WORKING AT FLORIDA COLLEGE

*This position is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Office of Online Education at Florida College is seeking applicants for the position of Associate Head of School for Fortress Christian School. This position reports to the Director of Online Education and will be responsible for managing the day-to-day functions of the school while supporting strategic initiatives led by the Head of School. This role is ideal for a spiritually grounded, detail-oriented administrator who brings clarity, structure, and positive energy to a fast-paced and mission-driven environment.

Fortress Christian School is an online K–12 school powered by Florida College, dedicated to providing a Christ-centered, academically excellent education.

Our Mission: Fortress Christian School is an online Christian school assisting families by providing an educational environment which prepares students for academic success and fortifies their faith.

Our Vision: Fortress Christian School will work with families to produce knowledgeable, dedicated, skilled disciples ready for the next step in service to their Creator and community.

Fortress serves families across the country with a flexible, high-quality online learning experience rooted in biblical values.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Administration

• Oversee the daily operations of the school, ensuring alignment with its mission and standards.
• Partner with the Head of School on long-term planning and strategic execution.
• Assist in the oversight, support, and evaluation of Fortress employees, fostering a healthy, high-performing team.
• Collaborate with Florida College’s shared services teams—including marketing, IT, and the business office—to ensure smooth operations and communication.
• Contribute to the preparation and management of the school’s annual budget, ensuring stewardship of financial resources.

Academic & Faculty Support

• Provide primary support to faculty, offering guidance on curriculum, instruction, and assessment in an online setting.
• Ensure academic excellence through consistent curriculum evaluation and implementation across grade levels.
• Help maintain a joyful, disciplined, and biblically grounded school culture in all academic interactions.

Policy & Process Development

• Lead the development and refinement of key policy documents, handbooks, and internal procedures.
• Improve and maintain systems for communication, student records, progress tracking, and operations.

Student & Family Engagement

• Address parent and student concerns with clarity, care, and biblical wisdom.
• Support teachers in managing classroom culture, discipline issues, and parent communication.
• Contribute to a positive, Christ-centered community of learning for families and staff alike.

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of experience in education

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education; Curriculum & Instruction; Educational Leadership; or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in educational administration or leadership

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; able to handle conflict with discretion, accountability, and grace
• Strong working knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and teacher support strategies
• Experience with budgeting, operations, or cross-team collaboration
• Able to work non-standard hours on occasion
• Positive, serious-minded, and fun: able to bring structure without stifling creativity or culture
• Knowledge of Christian education, or a passion and willingness to learn

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter which includes a brief philosophy of education, resume, and 2 references with contact information to Matt Dickey, Human Resources Director, at DickeyM@floridacollege.edu. Please include “FCS Associate Head of School” in the subject line. Full consideration will be given to applicants whose materials are received by November 20, 2025.

Florida College is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the financial and physical assets of the institution. Therefore, Florida College conducts background checks on all finalists for employment.

Florida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not engage in prohibited discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Florida College complies with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. All applicants must respect and comply with the established goals and practices of Florida College as a biblically based educational institution.

Florida College is seeking a full-time, tenure track faculty member for its business department for the 2026-2027 academic year, with the college being open to the possibility of a start date as early as Spring 2026. This role presents an exciting opportunity to be part of the mission of Florida College: to educate the whole person to imitate Christ in service to God and others. By working in the Department of Business, this faculty member will be privileged to teach students in the baccalaureate degree programs with the highest enrollment at the college, serving our amazing students while working collaboratively with dedicated fellow Christians.

The ideal candidate will be an innovative faculty member with a terminal degree in business, experience in both industry and collegiate teaching, and primary (or secondary) experience in Marketing, Finance, Management, Accounting, or Information Systems. However, other areas of expertise may be considered insofar as they complement existing areas of emphasis and experience in the Business department, and individuals with a master’s degree in business or a related field will be considered. The successful candidate is expected to be (or become) an exceptional teacher who values mentoring and advising students while continuing professional development and growth in their respective field. Florida College is first and foremost a teaching college, as opposed to a research university.

