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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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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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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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Director of Title IX Case Management and Prevention Education
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Malibu Campus
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| Under the supervision of the University Title IX & VI Coordinator, the Director of Title IX Case Management and Prevention Education directs and administers case management and prevention education efforts, ensuring compliance with federal and state training and awareness requirements, University policy, and institutional priorities. This role manages case records, tracks progress, prepares communications, and coordinates matters related to Title IX, Non-Title IX, and Title VI to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timely response. The Director leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive prevention education strategy, serves as chair of the Title IX Prevention Committee, supports collaboration with peer education efforts, including coordination with the Student Wellness Advisory Board (SWAB), and supervises graduate assistants supporting Title IX and Title VI initiatives such as the Step Up Leadership Program. At the direction of the Title IX & VI Coordinator, serves as a point of contact for designated reports, conducts intake meetings, investigations, coordinates supportive measures, and resolution processes. The Director prepares case summaries, reports, maintains the Title IX & VI dashboards, and develops analytics to inform decision-making, identify trends, and support institutional reporting obligations. Provides guidance on case management processes to support staff and cultivates trusting, collaborative relationships with campus stakeholders, including students, faculty, and staff, to promote a safe, respectful, and accountable community. |
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Landscape Equipment Mechanic
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Malibu Campus
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| Under the direction of the Manager and Supervisors of Landscape and Irrigation Services in the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), maintain, diagnose, and repair outdoor power equipment to include; commercial mowers, landscape equipment, two and four-cycle engines, hydraulic systems, electrical troubleshooting, and repair. Maintain detailed records, logs, and spreadsheets for equipment inventory, maintenance schedules, and repair history. Collaborate with team members to implement and adhere to a preventive maintenance program, ensuring all equipment remains in safe, reliable, and optimal working condition. Perform all aspects of University equipment use, maintenance, and repair for the Landscape and Irrigation Services division to ensure a safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing University environment. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to complete assignments in a high-quality and timely manner. |
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Public Safety Officer
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Malibu Campus
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| Provide and maintain a safe and secure environment while respecting the rights and dignity of individuals utilizing programs and facilities of Pepperdine University. The mission shall be accomplished within the constraints of federal, state and local laws and ordinances. |
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Assistant Technical Production Manager
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Malibu Campus
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| The Assistant Technical Production Manager is responsible for supervision of technical operations for the Center of the Arts and is responsible for implementing successful events and supervising student and overhire technical staff. This position serves as the lead technician for most shows and concerts. This position reports to and assists the Technical Production Manager in handling all of the technical needs at the Center for the Arts. The person in this position is responsible for working with guest artists and technicians to ensure high quality productions while maintaining a safe and pleasant working atmosphere. This position helps the Center for the Arts achieve its mission of presenting an innovative, unique, entertaining, and diverse program of exceptional performances and museum exhibitions and thus: 1. Enhance the educational experience at the University for all students and to provide a professional laboratory to train students in the arts; 2. Foster artistic excellence and creativity; 3. Connect Pepperdine University and the richly varied communities of Los Angeles and surrounding communities. |
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Financial Analyst
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Calabasas Campus
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| In pursuit of excellence and alignment with the University’s mission and strategic plan, this position supports institutional decision-making through extensive financial planning, forecasting, analytics, and reporting, which helps steward University resources and inform decisions that impact students, academic programs, and the University’s long-term financial position. |
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Specialist, Moving and Setup
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Malibu Campus
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| The Specialist, Moving and Setup, is responsible for managing and moving university property, furniture, and equipment. This includes arranging equipment and furniture for moving projects and event setups across the Malibu, Calabasas, satellite and graduate campuses. |
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Project Manager
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Hybrid, Calabasas Campus
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| The Project Manager for Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) plays a critical role in the daily
operations of the department. The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating, administering, and
supporting projects and initiatives within the department. The position provides leadership in the areas of stakeholder communications, and project workflow processes and systems. This role will use project management principles and tools to review, prioritize and source projects to meet business objectives and timelines throughout Pepperdine. The Project Manager reports to the Director of Operations for Integrated Marketing Communications.
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 Project Manager fulfills a central role in helping the department
accomplish its goals. |
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Access Control Specialist
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Malibu Campus
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| The Access Control Specialist supports the University’s comprehensive access control program by serving as the primary day-to-day administrator of the access control software under the guidance of the Associate Director, Access Control. This position ensures accurate credentialing, system functionality, timely troubleshooting, and excellent customer service to the campus community. The Access Control Specialist works to implement policies, maintain secure and efficient operations, support system upgrades, and coordinate access requests across all University campuses. |