Thank you for your interest in Wisconsin Lutheran College!
WLC is an independent, nationally ranked Christian college affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. We value quality teaching and active scholarship. Our goal is to deliver a rigorous, personalized education within a caring, Christian community of scholars and students. Education at Wisconsin Lutheran College also involves the spiritual development of our students. Because of this spiritual dimension, a Wisconsin Lutheran College faculty or academic staff position is a form of public ministry.
FACULTY AND LEADERSHIP: WLC seeks to recruit members of the faculty and leadership who are active members of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) or the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS) and who share our commitment to quality Christian higher education and faithfulness to the Scriptures. After identifying qualified candidates subject to the approval of the WELS Southeast Wisconsin District Presidium, WLC issues a divine call to the selected individual.
STAFF MEMBERS: For most open staff positions, WELS or ELS membership is desirable but not required. Successful applicants will be able to perform job duties in a manner consistent with WLC’s Code of Christian Conduct and WLC's mission, ministry, and affiliation with the WELS.
Open staff and adjunct positions, along with faculty and leadership positions for which the college has issued a call for nominations, are listed below.
Career Opportunities
Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) is seeking candidates for a staff position in the Office of Institutional Research, reporting to the Provost. The Director of Institutional Effectiveness will lead the College’s institutional research, accreditation compliance, and quality improvement efforts. They will oversee the collection, analysis, and interpretation of institutional, market, and competitor data to support strategic planning, budgeting, assessment, enrollment management, program development, student success, and mission advancement. They will conduct market research to identify opportunities for growth, strengthen the WLC brand and value proposition, and support new program exploration.
Qualifications include the following: A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred, ideally in marketing, business, analytics, or a related field, along with a minimum of seven years of successful experience in market research, analysis, or business intelligence, preferably within higher education. See the job description for complete details.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter discussing their background, qualifications, and interest in serving in this position, along with a current resume, to human.resources@wlc.edu. Please also include the names, email addresses, phone numbers, and nature of the relationship of three references.
Wisconsin Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veterans of the Vietnam era.
Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) is seeking a mission-driven Security Manager to ensure a safe, welcoming campus environment. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Life, this full-time, year-round role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operations. Key duties include managing third-party security, training student employees, and ensuring compliance with Clery Act and Title IX standards. You also will oversee parking operations, emergency coordination, and campus access systems. This vital position is responsible for mitigating risk and maintaining a secure atmosphere for our students, faculty, and staff.
The ideal candidate has a background in law enforcement and a bachelor’s degree (preferred). You must be physically capable of campus patrols in all weather and available for emergencies. Essential to this role is performing duties consistent with WLC’s Christian mission; active membership in the WELS or ELS is strongly preferred. If you are a collaborative leader with a servant’s heart, we invite you to apply. See the job description for complete details.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter discussing their background, qualifications, and interest in serving in this position, along with a current resume, to human.resources@wlc.edu. Please also include the names, email addresses, phone numbers, and nature of the relationship of three references.
Wisconsin Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veterans of the Vietnam era.
Wisconsin Lutheran College seeks nominations for candidates for a faculty position in Business, with rank in the professor or lecturer track to be determined based on the candidate’s credentials and experience. Teaching responsibilities may include introductory through advanced courses. All disciplines in business will be considered (e.g., Accounting, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Finance, Management, Marketing, etc.). The candidate will also contribute to student advising, mentoring, and recruiting. The ability to contribute to curricular development, course scheduling, departmental budget planning, and assessment will be valued. Typical full-time teaching load for the professor track is 24 credits per year, while appointments in the lecturer track are 30 credits per year. Candidates interested in a part-time faculty role are also encouraged to apply.
The position requires a master’s degree or significant business experience in one’s field of expertise. Depending on experience, coursework toward an advanced degree (master’s or doctoral level) in business may be required. Experience in higher education is preferred.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter discussing background, interests, and teaching philosophy in the context of a confessional Lutheran liberal arts college; curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation, including one letter from their pastor, discussing personal qualities via email to the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu). Review of nominees will continue until a divine call has been issued and accepted and the position is filled.
Candidates wishing to be considered for a full-time called faculty position must be active members of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS), or another confessional Lutheran denomination in fellowship with the WELS. Individuals are encouraged to nominate a qualified WELS/ELS individual using the brief nomination form. You may contact the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu) regarding questions on the call process. Individuals may also self-nominate for this position.
Wisconsin Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veterans of the Vietnam era.
The School of Nursing and Allied Health at Wisconsin Lutheran College seeks nominations for candidates for a part-time (.5 FTE) faculty position. This faculty member will serve as a student-centered educator dedicated to fostering learning, retention, and successful program completion. Responsibilities include didactic instruction, clinical teaching, laboratory oversight in our on-campus nursing lab, and clinical supervision of students in healthcare settings throughout the Milwaukee area. The annual teaching load is 12 credits for the professor track or 15 credits for the lecturer track.
