LOCATION: Fort Wayne
Do you want to be a part of the formation of the whole person in a learning and working environment where character development and faith
formation are as essential as academic achievement? The University of Saint Francis is inviting applicants for Executive Assistant for
Student Life.
The University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the
position of Executive Assistant for Student Life. Saint Francis is a Catholic, Franciscan university in the liberal arts tradition. The
Executive Assistant for Student Life will report to Vice President for Catholic Culture and Student Life and will have responsibility over
the area of Student Life ensuring the university’s Catholic identity, Franciscan charism, and commitment to the liberal arts remain at the
center of our educational mission and public identity. The Executive Assistant for Student Life is responsible for assisting the Vice
President for Catholic Culture and Student Life in advancing the university’s efforts in implementing the new mission statement and
strategic plan. This position provides comprehensive administrative support to the Vice President for Catholic Culture and Student Life and
the Division of Student Life. This role serves as a key liaison between departments, supports high-level operations, and provides
exceptional service to students, employees, and visitors. The position blends administrative support, event coordination and logistical
support, and confidential support duties to advance student development, academic success, and related initiatives. The ideal candidate will
display a capacity to multitask and perform a variety of assignments requiring considerable exercise of independent judgment and initiative.
The ideal candidate will also show an ability to meet and effectively engage with students, parents, faculty, and staff. The new Executive
Assistant for Student Life is expected to begin serving no later than November 3rd, 2025.
Interested applicants should
complete the online application, and include a cover letter, a resume, and the contact information for three references. The cover letter
should directly address the responsibilities of the position with special emphasis placed upon the candidate’s qualifications and experience
as well as how the applicant will seek to advance the Catholic, Franciscan Mission of the University. Finalists may be required to provide
official transcripts. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled; applications received
before October 3rd, 2025 will be given full consideration.
The University of Saint Francis offers formation of the
whole person by providing an encounter with the heart and mind of Jesus Christ so that God, who is Love, may be loved. Through our
Catholic identity, Franciscan charism, and liberal arts tradition, we prepare students for personal and professional lives of virtue,
service, and joy.
USF core values are the standards of behavior for every member of the university. They reflect those of the Sisters
of Saint Francis of Perpetual Adoration and bring their charism to the university.
- Ceaseless Adoration – We adore God and
interact with others in a way that honors His Presence. - Generous Love – we spend time in community, give of ourselves, and accept
help from others. - Franciscan Joy – we delight in the simple things and give thanks in all circumstances.
The University
of Saint Francis promotes and celebrates the Catholic identity and Franciscan charism of the institution with an invitation to students,
faculty and staff of all faiths. This God-centered and student-focused approach invites all employees to be a part of the formation of the
whole person (students and colleagues) in a learning and working environment where character development and faith formation are as
essential as academic achievement. Molding well-rounded, faith-filled, ethical leaders is the essence of the university’s approach and all
employees are expected to engage in a way that fulfills and furthers the mission.
The university’s strategic plan can be found at: https://be.sf.edu/renew-2028/
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