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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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Network Technician, Network Services
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Malibu Campus
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| The Network Technician oversees and helps to maintain the University’s cable plant, telephone system, voicemail system, data network service, IT billing system, and other services. |
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Administrative Assistant, School of Nursing
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Calabasas Campus
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| The Administrative Assistant for the School of Nursing (SON) will provide administrative support to the dean, associate dean, and faculty while also supporting the administrative needs of the school and its academic programs. In turn, the school will advance the University’s mission and strategic plan by developing skilled healthcare professionals who seek to lead while serving our communities and the world. In supporting the college in achieving its mission, the Assistant will advance Pepperdine’s mission and strategic plan. |
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Office Coordinator, Center for Digital Learning
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West LA Campus
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| The office coordinator provides administrative assistance to the Center for Digital Learning. The support provided by the office coordinator will enable us to achieve excellence in the delivery of online education. |
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Assistant Professor of Finance
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Malibu Campus
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| The Business Administration Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applicants with an earned Ph.D. in Financial Economics or a related field for a tenure-track faculty position in Finance to begin August 1, 2027. Applicants should complete all requirements for the Ph.D. before the start date. Successful candidates should be able to teach undergraduate courses in Corporate Finance, Investments, and Personal Finance. Prior teaching experience is preferable, but not required.
The business program at Seaver College is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). US News and World Report ranks Pepperdine University among the top colleges and universities in the country, and we have a Research 2 designation. We have approximately 975 undergraduate students in the Business Administration Division. Despite a large number of majors, our classes are small (rarely more than 30 students) and our faculty is collegial and collaborative. The division offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in accounting, business administration, finance, and international business and several minors. Degree programs are offered on a full-time, residential basis at the main campus in Malibu, California. |
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Appliance Technician
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Malibu Campus
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| Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance Services for the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), this position will install, maintain, and repair a wide range of commercial appliances, including refrigeration units, ice machines, ovens, dishwashers and other kitchen or facility equipment in support of high-quality food and dining services on the Malibu campus. |
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Assistant Professor of Sport Administration
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Malibu Campus
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| The Communication Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a Tenure-Track faculty position in Sport Administration to begin August 1, 2027. Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in Sport Management, Sport Administration, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education by the August 1, 2027, date of appointment. The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate level in Sport Administration, including: Sport Event and Facility Management, Sport Finance, Sport Analytics, and other required courses as needed. In these courses, the successful candidate will blend theory with practice, preparing students to successfully enter professions in the sport industry upon graduation. We seek a professor who can excite students with real-world examples, timely case studies, and innovative learning experiences that enable students to apply theory to relevant problems. |
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Senior Security Analyst, Information Security Office
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Malibu Campus
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| Works with the Director, Information Security and Manager, Security Operations to implement the stated mission of the Information Security Office (ISO) to preserve trust in the University and protect student data. Improves, manages, consults collaboratively to perform security intrusion, incident and event analysis. Assists with operation, measurement and reporting for information security systems. |
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ADA/504 Coordinator
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Malibu Campus
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| By facilitating services and care for students with disabilities, this position serves the University's commitment to high standards of academic excellence by working to provide accommodations for students with disabilities, while maintaining the integrity and standards of academic programs in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act Section 504, Section 508, Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2), and Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA). The position is responsible for coordinating University compliance with policies and procedures relating to persons with disabilities, tracking University progress relating to its policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws relating to persons with disabilities, and providing consultative services to employing units and offices. The support provided is essential to the work of the Office of Student Accessibility by serving as the designated, publicly-identified coordinator as required by federal regulations, coordinating the university's compliance with the ADA and Section 504, supporting the Provost’s Office in its response to ADA/504 grievances, coordinating responses to accessibility requests and ADA and Section 504 concerns across departments, managing monthly and annual data and reporting for the office, as well as supporting other areas of the office during peak seasons, especially the processing of payments for note takers alongside the Note Taker Coordinator and the processing Semester Requests (notifications to faculty of accommodations) alongside the Exam Systems Manager. The work of this position contributes to the University's efforts to build a community devoted to treating every person with respect and compassion with notable inclusion for disabled students. |
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Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions
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Malibu Campus
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| The purpose of this position is to execute the primary functions of the Office of Student Services related to the tasks associated with admissions, recruitment planning and organization, and office management, collaborating with the senior director and director of recruitment and program relations in providing full-service recruitment and admissions services to prospective applicants and students to the School of Public Policy and administrative office management of the Office of Student Services. |
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Events Coordinator, Graduate School of Education and Psychology
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West LA Campus
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| The Event Coordinator supports the Director of Culture and Community to execute high-quality events, including spiritual life programming. Contribution to the University's mission and strategic plan is made by coordinating a diverse array of high-quality events that enhance the overall connection to, and promotion of, the GSEP culture both internally and externally. |
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Human Resources Specialist
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Malibu Campus
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| The Human Resources Specialist serves as a junior business partner for designated schools and departments, providing full-cycle HR support throughout the employee experience. This role delivers high-quality, mission-aligned service in the areas of recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle transactions, and compliance.
As a frontline representative of the Human Resources team, the specialist builds strong relationships, supports supervisors and employees with day-to-day HR needs, and ensures the consistent application of University policies and best practices. The Human Resources Specialist plays a key role in promoting a welcoming, informed, and service-driven environment across the University. |
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Building Maintenance Technician, Third Shift
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Malibu Campus
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| Under direction of the Senior Manager of Custodial Services for the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), and in collaboration with the Manager on Duty (MOD), perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of machinery, buildings, and equipment throughout campus facilities during the night shift on assigned days of the week from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Shall perform work at a skilled level in several trades including carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, and mechanical, and do related work as required. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to deliver high quality work and customer service in a timely manner. |
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Client Technologies Analyst, AV Technologies
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Malibu Campus
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| Works under the direction of Audio-Visual Technologies Manager or Team Lead to provide technical assistance, support, and training to faculty, staff, and students at the Malibu Campus. Helps manage classroom technology as well as provides support for select university events. |
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Enrollment Services Officer
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West LA Campus
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| The GSEP academic programs are designed to offer access to high-quality education both within and outside of California. Using state-of-the-art technology and a stellar faculty, the programs directly contribute to the University's mission of preparing students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.
This role is responsible for managing workflows to meet deadlines and supporting efficient admissions operations. The Enrollment Services Officer independently evaluates and manages a high volume of applications, including complex or nuanced cases, and provides routine application funnel and forecast reports.
The Enrollment Services Officer maintains working knowledge of university systems and admissions processes to support accurate documentation, reporting, and process oversight. The position coordinates applicant files, monitors admissions workflow and timelines, conducts audits of admissions and enrollment records, and communicates with internal and external partners to support timely admissions decisions, matriculation, and enrollment. The role collaborates with teams to maintain up-to-date knowledge of admissions policies, practices, and systems, and contributes recommendations for process improvements based on application review trends and operational needs. This position also contributes to GSEP's strategic recruitment and enrollment goals by supporting data-informed decision making, collaborating with faculty and university partners, and identifying opportunities to improve admissions processes and operational effectiveness. |
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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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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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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. |