37 Western University jobs found

  Position Information Position Title Mechanical Technician Job Description Missouri Western State University invites qualified candidates to apply for our Mechanical Technician to care for the MWSU campus buildings. Under the direction of the Mechanical Supervisor, the Mechanical Technician performs a variety of general maintenance and repairs to ensure all university mechanical systems remain in good physical condition. ESSENTIAL DUTIES : Use a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC , and related trades to preform work involving maintenance of all mechanical systems. Repair and install plumbing fixtures Operate a power drain opening cable machine Use gasoline or diesel...

  Position Information Position Title Video Production Assistant Department Athletics Appointment Term Spring (January - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary Assist Griffon Athletics video and creative content operations including video board productions, broadcasts and social media content. Essential Duties Shooting video of live home athletic events, including Griffon football, volleyball, soccer,...

  Position Information Position Title Program Assistant Department Student Affairs Appointment Term Spring (January - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary The Program Assistant for CSI (Center for Student Involvement) will be responsible to develop and implement programs and service for the MSWU student body, including staffing the Campus Cupboard, assisting with publicity and marketing, assisting with retention outreach, and engaging with the student body and visitors....

  Position Information   Position Title Communication Champion Department University Advancement Appointment Term Spring (January - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary The Communication Champions work with a team of students making telephone calls to Missouri Western Alumni asking for their financial support for Missouri Western. The individual serves as a student ambassador by educating alumni about the importance of financial support, informing alumni about current and upcoming events and activities and updating alumni records. Communication Champions are vital to the success of fundraising at Missouri Western and to maintaining strong relationships with alumni and parents. Students are the best ambassadors to talk about the Missouri Western experience – because you’re living it! Working on the Phonathon team is an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge and expertise in...

  Position Information   Position Title Graduate Assistant - Criminal Justice and Legal Studies Department Criminal Justice & Legal Studies Appointment Term Spring (January - May) FLSA Exempt Job Summary The Graduate Assistant (GA) for the Criminal Justice and Legal Department will assist the Graduate Program Director and Department Chair with duties related to the administration of both Graduate and Undergraduate programs.   This is a non-teaching Graduate Assistantship. Essential Duties Maintaining databases of both current and former students  Maintaining graduation records  Distributing program information to inquirers  Assisting with all recruitment activities – may require some travel, as well as evening/weekend attendance at conferences  Updating programs of study and progress records for all current...

  Position Information   Position Title Chemistry Mentor Department Chemistry Appointment Term Spring (January - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary The Chemistry Mentor will assist the Department of Chemistry laboratory instructors with laboratory preparation and clean-up, promoting discussion among students, offering assistance with technical skills, and helping monitor laboratory safety and good laboratory practice. Essential Duties Assist in laboratory preparation. This may involve equipment and glassware preparation and set-up, reagent preparation, and waste disposal preparation associated with each experiment. Assist assigned lab section instructor during the lab period by monitoring, and correcting safety related issues and laboratory procedures. Be able to answer student questions associated with the experiment or be able to direct them appropriately....

  Position Information Position Title Dean of Students Job Description Missouri Western State University invites applications and nominations for the position, Dean of Students. This vital role requires an attentive, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly collaborative leader to oversee the student affairs division. Reporting directly to the Vice President; the Dean of Students serves as an advocate for students, cultivates a culture of learning, engagement and responsible citizenship, and creates a dynamic student experience. The Dean upholds and adjudicates the policies and standards for students during their enrollment at the University. The successful candidate for the Dean of Students role will be an experienced,...

  Position Information   Position Title Assistant Professor of Nursing Department Department of Nursing Appointment 9 Months Tenure Status Tenure Track FLSA Exempt Job Summary Missouri Western State University’s College of Science and Health and School of Nursing invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor in Nursing position beginning January 2026. Successful candidates for this Assistant Professor position should be able to contribute to this growing Nursing program through undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service. Candidates are required to hold a Master of Science in Nursing, Licensure as a registered professional nurse in the State of Missouri or able to obtain this license. Essential Job Duties Missouri Western currently offers a Bachelors of Science in Nursing ( BSN ) and Masters of Science in Nursing ( MSN ). We...

