Employment Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Act

It is the policy of Lindsey Wilson University to assure equal employment opportunity for all employees and candidates for employment. The employment practices of Lindsey Wilson University are to recruit, hire, and promote individuals on the basis of qualifications, ability, past performance, and other job-related measures. Such matters as race, color, sex, age, natural origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, and any other characteristic protected by law, are not factors in consideration of qualifications.

This policy applies as well to the areas of compensation, benefits, education, University-sponsored training, layoffs, opportunities for advancement, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, and all other privileges and conditions of employment. All recruitment efforts, including employment advertising, are set forth in a manner making it clear that all individuals are welcome to apply without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Lindsey Wilson University intends to comply with applicable laws and executive orders. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with this policy. Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace should bring the matter to the attention of their immediate supervisor, Human Resources, any Vice President, or the President. Any employee who makes a report of discrimination will not be discriminated or retaliated against by reason of having made the report. Acts of discrimination by managers, supervisors, and other employees, including sexual and racial harassment, are not tolerated and will result in disciplinary action.

To apply online, please complete the Employment Application.

ASSISTANT MEN’S SOCCER COACH

Posted: 1/6/2026

Lindsey Wilson University, located in Columbia, Kentucky, is seeking applicants for an Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach to assist in directing a program that has won 9 NAIA national championships. Lindsey Wilson, a member of the Mid-South Conference and the NAIA, sponsors twenty-eight sports and has 800+ student-athletes participating in the various programs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out coaching and administrative duties for the men’s soccer program as directed by the head coach, including, but not limited to: conducting practices, recruiting, team travel, fundraising, academic monitoring of student-athletes, facility upkeep and other duties as assigned by the head coach. The assistant coach will also be the head junior varsity coach.

This is a 12-month, full-time position with benefits. Qualifications include: a bachelor’s degree with previous coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred. A valid driver’s license is required. The successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of the Lindsey Wilson mission and align philosophically with an enrollment-driven institution. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To apply, send, fax (270-384-7373) or e-mail (hr@lindsey.edu) a cover letter, recommendations and resume to Human Resource Department, Lindsey Wilson College, 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Lindsey Wilson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, recommendations, resume, and Employment Application to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, Kentucky 42728, fax 270-384-7373 or e-mail hr@lindsey.edu. The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

MEN’S SOCCER GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Posted: 1/6/2026

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for a graduate assistant to work with a men’s soccer program that has won 9 NAIA national championships. Lindsey Wilson, a member of the Mid-South Conference and the NAIA, sponsors twenty-nine sports and has 800+ student-athletes participating in the various programs. A bachelor’s degree and valid driver’s license is required for the position with previous coaching experience preferred. The selected candidate will receive graduate tuition at LWC (18 hours/year), on-campus housing and meals for their service.

Duties include but are not limited to the following: conducting practices and conditioning, recruiting, monitoring academic progress of student-athletes, scouting and for carrying out coaching and administrative duties for the soccer program as directed by the Head Coach. Experience training goalkeepers is preferred.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

ASSISTANT SWIMMING COACH / ASSISTANT AQUATICS DIRECTOR

Posted: 12/23/2025

Lindsey Wilson University seeks an assistant coach for its men’s and women’s swimming and aquatics programs. Lindsey Wilson, a member of the Mid-South Conference and the NAIA, sponsors twenty-nine sports, 37 teams, and has 800+ student-athletes participating in the various programs.

Coaching responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting the head coach with recruitment of student-athletes in accordance with University policy, meet coaching, conduct practices, organize team travel, monitor student-athletes’ academic and social progress, equipment maintenance and purchases, fund-raising and administrative duties required to develop a competitive swimming program.

Additionally, the candidate will assist in the daily operations of the Aquatics Center, including programming, safety monitoring, scheduling, and coaching of the University’s age-group teams.

Required certifications include: First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications and lifeguard certification (or the ability to obtain LG by June 1, 2026). Lifeguard instructor certification is a plus.

Review of applications will begin immediately. This is a 12-month, full-time position with benefits. Qualifications include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and previous coaching experience. Preferred candidates will have a working knowledge of the HyTek Systems (Team Manager and Meet Manager), will have a background in collegiate swimming, and will have swim camp or age group coaching experience. A valid driver’s license and the ability and willingness to drive a 15-passenger van is required.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and Employment Application to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, Kentucky 42728, fax 270-384-7373 or e-mail hr@lindsey.edu.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

GRILL COOK

Posted: 12/22/2025

The Lindsey Wilson University Food Services has an immediate opening for a Grill Cook. Responsibilities include daily food preparations including omelets, grill items such as hamburgers, hot dogs, and pizza; general sanitation; and other duties as assigned. Potential candidates must have a positive attitude, pleasant personality, and enjoy working with the public.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

