Ready for Your Next Career Move? Discover Endless Opportunities in Higher Education!
“I didn’t know what I wanted to do after I graduated, but I developed a passion for helping others. I wanted to impact people’s lives…At one event, a parent remembered me and said that the conversation we had back then really helped with his daughter’s decision to go to Wright State University…Having moments like that really helps keep you going, and it’s nice to know that you are having a positive impact on someone’s future.” – Natali Smith, Admissions Counselor, Wright State University
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Ready for Your Next Career Move? Discover Endless Opportunities in Higher Education!
Your unique skills and experiences can make a real impact in higher education. Colleges, universities, research labs, and affiliated hospitals are seeking all perspectives to drive innovation and support student success.
Not interested in teaching? That’s okay! Higher education institutions are like bustling communities, offering a wide range of career paths. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of expertise, there’s a place for you—from entry-level roles to senior leadership positions.
In higher ed, your talents can shine in fields like administration, IT, finance, student services, and beyond. Join a mission-driven environment where you’ll help shape the future and contribute to a more inclusive, dynamic learning experience for all.
Start your journey in higher education today—where your skills can make a difference!
Use these tools and resources to find your ideal job in higher education:
Career Advice
Explore HERC’s career resources to get help with job searching, networking, leadership, and other articles to support you in advancing your career. HERC also offers free ebooks, such as How to Apply for Higher Education Careers – Revised Edition, which includes tips on translating your soft skills and other proficiencies into a career-change resume.
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Browse job postings or use our search tool to find faculty, staff, and executive positions, including IT, engineering, logistics, mechanical, administrative, and healthcare jobs. Sign up for a free account to apply for jobs and access other tools and resources.
Job Seeker Profile
Our job posters (i.e., colleges, universities, and other higher education institutions) can search for candidates using our resume/CV database. To be included in our resume/CV database, you need to create a job seeker profile, where you can indicate your interests.
Custom Job Alerts
Once you start a free account, you can create a job alert and get an email notification whenever new jobs fitting your criteria are published on HERCJobs.org. You can set up multiple job alerts and change or delete them easily. For example, you can set up separate alerts for job descriptions that include the keyword “administrative”.
Dual Career Resources
Use HERC’s dual career search to find jobs that meet both your and your partner’s job search criteria. Check out a list of institutions with dual career campus programs.
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“How to Apply for Higher Education Careers – Revised Edition” includes tips on translating your soft skills and other proficiencies into a career-change resume.
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Start your free job seeker account, then create a profile to get noticed by hiring managers.
Ready for Your Next Career Move? Discover Endless Opportunities in Higher Education!
Your unique skills and experiences can make a real impact in higher education. Colleges, universities, research labs, and affiliated hospitals are seeking all perspectives to drive innovation and support student success.
Not interested in teaching? That’s okay! Higher education institutions are like bustling communities, offering a wide range of career paths. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of expertise, there’s a place for you—from entry-level roles to senior leadership positions.
In higher ed, your talents can shine in fields like administration, IT, finance, student services, and beyond. Join a mission-driven environment where you’ll help shape the future and contribute to a more inclusive, dynamic learning experience for all.
Start your journey in higher education today—where your skills can make a difference!
Use these tools and resources to find your ideal job in higher education:
Career Advice
Explore HERC’s career resources to get help with job searching, networking, leadership, and other articles to support you in advancing your career. HERC also offers free ebooks, such as How to Apply for Higher Education Careers – Revised Edition, which includes tips on translating your soft skills and other proficiencies into a career-change resume.
Job Board
Browse job postings or use our search tool to find faculty, staff, and executive positions, including IT, engineering, logistics, mechanical, administrative, and healthcare jobs. Sign up for a free account to apply for jobs and access other tools and resources.
Job Seeker Profile
Our job posters (i.e., colleges, universities, and other higher education institutions) can search for candidates using our resume/CV database. To be included in our resume/CV database, you need to create a job seeker profile, where you can indicate your interests.
Custom Job Alerts
Once you start a free account, you can create a job alert and get an email notification whenever new jobs fitting your criteria are published on HERCJobs.org. You can set up multiple job alerts and change or delete them easily. For example, you can set up separate alerts for job descriptions that include the keyword “administrative”.
Dual Career Resources
Use HERC’s dual career search to find jobs that meet both your and your partner’s job search criteria. Check out a list of institutions with dual career campus programs.
“Similarities between working in higher education and serving in the military include the importance of teamwork, leadership, and a commitment to a larger mission. Both environments require adaptability, resilience, and a focus on serving others.” – Elisa East, Interim Director of the Military and Veterans Program, San Diego State University
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Why We’re Here
HERC Jobs is your pathway to a career in higher education, offering a comprehensive job board and free career resources.
A career in higher education provides meaningful, mission-driven work. Colleges, universities, hospitals, research labs, and related organizations seek professionals like you—individuals with diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences—to drive innovation and empower student success.
We serve as a voice for all job seekers, offering insights that encourage and support higher education institutions in creating a thriving and welcoming work environment.
HERC Jobs is administered by the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), a nonprofit coalition of higher education institutions and affiliated groups committed to expanding the candidate pool and fostering inclusive workplaces.
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