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Program Manager, Master of Middle East Policy Studies Program
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Washington DC Campus
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| The Program Manager provides high-level administrative leadership, planning, and operational oversight for the Pepperdine University School of Public Policy Master of Middle East Policy Studies (MMEPS) program. This position is responsible for managing core academic, student, faculty, operational functions that are essential to the integrity and compliance of the program. |
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Associate Provost for University Career Services
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Malibu Campus
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| Pepperdine University seeks a dynamic and visionary Associate Provost for University Career Services to provide strategic leadership for career development across the institution. This role will expand career development services by building cohesion across the career centers in the university’s six schools and serving as a key partner to the Provost, academic deans, Alumni Affairs, and other departments engaged in these efforts.
This role will expand employer and corporate relations and strengthen alumni career engagement. By fostering meaningful connections among students, alumni, and employers, this position will ensure graduates are well-prepared to achieve successful and fulfilling careers while advancing the university’s commitment to student success and professional readiness. |
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Program Manager, Intercultural Affairs
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Malibu Campus
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| The Program Manager (PM) reports to the Director of Intercultural Affairs (ICA) and collaborates closely with ICA Assistant Directors and student leaders to plan, coordinate, and implement large-scale student club events. This includes ensuring compliance with university policies, managing event budgets, and following risk management protocols.
The PM serves as a key advocate and support resource for ICA-affiliated student organizations throughout the event planning process. In addition to program coordination, the PM will be responsible for various administrative functions that ensure the smooth operation of the department. These duties include contract and vendor management, calendar scheduling, and overseeing the execution of project-based activities aligned with departmental goals.
This role requires exceptional attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders are essential for success. This position requires occasional evening and weekend work to support ICA programs, events, and student organization activities. |
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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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Senior Irrigation Specialist
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Malibu Campus
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| Under general supervision of the Manager, Landscape and Irrigation Services and Supervisor, Landscape and Irrigation Services for the Department of Facilities Services (“DFS”), and in collaboration with your colleagues, acts as a Senior Irrigation Specialist, providing training, technical expertise, and assistance in performing all duties related to installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of irrigation systems, fixtures, and related devices throughout campus facilities and the athletic fields. Assist in maintaining University grounds by supervising and completing all irrigation system related activities to ensure the success and good appearance of campus landscaping. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to initiate and deliver high quality projects in a timely manner. |
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Financial Aid Advisor
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Malibu Campus
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| The purpose of this position is to serve, educate and assist Pepperdine University, Seaver College students with achieving their educational goals by providing appropriate financial resources within institutional, federal, and state guidelines. This includes but is not limited to, loans, grants, scholarships and work study funds to those that qualify. The Financial Aid Advisors navigate multiple complex systems, which requires critical thinking, provides personal and financial counseling, makes professional judgment decisions for families in unique situations, analyzes and interprets institutional, federal and state laws/regulations to maintain program compliance and distribute funds properly. |
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Making and Innovation Specialist
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Malibu Campus
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| Working closely with both the Director of the Genesis Lab and the Drescher Graduate Campus Librarian, the Making and Innovation Specialist is responsible for maintaining Pepperdine Libraries’ makerspaces and promoting the use of their emerging technologies and creative resources to faculty, students, and staff in alignment with the University’s mission and strategic plan. The Making and Innovation Specialist works in the Payson Library Genesis Lab Makerspace and the Drescher Library iLab, which are both located on Pepperdine University’s Malibu campus, and provides support for makerspaces at other campus libraries in Southern California. |
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Staff Counselor
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Malibu Campus
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| This person promotes mental health on the Pepperdine University campus through direct intervention, outreach/prevention programming, consultation, and training. This particular position provides mental health services to currently enrolled Pepperdine students. As a staff member in Student Affairs who works closely with students, this person serves as a Christian role model to students. In the Counseling Center, we seek to hire, retain and mentor talented employees who share a love for Pepperdine, its students, and its mission. With psychological wellness in place, students are able to fulfill the University's mission. We are strengthening students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. |
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Temporary Front Desk Agent, Villa Graziadio
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Malibu Campus
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| The Temporary Front Desk Agent at Villa Graziadio will play a key role in providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming environment for guests at the Villa Graziadio Executive Center. As the first point of contact, the Front Desk staff will assist with check-ins, manage guest inquiries, and provide administrative support to ensure smooth operations of the facility. The position requires a strong focus on delivering an outstanding guest experience, aligning with the Villa Graziadio's mission to host successful events and provide an atmosphere of learning and inspiration. This role will be essential in providing the professional and efficient service expected in this premier conference and retreat destination located on the picturesque Pepperdine University Malibu campus.
