The University of the South is an equal opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.

If you have questions about a position, the University application process, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or email us at hr@sewanee.edu. 

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WHY SEWANEE?

Commitment to Unique Experiences

Discover why Sewanee is the ideal place to live, learn and work. 

 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At the University of the South, our commitment to inclusion and belonging is grounded in our core values of community, courage, flourishing, and inquiry. We seek to build a community enriched by our diversity and centered on equity, justice, mutual respect, and share responsibility.

Current Opportunities

Staff Positions
Current Open Opportunities

The University provides a beautiful combination of spectacular scenery, amazing co-workers and generous benefits. With a wide variety of opportunities such as culinary arts, landscape, civic engagement, fundraising, and student engagement, we consider all our staff as a vital component of our engaged community. 

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Faculty Positions
Tenure Track, Non-Tenure Track, and Adjunct Faculty

The University provides a beautiful combination of spectacular scenery, amazing co-workers and generous benefits. Our faculty are dedicated to academic excellence and providing a small inclusive atmosphere that promotes engaged and successful students. 

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Immigration Postings
NOTICES OF FILINGS

Notice to employees on the University filing a Labor Condition Application or Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) for an immigrant worker can be found at the page linked below. 

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Employment Information

Applicant Disability Accommodation Inquiry

Requests for workplace accommodations are reviewed by the Office of Human Resources which recommends reasonable accommodations for faculty, staff, and student employees, and applicants for employment. The Office of Human Resources also works with partners across the institution to promote an accessible and inclusive working environment.

Title IX Compliance

The University of the South stands firmly for the principle that its employees, students, and participants of university-sponsored programs and activities have a right to be free from discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy and childbirth, and genetic information. As required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the University does not discriminate on the basis of sex or other protected categories in the educational programs or activities which it operates. This requirement of non-discrimination extends to admission to and employment in those programs or activities. The University is committed to sustaining a community in which the dignity of every individual is respected. Key to this value are efforts to nurture an environment of civility and mutual respect and to foster a culture of reporting concerns so that the University can respond promptly and equitably whenever an incident occurs. All employees, students, and participants of university-sponsored programs and activities have the right to be free from harassment and retaliation.

Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX may be addressed to:

 

The University’s Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Sylvia Gray, at:

Office: EQB Annex, Office 104-A
Phone: 931-598-1420
 

 

Campus Security

Applicants are advised that the University's most recent Campus Security Report and Fire Safety Report, containing information about Sewanee's public safety policies and services and annual compilations of campus crime and fire accidents statistics, can be found here. 

Background Check

The University of the South seeks to provide a safe and productive environment for faculty, staff, students and visitors. To accomplish this goal, the University performs background checks for all positions including faculty, staff, volunteers, and in some cases students when applicable to other University policies. 

All background checks are performed by an outside agency and will conform to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The University will request  and utilize these background checks as they relate to the fitness for duty for a particular position, in accordance with law. A relevant job-related conviction is grounds for termination of employment or non-selection of an applicant. Pending charges may pause or terminate the pre-employment process until the matters are resolved. Failure to disclose misdemeanor or felony convictions as required during the hiring process or during employment, is grounds for termination of employment or non-selection of a candidate. Background checks are administered by the Office of Human Resources.