Qualifications and Experience

• Committed to the unique Christian mission and values of Florida College, including a willingness to adhere to the Florida College code of conduct in personal and professional life
• Possesses professional and proactive work ethic, including self-motivation, multi-tasking, and creativity in problem-solving
• Credentialed to teach business courses in an undergraduate setting, typically met by holding a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in courses in the discipline.
• Teaching experience within the business discipline, at the college level, preferred
• Willingness and ability to support future growth of the business department and programs
• Ability to work collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff, administrators, and students while maintaining a professional and healthy attitude

Responsibilities

• Teach a full course load each Fall and Spring semester, typically defined as four courses per semester.
• Assist the department chair with SACSCOC accreditation, annual revisions and updates to the business curriculum, managing various aspects of the business courses, including internships, student organizations, alumni support, and academic advising.
• Establish rapport with students in the classroom and engage with students beyond the classroom by supporting and attending student activities.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to be available for students in accordance with FC personnel policy.
• Serve on institutional or academic committees and sponsor student organizations, as assigned by the Provost.
• Participate regularly in professional development, committed to personal growth and excellence as a business instructor, scholar, and member for the Florida College faculty.
• Engage in service and scholarly activity with an interest in continued growth and enhancement of the department’s critical role among Florida College’s academic programs.
• Work collaboratively with the Florida College faculty, staff, and administration to contribute to the Florida College mission.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, copies of all academic transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), and two references with contact information to Matthew Dickey – Human Resources Director at Dickeym@floridacollege.edu. Applications received by October 31, 2025 are assured full consideration, but the position will remain open until filled.

Florida College is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the college’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Florida College conducts background checks on all finalists for employment in faculty positions.

 Florida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not engage in prohibited discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Florida College complies with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. All applicants must respect and comply with the established goals and practices of Florida College as a Christian oriented educational institution.

Florida College is a private, independent liberal arts college, providing a comprehensive college experience designed to develop students spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially by integrating into the students’ lives the Bible as the revealed will of God in order to prepare students for lives of service to their Creator and to others.

Florida College is seeking a full-time, tenure track faculty member to add to its math and science department, with a preferable start in Spring 2026. This role presents an exciting opportunity to be part of the mission of Florida College: to educate the whole person to imitate Christ in service to God and others. Like all Florida College employees, the individual who serves in this role will be privileged to serve our amazing students while working collaboratively with dedicated fellow Christians.

The ideal candidate will be an innovative faculty member with a terminal degree in biology who has experience in both industry and collegiate teaching; however, individuals with a master’s degree in biology or a related science field will be considered. The successful candidate is expected to be (or become) an exceptional teacher who values mentoring and advising students while continuing professional development and growth in their respective field. Florida College is first and foremost a teaching college, as opposed to a research university.

Qualifications and Experience

• Committed to the unique Christian mission and values of Florida College, including a willingness to adhere to the Florida College code of conduct in personal and professional life
• Possesses professional and proactive work ethic, including self-motivation, multi-tasking, and creativity in problem-solving
• Credentialed to teach biology courses in an undergraduate setting, typically met by holding a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in courses in the discipline.
• Teaching experience within the life sciences discipline, at the college level, preferred
• Willingness and ability to support future growth of the math and science programs
• Ability to work collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff, administrators, and students while maintaining a professional and healthy attitude

Responsibilities

• Teach a full course load each Fall and Spring semester, typically defined as four courses per semester.
• Assist the program director and department chair with SACSCOC accreditation, annual revisions and updates to the math and sciences curriculum, and managing various aspects of the math and sciences courses, including research, internships, student organizations, and alumni support.
• Establish rapport with students in the classroom and engage with students beyond the classroom by supporting and attending student activities.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to be available for students in accordance with FC personnel policy.
• Serve on institutional or academic committees and sponsor student organizations, as assigned by the Provost.
• Participate regularly in professional development, committed to personal growth and excellence as a biology instructor, scholar, and member for the Florida College faculty.
• Engage in service and scholarly activity with an interest in continued growth and enhancement of the department’s critical role among Florida College’s academic programs.
• Work collaboratively with the Florida College faculty, staff, and administration to contribute to the Florida College mission.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, copies of all academic transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), and two references with contact information to Matthew Dickey – Human Resources Director at Dickeym@floridacollege.edu. Applications received by October 31, 2025 are assured full consideration, but the position will remain open until filled.

Florida College is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the college’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Florida College conducts background checks on all finalists for employment in faculty positions.

 Florida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not engage in prohibited discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Florida College complies with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. All applicants must respect and comply with the established goals and practices of Florida College as a Christian oriented educational institution.

Florida College is a private, independent liberal arts college, providing a comprehensive college experience designed to develop students spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially by integrating into the students’ lives the Bible as the revealed will of God in order to prepare students for lives of service to their Creator and to others.

The Registrar serves as the chief academic records officer and a key member of the academic leadership team at Florida College. This role ensures the integrity and security of all student academic data while providing exceptional service that supports our mission of delivering a transformative liberal arts education grounded in biblical values. The Registrar partners closely with faculty, staff, and students to facilitate academic success and maintain the highest standards of academic record-keeping.