CARPENTER

Posted: 12/11/2025

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking an enthusiastic individual as a Carpenter. The Carpenter will be responsible for a wide range of carpentry tasks including installation, repair, and maintenance of various structures and fixtures across campus. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of our facilities. High school diploma or equivalent required. Vocational or technical training in carpentry is preferred.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

PM LINE SERVER

Posted: 11/26/2025

The Lindsey Wilson University Food Services has an immediate full-time opening for a line server that will work evening and weekend shifts. Potential candidates must have a positive attitude, pleasant personality, and enjoy working with the public. Responsibilities may include serving, general sanitation and other duties as assigned.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and employment application to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, Kentucky 42728, fax 270-384-7373 or e-mail hr@lindsey.edu. The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

PROGRAM COORDINATOR AND ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SPORT PERFORMANCE

Posted: 11/26/2025

Lindsey Wilson University (LWU), a United Methodist–affiliated institution located in south-central Kentucky, invites applications for the position of Instructor or Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator of Sport Performance. LWU’s 200-acre hilltop campus in Columbia, Kentucky, rests within the foothills of Appalachia and offers access to a range of outdoor recreational opportunities, as well as proximity to cultural centers in Louisville, KY, and Nashville, TN.

Lindsey Wilson’s new Sport Performance major frames competitive athletic participation as a rigorous expression of liberal arts learning. Through interdisciplinary coursework, supervised participation in athletics, and structured reflection, students majoring in this program will investigate ethical reasoning, leadership, intercultural competence, teamwork, and applied performance.

The preferred candidate will have expertise in integrative and experiential pedagogy, student-athlete development, or applied curricular design. They will hold a terminal degree in Sport Management, Sport Administration, Sport Psychology or a related field. The successful candidate will provide academic and administrative oversight for all aspects of the program. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to developing and teaching courses to support the major, collaborating with athletics to implement and supervise participation-based practicums, and program assessment.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and be ongoing until the position is filled. The successful candidate will begin as soon as January 2026 but no later than August 2026. All offers of employment are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and completing a criminal history check. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in the United States. For more information visit http://www.lindsey.edu.

LWU is committed to assembling a caring, equity-focused faculty committed to supporting “every student, every day.” LWU strives to hire qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

CUSTODIAN

Posted: 11/21/2025

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking an energetic individual to assume custodial duties. The selected applicant must enjoy working with young adults, faculty, and staff in a living/learning environment.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

STUDENT RECORDS SPECIALIST

Posted: 11/12/2025

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for a Student Records Specialist to join our Registrar's Office team. The Registrar's Office is responsible for the collection, management, and housing of all official student records. The Student Records Specialist duties will include, but are not limited to, customer service, student registration, file creation, transcript evaluation, and correspondence. Applicants must have excellent time-management and organizational skills. Computer skills must include proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office software, excellent typing skills, and the willingness and capability of learning various specialized software utilized by the University. We are looking for an individual who has a strong sense of integrity who can maintain strict confidentiality who possesses a strong work ethic and is self-motivated.

A Bachelor's Degree or a minimum of 2 years of office experience is required. Those with prior experience in Higher Education Administration are preferred.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF THEATRE - TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Posted: 8/29/2025

Lindsey Wilson University (LWU), a United Methodist affiliated university located in south central Kentucky, invites applications for an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Theatre to begin in January 2026. Located on more than 200 partially wooded acres on a hilltop in Columbia, Kentucky, LWU is in the heart of south-central Kentucky, in the foothills of Appalachia. Within an hour of Columbia, you will find multiple opportunities for outdoor recreation. Lindsey Wilson is located near several major tourist attractions including Lake Cumberland, Mammoth Cave National Park, and Cumberland Falls. It is also less than two hours from the cultural opportunities available in Louisville, KY and Nashville, TN.

The preferred candidate will hold a terminal degree (MFA, Ph.D.) from an accredited institution with the ability to teach a range of Theatre courses; ABD will be considered. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the technical aspects of theatre productions and will serve as the technical director with responsibility for all scenic and lighting elements of live theatre productions. They will work with theatre students on all aspects of scenery construction, fabrication and assembly. They will also work with theatre students on all aspects of lighting and provide lead supervision and guidance to student workers and volunteers. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to teaching, academic advising, ongoing professional development, collaboration with other faculty, and service.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for three professional references, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts (official copies must be submitted prior to hiring), and the online Employment Application form to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson St., Columbia, KY 42728 or by email to hr@lindsey.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and be ongoing until the position is filled. The successful candidate will begin as soon as January 2026 but preferably no later than August 2026. All offers of employment are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and completing a criminal history check. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in the United States. For more information visit http://www.lindsey.edu.

