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University of Holy Cross is a Catholic, national, and comprehensive higher education institution known for the ability to balance liberal arts and sciences and nationally accredited professional programs.

The University is acclaimed for its individualized service to a diverse student body, the integration of mind and heart in the Marianite tradition, and the academic preparation for competent professionals in service to the larger community.

The University strives to live the mission through our core values of Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion, and Compassionate Service. Through these words, we educate the whole person in the true tradition of the Marianites of Holy Cross.

You are a part of our team. As a member of the team of UHC, you will be expected to contribute your talents and energies to improve the environment and quality of the University, as well as the constituencies of the University. In return, you will be given opportunities to grow and advance in your career.

University of Holy Cross is dedicated to:

  • Providing students a quality education at the best price with the best service.
  • Providing members of the team with wages and benefits comparable to others doing similar work within similar higher educational institutions and within the region.

The only things we require for employment, compensation, advancement, and benefits are performance and a good team attitude; however, all employment at UHC is "at will." No one will be denied opportunities or benefits on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran's status, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions; nor will anyone receive special treatment for those reasons.

To join the University of Holy Cross team, see the job opportunities posted below and provide the requested information. This will be forwarded to the head of the search committee for the particular job you are applying. If your qualifications meet our needs, someone will contact you to set up an interview with the committee. If your qualifications do not meet the needs for that particular job, we do keep your information on file for six months in the event that another position would become available more suited to your qualifications.

UHC assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veteran's status in the admission to, participation in, or employment of its programs and activities.


Part-Time Housekeeper

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Housekeeping
Reports to: Director of Housekeeping

Job Summary

To provide positive impression of our facilities among our students, employees, alumni, potential students and parents, and members of our outside communities with an attractive, clean and natural environment in which to learn, and ensure that full educational use of all university facilities is available at all times.

Essential Functions

  • Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
  • Perform all assigned tasks in a professional manner in order to reflect the highest integrity of the Housekeeping Department.
  • Perform housekeeping work in designated areas of responsibility.
  • Maintain a high level of safety, cleanliness and efficiency.
  • Complete work assignments in a timely manner.
  • Flexible and able to adapt to changing demands of the position.
  • Utilize the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.
  • Use and maintain supplies properly.
  • Ability to work without normal supervision
  • Reports safety hazards as appropriate

Classrooms/Offices/Library Areas/Laboratories/Bathrooms etc. (Day or Night staff)

  • Vacuum carpets and spot clean where necessary.
  • Dust control - sweep, mop or vacuum hard flooring in classrooms and offices.
  • Damp dust/clean furniture and desks, polish as may be required.
  • Damp dust and wipe all surfaces, fixtures and fittings.
  • Empty bins daily.
  • Clean inside and outside of surrounds of sinks.
  • Remove marks from glass, doors and walls.
  • Clean telephones.
  • Replenish paper products in dispensers as needed.
  • Record any non-functioning, broken or missing bathroom equipment.

Bathrooms (generally day staff)

  • Clean lavatory bowls, cisterns and urinals with appropriate cleaning agents.
  • Clean inside basins and surrounding counter tops.
  • Wipe down toilet seats with appropriate agents.
  • Refill paper towels in each dispenser.
  • Refill toilet dispensers in all cubicles.
  • Wipe down shower floors, walls, doors, curtains, taps and fittings.
  • Wipe down taps and door handles with appropriate cleaning agents.
  • Wipe down wall tiles, window sills, dispensers, hand dryers and both inside and outside door surfaces.
  • Polish mirrors.
  • Clean and mop floors with appropriate cleaners and bleach.
  • Empty dust bins and replace bin liners where required.
  • Accurately record daily service times in all bathrooms.
  • Accurately record the number of paper products inserted into each bathroom on a daily basis.
  • Record any non-functioning, broken or missing bathroom equipment.

Non-Essential Functions

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

  • Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
  • Report to work on time and as scheduled.
  • Wear identification while on duty.
  • Attend department meetings and required university meetings and events.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of Housekeeping.
  • Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
  • Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

  • Physically demanding, high-stress environment.
  • Exposure to body fluids, chemicals, and repetitive motions.
  • Pushing and pulling heavy objects.
  • Full range of body motion including handling and lifting equipment and supplies as needed.
  • Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.
  • Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Holy Cross assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veterans' status in the admission to, participation in, or employment of its programs and activities. Applicants who meet the qualifications listed above are invited to submit a complete application packet, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to Melanie Erlinger, merlinger@uhcno.edu in a single submission. Incomplete application packets will not be considered.


