Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in employment with Oklahoma Panhandle State University.

If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate application for each position, being sure that your cover letter addresses the specific requirements for the position for which you are applying. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Football Recruiting Assistant

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented College Football Remote Recruiting Assistant to support our coaching staff in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes. In this role, you will assist in identifying talent, coordinating communication with recruits, and maintaining databases of potential players. Responsibilities include conducting research on prospects, scheduling virtual meetings, and helping prepare recruiting materials. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for college football. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the team’s recruiting efforts from a remote setting.

Position Type

Part Time 12 months

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Music/Collaborative Pianist

Full time position in the Music Department will begin January 13, 2025. Must be able to teach on-campus. Responsibilities include teaching 12-15 hours per semester (27-30 hours per year) with the possibility of summer teaching assignment(s). Instructional coursework will include class piano, music theory, music appreciation, or music history courses, as needed. In addition, assisting with the departmental assessment process, academic mentoring/tutoring, participation in scholarly activities, service to the university, the profession, and the community and fulfilling university responsibilities as needed are requirements of this position. Works collaboratively with the Department Chair or Dean for assigned courses. Promotes student success through development of program learning outcomes and course learning outcomes. Proactive member of the Aggie CARE (Compassion, Accessible, Respect, Empathy) Community. Follows university policies and procedures, the university faculty handbook, and teaching standards set forth by the university. Instructors are evaluated each semester by students through course evaluations and undergo an annual faculty performance review.

Position Type

Full Time 9 Month

Hispanic Student Center Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant will report directly to the Director of Hispanic Student Center. The Administrative Assistant will play a key role in keeping the Hispanic Student Center Staff organized, efficient, and informed. Students will communicate directly with the Administrative Assistant as they enter/exit the Center, request appointments with staff members, or need to reserve a study location. The Administrative Assistant will likely be a student’s first interaction when contacting the Hispanic Student Center.

Position Type

Full Time 12 months

Admissions Counselor

Promote and represent the University by being the primary point of contact for prospective students, families, and counselors.

Position Type

Full Time 12 months

Central Advisor – College of Business and Technology

Central Advisors are proactive professionals who are sincere and passionate about assisting students with their transition to OPSU and helping them succeed in their academic journey. Central Advisors are responsible for working with concurrent, freshmen, sophomores, and transfer students (up to 60 credit hours).

Position Type

Full Time 12 months

Instructor/Assistant Professor of English

Full time position in the Department of English will begin in January 2025. Must be able to teach on-campus. Responsibilities include teaching 12-15 hours per semester (27-30 hours per year) with the possibility of summer teaching assignment(s). Instructional coursework will include freshman composition and British literature, including Shakespeare. In addition, assisting with the departmental assessment process, academic mentoring/tutoring, participation in scholarly activities, service to the university, the profession, and the community and fulfilling university responsibilities as needed are requirements of this position. Works collaboratively with the Department Chair or Dean for assigned courses. Promotes student success through development of program learning outcomes and course learning outcomes. Proactive member of the Aggie CARE (Compassion, Accessible, Respect, Empathy) Community. Follows university policies and procedures, the university faculty handbook, and teaching standards set forth by the university. Instructors are evaluated each semester by students through course evaluations and undergo an annual faculty performance review.

Position Type

Full Time

Director of Library Services

The Director of Library Services is responsible for overseeing and developing traditional and innovative library services. This role involves collaborating with library staff, faculty, and university administration to translate vision into practice, responding to the rapidly changing and complex higher education environment. The Director balances existing library services and resources with emerging technologies, ensuring the library remains a vital resource for patrons. The Director provides leadership for every aspect of library operations and manages Marvin E. McKee Library personnel, services, and resources in ways that support the mission of Oklahoma Panhandle State University and serves the needs of students, faculty, and other users.

Position Type

Full-Time

Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach

Assist the head coach with supervision and coordination of the soccer program.

Position Type

10 Months

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Meat Science

Teaching Meat Science classes and coaching Meat events.

Position Type

11 month 9-, 11-, or 12- month position (negotiable, depending on duties added)

Speech Communications Adjunct Instructor

This is an on-campus/face-to-face adjunct position. Teaching duties include 3 credit hours per semester in speech communications. The number of courses/hours taught could increase if there is a demand for more sections. Works collaboratively with the Department Chair or Dean for assigned courses. Promotes student success through development of program learning outcomes and course learning outcomes. Proactive member of the Aggie CARE (Compassion, Accessible, Respect, Empathy) Community. Upholds the OPSU Faculty Promise. Follows university policies and procedures, the university faculty handbook and teaching standards set forth by the university. Instructors are evaluated each semester by students through course evaluations and undergo an annual faculty performance review.

Position Type

Part Time

Background Checks

OPSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check and/or a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

OPSU is an AA/EE/E-Verify employer committed to diversity.

Oklahoma Panhandle State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, and veterans status in its programs and services.

Non-discrimination Policy Inquiries

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. Please contact Laci Unruh regarding Section 504/ADA (disabilities). Please contact Catherine Kimball regarding discrimination (race, color, national origin, age, and veteran status) and Title IX (sex).

Contact Human Resources

Address

Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Office of Human Resources
P.O. Box 430
Goodwell, OK 73939

Phone

(580) 349-2611

Fax

(580) 349-2302

Email

opsu.jobs@opsu.edu

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