  Position Information   Position Title Graduate Assistant - Career Development Center Department Career Development Center Appointment Term Academic Year (August - May) FLSA Exempt Job Summary The Graduate Assistant position in the Career Development Center ( CDC ) will connect with students and alumni to promote the programs, resources, and technology offered through the CDC . Essential Duties The Graduate Assistant (GA) for the Career Development Center will assist with programming and operations. Job focus will include: Supervising student employees while working events and in the office setting Organizing and executing career-centered events, workshops, and presentations Learn and manage systems in the office, such as Handshake, Big Interview, Canva, and Google Suite Meet 1on1 with students or in a group setting to coach them into internships, part-time...

  Position Information   Position Title Workforce Development Instructor - Part-time Department Workforce Development FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary Missouri Western State University is seeking workforce development instructors to teach continuing education courses on an as-needed basis in the fields of leadership, Lean, construction/industrial technology, IT certifications, mechanical technician training and electrical technician training. This position may require day or evening and face to face instruction. This position is part-time and will only teach non-credit programs. About Missouri Western and the Houlne Center: Missouri Western State University ( MWSU ) and North Central Missouri College ( NCMC ) are collaborating to grow the region’s skilled manufacturing and construction workforce with Missouri Western’s newly constructed Houlne Center for Convergent Technology. The Center...

  Position Information   Position Title Supplemental Instruction Leader Department Center for Academic Support Appointment Term Spring (January - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary In the Center for Academic Support ( CAS ), Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a series of weekly review sessions for students taking historically challenging courses. SI is provided for students who want to improve their understanding of course material and improve their grades. SI Leaders are students who have previously done well in the course and who plan and facilitate these review sessions each week. This position is for Spring 2026 semester. Essential Duties Attend all class meetings of the selected course, take notes, and read all assigned materials including texts and supplemental readings. Conduct three or four 50-minute study sessions per week throughout the term (depending on the...

  Position Information   Position Title Assistant Professor (or Professor of Practice) in Strength & Conditioning Department Health, Sport & Exercise Science Appointment 9 Months Tenure Status Tenure Track FLSA Exempt Job Summary Position Summary Missouri Western State University’s College of Science and Health, in partnership with the Department of Health Professions, invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Strength and Conditioning . This position may be filled as either a non-tenure track Professor of Practice or a tenure-track Assistant Professor , depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. We seek an energetic and collaborative educator with the ability to serve as the Program Director for the Strength and Conditioning program, teaching undergraduate courses, supporting curriculum development for a newly...

  Position Information   Position Title Assistant Vice President of Institutional Research and Analytics Job Description Missouri Western State University, located in St. Joseph, Missouri is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Institutional Research and Analytics ( AVP ) to join our Finance and Administration Division. The Assistant Vice President of Institutional Research and Analytics ( AVP ) is an administrative level position in Finance and Administration reporting to the Vice President and supports various departments on campus with analytical support. The AVP will program, code, extract, manage, analyze, communicate institutional data, and write reports (with visuals/graphic displays) to succinctly translate data for constituents both within and outside the university, for purposes of compliance with mandated reporting and for decision-making, planning, assessment, accreditation, and related activities with...

  Position Information   Position Title Assistant Professor (or Professor of Practice) in Computer Science Department Computer Science, Math & Physics Appointment 9 Months Tenure Status Tenure Track FLSA Exempt Job Summary Position Summary The Department of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics ( CSMP ) at Missouri Western State University (MoWest) invites applications for an Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice in Computer Science, beginning August 2026. We’re seeking an innovative educator and industry-connected practitioner eager to shape the next generation of computing professionals. The ideal candidate will be an engaging and student-focused teacher who brings real-world perspective into the classroom and contributes to the continued growth and evolution of our Computer Science program. About the Role In this role, you’ll...