Employment Opportunities

York University is located in York, Nebraska, approximately 45 minutes west of Lincoln and 45 minutes east of Grand Island. The university has a strong Christian heritage and is affiliated with the Churches of Christ. York University is both a ministry and a mission field, providing numerous opportunities to introduce students to Jesus and help them grow in their faith. Our campus footprint provides ample space for our 450 seated students.

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Non-discrimination

York University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship, loan, and other financial aid programs, athletic and other University -administered programs or employment as required by federal laws, including Title VII and Title IX, except when such distinctions may be appropriate under state and federal constitutional provisions due to the religious identity of York University and its mission, as determined by its Board of Trustees and the nature of the particular employment position or activity in question.

Faculty Employment Opportunities

Applications should be submitted electronically to the contact listed with each position. Only electronic (PDF) submissions will be accepted. Applications should include:

  • A letter of interest

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Copies of all post-secondary transcripts (official copies required at time of hire)

  • Three or more appropriate references who may be contacted

  • Response to the York University mission statement

  • Personal faith statement

  • Statement of teaching philosophy

Salary and rank are determined based on credentials and experience.

Benefits include group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 403b retirement plan, tuition benefits for employee/spouse/children. 

The list below provides information about faculty positions currently available at York University.

Faculty Open Positions

Effective date: Fall 2026

York University seeks a dynamic, capable individual to work within the Department of Bible and Ministry
as a full-time, 9-month faculty member. The department serves a small number of majors and all other
programs require students to complete six Bible courses. The vision for this program is to transition focus
on the Jesus story and the foundational truths of His teachings, developing a practical faith, spiritual
nurturing and discipleship, and living the way of Jesus in transformative community.

Qualifications and Duties: Responsibilities include classroom instruction each semester, participating in
departmental assessment, academic advising, and engaging in service to the institution, community, and
kingdom. Preference will be given to candidates with a terminal degree. All applicants should demonstratestrong communication skills and interest in the academic and spiritual development of undergraduatestudents. A successful candidate will be an active member of the Churches of Christ / Stone Campbell heritage and demonstrate a commitment to Christian education. York University is a private Christian institution of higher learning affiliated with the Churches of Christ.

Benefits: Group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 403B retirement plan, tuition benefits
for employee/spouse/children.

To apply for this position, please submit these documents to the Dr. Shannon Leinen at provost@york.edu.

Updated 5/21/26

 

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026

Seeking full-time faculty member. Applicants should be able to teach a variety of lower and upper division courses in accounting and finance. Possible courses would depend on the candidate's academic background including AccountingFinancial Markets, Operations, Computer Applications, Management, Agribusiness Management or Financial Management. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. and experience or expertise in accounting, management or related field.

Faculty responsibilities include:

  • Provide up to 27 hours of classroom instruction per academic year

  • Participate in departmental assessment

  • Serve on campus wide committees as assigned

  • Serve on department/division committees as assigned

  • Maintain office hours

  • Serve as an academic advisor

  • Sponsor the business club


Applications: To apply for this position, please submit these documents to the Dr. Shannon Leinen at provost@york.edu.

Posted 2/17/26

Salary: Position is full-time and salary is commensurate with education and experience

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education
  • Candidate working on a Ph.D. or Ed.D. may be considered
  • Experience working in online education preferred
  • Experience in working with Accreditation and Department of Education preferred
  • Have held a Teaching License either current or expired in any state. Or be willing to work toward the teaching licensure of Nebraska.


Position and Responsibilities:

This is a 12-month, on site, Faculty Position housed within the Online Department. Applicants should be well-versed in building, maintaining, and assessing collegiate educational programming.  A successful candidate will be an active member of the churches of Christ/Stone Campbell heritage and demonstrate a commitment to Christian education. Ideal candidates will have interest in areas of education that may include: curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, early childhood education, social emotional learning, or sports administration.  The incumbent will participate in governance activities, serve on committees, and implement school policies and procedures.

Master of Education Program Director responsibilities include:

  • Implement, manage, design, report and assess curriculum in the Master of Education program.
  • Teach 15 graduate or undergraduate hours as part of the faculty load, some of which may be Face-to-Face, at the discretion of the Provost.
  • Design or refresh 2-4 courses per academic year in accordance with the institution’s instructional design process.
  • Aid in the recruitment, admissions, and retention of graduate and online students.
  • Collaborate on outreach and marketing efforts.
    Provide counsel to students and prospective students on program-related matters.
  • Develop relationships with area and associated schools and homeschool groups; cultivate potential partnerships; and conduct site-visits accordingly with a goal of at least annually for locations within reasonable driving distance to include the possibility of an overnight stay.
  • Work alongside the undergraduate education program and department chair to set goals for the University and maintain compliance with the Nebraska Department of Education.
  • Run the mentor program for licensure areas to include serving as one as part of their workload each term, recruiting others, and conducting orientations for all mentors and their assigned students
  • Be prepared to represent York University at various events, including events aimed at recruiting students, especially as the events support York University Online programming
  • Attend all faculty and academic personnel meetings as required by the university.

