Employment Opportunities at Mercyhurst

Bus Drivers safely operate a passenger bus or van that transports athletes and other approved persons to and from athletic events or other designated locations while adhering promptly to time schedules. Responsible for the preparation of records and basic reports on routine maintenance, mechanical malfunction, accidents, and/or incidents with buses and/or equipment. Part-time position. Learn more about this opportunity via the Bus Driver position summary.

The Campus Visit Coordinator is the first point of contact for many campus guests and responsible for welcoming prospective students and their families with effusive and welcoming hospitality, a central charism of the Mercy tradition. Responsibilities include demonstrating the ability to be a team player, flexibility, an ability to respond to last-minute visit requests, and a willingness to assist other co-workers as needed, as well as responding to telephone and email requests for information and working closely with our student Ambassadors. This includes responding to and coordinating over 1,000 requests for campus visits for prospective students and their families; ensuring visits are well planned and executed; developing and maintaining rapport with academic departments to enhance a student’s campus visit experience by scheduling individual meetings with faculty; responding to a high volume of phone and email inquiries related to Admissions; leading the student Ambassadors by providing guidance and support to the organization and its members; as well as assisting in maintaining the office’s inventory of office supplies, marketing materials, etc. and coordinating the ordering of additional supplies as needed. Learn more about this opportunity via the Campus Visit Coordinator position summary.

The IT Support Specialist - Leasing Coordinator supports all desktop and laptop systems across campus. Responsibilities include imaging new PCs or laptops; configuring Apple computers; setting up and configuring hardware/software, remote control, and phone support to troubleshoot and resolve issues; replacing, repairing, and returning leased equipment; as well as supporting Windows and Apple OS. Learn more about this opportunity via the IT Support Specialist - Leasing Coordinator position summary.

The Registered Nurse provides primary healthcare to the university students within the accepted professional nursing standards and protocols approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and works primarily with Mercyhurst students, coordinating their healthcare within the philosophical boundaries of the catholic university and within the legal, ethical, and professional standards of nursing. Responsibilities include devising, implementing, and evaluating care plans using sound clinical judgment based on assessment of the student's physical, psychological, emotional, social, and environmental needs; consulting with Center physicians in accordance with professional standards and consistent with developing and maintaining a cohesive clinical team; conducting physical assessment, nursing diagnosis, and treatment (including prescriptive medicine per standing medical orders); educating students about diagnosis, treatment, or medical condition, as well as preventive measures that help promote health; assessing real and/or potential health hazards relating to current health status, including analysis of risky behaviors that cause impact on health status; documenting in charts utilizing clear, concise language, noting the reason for a student visit, the objective findings upon examination, the assessment of the problem, and plan for treatment with follow up of care as needed; keeping the executive director informed of pertinent clinical issues, safety concerns, relevant parental concerns, or other issues affecting campus/individual student safety, physician practice, or ability to practice procedures as defined; providing information to parents concerned with their student’s health status, provided a student signs a specific release; providing courtesy, compassion, and hospitality to all students in a manner consistent with a “student first” approach; demonstrating sensitivity and respect to students from diverse backgrounds and identities; coordinating and participating in the campus flu vaccine program and other preventative health events as indicated; administering TB tests, reviewing health forms, and coordinating physicals for multiple undergraduate and graduate degree programs; acting as a liaison with the faculty of the graduate Physician’s Assistant program; acting as a resource and educator regarding health issues to the campus community; assisting with the development of policies and protocols; participating in professional Quality Assurance programs within the Center and evaluating outcomes of nursing care; showing evidence of professional growth, including earning the continuing education credits required to maintain professional licensure; and assisting with the department's general needs and other duties as directed by the director, including selection/ordering of medical and educational supplies. Learn more about this opportunity via the Registered Nurse position summary.

The Registered Nurse – Per Diem provides primary health care to university students within the accepted professional nursing standards and protocols approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and covers temporary gaps in nursing coverage at the Health Center. Their responsibilities include devising, implementing, and evaluating care plans using sound clinical judgment based on assessment of the student's physical, psychological, emotional, social, and environmental needs; consulting with center physicians in accordance with professional standards and is consistent with developing and maintaining a cohesive clinical team; conducting physical assessment, nursing diagnosis, and treatment (including prescriptive medicine) per standing medical orders; educating students about diagnosis, treatment, medical condition, and preventive measures that help promote health; assessing real and or potential health hazards relating to current health status, including analysis of risky behaviors that cause impact on health status; documenting in charts utilizing clear, concise language, noting the reason for a student visit, the objective findings upon examination, the assessment of the problem, and plan for treatment with follow up of care as needed; keeping the executive director informed of pertinent clinical issues, safety concerns, relevant parental concerns, or other issues affecting campus or individual student safety, physician practice, or ability to practice procedures as defined; provided students sign specific releases, providing information to parents concerned with their student’s health status; providing courtesy, compassion, and hospitality to all students in a manner consistent with a “student first” approach; demonstrating sensitivity and respect to students from diverse backgrounds and identities; and assisting with other campus health center functions as indicated; this involves but is not limited to activities such as assisting with vaccine clinics, providing allergy shots, and reviewing preadmission health history forms. Responsibilities also include showing evidence of professional growth, including earning the continuing education credits required to maintain professional licensure. Learn more about this opportunity via the Registered Nurse – Per Diem position summary.

