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Santa Clara University is shaping the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and all-around great people. We would love for you to join us. Find out what career opportunities are available. ***Weekly Maintenance: Our application system undergoes scheduled updates every Friday from 11:00 PM to 1:00 AM PST. Please save your progress or submit your application outside of these hours.***

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Featured Jobs

Check out some of the latest career opportunities at SCU.

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Accounting Manager, Investment and Financial Reporting

The Director of Finance and Investment Accounting manages a team of senior accountants to oversee the University’s complex financial assets and tax compliance. Key duties include managing the endowment pool, executing investment journal entries and capital calls, and preparing high-level investment footnotes for financial statements. Beyond technical reporting, the role serves as a strategic liaison and trainer for departments across the University to ensure institutional financial alignment.

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Director for the Center for Spirituality and Faith

The Director of the Center for Spirituality and Faith leads a diverse team to provide pastoral care and innovative spiritual programming at Santa Clara University. Reporting to the VP for Mission and Ministry, the Director applies Ignatian values to a multi-faith campus, overseeing everything from retreats and liturgy to justice education. Ultimately, they serve as a strategic bridge, ensuring spiritual life is inclusive and accessible to Catholic, multi-faith, and religiously unaffiliated students alike.

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Front Desk and Operations Associate, University Relations

The Front Desk and Operations Associate serves as the professional face and operational hub of Santa Clara University’s University Relations division. Reporting to the Associate Director of Business Operations, this role manages high-level administrative support for the Finance and Administration team while acting as the primary point of contact for donors, alumni, and campus partners. Beyond traditional reception duties, the Associate handles complex tactical and analytical tasks to ensure seamless day-to-day office functions, directly supporting the university's broader goals of fundraising, alumni engagement, and institutional growth.

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Santa Clara offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of employees and their families.

 

Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

The physical, emotional, and mental health of our employees is extremely important. We offer a variety of dynamic programs, including meditation and nutritional seminars, to help you take care of your body, mind, and soul.

Financial Planning Benefits

Financial Planning Benefits

From 401k's to one-on-one consultations with financial advisors, we’ll help you become better informed and more confident in building your retirement plan.

Education Benefits

Education Benefits

We provide opportunities for professional and educational development for eligible employees and their dependents, including tuition remission and reimbursement.

For inquires about careers at SCU please email 

careers@scu.edu

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