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Executive Advisor, Recruitment and Advising
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West LA Campus
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| This position directly supports Pepperdine University's mission and strategic plan by advancing its commitment to transforming students' lives through education. The Executive Advisor for Executive Programs serves as a strategic enrollment professional who guides prospective students through the admissions journey while cultivating relationships that strengthen the Pepperdine Graziadio community. This position reports to the Director of Recruitment & Advising.
The Executive Advisor is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of executive-level graduate programs, including the Master of Science in Organization Development (MSOD), Executive MBA (EMBA), President and Key Executive MBA (PKE), and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA). Additional programs within the Pepperdine Graziadio portfolio may be assigned as institutional priorities evolve.
Working collaboratively with faculty, program directors, alumni, corporate partners, marketing, and other university stakeholders, the Executive Advisor develops and executes recruitment strategies that generate qualified applicants and achieve enrollment goals. Responsibilities include cultivating prospective students through personalized advising, business development, community engagement, strategic outreach, lead nurturing, and pipeline management. The Executive Advisor serves as a trusted admissions counselor and brand ambassador, delivering a high-touch recruitment experience while building relationships that support the long-term growth and reputation of Pepperdine Graziadio. |
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Manager, Mountain Audio-Visual
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Malibu Campus
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| Working with IT Client Services leadership, the Manager of Mountain AV oversees the technology operations of the Mountain AV team, provides support, manages student employees, and other AV technology solutions that support the mission of Pepperdine University. |
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Executive Assistant to the Dean of Seaver College
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Malibu Campus
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| This position exists to provide high-level, comprehensive, and strictly confidential executive administrative support directly to the Dean of Seaver College and to facilitate the strategic governance operations of the Seaver College Dean's Office. The Executive Assistant acts as a key ambassador and primary point of contact representing the Dean's Office to internal and external stakeholders, including senior administrators, faculty, cabinet members, students, parents, and external partners.
The role ensures the seamless execution of executive governance, complex communications, high-profile institutional events, specialized retreats, and strategic institutional initiatives, aligning administrative operations directly with the University's Christian mission and strategic plan. |
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Assistant to the Senior Associate Dean of Seaver College
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Malibu Campus
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| The purpose of this position is to assist the Senior Associate Dean and support the Seaver Dean’s Office. It focuses heavily on independent, project-based execution, demanding a higher degree of autonomy, critical thinking, and proactive problem-solving. This position supports the University's mission and strategic plan through the assistance it provides to one of Seaver's key decision-makers, the Senior Associate Dean of the college. The person in this position also interacts directly with faculty and students, providing them with the necessary tools and resources. |
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Administrative Assistant
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Malibu Campus
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| The Pepperdine University Counseling Center is a confidential space where students can receive support around a variety of mental health concerns ranging widely in focus and severity. The Administrative Assistant creates a warm and welcoming environment at the Center by offering excellent customer service and sustaining a harmonious ambiance for all who enter. As a Student Affairs staff member, this person serves as a Christian role model to students. By facilitating students' mental health care, this position helps strengthen students so that they are able to make the most of their Pepperdine education, and lead a life of purpose, service, and leadership. |
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Assistant Athletic Director, Academics and Student Development
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Malibu Campus
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| Direct and implement the day-to-day operations of the Pepperdine Athletic Department’s academic support program including oversight of full-time academic coordinators, tutoring and mentoring program, and student-athlete development/leadership programming; oversee academic advising program for designated teams. |
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Mail Courier
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Malibu Campus
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| The Mail Courier provides mail/package delivery to the Malibu Campus and Graduate Campus departments. Sort Incoming US mail and campus mail. The position directly supports the University's mission for students, faculty, and staff by ensuring the timely delivery of their letter mail and packages. |
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Financial Aid Advisor
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West LA Campus
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| As a Christian University, Pepperdine is committed to serving students with a holistic approach to address their individual needs in a supportive, student-centered environment. The Financial Aid Advisor’s primary responsibility is to promote a student-centered environment by engaging and supporting students with all aspects of the financial aid process with care, compassion, and professionalism. This position also provides assistance with federal and institutional aid processing as well as administers key functions to ensure seamless student financial aid services, contributes to effective enrollment management and assures customers' satisfaction. |
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Temporary Talent Pool (Malibu, Calabasas, West Los Angeles, Irvine)
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Malibu Campus
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| Pepperdine University Human Resources invites qualified individuals to join its Temporary Talent Pool. This placement program connects candidates with temporary, on-call, or short-term assignments across Pepperdine’s operational areas and schools. Individuals accepted into the Temporary Talent Pool may be referred to hiring departments as opportunities arise based on their qualifications, availability, campus preferences, and departmental needs. |
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Museum Curator
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Malibu Campus
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| The Museum Curator provides creative vision for the exhibition of the permanent collection and traveling exhibitions at the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art. Soundly committed to the University’s mission, values, and vision, the curator reports to the museum director and collaborates with the director, museum staff, and university leadership on a range of responsibilities related to the successful preparation, installation, and promotion of the museum’s permanent collection and traveling exhibitions. |
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Editorial Writer
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Malibu Campus
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| The editorial writer tells the story of Pepperdine University via the written word, ensuring stories inspire, inform, unite, and ultimately move the reader to act in ways that support the University’s values and mission.
The writer reports to the associate director of communications and editorial. The writer receives assignments from the associate director and assistant editor regarding newsworthy developments and people who are part of the Pepperdine community or engaged with the University in a compelling way.