The Student Financial Services Counselor assists and supports the director and assistant director in the administration of student financial aid and student employment programs in compliance with federal and state regulations and institutional policies. Responsibilities include coordinating and managing one or more federal, state, private and/or institutional financial aid programs (this includes ensuring compliance, developing, and maintaining written procedures for administering various programs; setting and following an annual schedule of activities and deadlines; monitoring and overseeing program budgets; and reconciling student aid and/or scholarship fund accounts); performing student aid need analysis and other criteria to confirm student aid eligibility; awarding federal, state, and institutional financial aid awards; processing and certifying educational loans for students and parents, along with other necessary financial aid awarding procedures; counseling and advising students on the student aid application process, costs and billing, eligibility requirements, academic progress requirements and appeals, and other information related to student scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans; providing premier customer service in person, telephone, email, and IM in a fast paced, high-volume setting; providing personalized financial aid counseling for an assigned student population; attending various professional development opportunities; reconciling funds; and supervising staff and student work studies. Learn more about this opportunity via the Student Financial Services Counselor position summary.

The Assistant Professor of Accounting & Finance excels at teaching, engages in scholarship, and contributes to the university’s service expectations. Responsibilities include being prepared to instruct a wide range of undergraduate courses in various accounting and finance subjects, including Introductory and Intermediate Accounting, Tax and Corporate Tax Accounting, Government Accounting, Auditing, Financial Management, and other courses as needed; using a variety of instructional techniques to convey expertise effectively and engagingly to students; being responsible for student advising, participation in faculty scholarship/development, and providing service to both the department and university; and developing relationships with organizations in the field to facilitate student projects, internships, and job placements. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Professor of Accounting & Finance position summary.

The Assistant Men/Women's Soccer Player Development Coach develops, promotes, and participates in all facets of the Soccer program. Responsibilities include assisting with daily men’s and women’s soccer operations; completing tasks and performing duties as directed by the men’s and women’s head soccer coach; possessing an understanding of NCAA compliance and adhering to other NEC, Mercyhurst University/Athletics, and women’s soccer policies; assisting with team management, including the development and implementation of team tactics, team/small group training, and individual development; collaborating with the coaching staff to promote excellence through competition, academics, and community impact to carry out the vision and mission of the soccer programs; collaborating with the coaching staff to ensure timely and efficient communication is given to administration, support staff, faculty/staff, and student-athletes as assigned by the head women’s soccer coach; coordinating team travel and recruiting; recruiting prospective student-athletes; monitoring academic success and progress, as well as coordinating academic support for those in need of assistance; and providing leadership and instruction in the personal growth and athletic development of soccer student-athletes at Mercyhurst University. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Men/Women's Soccer Player Development Coach position summary.

The Assistant Rowing Coach leads our nationally competitive NCAA DI Women’s rowing and Men’s IRA rowing programs and administers all phases of an intercollegiate Rowing program. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and coaching members of the Rowing program; managing team travel, including accommodation, meals, and where necessary help with the transportation of equipment to regattas; instructing on-the-water skills and facilitating the practice per the head coach's instruction; running land practice, which may include running, urging, weightlifting or skill instruction as designated by the head coach; training and preparing crews for racing at regattas; basic rigging and maintaining of the rowing shells, boathouse, and land facilities as directed by the head coach; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; communicating with Strength and Conditioning on scheduling and programming; assisting with fundraising activities; assisting the head coach with general program administration, including athlete compliance and compiling of workout data; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling, and attendance; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; and representing Mercyhurst University and the Rowing program in a professional manner. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Rowing Coach position summary.