LWU is committed to assembling a caring, equity-focused faculty committed to supporting “every student, every day.” LWC strives to hire qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

SPORTS INFORMATION GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Posted: 7/2/2025

Lindsey Wilson University, located in Columbia, Kentucky, is seeking applicants for a Sports Information graduate assistant position. Lindsey Wilson, a member of the Mid-South Conference and the NAIA, sponsors twenty-seven sports and has 750+ student-athletes participating in the various programs.

Duties include but are not limited to the following: game management, broadcasting,marketing, and promotion, collecting statistical data, writing press releases, managing athletics website, working at special events and other duties assigned by the Sports Information Director.

Review of applications will begin immediately. A bachelor’s degree and valid driver’s license is required; experience in a sports information department preferred. The selected candidate will receive a $3000 stipend, graduate tuition at LWU (18 hours/year), on-campus housing, and meals for their service.

To apply, send, fax (270-384-7373) or e-mail ( hr@lindsey.edu ) a cover letter, recommendations and resume to Human Resource Department, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

ADJUNCT FACULTY – EPIDEMIOLOGY

Posted: 6/16/2025

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our Education Program as an Adjunct Instructor to teach Health Education courses online. The successful candidate will bring both academic and practical expertise to educate and inspire the next generation of public health professionals.

Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Health Education, specifically, beginning with the EDUC Epidemiology course in fall of 2025, develop syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments in alignment with course objectives, engage students through interactive online lectures, discussions, and applied assignments, provide timely feedback and support to students, utilize the institution’s learning management system (LMS) Canvas for communication and grading and maintain availability for student questions and academic support

A Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, or a related field is required, and a terminal degree is preferred. Prior online or hybrid teaching experience at the college/university level is strongly preferred along with demonstrated expertise in health, epidemiological methods and data analysis. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, names and contact information for three professional references, unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts (official copies must be submitted prior to hiring), and the online Employment Application to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson St., Columbia, KY 42728 or by email to hr@lindsey.edu. For more information visit http://www.lindsey.edu.

LWU is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a caring, equity focused faculty committed to supporting “every student, every day”. LWU strives to hire qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR OF ART

Posted: 04/19/2024

The School of Arts and Humanities (SAH) at Lindsey Wilson University invites applications for Adjunct Instructor of Art. The Art Program is seeking to expand its pool of adjunct instructors in areas of art appreciation, art history, digital, and select studio areas including painting, drawing, sculpture, and ceramics. Lecture and digital courses may be offered online while studio courses are to be offered on the Lindsey Wilson University main campus in Columbia, Kentucky. Preference will be given to applicants with professional work and teaching experience in higher education.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, link to a comprehensive online portfolio of work if applicable, names and contact information for three professional references, unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts (official copies must be submitted prior to hiring), and the online Employment Application to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson St., Columbia, KY 42728 or by email to hr@lindsey.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and be ongoing until the position is filled.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and completing a criminal history check. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in the United States.

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Posted: 03/01/2024

Lindsey Wilson University invites applications for the position of Adjunct Professor of Technology Management. The graduate program offers M.B.A. and M.S. Technology Management degrees in a blended/hybrid format. The successful applicant for this remote position would be expected to teach courses online as well as facilitate face-to-face weekend residencies in Kentucky, Tennessee, and other locations in the future.

Applicants must have an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution in business with credentials to teach technology management courses. Preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching in higher education in an online environment.

For more information visit http://www.lindsey.edu.

LWU is an EOE.

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE

Posted: 02/22/2024

The School of Arts and Humanities (SAH) at Lindsey Wilson University invites applications for the position of Adjunct Professor of Political Science. The successful applicant for this fully online position would be expected to teach one introductory US Government course each semester. This course takes place within a split schedule calendar and spans seven weeks in total. Only those applicants able to begin teaching by March 4th, 2024 will be considered.

Though earned doctorates are preferred, applicants must have at least a master’s degree—or equivalent course work—from a regionally accredited institution in Political Science with credentials to teach US Government. Preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching in higher education in an online setting.

For more information visit http://www.lindsey.edu.

LWU is an EOE.

PART-TIME DINING CENTER SEASONAL WORKER

Posted: 09/05/2023

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for the position of a generalized part time seasonal worker.

A successful applicant must be highly organized and a self-starter. Responsibilities include general prepping, sanitation, dish washing and helping in other areas when needed.

Send letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, Kentucky 42728, fax 270-384-7373 or e-mail hr@lindsey.edu or apply on-line at www.lindsey.edu.

LWU is an EOE employer.