Current Openings
Wesley Theological Seminary
Interested in applying for a staff position at Wesley Theological Seminary? Please send your cover letter and resume by e-mail to the Director of Human Resources at hr@wesleyseminary.edu. Please specify the position for which you are applying (see below for opportunities). Hard copies can be sent via mail to - Director of Human Resources, Wesley Theological Seminary, 4500 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016. Further questions can be directed to (202) 885-8552.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Wesley Theological Seminary. If you are applying for a faculty position, please follow the directions posted with the job listing.
Wesley Theological Seminary EOE Policy Details
Faculty Positions
Hebrew Bible
Wesley Theological Seminary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Hebrew Bible. We expect to make this appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2012. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Old Testament/ Hebrew Bible, with a M.Div. degree and/or demonstrated involvement in the life of the missional church. Teaching competence, commitment to publication and ongoing research, and the ability to interpret the Bible in a diverse cultural and theological context are essential. Candidates must be proficient in hermeneutics and demonstrate both the ability to relate Scripture to the life of the church, and an awareness of the place of Bible within the larger theological curriculum. Web-enhanced teaching and learning a plus. Wesley Theological Seminary is an EEO/AA employer. Underrepresented minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates interested in applying for this position should contact Dean Amy G. Oden at hebrewbiblesearch@wesleyseminary.edu or 4500 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington DC 20016. A completed dossier will consist of all graduate transcripts, three reference letters, a complete vita, and a cover letter stating interest and qualifications for the position. Applications due by January 6, 2012. Posted on 10/25/11.
Staff Positions
Enrollment Counselor, Office of Admissions
Full-time position, Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Some evenings and weekends for special events)
Salary: Mid Thirties – based on skills & experience, excellent benefits!
Description: Advises and counsels students regarding the admissions process while managing prospective student inquiries; supervises student assistants in the Admissions Office; advises and counsels students regarding the financial aid process and types of aid; works alongside the Director of Financial Aid and the Director of Admissions to assist students through the enrollment process; assists in the promotion of scholarship and award opportunities; interprets academic programs to prospective students; coordinates the office calendar; coordinates events for the Admissions Office; maintains database of prospective students; coordinates mailings; greets walk-in prospective students; coordinates campus visits for prospective students and applicants; processes purchase orders and assists with office budget management; manages telephone and email requests in the Admissions office; updates website; provides clerical and administrative support to the Director of Admissions, Director of Recruitment, and the Associate Director of Admissions.
Qualifications: Competent with Microsoft Office and Outlook (experience with Datatel/Colleague a plus). Excellent people and organizational skills; good written and oral communication skills; desktop publishing experience a bonus; content management experience with websites expected; experience with Crystal Reports preferred; previous experience in higher education preferred; must be comfortable working in a diverse community which is dedicated to preparing leaders for The United Methodist Church and other churches of the mid-Atlantic region. Bilingual ability (Spanish or Korean) preferred but not required.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to: Director of Human Resources, Wesley Theological Seminary, 4500 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016 5690, Email:
hr@wesleyseminary.edu Posted 1/26/12.