The Assistant Women's Flag Football Coach develops, promotes, and supervises all facets of the Flag Football team. Responsibilities include having advanced knowledge of flag football that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or playing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience; ensuring that all relevant Mercyhurst University, NEC, and NCAA rules and regulations are followed (including, but not limited to: student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, as well as scheduling and academic progress); ensuring compliance with Mercyhurst University, NEC, and NCAA rules by student-athletes and sport-related staff; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling, and attendance; teaching fundamental flag football skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, as well as executing practice and game plans for both championship and non-championship seasons; preparing, managing, and maximizing the program operating budget with established fundraising goals; providing leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes; assisting the head coach in managing the Flag Football program recruiting efforts of prospective student-athletes to include the following: maintain a database, observe practices and games, host on-campus visits, initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, and mailings; ordering and maintaining appropriate uniforms, equipment, and supplies; coordinating team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals; planning promoting and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; establishing a positive relationship with the media; establishing, maintaining, and being responsive to the community and programmatic contacts; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; participating in fundraising, community service, and engagement programs, assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics; leading efforts to enhance the overall student-athlete experience; seeking out and taking advantage of opportunities to serve on sport-related committees; and performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Women's Flag Football Coach position summary.

The Assistant Women's Soccer Coach develops, promotes, and participates in all facets of the Women’s Soccer program. Responsibilities include assisting with daily Women’s Soccer operations; completing tasks and performing duties as directed by the head Women’s Soccer coach; possessing an understanding of NCAA compliance and adhering to other PSAC, Mercyhurst University/Athletics, and Women’s Soccer policies; assisting with team management, including development and implementation of team tactics, team/small group training, and individual development; collaborating with the coaching staff to promote excellence through competition, academics, and community impact to carry out the vision and mission of the Women’s Soccer program; collaborating with the coaching staff to ensure timely and efficient communication is given to administration, support staff, faculty/staff, and student-athletes as assigned by the head Women’s Soccer coach; collaborating with the head Women’s Soccer coach to manage the program’s scholarship and operation budgets; coordinating team travel and recruiting; recruiting prospective student-athletes; monitoring academic success and progress of Women’s Soccer student-athletes and coordinating academic support for those in need of assistance; and providing leadership and instruction in the personal growth and athletic development of Women’s Soccer student-athletes at Mercyhurst University. Learn more about this opportunity via the Assistant Women's Soccer Coach position summary.

The Head Coach of eSports & Athletic Administrative Assistant works under the director of Club Sports in Athletics; works cooperatively with athletic department staff, coaches, and student-athletes; assists the director of Club Sports in compliance with eSports leagues and conferences; is involved with developing, promoting, and supporting the operational and strategic aspects of intercollegiate and club eSports programs; and promotes student-athlete wellness through the execution and support of wellness programming at the university. Responsibilities include recruiting and retaining students for the eSports program; initiating and running practice, competition, off-season activities, and team-building activities, overseeing and managing the program budget; providing guidance and input on games selected for varsity and non-varsity competitions; offering regular feedback on equipment upgrades, updates, and maintenance; maintaining the eSports arena, including staffing, scheduling, venue maintenance, and rotation; organizing team travel when required; conducting campus, clinics, competitions, and promotional events for fundraising for the eSports programs and to market the program to potential students and donors; monitoring and mentoring the academic and mental well-being of players; pursuing sponsorship opportunities in coordination with the Sports Supervisor; reviewing agreements, contract deadlines, rules, and compliance within any associated league, conference, and affiliates; assisting with the production of the Department of Athletics live-streamed events; being present for all live stream events as assigned; having knowledge of or becoming trained in the use of a tricaster for athletic events; having the ability to create content and run commercials for live stream games and events; serving as a liaison between the Department of Athletics and the Institutional Technology Department; assisting in the maintenance and operation of all department video boards; and developing a broadcasting and production space for eSports and seeking revenue lines in coordination with broadcast opportunities. Learn more about this opportunity via the Head Coach of eSports & Athletic Administrative Assistant position summary.

The PT Assistant Baseball Coach provides support and assistance with all aspects of the intercollegiate Baseball program; works to provide optimal playing conditions for Mercyhurst University baseball-athletes which will include activities, such as the supervision of the maintenance of the baseball field and the maintenance and security of all baseball-related equipment and supplies; and provides information and evaluations regarding recruits, roster development, and game personnel. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining a system to identify potential recruits and work closely with area high school coaches and parents to recruit quality student-athletes to Mercyhurst University, in cooperation with the head baseball coach; serving as the primary conditioning coach for student-athletes; maintaining an effective program of physical conditioning designed to develop strength and endurance; working in conjunction with the head baseball coach to encourage the development of psychological, social, and mental skills necessary for the student-athletes to be successful in the classroom, on the field, and in future endeavors; working with Admissions and Financial Aid to expedite the registration, admission, and other administrative processing of all student-athletes; securing support staff, including security, officials, and concession workers for all home games; maintaining the playing surfaces of the baseball field and the supervision of student workers to assist in this process; working with selected athletes on various game day situations, under the direction of the head baseball coach; working with the head baseball coach in developing line-ups, game strategies, and individual work-out and practice needs for various student-athletes; serving as a role model for the student-athletes by always exhibiting ethical and professional conduct; providing oversight of athletes residing in campus housing; reports damage(s), needed maintenance, security issues, etc. to the head baseball coach, athletic director, chief of police, and director of Residence Life; representing Mercyhurst University at various civic events, throughout the community; speaking publicly at occasional engagements to promote the program; and maintaining confidentiality of information exposed during business regarding students, supervisors, or other employees. Learn more about this opportunity via the PT Assistant Baseball Coach position summary. 