Applications for this position are reviewed on a rolling basis as needs arise. Candidates selected for this applicant pool may be contacted to fill on-call vacancies caused by absences or other short-term staffing needs. If a suitable opening becomes available, we will reach out based on qualifications and availability. Please note that being part of the applicant pool does not guarantee placement. |
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Custodian 1
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Malibu Campus
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| Under direction of the Supervisor, Custodial Services for the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), and in collaboration with your colleagues, perform physical labor for a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly, and safe environment. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to initiate and deliver high quality custodial services in a timely manner. |
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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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Reference and Digital Collections Librarian, Law Library
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Malibu Campus
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| The Reference and Digital Collections librarian will perform professional work providing reference services, managing the library’s collection development, and serving as administrator of digital collections. This position will also participate in teaching activities, the faculty liaison program, and will be responsible for maintaining the law library webpage. The position reports to the Assistant Director for Reference and Access Services. |
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Administrative Coordinator
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Malibu Campus
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| The Administrative Coordinator provides primary administrative support to the director, chair, and case managers of the Student Care Team. This position contributes to the administrative support that is needed to address ongoing institutional functions, such as student care and critical response (e.g., sexual assault response and critical care). This position also provides administrative support to the University Title IX Coordinator, Office of Title IX, and Associate Dean of Planning, Operations, and Assessment. |
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Assistant Vice Chancellor, Seaver College
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Malibu Campus
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| The Assistant Vice Chancellor will have primary responsibility for developing, organizing, leading, and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program and strategies for the Seaver College Advancement team and plays an important front-line fundraising role. As a major gift officer, this position will be expected to personally raise major gifts in support of the dean’s fundraising priorities, focusing on donors with a capacity of $100,000 to $1M+. The success of our mission to strengthen lives for purpose, service, and leadership depends in a large part on strong financial support from donors who enable us to provide the facilities, programs, faculty, and opportunities necessary to provide stellar, mission-driven programs for our students. |
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Reference Librarian
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Malibu Campus
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| The Reference Librarian will primarily perform professional work providing reference and research services to faculty and students. This position will also participate in teaching activities, the faculty liaison program, collection development efforts, and will assist the Director with invoicing and payments.
The Reference Librarian furthers the University’s mission by supporting its teaching, research and outreach missions by building collaborative relationships across the School of Law and throughout the University. |
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Adjunct Faculty Pool, Pepperdine Graziadio Business School
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West LA Campus
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| Under the supervision of the Department Chair, adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching assigned courses in accordance with learning objectives. Adjunct faculty positions are temporary positions, based on need and availability in a geographical area. Pepperdine seeks individuals willing to contribute to the University and PGBS missions and to teach on various Pepperdine campuses, especially in Malibu and Calabasas. Learn more about our programs on our website. |
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Adjunct Faculty Pool (Online), Pepperdine Graziadio Business School
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West LA Campus
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| Under the supervision of the Department Chair, adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching assigned courses in accordance with learning objectives. Adjunct faculty positions are temporary positions, based on need and availability in a geographical area. Pepperdine seeks individuals willing to share expertise and knowledge and capable of teaching in a virtual environment. |
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Geoffrey H. Palmer Endowed Chair in Real Estate Law
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Malibu Campus
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| Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law is seeking candidates for the Geoffrey H. Palmer endowed chair in real estate law, with teaching responsibilities in real estate finance, real estate transactions, and property law. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the leadership of the Geoffrey H. Palmer Center for Entrepreneurship and the Law. Ideal candidates will have experience in the practice of real estate law, especially in the California real estate market. |
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Caruso Family Chair in Law
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Malibu Campus
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| Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law is seeking applications from experienced law professors with outstanding academic achievements and qualifications to serve as the Caruso Family Chair. We invite candidates with research and teaching interests across all areas of law to apply. |
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Landscaper
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Malibu Campus
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| Under general supervision of the Manager, Landscape and Irrigation Services for the Department of Facilities Services (“DFS”), and in collaboration with your colleagues, assist in maintaining University by completing assigned landscape maintenance such as planting shrubs, flowers and trees, mowing, trimming small trees, hedges and shrubs, removing dead or unwanted trees, hand watering gardens and lawns, groundskeeping activities such as litter, trash removal and outdoor furniture cleaning. |