ELearning Specialist responsibilities include:

  • Maintain process for recruiting and maintaining qualified faculty to teach courses administered by York University Online; aid in the selection of instructors for each term.
  • Design and maintain an orientation and annual professional development training for both new and assigned faculty; maintain faculty instructional and informative materials.
  • Design and maintain a student orientation for online and graduate students.
  • For every term, monitor instructor performance and send weekly correspondence to all faculty regarding faculty engagement.
  • Assist with online classroom setup for each sub-term.
  • Assist with the distribution, collection and documentation of online faculty performance assessments.
  • Chair the Online Faculty Workshop at least twice annually.
    Work closely with all relevant staff to determine instructional best practices on topics such as: attendance, faculty expectations, course implementation, Canvas help, and course improvement.
  • Work with the Academic Resource Center, Student Services, Instructional Design and other departments to bring equality of modality to online students and faculty.
  • Work as a team member to continue to innovate and create best practices for York University Online.

Benefits: Group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 403B retirement plan, tuition benefits for employee/spouse/children.  

Application Procedure:

To apply for this position, please submit these documents to the Dr. Shannon Leinen at provost@york.edu.

Posted 4/21/25

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026

York University invites applications for a full-time position in the Department of Biology.
Position is full-time with salary commensurate with education and experience with a start date of August 1, 2025.

Qualifications:
Must be able to teach a variety of lower- and upper-division courses in biology potentially including: Cell Biology, Genetics, and Microbiology. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate proficiency in delivering instruction for associated laboratory components. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D.

A successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, show an interest in the academic and spiritual development of undergraduate students, demonstrate commitment to the York University mission, and be an active member of the churches of Christ / Stone Campbell heritage. York University is a private Christian institution of higher learning affiliated with the Churches of Christ.


Responsibilities:

  • Provide up to 27 hours of classroom instruction per academic year
  • Participate in departmental assessment
  • Serve on campus wide committees as assigned
  • Serve on department/division committees as assigned
  • Maintain office hours
  • Serve as an academic advisor


Benefits: Group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 403B retirement plan, tuition
benefits for employee/spouse/children.


Applications: To apply for this position, please submit these documents to the Dr. Shannon Leinen at provost@york.edu.

Posted 1/17/25

 

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026

York University invites applications for a full-time position in the Department of Natural Sciences.

Position is full-time with salary commensurate with education and experience with a start date of August 1, 2025.

Qualifications:

Must be able to teach a variety of lower- and upper-division courses in biology and other sciences including: kinesiology, zoology, ecology, environmental science, agriculture or healthcare. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate an understanding of lab management. If qualified, the candidate may be considered to be the Masters of Healthcare Administration Program Director. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D.

A successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, show an interest in the academic and spiritual development of undergraduate students, demonstrate commitment to the York University mission, and be an active member of the churches of Christ / Stone Campbell heritage. York University is a private Christian institution of higher learning affiliated with the Churches of Christ.

Responsibilities (Depending on Qualifications):

  •  Provide up to 21-27 hours of classroom instruction per academic year
  • Service and maintain science laboratories
  •  Act as a graduate program director
  •  Participate in departmental assessment
  •  Serve on campus wide committees as assigned
  •  Serve on department/division committees as assigned
  •  Maintain office hours
  •  Serve as an academic advisor

Benefits: Group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 403B retirement plan, tuition
benefits for employee/spouse/children.

Applications: To apply for this position, please submit these documents to the Dr. Shannon Leinen at provost@york.edu.

Posted on 01/21/2025

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026

Salary: Adjunct Rate

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Biology or Related Field
  • Previous experience teaching at the college level preferred.

Position & Responsibilities: This is a temporary (4 month) Adjunct Biology Professor position. A Successful Candidate will be responsible for teaching an undergraduate biology or kinesiology course, developing course materials, and fostering a dynamic learning environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Teach an introductory Biology course, including lectures and laboratory sessions. 
  • Develop and update the institutional course guide. 
  • Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical’s. 
  • Provide timely feedback and support to students to promote academic success. 

Application Process:

Applications: To apply for this position, please submit these documents to the Dr. Shannon Leinen at provost@york.edu.