The Zamboni Driver operates/drives an ice resurfacing machine (Zamboni) correctly and safely to ensure and maintain acceptable ice conditions, as well as helping renters as needed and maintaining it. Responsibilities include capably operating the Zamboni machine; putting down, maintaining, and repairing a quality ice surface; opening and closing the Ice Center; assisting the patrons using the Ice Center when necessary; seeing to the repair of any breakage or damages that occur in the Ice Center, that are of an emergency nature; keeping the Ice Center and locker rooms clean, especially in circumstances that not doing so would reflect badly on the general impression of the rink to a renter; shoveling and salting sidewalks and exits to maintain safe entrance and egress as needed; performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Learn more about this opportunity via the Zamboni Driver position summary.

The Autism Support Initiative – Special Education Instructional Technician Graduate Assistant collaborates with the graduate assistant Special Education teacher and other graduate assistant instructional technicians in the provision of evidence-based special education services contracted with a Local Educational Agency (LEA). Responsibilities include providing skill instruction to all students and assisting with curricular programming/development; collecting, graphing, and analyzing student behavioral and academic data; assisting with meeting children’s personal and healthcare needs, as necessary; and assisting the Special Education teacher with materials preparation and the ongoing operation of the classroom. Learn more about this opportunity via the Autism Support Initiative – Special Education Instructional Technician Graduate Assistant position summary.

The Community Engagement Graduate Assistant supports service-learning and community engagement initiatives that enhance the student experience and strengthen partnerships between the campus and local communities, as well as assists with service events, weekly programming, assigned projects, and mentoring/coaching students. Responsibilities include supporting the student experience in the community, arranging with supervisor and GA team member, and collaborating with office staff and non-profit organizations for excellent community service experiences. Learn more about this opportunity via the Community Engagement Graduate Assistant position summary.

The Graduate Assistant for Athletic Equipment serves as the lead equipment manager for the football team, including attendance at practices and competitions; manages the equipment storage and laundry room in the Baldwin Hall equipment area, including coordinating a laundry schedule for all teams using that facility; coordinates and leads all equipment packing, as well as logistics and preparations for traveling to away competitions with the football team in conjunction with the director of football operations; manages purchasing, distribution, tracking, and care of equipment and apparel for the football team; generates paperwork for orders and payments within budgetary guidelines; maintains continuous inventory and assists coaches with purchasing schedules and equipment needs; receives, disperses, or stores deliveries for the Athletic Department; complies with all NCAA and university rules and regulations; and assists with athletic facility maintenance when needed. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Athletic Equipment position summary.

The Graduate Assistant for Athletic Operations plans, facilitates, and executes intercollegiate athletic event operations; serves as a primary on-site administrator prior to, during, and after intercollegiate athletic events; maintains daily schedules for all athletic facilities, including game, practice, external rentals, club sports, and intramural programing; manages all communication on game days with facility staff, coaching staff, visiting teams, officials, and security as needed; trains and manages student employees for game days; complies with all NCAA and university rules and regulations; and assists with Recreation Center operations and athletic facility maintenance when needed. Learn more about this opportunity via the Graduate Assistant for Athletic Operations position summary.

The Multi-Tiered Systems of Support – Instructional Technician Graduate Assistant collaborates with other graduate assistant MTSS instructional technicians, district MTSS faculty/staff, and the program director/clinical supervisor in the provision of evidence-based educational services contracted with a Local Educational Agency (LEA). Responsibilities include providing instruction to identified students and assisting with curricular programming/development in small group and 1:1 settings; collecting, graphing, and analyzing student academic/functional performance data; assisting the district MTSS faculty/staff with materials preparation; and attending MTSS meetings, assigned trainings, and collaborates with MTSS faculty/staff. Learn more about this opportunity via the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support – Instructional Technician Graduate Assistant position summary.

The Preschool – Instructional Technician Graduate Assistant collaborates with the preschool director, classroom teachers and assistants, families, and the program director/clinical supervisor in the provision of evidence-based educational services contracted with a local preschool program. Responsibilities include providing instruction to identified students and assisting with curricular programming/development in large group, small group, and 1:1 settings; collecting, graphing, and analyzing student academic/functional performance data; completing materials preparation for student(s), as needed; attending assigned trainings; and collaborating with families, preschool teachers, and assistants. Learn more about this opportunity via the Preschool – Instructional Technician Graduate Assistant position summary.