Beyond teaching, you will play an integral role in the department by advising undergraduate nursing students, assisting with accreditation and assessment, and supporting recruitment efforts. Professor-track faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activity, such as research, publications, or professional presentations.
Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to WLC’s mission and the integration of a Christian worldview in higher education. This role requires flexibility for clinical site schedules and the physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds in a clinical environment. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, primarily during daytime hours, with occasional evening and weekend availability for special events. Compliance with all healthcare partner safety protocols is required.
Qualifications
Education: master’s degree in nursing is required; a doctorate is preferred.
Licensure: an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Wisconsin.
Experience: at least two years of clinical experience as an RN within the past five years; previous teaching or student supervision experience is highly preferred.
Skills: strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with proficiency in learning management systems (e.g., Canvas).
Candidates must be an active member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS), or another confessional Lutheran denomination in fellowship with the WELS. Individuals are encouraged to nominate a qualified WELS/ELS individual using the brief nomination form. You may contact the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu) regarding questions on the call process. Individuals may also self-nominate for this position.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter discussing background, interests, and teaching philosophy in the context of a confessional Lutheran liberal arts college; curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation, including one letter from their pastor, discussing personal qualities via email to the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu). Review of nominees will continue until a divine call has been issued and accepted and the position is filled.
Wisconsin Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veterans of the Vietnam era.
The Professional Counseling graduate program at Wisconsin Lutheran College seeks nominations for candidates for a faculty position beginning July 1, 2026. This position may be filled on a full-time or part-time basis. Teaching is the primary responsibility and includes the design, implementation, and delivery of core coursework such as ethics, research, assessment, and systems, as well as supervision of practicum and internship experiences. Advising and mentoring students and participating in the admissions process also are responsibilities of this role.
The position requires an earned doctorate in Counselor Education (preferably from a CACREP-accredited program), a closely related doctoral degree, or demonstrated active progress toward doctoral completion. Successful teaching experience in clinical counseling at the graduate or undergraduate level and evidence of scholarly activity, including publications or other scholarly contributions, also are required. See the position description for complete details.
Candidates for a full-time called faculty position must be an active member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS), or another confessional Lutheran denomination in fellowship with the WELS. Individuals are encouraged to nominate a qualified WELS/ELS individual using the brief nomination form. You may contact the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu) regarding questions on the call process. Individuals may also self-nominate for this position.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter discussing background, interests, and teaching philosophy in the context of a confessional Lutheran liberal arts college; curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation, including one letter from their pastor, discussing personal qualities via email to the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu). Review of nominees will continue until a divine call has been issued and accepted and the position is filled.
Wisconsin Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veterans of the Vietnam era.
Wisconsin Lutheran College seeks nominations for candidates for a faculty position in the School of Business. This faculty member will be responsible for developing and teaching courses within the School of Business focusing on the Sport and Recreation Management program, overseeing curriculum, assessing student outcomes, and developing student-centric activities and projects. Teaching responsibilities may include introductory through advanced courses in the sport management undergraduate program and potentially graduate courses. This role also includes the development and supervision of graduate practicum experiences for graduate and potentially undergraduate students. Typical full-time teaching load for the professor track is 24 credits per year, while appointments in the lecturer track are 30 credits per year. This is a full-time, mainly on-campus position that may require occasional evening and weekend work, depending on program needs.
The position requires a master's degree; a doctorate degree is preferred. Coursework at the master’s or doctoral level in Sport or Recreation Management or a related discipline is required, and experience in supervising students and/or teaching in higher education is preferred.
Candidates for a full-time called faculty position must be active members of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS), or another confessional Lutheran denomination in fellowship with the WELS. Individuals are encouraged to nominate a qualified WELS/ELS individual using the brief nomination form. You may contact the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu) regarding questions on the call process. Individuals may also self-nominate for this position.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter discussing background, interests, and teaching philosophy in the context of a confessional Lutheran liberal arts college; curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation, including one letter from their pastor, discussing personal qualities via email to the Office of the Provost (joni.panitzke@wlc.edu). Review of nominees will continue until a divine call has been issued and accepted and the position is filled.
Wisconsin Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veterans of the Vietnam era.
Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) does not unlawfully discriminate in its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, age, or status as disabled veterans or veterans of the Vietnam era.
Because WLC is a college ministry espousing Bible based confessional Lutheran beliefs, and affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), the college reserves the right to give preference in employment to persons based on religion in accordance with our Bible based beliefs. This is in compliance with the federal law “exception to religion” component created in the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Wisconsin Lutheran College complies with all applicable laws which include, but are not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967.
Title IX Coordinator: Jamie Brock, Assistant Director of Residence Life. Office: Fischer Hall, 2112. Phone: 414.443.8762. Email: jamie.valerio@mail.wlc.edu.
