This position is responsible for typing  and drafting letters, memos and reports, entering and updating data in Raiser's Edge, updating files, drafting check requisitions and travel expense vouchers, reconciling Master Card expenses, drafting and tracking scholarship criteria, organizing campus visits, managing department calendars, making travel arrangements, assisting with events, helping track and enter budget information. This person conducts basic database and internet research, and runs reports.

The Accounting Aide provides accounting and clerical support to all Business Office functions. The Accounting Assistant balances and audits various accounts according to the needs of the Business Office.

Hillsdale College The Rockwell Lake Lodge Chef   Introduction The Chef position for the Hillsdale College Rockwell Lake Lodge serves under the direction of the Operations and Hospitality Manager located on premises in Luther, MI and the Director of Hospitality located on campus in Hillsdale, MI.  The Lodge is seeking a Chef to start immediately for a part-time position with the potential to transition to a full-time salaried employee of Hillsdale College in the near future. The ideal candidate will be able to coordinate all responsibilities of food and beverage purchasing and preparation, maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, and contribute to a first-class atmosphere of hospitality. The position is considered part of the staff of the Hillsdale College Dow Hotel and Conference Center and reports to the Operations and Hospitality Manager under the Director of Hospitality. Every person who works at The Rockwell Lake Lodge helps create the “Hillsdale Experience” for guests. We work as a team and each person holds a specific piece of the whole. The role of Lodge Chefis to constructively represent Hillsdale College through culinary services by providing top-notch food and guaranteeing a high-quality restaurant experience for Lodge guests. Hospitality and total customer service are at the core of that experience. The Chef is also responsible for maintaining a positive work environment in the Lodge’s kitchen by ensuring balanced scheduling in coordination with the Operations and Hospitality Manager and through effective leadership in the kitchen.   Summary During peak season, from May 15th to October 31st, it is expected that the Chef be available every day when the Lodge is open, unless other staffing arrangements are made. This may include extended periods of time without a day off, as occupancy dictates. During non-peak season, from October 31st to May 14th, it is expected that the Chef be available every day when the Lodge is open, unless other staffing arrangements are made. During this season, the Lodge will be closed Sunday evening through Wednesday evening, except in the event the Lodge is hosting special group events. The Chef may also be expected to work at least one day Monday through Wednesday each week during this time, unless prior arrangements are made. As part of the staff of the Hillsdale College Dow Hotel and Conference Center, the Chefmay be required to attend training at the Hillsdale campus. Conversely, staff from the Hillsdale campus will regularly visit the Lodge for training, planning meetings, or getaways. Hosting and preparing food for these staff members is a crucial part of the Chef’s role at the Lodge.

Hillsdale College The Rockwell Lake Lodge Job Description Operations & Hospitality Manager Introduction The management team of the Hillsdale College Rockwell Lake Lodge consists of the Director of Hospitality located on campus in Hillsdale, MI and the Operations and Hospitality Manager located on premises in Luther, MI. They work in cooperation to oversee the operations of The Rockwell Lake Lodge. The position of Operations and Hospitality Manager is a full-time salaried employee of Hillsdale College and jointly shares in the fulfilling and/or coordinating of all responsibilities of food and beverage, maintenance, guest services and hospitality. The position is considered part of the staff of the Hillsdale College Dow Hotel and Conference Center and reports to the Director of Hospitality under the VP of Business Development. Every person who works at The Rockwell Lake Lodge helps create the “Hillsdale Experience” for guests. We work as a team and each person holds a specific piece of the whole. The role of Lodge Operations and Hospitality Manageris to constructively represent Hillsdale College in “front of the house” by providing top-notch guest services and guaranteeing proper and regular maintenance for the Lodge to ensure a first-class ambiance for guests. Hospitality and total customer service are at the core of that experience. The Operations and Hospitality Manager is also responsible for maintaining a positive work environment at the Lodge through balanced scheduling and effective leadership. As the senior position at the Lodge, the Operations and Hospitality Manager is expected to set the tone for both full-time and part-time support staff in terms of both performance expectations and employee attitude.   Summary The Operations and Hospitality Managerat the Hillsdale College Rockwell Lake Lodge, along with the Property Manager and Chef, coordinates the work of the property and is expected to assist in any and all areas as needed, providing direct oversight and support to staff during peak occupancy. During peak season, from May 15th to October 31st, it is expected that the Operations and Hospitality Manager be on call 24/7 when the Lodge is open. This may include extended periods of time without a day off, as occupancy dictates. During non-peak season, from October 31st to May 14th, it is expected that the Operations and Hospitality Manager be on call 24/7 when the Lodge is open. During this season, the Lodge will be closed Sunday evening through Wednesday evening, except in the event the Lodge is hosting special group events. The Operations and Hospitality Manager will be expected to work at least one day Monday through Wednesday each week during this time, unless prior arrangements are made. Year round, while guests are staying at the property, it is also expected that the Operations and Hospitality Manager remain on the grounds of Rockwell Lake Lodge unless other staffing arrangements are made.   As part of the staff of the Hillsdale College Dow Hotel and Conference Center, the Operations and Hospitality Managermay be required to attend training at the Hillsdale campus. Conversely, staff from the Hillsdale campus will regularly visit the Lodge for training, planning meetings, or getaways. Hosting these staff members is a crucial part of the Operations and Hospitality Manager’s role at the Lodge.