This position reports directly to the Associate Provost and collaborates extensively with the Administrative Assistant to the Provost, Assistant to the Registrar, department chairs, faculty, admissions, and the Academic Advising Office. It is primarily face-to-face and office-based with regular use of computer equipment, ability to lift and move files and documents, and occasional evening or weekend work during peak registration and commencement periods.

Primary Responsibilities

Academic Records Management

• Maintains integrity and security of student academic records in both electronic and physical formats
• Oversees transcript production, degree audits, and graduation progress statements
• Ensures accurate processing of grades, course withdrawals, and academic standing determinations
• Manages transfer credit evaluation and articulation processes
• Coordinates with Admissions to ensure seamless transition of student records

Registration and Scheduling Operations

• Directs comprehensive registration processes for all academic terms
• Coordinates course offerings, classroom assignments, and enrollment management
• Produces and distributes official class rosters and grade reporting forms
• Manages course capacity, waitlists, and schedule adjustments
• Supports faculty and advisors with real-time enrollment data

Student Services and Support

• Provides expert transfer counseling and course planning guidance to students and advisors
• Serves as the primary FERPA compliance officer, ensuring protection of student privacy rights
• Delivers timely and accurate information to support academic advising processes
• Assists students with enrollment verification, degree certification, and academic record inquiries

Leadership and Strategic Initiatives

• Represents the college in statewide course numbering system initiatives
• Supervises commencement ceremonies and graduation processes
• Collaborates with the Provost’s Office to maintain and update the College Catalog annually
• Provides data analysis and reporting to support institutional decision-making
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives for registration and academic record processes
• Serves on the Program Coordinators Group and Curriculum Review Committee

Administrative Leadership

• Supervises and mentors registrar office staff
• Manages office operations, workflows, and service delivery standards
• Collaborates with IT to maintain and enhance student information systems
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in educational administration, business administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of administration or management experience, preferably in higher education
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student affairs, educational administration, public administration, or related field
• Experience with student records management, transcript processing, and academic scheduling
• Proficiency with student information systems and database management
• Strong knowledge of FERPA regulations and academic record-keeping best practices
• Familiarity with accreditation processes and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of degree audit systems and transfer credit evaluation

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in student information systems (J1 experience preferred), database management, and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel)
• Analytical Excellence: Exceptional attention to detail with ability to manage complex datasets and ensure absolute accuracy in all academic records
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact effectively across all campus constituencies
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and drive process improvements
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of FERPA, academic policies, and higher education compliance requirements
• Initiative and Innovation: Professional curiosity and forward-thinking approach to anticipating challenges and implementing solutions
• Service: Commitment to providing exceptional customer service to students and faculty

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following materials to Matthew Dickey, Human Resources Director, at Dickeym@floridacollege.edu:

• Cover letter expressing interest and qualifications
• Current resume
• Contact information for three professional references

Application Deadline: Applications received by October 15, 2025 will receive full consideration, though the position will remain open until filled.

For questions about this position, please contact Matthew Dickey at the email address above.

Florida College is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the institutional assets. Background checks are conducted on all finalists for employment. Successful candidates must demonstrate support for the mission and values of Florida College.

Florida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not engage in prohibited discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Florida College complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Accounting Specialist

Florida College is seeking an Accounting Specialist to provide direct support and assistance to the Accounting Team and Controller.  The Accounting Specialist performs various administrative tasks and will be responsible for financial and accounting functions as needed, reporting to the Controller.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the maintenance of the primary books and records for Florida College, Inc.
2. Works closely with Accountants to ensure all activity is accurately reflected and all journal entries for recording are posted.
3. Assists with monitoring recurring expenses to ensure budgeted operational expenses remain consistent, preparing analyses for review.
4. Assists with the maintenance of invoices, payment records or correspondence pertinent to all payables.
5. Prepares supporting schedules, assist in the recording of all necessary journal entries to ensure completeness and accuracy of the general ledger
6. Assists with preparation of monthly account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
7. Prepare monthly sales, lease, and tax filings.
8. Performs monthly balancing and recording of credit card sales received electronically.
9. Assists with updating of Fixed Asset additions, disposals and associated journal entries necessary and in accordance with established asset categories and applicable depreciation terms.
10. Performs tagging of all assets deemed necessary.
11. Support the preparation of all financial reports for industry or government survey collection
13. Provides support to Accountants & Controller as needed for budget inquiries and departmental support.
14. Works on special projects assigned by the Controller and Vice President of Finance/Chief Financial Officer.