Controller

University of Holy Cross is looking for a Controller. The candidate should possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of Higher Education, experience in accounting, and a commitment to the mission/values of University of Holy Cross. 

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • Minimum 5+ years experience in higher education
  • Minimum two years Controller experience 

Basic Functions

The Controller oversees and coordinates the accounting operations of the University. This includes preparation of the financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and internal controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the College’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with federal, state, and generally accepted accounting principles.  The Controller reviews all accounting functions and transactions, and performs month/year-end close, investment reconciliations, and budget preparation. 

Position Description

Supervise accounting, human resources, and payroll personnel and transactions by reviewing and reconciling:

  • Bi-weekly payroll data
  • Monthly account reconciliations
  • Chart of accounts
  • Journal entries
  • Cash reconciliations
  • Student loans transactions
  • Federal programs (Pell, SEOG, grants, etc)
  • Banking activity
  • Due to/Due from all funds
  • Net assets released from restrictions
  • Re-classifications and transfers of restricted assets
  • Endowments
  • Gift and grant activity
  • Fixed asset ledger
  • Ensure integrity of data and financial reporting by:
  • Ensuring compliance with regulations
  • Random audit of work flow to assure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized
  • Oversee the reporting and integrity of accounting for investments, gifts and grants
  • Assures compliance with annual tax and reporting filings for the required deadlines, including Form 990, EZ Audit, and other related filings
  • Maintaining policies and procedures related to all accounting and operational functions to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, including internal controls
  • Reviews and assists in the monthly and annual/year-end financial closing schedule.
  • Coordination of annual financial statements audit; working with the College and external auditors in meeting desired deadlines, commitments, including preparing requested schedules, disclosures, reporting and preparing year-end financial statements
  • Assist with annual budget
  • Review IPEDS data prior to submission.
  • Oversee reconciliation and reporting of unclaimed property.
  • Review revenue, accounts receivable, and accounts payable sub-ledgers; reconciling sub-ledgers and systems (Paychex and Power Campus) to the General Ledger.
  • Prepare analytical reports for various finance and accounting projects as requested.
  • Oversee the Investment Funds monthly reconciliations, journal entry preparations, reporting to donors, and year-end financial statements.
  • Other projects as requested.

To Apply: All applications and inquiries must be submitted to: merlinger@uhcno.edu. The position is open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed, and must include the following:

  1. Letter of application
  2. Resume
  3. Official transcripts from each institution attended
  4. Three professional references with full contact information and a note indicating the nature of your professional working relationship with each.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Holy Cross assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veterans’ status in the admission to, participation in, or employment of its programs and activities.


Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics

The University of Holy Cross invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics. The position starts August 12, 2024, for daytime in-person and/or online classes. Review of applications is ongoing.

Position Description

Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics is a part-time faculty position. The instructor is contracted per course on a semester-by-semester terms of employment.

Responsibilities

Planning and delivering instruction, testing, and reporting in the assigned Mathematics course(s) in accordance with course description, syllabus, learning outcomes, and University policies. The instructor must also be available for student conferences to review individual student progress. Additional responsibilities include maintaining student attendance records and adhering to academic calendar deadlines. The Adjunct Instructor must demonstrate the ability to effectively educate students and to exemplify the mission of the University to educate the minds and hearts of its students.

Qualifications

This position requires a master’s degree or higher in Mathematics or in a closely related field with at least 18 documented graduate hours in Mathematics coursework. At least one year of experience as an instructor (full-time or adjunct) is preferred, as is experience with online instruction and learning management systems. The instructor must possess exemplary interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with a wide range of students, and skills in establishing and managing course content and academic deadlines.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Holy Cross assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veterans’ status in the admission to, participation in, or employment of its programs and activities.

Applicants who meet the qualifications listed above are invited to submit a complete application packet, consisting of a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Melanie Erlinger, merlinger@uhcno.edu in a single submission. Incomplete application packets will not be considered.