Assist and support Admissions Office with daily tasks; manage projects for Senior Director of Admissions and Director of Field Recruitment.  Coordinate and administer day-to-day operations of planning, managing, and executing HCAAP activities.

This is a second shift position, working at Hillsdale Academy from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Custodial Services, the Custodian performs a variety of manual custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment. Performs related work as required. Demonstrates responsible use of proper cleaning methods and materials in performing duties. 

Guest Services staff is responsible for maintaining an environment that is pleasing and inviting to prospective and current guests and clients while providing all amenities necessary to enhance a customer-driven service organization.

Assists the Admissions Office by assessing prospective Hillsdale College students for fit through conversation; actively provides feedback regarding student interviews to Admissions Counselors through formal written communications; maintains an accurate, up-to-date knowledgebase of Hillsdale College fast facts and admissions figures; works with Admissions staff to assist group visit day interview processes.

This is a full time, third shift position working Monday through Friday from 11:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. at the Roche Sports Complex.  Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Custodial Services, the Custodian performs a variety of manual custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment. Performs related work as required. Demonstrates responsible use of proper cleaning methods and materials in performing duties. 

This position involves the setup, operation, and overseeing of select AV services for various College events, functions, programs, and specific College infrastructure that an AV component.  It must oversee and manage the AV budget, staff, and coordinate such in the fulfillment of AV and media requests from campus departments and clients engaging in facility usage.

The Senior Software Architect will work in a leadership role with a multi-discipline team to design the technology to deliver a world-class online education to over 2 million learners. The primary role of the Senior Software Architect is to design enterprise architecture, software, and development processes that enable the College to develop and optimize a next generation web and mobile platform that can scale to deliver online education to tens of millions of online students. This role will be instrumental in hiring and leading the software engineering and development team dedicated to the College's digital platform, and collaborates closely with other technical teams, senior management, product owners, internal partners, and vendors.

The Planned Giving Associate, under the direction of the Legal Counsel & Administrative Director and the Western Regional Planned Giving Associate, serves as the departmental lead working with donors telephonically to cultivate planned gifts. Oversees and evaluates a comprehensive planned giving and e-marketing and communication program, coordinates with appropriate staff and consultants in managing <hillsdalelegacy.org>, and serves as campus liaison for life-income and legacy donors. Interacts with high profile donors.   Works extensively with planned giving and Raiser’s Edge software and generate various reports and illustrations. Covers the Gift and Estate Office’s 1-800 line and receives onsite visitors. Writes and enters call reports, prepares and sends correspondence, submits requisitions and check requests. Plans and coordinates all aspects of travel for Western Regional Planned Giving Associate donor visits. Operates basic office machines, compute and prepare travel vouchers and sorts and distributes departmental mail. Attends and assists with evening and weekend events, as appropriate.

The Property Manager oversees the facilities of Hillsdale College in Washington D.C., including property maintenance and improvement, facility security and student housing, and vendor management.

The Manager of Digital Direct Response reports to the AVP of National Donor Outreach and is responsible for managing the College’s digital direct response efforts, including fundraising, new donor and email acquisition (including new online course students), and other digital conversion activity. The Manager of Digital Direct Response is also responsible for analyzing and optimizing the College’s current business processes and systems related to these responsibilities.

The Fundraising Copywriter reports to the AVP of National Donor Outreach and is responsible for writing letters, emails, landing pages, reports, phone scripts, and other fundraising copy that drives results; editing and managing copy produced by outside vendors for consistency with the College’s style/voice; and managing the fundraising copy development process from concept to approval to final output.

The Accountant maintains, monitors, and reports on endowment and restricted purpose funds. The incumbent also reviews and analyzes entries made to the general ledger by colleagues, and assists in annual audit.

Hillsdale College is continuously exploring innovative ways of employing technology in support of its mission to provide a world-class liberal arts education. We have a unique opportunity for an intelligent and talented Business Analyst who has an excellent abilities to analyze business processes, opportunities, and work collaboratively with customers and technologists to design and implement technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience in data analysis processes, systems, and methodologies. Good candidates will also have experience working with senior level executives to strategically guide technology adoption, implementation, and optimization to improve business processes. Experience supporting fundraising or direct sales operations is highly desirable.   The Business Analyst to Institutional Advancement will act as liaison between Information Technology Services and Institutional Advancement. The Business Analyst will work in both a strategic and a technical capacity  with Institutional Advancement to optimize its use of available technology in its fundraising efforts. The Business Analyst should have strong business acumen and ample experience in both planning and implementing enterprise level technology, especially CRM, ERP, or similar systems.