Posted on 6/27/24

 

Staff Employment Opportunities

The list below provides information about staff jobs currently available at York University. Qualified persons filing timely applications will be given consideration for the positions listed. Each position will have specific application instructions. 

Salary is based on experience.

Benefits include group medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 403b retirement plan, tuition benefits for employee/spouse/children. 

Unless otherwise noted, posted positions are 40 hours per week, 12 months per year, in-person. 

The list below provides information about staff positions currently available at York University.

 

Staff Open Positions

Reports to: President

Position summary: The director of marketing and communications provides strategic leadership in pursuing the vision, mission, and growth goals of York University. Collaborating with the offices of Advancement, Admissions, Athletics, and Academics, this position will be responsible for internal and external communication of the university’s strategic initiatives, prioritizing enrollment, outreach, and alumni relations.

Responsibilities

  • Chair of the Marketing Committee: Lead campus marketing efforts through coordination with a team of individuals across campus who are responsible for external messages. 
  • Perform market analysis in order to identify competitive opportunities for the university enrollment marketing.
  • Advise the university on lead generation in relation to KPIs on enrollment and fundraising goals as proven through data-driven decision making and marketing strategies.
  • Achieve success metrics by improving engagement, stronger brand awareness, enrollment growth, increased donor participation and giving.  
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy for each branch of the university in collaboration with key stakeholders.
  • Connect the university’s value proposition with potential donors and with prospective students.
  • Oversee the website maintenance and development for the main campus and online.
  • Lead advertising strategies with external vendors, including digital advertising, social media, and printed or displayed advertising.
  • Oversee brand and promotional policies across the university system.
  • Create digital and physical promotional materials for the university.
  • Manage external communications with future students in coordination with CRM managers across the university system.
  • Create and manage intake processes and criteria for internal communication for the university events or community-level promotional needs. 
  • Become familiar with York University’s audiences and tailor storytelling for each type on an annual basis.
  • Create a unifying social media strategy for  York University.
  • In collaboration with the President, oversee external communications, including press releases and crisis communications.

 

Skills

  • Must be familiar with digital data analytics, SEO, CRM, and graphic design tools.
  • Training and experience in project management is preferred.
  • Must be able to cast a futuristic vision and use backward design calendars to create institutional strategies for success.
  • Must be able to develop scalable marketing systems and refine strategies to improve return on marketing investment.
  • Must have written and oral communication skills for a wide variety of audiences and contexts.
  • Able to work well with others in both leadership and followership capacities.

 

Qualifications 

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, business, or a related field. 
  • Demonstrated experience in successful marketing, enrollment, and public relations strategies.
  • Strong digital skills and familiarity with current market trends in media.
  • Understanding and adherence to the religious heritage and Christ-centered mission of the university.

 

Physical Demands

  • Endure demands resulting from significant time spent on a computer.
  • Endure demands that result from variable and sometimes extended work hours.
  • Be able to lift more than 20 pounds.

 

Application Process: The following documents should be submitted electronically to the president at president@york.edu. Only electronic (PDF) submissions will be accepted. Applications should include:

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  • Resume
  • Three references who may be contacted

Posted 5/26/2026

Anticipated Start Date: July 2026

Position Summary:
Lead the publication and print needs of the university. Expectations include completing a set of annual print needs that may fluctuate in number depending on university needs such as campaign cycles and/or special events. This work of this position is mainly comprised of print needs but requires strong capability for graphic design also includes central institutional website management responsibility. Responsible for website publications and communication with other campus partners responsible for the institutions website. Skills necessary are ability to plan months in advance, effective calendar management and ability to communicate with other departments. This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: include all duties for which this position is responsible for leadership, delegation and execution. The following but can vary depending on future scenarios:

A. Publications:

  1. Heritage Magazine leadership and primary contributor, two issues annually
  2. Occasional Performing Arts events print pieces
  3. Design process for campaign materials
  4. Design print mail pieces and manage distribution process
  5. Design campus recognition pieces (plaques, pictures etc.)
  6. Lead and create advertising pieces for local and national outlets
  1. Campus Web Administration and Social Media
  1. Responsible for oversight of main institutional website
  2. Train and develop other key campus partners to ensure fresh and accurate content
  3. Communicate with other campus professionals regarding content and ensure messaging connects with other communication forms
  4. Back-up manager to campus social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Google Business)
  5. Proactive work to make the website more functional, and professional
  1. Co-Manage Campus Photography
  1. Alongside yearbook editor, cover or arrange coverage of all necessary university events
  2. Take annual student and employee photos
  3. Coordinate photography needs for all publications and website
  4. Upload and organize photos for institutional archive (smug-mug and issuu.com) 
  5. Coordinate photography needs for all publications and website including selected athletic events, performing arts, student life and occasional alumni participation

