Dean of the School of Business

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Dean of Business is the chief administrative officer of the school that includes graduate and undergraduate programs. The role of the Dean includes both administrative and leadership functions. As such, his or her responsibilities are to have ultimate oversight of and accountability for administrative aspects of the operation of the school, to

represent the school and serve as its liaison with other administrative units within the University, and to provide leadership for the school in formulating long-range plans and assessment procedures based on a shared vision of the goals of the school.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full-Time Position, Twelve-Month Appointment; Assignment to academic rank will be commensurate with experience and education.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 13, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 1, 2025

REQUIREMENTS: The ability to articulate and support the Christian mission of the institution; earned doctorate in the discipline; preferred professional experience appropriate to the discipline; excellent computer and educational technology skills; proven administrative skills; ability to work relationally and collaboratively with internal and external constituents.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The individual will serve as the chief administrative officer of the School of Business including both administrative and departmental leadership functions; have ultimate oversight of and accountability for administrative aspects of the operation of the school; represent the school and serve as its liaison with other administrative units within the University; and provide leadership for the school in formulating strategic plans and assessment procedures based on a shared vision of the goals of the school and the University. The individual will teach a wide variety of undergraduate Business Administration courses and graduate courses included in the MBA. Among the courses taught may be Business Communications, Marketing, Management, Entrepreneurship, and International Marketing. Applicant should exhibit both an interest in an ability to teach a wide variety of courses in an undergraduate business administration program and in the MBA. The candidate will work with other faculty members and students in curriculum development, student advising, and student placement. The individual will assist with recruitment and marketing the majors.

SALARY & BENEFITS: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, benefits including medical and dental insurance for employees, retirement plan with match and free tuition to BMC for employees and their dependents.

TO APPLY: Please submit a completed BMCU employment application (https://www.bmc.edu/jobs-at-bmcu) along with CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance to academicaffairs@bmc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

BLUE MOUNTAIN UNIVERSITY MISSION: Founded in 1873 as a Christian liberal arts college and affiliated since 1920 with the Mississippi Baptist Convention, Blue Mountain Christian University assists students in developing intellectual integrity, academic excellence, social awareness, and Christian character. To accomplish the mission the University recruits undergraduate and graduate students who are committed to scholarship, servant leadership, and service in church and community. The student-centered campus exhibits a climate of personal attention, respect, inclusion and high expectations. With the leadership of professionals who share the common bond of Christian faith and who are committed to excellence, students are guided to reach their God-given potential. 

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:  Blue Mountain Christian University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, military service, or genetic information in its programs, activities, and employment. Further, the University does not retaliate against a person because he or she complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit. Blue Mountain Christian University prohibits harassment because of a person’s race, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information or religion. The University may discriminate on the basis of religion in employment as it deems it is prudent to do so in order to achieve its mission. 

Director of Financial Aid

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Director of Financial Aid plays a key leadership role in financial aid and is responsible for the overall supervision and administration of financial aid programs. The Director of Financial Aid is under direct supervision of the Vice-President for Enrollment Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

These responsibilities include but are not strictly limited to the following activities:

• Coordinates with the VP for Enrollment Services to development and implement strategies to optimize financial aid resources and student support
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, institutional policies, and accreditation requirements
• Supervises the daily operation of the financial aid office; train, supervise, and evaluate staff
• Collaborate with admissions, registrar, and business office to support student enrollment and retention
• Manages the financial aid software programs and the Department of Education electronic support system
• Lead and support financial aid system implementation and transitions
• Utilize technology and data analysis to enhance financial aid services and student outcomes
• Monitors, directs, and approves all Financial Aid awarded to students
• Communicates eligibility and delivers financial aid to students in a timely manner
• Monitors changes to all state/federal financial aid programs for institutional compliance
• Has a working knowledge of FERPA rules and regulations.
• Assesses the effectiveness of the financial aid process at BMCU
• Maintain accurate records and prepare required reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Maintains current policies and procedures for administering financial aid
• Makes presentations to groups concerning filing the FAFSA
• Lives a lifestyle congruent with the mission of the university both on and off campus.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on university committees as assigned
• Perform other duties assigned by the VP for Enrollment Services

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 (Min.) Years Experience as Financial Aid Director
• Bachelor’s degree/Master’s preferred
• Knowledge of regulations pertaining to state and federal financial aid programs
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

REPORTS TO: Vice President for Enrollment Services

FSLA Status: Full-time

TO APPLY: Please submit a completed BMCU employment application (https://www.bmc.edu/jobs-at-bmcu) along with a cover letter and resume with 3 professional references to Alyssa Cooper (Vice President of Enrollment Services) acooper@bmc.edu. 

Federal Work-Study / Student Employment – General Job Description

Position Title: Student Assistant
Employment Type: Federal Work-Study / Student Employment
Location: [On-Campus / Remote / Hybrid]
Hours: Up to 10 hours per week during academic terms (as allowed by FWS guidelines)

Position Summary:

The Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the [Department Name] by performing a variety of administrative, customer service, and project-based tasks. This position is part of the Federal Work-Study or Student Employment program and is designed to offer meaningful work experience that complements a student’s academic and career goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist students, staff, and visitors in a professional manner

• Answer phones, take messages, and direct inquiries as needed

• File, photocopy, scan, and organize documents

• Assist with data entry, spreadsheets, and other administrative tasks

• Maintain confidentiality and follow FERPA guidelines

• Support department projects and events as assigned

• Keep work area clean and organized

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a current student in good academic standing

• Eligible for Federal Work-Study or Student Employment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous office or customer service experience

• Familiarity with campus resources and services

Learning Outcomes / Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience in a professional setting

• Develop time management, communication, and organizational skills

• Build references for future employment

• Contribute to the university community

TO APPLY: https://forms.office.com/r/da7GbN32GK