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HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@covenantseminary.edu or Covenant Theological Seminary, Attn: Human Resources, 12330 Conway Road St. Louis, MO, 63141. Please indicate the specific position for which you are applying. Applications are kept on file for one year and will be considered if an appropriate position becomes available during that time.

POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Covenant Theological Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, gender or disability in admission to or employment in its educational programs or activities except as required by the doctrinal standards of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). Inquiries regarding the application of non-discrimination policies may be directed to: Alice Evans, Vice President of Business and Finance, 12330 Conway Road, St. Louis, MO 63141, 314.434.4044, ext. 4053.

OUR MISSION AND BELIEFS

The purpose of Covenant Theological Seminary is to glorify the triune God by training his servants to WALK in God’s grace, MINISTER God’s Word, and EQUIP God’s people—all for God’s MISSION. As the denominational seminary the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), we profess and proclaim the historic Christian faith as revealed in Scripture and summarized in the Apostles’ Creed and the Statement of Faith of the National Association of Evangelicals. The Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms, although subordinate to the Bible in their authority, set forth our understanding of biblical truth in a consistent, concise, and reliable form.

OPEN POSITIONS

FULL-TIME STAFF / FACULTY POSITIONS

CONTROLLER – BUSINESS OFFICE
The Business Office at Covenant Seminary is seeking applications for the position of Controller. This is a full-time position with full Seminary benefits. We value team cooperation, commitment to excellent work, and dedication to the Seminary’s mission of training pastors and leaders for Christ’s church and Kingdom. Salary for the Controller is commensurate with experience. This position reports to the Vice President for Business Administration.

Business Administration Goals and Responsibilities:

• To create, develop, and refine processes on an on-going basis that financially and physically enable the overall mission and goals of the institution.
• Offer a high level of support services which model a grace-reflecting community through policy, procedures, and personnel.
• Encourage and fulfill operational best practices for the Seminary through the use of technology, process efficiencies, customer service, and staff development.
• Continually partner, with a service-to-others ethos, with the broader community on identified priorities and strategic goals to achieve institution-wide excellence.
• Support financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for not-for-profit entities according to the standards of the financial accounting standards board (FASB).

Position Responsibilities:

Compliance:

• Ensures the accurate and timely processing of all accounting transactions and compliance with Federal, American Theological Schools, Department of Higher Education, and Seminary regulations and policies and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepares reports and surveys as required by regulatory agencies; prepares annual financial statements and documents in support of annual independent audit and other audit activities.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Work with VP for Business and Finance to produce annual budget package for the President’s Cabinet, Board of Trustees, and General Assembly.
• Meet with departmental heads regularly to forecast expense budgets and revenue.
• Develop and monitor cash flow analysis for the purpose of planning and management of Seminary resources to meet the needs of the Institution.

Business Office:

• Supervision of accounting office personnel and monthly close while upholding current accounting standards, manage chart of accounts, monitor cash transactions for all accounts.
• Maintains effective financial registrations, chart of accounts, financial aid records, student loan financials/collections, and works with One Stop team to optimize integrated work processes.
• Ensures payables in a timely fashion; organizes and authorizes scheduled payments (insurance, annuities, etc.).
• Identifies and recommends policies and procedures related to the financial and business practices of the Seminary. Plans and implements new operating procedures to improve service quality, efficiency, and effective internal control.
• Supervises a staff of accountants and support staff and is a direct contributor to the daily work flow and operations of the Business Office.
• Has signatory authority for Seminary documents such as vendor payments, purchase orders, checks, and others as directed.

Purchasing: Communicates, manages, and polices purchasing policy, coordinates the purchasing function with the Accounting Office (including corporate card program).

Service Operations:

• Maintains safe custody of lease, purchase and servicing contracts on all copiers, postage machines, etc.
• Maintains a standard of superior service to all customers and students; fosters and maintains positive relationships and works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.

Bank Relations:

• Primary contact with Seminary bank(s), recommends changes/improvements in such services to VP for Business Administration.

