Academic Life Coordinator

Academic Life Coordinator – Tempe, Arizona

The University of Mary invites applications for a full-time, 12-month position located at its Mary College at ASU campus . The Academic Life Coordinator of Mary College at ASU supports the growth and formation of students and seminarians within the University of Mary’s Arizona-based undergraduate programs. This individual is responsible for recruitment, enrollment, and retention of undergraduate students on-site in Tempe, and will play a role in arranging and providing academic formation and front-office services relating to student accounts and communications. This individual will assist in the development, planning, and executing of student events, and will be present at such events, around campus, and around the Newman Center to serve as a representative of the program, modeling the Catholic imaginative vision and intellectual life in interactions with students. This individual will be responsible for arranging and executing recruitment visits to area high schools, parishes, and other events. This individual will occasionally be tasked with assisting in recruiting initiatives for the University of Mary’s Arizona-based graduate programs.

In sum, the Academic Life Coordinator will serve as the key steward of the growth and development of a community of undergraduate scholars at Mary College at ASU through the recruitment and retention of students and the deepening of a culture of Catholic thought and life. During the academic year, this individual lives in or near Tempe, Arizona. The Academic Life Coordinator will participate in the academic programming of Mary College at ASU as needed and qualified.

Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.

Benefits Include:

• Retirement benefits with an 8% match
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Free or discounted tuition for employees and dependents

Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:

• Recruitment, Enrollment & Admissions
• Student Retention, Culture & Community Life
• Academic Program & Intellectual Formation Support
• Strategic Partnerships & External Relations
• Administration & Reporting

Education Requirements:

• Required: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Preferred: Degree in Catholic Studies or related field

Qualifications:

• Required: Demonstrable grasp of the Catholic imaginative and intellectual tradition
• Preferred: 3 years of experience as a classroom instructor (high school or university level)

• Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae , the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
• Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Academic Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively plan, balance, and maintain a responsible budget
• Ability to prepare professional, educational, and financial documents and reports using computers, projectors, and other electronic tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications

About the University of Mary
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 75,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,800 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
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About Mary College at ASU
Mary College at ASU is an unprecedented partnership between the University of Mary and Arizona State University. Through this domestic exchange program, members of Mary College have the privilege and transformative experience of belonging to a community of learners committed to developing their minds and fostering their faith through the Catholic intellectual tradition.

Mary College members have the opportunity to enroll in Catholic studies courses that fulfill ASU general studies requirements and are taught by University of Mary faculty. Members can even earn a major or minor in Catholic studies. Other benefits include access to a life-changing pilgrimage to Rome, a variety of semester retreats and community excursions, and extended hours in our extraordinary study library. For more information, visit:

About Nazareth Seminary
With the establishment of Nazareth Seminary, the Diocese of Phoenix has entrusted the University of Mary with the academic formation of its seminarians. All undergraduate seminarians will pursue degrees in Catholic Studies and Philosophy from the University of Mary, while graduate-level coursework, including a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Theology, is set to launch in 2026. The ordination class of 2030 and beyond is already being formed, with 27 seminarians currently enrolled at Mary College at ASU, including 10 who are set to receive their undergraduate degrees at the conclusion of the Spring 2026 semester. For more information, visit:

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

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