Frequently Asked Questions                      

Is there a closing date for applications?

All jobs are open until filled or unless otherwise noted.  Houghton reserves the right to fill or change open positions without prior notice.

Are applicants notified when their resume or application has been received?    

Yes, we contact applicants directly either by email, letter, or phone to confirm.

What should be included when I apply for a position?

We require a cover letter, resume, three references and a Statement of Christian Commitment.  If we need more information we will contact you by email, letter, or phone.

Do I have to include a cover letter with my resume when I apply?

It is not required, although it is highly recommended.

How long after I apply can I expect to hear back from you?

It depends upon the number of open positions, the availability of department managers, and time of year.  In most cases you should expect to hear a response within two weeks.

How is the rate of pay determined for an open position?

Each position at Houghton College is assigned a pay range based on pay for comparable positions in our job market.  The pay rate for a new employee is based on applicable experience and background, as well as comparison with the pay rates of other college employees.

If I've previously applied for a position at Houghton do I need to fill out another application?

If you have applied for a position at Houghton within the past three months and your information has not changed, you do not need to fill out another application.  Simply contact the Human Resources Office and tell us the title of the job for which you previously applied, and we will locate your application.  If it has been more than six months, if any previous information has changed, or if you want to provide additional information, you will need to complete a new application.

Can I get a listing of all positions currently available?

All current openings are posted on our Employment website.  You may also find available job postings listed in the hallway by the Office of Student Life (in the Campus Center), the Maintenance Office, and downstairs in the Luckey Building.

How do I know if a job I see listed is still available?

All jobs which appear listed on the website are currently available.  On occasion, due to a high volume of applications received for a certain position, we may remove the posted job description from the website once we begin the interviewing process.  Please also keep in mind that some positions take longer to fill than others. 

Do you accept general resumes?

Yes, but again we strongly encourage you to apply for a specific job.  (Otherwise your resume will be placed in a general resume file.)