Minor Responsibilities include duties in which support is necessary for task completion

  1. Participate in special events for alumni and friends
  2. Support social media efforts
  3. Enforce and communicate university branding guidelines
  4. Be prepared to edit and author institutional news releases
  5. Serve as part of campus marketing committee


Professional Development Requirements:

Skills and Attributes needed:

  1. Graphic design and layout skills
  2. Effectively manage concurrent multiple tasks and deadlines with strong organizational skills
  3. Creative, critical thinking skills, especially as it relates to planning and developing print pieces
  4. Ability to use professional cameras
  5. Read software and equipment manuals/instructions

Qualifications:

  1. Minimum education requirement of bachelor’s degree
  2. Experience in graphics programs and desktop publishing such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Light Room and InDesign
  3. Experience with Photography and editing capabilities

Physical Demands:

  1. Endure demands resulting from significant time spent on a computer
  2. Endure demands that result from variable and sometimes extended work hours
  3. Be able to lift more than 20 pounds

Application Process: The following documents should be submitted electronically to the Executive Vice President at jastark@york.edu. Only electronic (PDF) submissions will be accepted. Applications should include:

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  • Resume
  • Three references who may be contacted


Posted 5/21/2026

Position Summary: York University is seeking applicants for the position of Head Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country Coach, with recruiting to begin for the Fall 2026 academic year. York University competes in the NAIA and is a member of the Kansas Collegiate Athletics Conference (KCAC). The coach will report directly to the Athletic Director.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Firm commitment to the mission of York University.
  • Proven ability to recruit student-athletes.
  • Commitment to representing Christian principles.
  • Ability to work within a budget outlined by the athletic department.

Application Process:
Submit a resume, cover letter, personal faith statement, and three references to:
Mr. Brian Walth
Director of Athletics
Phone: (402) 363-5712
E-mail: bwalth@york.edu

Updated 5/27/2026

 

Graduate Assistant Opportunities

Being a Graduate Assistant (GA) is a special privilege for qualified students to obtain work experience that supports the mission of York University while also being actively enrolled in one of our master’s degree programs.  Each GA is expected to be a strong representation of YU’s mission and values and follow the standards of conduct for both students and employees.  GAs will:

  • Agree to serve for two full academic years and complete a master’s program during the same two academic years. In order to do so, GAs must maintain continuous enrollment progressing toward successful completion. 

  • Meet the admissions criteria for graduate school and maintain good academic standing.

  • (For former YU students) have been free of probation status with the Office of Student Life during their last two years as a student.

  • Be in good financial standing with the YU Business Office (Student Accounts).

  • Work the requisite hours of the position consistent with that of a part-time employee.

  • Reside on campus or submit an exception request through the future supervisor. 

GAs do receive benefits, which may include a tuition discount, campus housing, and a meal plan.  For more information regarding GA positions, contact the Online and Graduate Studies Department.  If you are interested in a position listed below, send a resume and cover letter to the associated email address/applicant contact to learn if the position is still open and about departmental responsibilities within that role.

Graduate Assistant Open Positions

Position: ARC-Library Graduate Assistant
Applicant Contact:  Leanna Hawley or Ken Yunevich; llhawley@york.edu, kyunevich@york.edu
Employment Timeline: August 2026 - August 2028

Position: Men's Wrestling Graduate Assistant
Applicant Contact:  Shawn Contos or Jay Roberts; sjcontos@york.edujroberts@york.edu
Employment Timeline: August 2026 - August 2028
 
Position: Women's Wrestling Graduate Assistant
Applicant Contact:  Jeff Albers or Jay Roberts; jpalbers@york.edujroberts@york.edu
Employment Timeline: August 2026 - August 2028
 
Position: Softball Graduate Assistant
Applicant Contact:  Aaron Alvarez or Jay Roberts; aealvarez@york.edujroberts@york.edu
Employment Timeline: August 2026 - August 2028
 
Position: Women's Basketball Graduate Assistant
Applicant Contact:  Corinna Minjarez or Jay Roberts; cminjarez@york.edujroberts@york.edu
Employment Timeline: August 2026 - August 2028
 
Position: Cheer/Dance Graduate Assistant
Applicant Contact:  Bailey Davis or  Jay Roberts; bdavis@york.edujroberts@york.edu
Employment Timeline: August 2026 - August 2028

 

Students Employment Opportunities

York University offers students part-time jobs called "work study" that offer a range of different skills, fields and experiences. Working part-time allows students to earn money for expenses, establish a work record and develop skills.  For more information about work study or to apply visit here