The writer contributes to the editorial calendar, which informs the editorial team’s coverage of important and newsworthy events, initiatives, and people in the Pepperdine community.
The writer works closely with IMC colleagues, as well as faculty and staff, to identify potential stories that are newsworthy and align with the University’s values, mission, and priorities, including stories that increase brand awareness and loyalty, enrollment, recruiting, fundraising, service, and student and alumni engagement.
The writer is also responsible for and works closely with other IMC colleagues to publish, distribute, and promote stories in order to reach target audiences.
Integrated Marketing Communications is directly tasked with supporting the University's mission and strategic plan by building brand equity, elevating the University's national reputation, providing strong and consistent institutional message leadership, and implementing effective integrated marketing and communication strategies. The assistant editor fulfills a critical role in helping the department accomplish its goals. |
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Senior Development Coordinator
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Malibu Campus
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| The Senior Development Coordinator serves as the primary operational lieutenant to the Director of Development Operations and a strategic partner to the frontline fundraising team and Senior Vice Chancellor’s office. This role is responsible for the management and optimization of the administrative and financial infrastructure that supports University Advancement’s goals as well as targeted frontline fundraiser support functions. In addition to fundraiser support functions, this position additionally provides high-level data analysis, performance tracking, event coordination, project management assistance, and fiscal oversight for the entire frontline team. By supervising part of the Development Coordinator cohort and managing complex internal workflows, the position ensures the Director can focus on department-wide strategy while the administrative engine remains high-performing, compliant, and mission-aligned. |
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Communications Officer
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Malibu Campus
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| The Department of Public Safety at Pepperdine University maintains a hospitable and secure campus environment while respecting the rights and dignity of each individual, in line with the University’s Christian mission. Through prompt and courteous communication, monitoring of systems, and use of sound judgment, Communications Officers play a critical role in creating and maintaining a welcoming, respectful, safe, and peaceful campus community. |
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Lieutenant
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Malibu Campus
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| Under the supervision of the Captain of Public Safety, the Lieutenant is responsible for overseeing patrol operations within the Department of Public Safety, which includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities: leadership and daily supervision to all field supervisors, patrol officers, and booth officers, providing field operational support, serving as acting watch commander and admin on duty while on campus, reviewing reports for accuracy and to provide training/feedback to personnel to further
their development, referring reports needing further follow-up to investigations, and executing training plans for patrol personnel. |
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Office Coordinator, University Events
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Malibu Campus
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| The University Events Office Coordinator position provides a variety of office and administrative functions for the department of University Events. As part of the Pepperdine University Advancement team, University Events produces and manages high-quality events for our clients, providing the presidential standard of hospitality across Pepperdine's unique and diverse schools. |
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Strategic Project Associate
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Malibu Campus
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| Pepperdine is made up of people from many unique backgrounds. Drawn to our unique mission, many seek opportunities at Pepperdine without knowing exactly which role or department is the right fit for them long-term. The Strategic Project Associate (SPA) role is designed to allow talented individuals, committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values, the opportunity to rotate between departments, functions, and professional roles at Pepperdine, helping meet the needs of the University as they seek to build a lasting career at this special place. This position is ideal for early career professionals and those in career transitions who are eager to explore their potential and position themselves for success at Pepperdine.
Upon hire, the SPA completes a training period in Human Resources designed to give a broad overview of the University’s mission, organizational structure, and business operations. Following 1-2 years in the program, the SPA will be fully equipped to step into a promising new long-term role at the University. |
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Administrative Assistant
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Malibu Campus
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| The Administrative Assistant will perform day-to-day administrative, special project, and clerical work essential for the smooth operation of the General Counsel Area (includes the Office of the General Counsel and Assurance and Advisory Services).
The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks and be able to work both independently and in collaboration with other areas of administration. This person must be exceedingly well-organized and enjoy the administrative challenges inherent in supporting an office with diverse projects and rapidly-changing priorities. The ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, while remaining positive, flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient is essential. High levels of professionalism and confidentiality are crucial to this role. The person in this position must utilize problem solving skills on a myriad of levels, using discernment to efficiently and effectively rearrange complex schedules. It is vital for this person to be able to assess the status quo and the desired final product, and then create an appropriate action plan. Advanced written and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability, and attention to details are equally important. |
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Office Manager, Davenport Institute
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Malibu Campus
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| The Davenport Institute Office Manager will oversee daily office operations and provide high-level administrative, operational, and program support for the Executive Director and Assistant Director of the Davenport Institute. These duties include complex event/meeting management, financial documentation and submissions, student worker leadership, support of proposal development, writing, and work with various vendors, and liaising with sponsors and prospective donors. This position actively supports the University’s mission at all times and supports the strategic plan by effectively carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position. |
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Student Continuity Manager
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Malibu Campus
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| The Student Continuity Manager ensures a seamless and flourishing educational journey for Seaver College students by identifying and mitigating obstacles to persistence. This role acts as a strategic bridge between personalized mentorship and data-driven identification that leverages EAB Navigate and other resources to initiate proactive outreach. By coordinating across campus departments—including the Student Success Center, Student Care Team, Academic Advising, the Office of Financial Assistance, Office of International Student Services, Office of Student Accessibility, Athletics, and Career Center—the Student Continuity Manager seeks to ensure that every student has a clear, supported, and financially viable path toward graduation. |
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Program Manager, Office of Community Standards
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Malibu Campus
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| The position exists to manage the daily operations of the Office of Community Standards and inform and guide our students through the disciplinary process. |