancies

Position Title: Digital Content Coordinator
Location: Arkadelphia, Ark.

Position summary

The Digital Content Coordinator serves as a team member in the Office of Communications & Marketing to meet university marketing goals and maintain brand standards by leading the university’s social media strategy, coordinating video and photography projects and supporting web and email content for marketing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Leads development of Ouachita’s social media content and strategy.
• Provides creative direction and project management for video.
• Provides support for photo and video shoots on and off campus.
• Writes and publishes blog content on Ouachita’s website.
• Supports and guides academic and administrative units’ social media use to align with the university’s massaging and standards.
• Assists in creating and evaluating marketing content to align with the university’s mission, vision, values and strategic priorities.
• Utilizes web statistics and analytics to enhance usability, reach marketing goals, increase user engagement and improve search engine optimization.
• Updates job knowledge by tracking technology advancements and trends, participating in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Supervises student workers to support the work and goals of the office.

Skills and abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including familiarity with AP style.
• Experience with major social media platforms and knowledge of emerging trends.
• Familiarity with graphic design, photography and videography.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and projects simultaneously with a professional demeanor, and to solve problems independently.
• Experience with the following platforms a plus: Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere Pro, Slate, Emma, Modern Campus or a similar CMS.

Expectations

• Conducts job in a way that aligns with and supports the university’s mission, vision and values.
• Maintains university standards to present consistent messaging, voice and visual identity throughout university communications pieces.
• Provides support for other initiatives, including event planning, media relations and recruitment.

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, marketing or related field.
• 1-3 or more years of related experience.

To apply

Complete the Application for Employment and email that application, a cover letter and resume to taylorja@obu.edu in one PDF document. Transcripts do not need to be included at this time. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Position Title: Donor Relations & Development Coordinator
Reports To: Director of Development
Department: Office of Development

Position summary

The Donor Relations & Development Coordinator is a full-time position that provides critical administrative support to the university’s fundraising efforts. This role is responsible for maintaining smooth office operations, assisting with donor relations, and supporting special projects and events.

As an essential part of the university’s fundraising team, the Donor Relations & Development Coordinator ensures that daily operations run efficiently, supporting the office’s mission to foster relationships with alumni, donors, and friends. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, with excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Key responsibilities

Administrative & Office Support:

• Serve as the first point of contact for donors, alumni, and friends reaching out to the Office of Development.
• Process and distribute daily mail, including preparing and assembling the daily gift folder.
• Enter and maintain records and action items for the Vice President for Development.
• Monitor obituaries and send flowers or condolence messages as appropriate.
• Manage and coordinate the sending of personalized correspondence, including birthday, sympathy, and milestone recognition cards to alumni, donors, and friends of the university.
• Process daily cash receipts and maintain accurate records.
• Order office supplies, coordinate office machine maintenance, and handle IT and maintenance requests.
• Set up Zoom/Teams meetings for the team.
• Supervise work-study students, including hiring, training, scheduling, task assignment, and timecard approval.
• Facilitate the mailing of endowment reports to donors.
• Manage the setup of new scholarship and endowment files.
• Process credit card donations through the university’s giving platform.
• Manage direct mail fundraising efforts, including merging letters and envelopes, coordinating with the printer, and overseeing the folding, stuffing, and mailing process.
• Maintain records of officer time-off requests.
• Manage office invoices, credit card transactions, and expense reimbursements.

Data Management:

• Maintain and update alumni records, including deaths, marriages, job changes, and contact information updates.
• Research and process returned mail.
• Assist with reports for the Vice President.

Event Fundraising Support:

• Assist in coordinating and supporting special fundraising events, including Stepping Up for Ouachita, FORE Ouachita, Georgia Hickingbotham Hall events, and other development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage spreadsheets, reports, and data efficiently.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.
• Experience in administrative support, customer service, or a related field preferred.
• Familiarity with donor relations or fundraising is a plus.

To apply

Complete the Application for Employment and email that application, a cover letter and resume to robersonc@obu.edu in one PDF document. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Office of Facilities Management at Ouachita Baptist University announces the following staff vacancies:

• Groundskeeper
• Building services/custodian

These positions are full-time and eligible for all university benefits, including health, dental and life insurance, retirement, vacation and medical leave.

Interested applicants may apply either in person at the Office of Facilities Management located at 950 N. 8^th Street, Arkadelphia, Arkansas or by downloading and returning the facilities management staff application to the Office of Facilities Management, OBU Box 3775, Arkadelphia, AR 71998-0001.

Interviews will follow based on skills, qualifications and references of the prospective employee as provided on their individual application.

Job Title: Programmer Analyst
Department: IT Services
Location: Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position summary

We are seeking a Programmer Analyst who will play a vital role in developing and maintaining our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and SIS (Student Information System), supporting the university’s mission through innovative coding, database management, and web development.

The Programmer Analyst will design, develop, and maintain applications to support university operations, focusing on PHP, SQL, and database management. This role involves analyzing and enhancing business processes, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing web solutions using HTML/CSS and related web frameworks. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to teamwork and service.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain custom applications using PHP and SQL.
• Design, implement, and manage databases to support university operations.
• Build and enhance web applications and interfaces using HTML/CSS/JS and related web frameworks.
• Collaborate with university stakeholders to analyze and improve business processes.
• Translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and system issues.
• Document system processes, configurations, and changes.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in PHP programming and SQL database management.
• Experience in web development.
• Strong understanding of relational database design and maintenance.
• Ability to analyze and develop business processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in higher education.
• Familiarity with student information systems and other education-oriented technologies.

Educational requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

To apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled with a projected starting date as soon as the selected candidate is available. Applicants should send a cover letter, Ouachita staff application, and resume to IT Services at itjobs@obu.edu.

Ouachita Baptist University is a Christ-centered institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to others. Our mission is to prepare students for lives of leadership and service through rigorous academic programs and a commitment to Christian values.

Job Title: University Nurse
Division/Department: Health Services
Reports to: Dr. Wesley Kluck, University Physician

Position summary

Provide on-site nursing services to students, faculty, and staff as directed by University Physician.

Duties and tasks

• Administers basic health care and First Aid for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students.
• Assists with referrals for medical treatment to appropriate doctor or medical provider.
• Coordinates documentation of student immunization records with admissions and registers office.
• Administers basic shots and injections as needed for students.
• Coordinates annual flu vaccinations for students, faculty, and staff
• Oversees day to day operations of the Health Services Office under the direction of the University Physician.
• Ensures proper charting and health records are maintained in accordance with federal and state standards including HIPAA requirements.
• Supervises staff and work study workers within Health Services.

Work requirements

• Registered Nurse with the Arkansas State Board of Nursing Required.
• Understand and support the mission of the university.
• Experience working as a nurse in a school or institutional setting preferred.
• Experience supervising staff preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail Oriented.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Educational requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health care, or related field preferred.

To apply

Applicants should submit the Ouachita Baptist University staff application form and resume to:
Dr. Wesley Kluck, University Physician, kluckw@obu.edu.