Minimum Qualifications (Required) 

• One year experience in bookkeeping or accounting field
• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion
• Self-starter, ability to work unsupervised, even remotely.

Candidates should submit a Letter of Interest, Resume/CV, and 2 references to Matthew Dickey DickeyM@floridacollege.edu, Director of Human Resources.  Applications submitted by September 19, 2025, are assured of full consideration.

If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Dickey.

Florida College is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the college’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Florida College conducts background checks on all finalists for employment.

Florida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not engage in prohibited discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Florida College complies with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. All applicants must respect and comply with the established goals and practices of Florida College as a biblically based educational institution.

Florida College is seeking a full-time, tenure track faculty member to add to its Department of engineering to teach courses for its new B.S.M.E. degree program, with a start date of August 1, 2026. This role presents an exciting opportunity to help shape the mechanical engineering program while also being part of the mission of Florida College: to educate the whole person to imitate Christ in service to God and others. Like all Florida College employees, the individual who serves in this role will be privileged to serve our amazing students while working collaboratively with dedicated fellow Christians.

The ideal candidate will be an innovative faculty member with a terminal degree in mechanical engineering who has experience in both industry and collegiate teaching; however, individuals with a master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering field will be considered. The successful candidate is expected to be (or become) an exceptional teacher who values mentoring and advising students while continuing professional development and growth in their respective field. Florida College is first and foremost a teaching college, as opposed to a research university.

Qualifications and Experience

• Committed to the unique Christian mission and values of Florida College, including a willingness to adhere to the Florida College code of conduct in personal and professional life
• Possesses professional and proactive work ethic, including self-motivation, multi-tasking, and creativity in problem-solving
• Credentialed to teach engineering courses in an undergraduate setting, typically met by holding a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in courses in the discipline.
• Teaching experience within the engineering discipline, at the college level, preferred
• Willingness and ability to support future growth of the engineering programs
• Ability to work collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff, administrators, and students while maintaining a professional and healthy attitude

Responsibilities

• Teach a full course load each Fall and Spring semester, typically defined as four courses per semester.
• Assist the program director and department chair with (a) SACSCOC and ABET accreditation, including the collection of data pertaining to budget and reporting processes in the Department of Engineering and in preparing required reports (ABET, Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUP), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), etc); (b) annual revisions and updates to the BSME Student Handbook, the Department of Engineering Faculty Handbook, and the College Catalog; (c) the development, implementation, and evaluation of the BSME program at Florida College, including the use of data collected, assessed, and evaluated for systematic program improvement plan (SPIP); and (d) the development and growth of the B.S.M.E. degree program, including internships, student organizations, and alumni support.
• Establish rapport with students in the classroom and engage with students beyond the classroom by supporting and attending student activities.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to be available for students in accordance with FC personnel policy.
• Serve on institutional or academic committees and sponsor student organizations, as assigned by the Provost.
• Participate regularly in professional development, committed to personal growth and excellence as an engineering instructor, scholar, and member for the Florida College faculty.
• Engage in service and scholarly activity with an interest in continued growth and enhancement of the department’s critical role among Florida College’s academic programs.
• Work collaboratively with the Florida College faculty, staff, and administration to contribute to the Florida College mission.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, copies of all academic transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), and two references with contact information to Matthew Dickey – Human Resources Director at Dickeym@floridacollege.edu. Applications received by December 1, 2025 are assured full consideration.

Florida College is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the college’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Florida College conducts background checks on all finalists for employment in faculty positions.

Florida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not engage in prohibited discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Florida College complies with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. All applicants must respect and comply with the established goals and practices of Florida College as a Christian oriented educational institution.

Florida College is a private, independent liberal arts college, providing a comprehensive college experience designed to develop students spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially by integrating into the students’ lives the Bible as the revealed will of God in order to prepare students for lives of service to their Creator and to others.

Florida College is seeking qualified individuals with a masters or higher level degree to submit their curriculum vitae for consideration for future face-to-face and/or online adjunct positions in all academic departments.  Applicant materials will be retained for a period of two years and reviewed as needed to fill open adjunct positions.

To be considered, submit your curriculum vitae to Judy Bertram at BertramJ@floridacollege.edu.

Florida College is seeking qualified adjuncts to teach Spanish, French, or American Sign Language for our online dual enrollment program.   Applicants with a master’s or doctoral degree with at least 18 hours of graduate credit in the specific language are preferred.

To be considered, submit your curriculum vitae to Judy Bertram at BertramJ@floridacollege.edu.