Advisor to the Vice President for Business Administration:

• Primary advisor and confidant of the VP for Business and Finance for all Business Office operations.
• Additional duties assigned by VP for Business Administration.
• Develops and implements short and long-range department goals consistent with Seminary strategic directions and senior management direction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Five (5) years related accounting experience and three (3) years progressive management experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience and expertise in general ledger accounting, including fund accounting.
• Must be able to: read, analyze and interpret complex financial data; respond effectively to questions and prepare material in response to inquiries; make concise and effective presentations on controversial or complex topics to management; exercise judgment and discretion as well as handle confidential information.
• Must have previous experience using accounting and reporting application(s) and possess excellent end user computer skills, including Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• The Controller must be able to step in and provide backup support in critical functions to meet and cover staff absences.
• Must be well-organized, flexible and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPA preferred.
• Desire to use professional skills to serve in a faith-based ministry.

To Apply: Send resumes and cover letter to humanresources@covenantseminary.edu by July 30, 2021. Applications submitted by June 30, 2021, will receive priority consideration.

Posted 2021.06.15

ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR FULL PROFESSOR OF COUNSELING – ONE-YEAR APPOINTMENT

Covenant Theological Seminary invites applications and nominations for a one-year faculty appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor of Counseling. The position will start in the summer or fall of 2021. Instructional responsibilities will be in the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Track.

Along with excellent teaching gifts, we seek a candidate who:

• is committed to the discernment of truth and error in psychological theories in order to reclaim what is true to be used within a Christian approach to counseling;
• has a long-term commitment to enabling students to develop a biblical foundation and framework for understanding people and helping them to change and grow;
• has substantial experience in counseling clients; and
• ideally, has published and/or done research in the field.

Requirements

The qualified candidate will:

• have an earned doctoral degree in counselor education from a CACREP-accredited program or have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013;
• show evidence of teaching experience or promise of excellence in the classroom;
• demonstrate ability in or potential for scholarship.

Candidates must also be in significant agreement with the doctrinal distinctives of the Presbyterian Church in America (see https://www.covenantseminary.edu/why-covenant/, noting especially the “Confessional” description near the bottom of the page).

To Apply: Please send cover letter and CV to Alissa.Cline@covenantseminary.edu, to the attention of: Dr. Brad Matthews, Dean of Faculty. The search will continue until the position is filled, but applications received by April 15, 2021, will receive fullest consideration.

Posted 2021.02.12

PART-TIME STAFF POSITIONS

CIRCULATION COORDINATOR – BUSWELL LIBRARY

The J. Oliver Buswell Jr. Library at Covenant Theological Seminary is seeking a service-oriented and collaborative professional to serve as part-time (25 hours per week) Circulation Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee operations and staffing of the circulation desk.
• Help maintain a welcoming and professional environment.
• Supervise and train 4–5 part-time student workers.
• Respond to student and faculty questions about the library, including basic reference questions.
• Identify and address lost, late, damaged, and missing materials.
• Implement and optimize circulation policies and procedures in coordination with other library staff.
• Manage borrowing and lending activity through the MOBIUS consortium, and work collaboratively with other institutions to address problems.

 Required Qualifications

• Ability to build and sustain effective interpersonal relationships with library staff, students, faculty, and visitors.
• Analytical, organizational, and time management skills, and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with personal computers, the Internet, and library-related applications. Working knowledge of standard office applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Capacity to adapt to a changing environment and to respond effectively to new needs and priorities.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an academic library environment, preferably in public services.
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces, Inc.’s Sierra ILS.
• MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited school and/or holds or pursuing a master’s-level seminary degree.

Statement of Faith: As Covenant Seminary is the seminary of the Presbyterian Church in America, applicants must be able to provide a written statement of Christian faith in keeping with the mission of the Seminary upon request.

To Apply: Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@covenantseminary.edu by May 28.

Posted 2021.04.06

PART-TIME STUDENT WORKER POSITIONS

Current and incoming students should check the Job Board for additional on- or off-campus positions.