Careers at University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is an accredited institution that offers both online and offline undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of technology, business, health care and education. The Apollo Group Inc., its parent company, is responsible for hiring for a variety of positions at each local University of Phoenix campus, and at the Apollo Group Inc. headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona, where the university's admissions and marketing departments are located.
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Significance
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Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix was designed primarily for adult students who wanted to pursue higher education while working a full-time job. It is a subsidiary of The Apollo Group Inc. Faculty members and employees of the University of Phoenix are employees of The Apollo Group Inc.
Job Types
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Types of job opportunities available at the University of Phoenix, at the time of writing, include: Associate Dean, Student Services Coordinator, Faculty Development Administrator, Enrollment Counselor, High School Presenter, Corporate Liaison, Online Faculty Member, Overseas Military Instructor, and Campus Instructor.
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Employee Benefits
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Employees of the University of Phoenix are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered by the Apollo Group Inc. This includes comprehensive health care coverage, including dental and vision benefits, a company-paid Employee Assistance Plan program, two flexible spending accounts, life insurance coverage, business travel accident insurance, 401(k) savings and investment plans, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), sick leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, long-term care insurance, vacation time, 10 1/2 paid holidays, education tuition program, and a college savings plan.
General Application Process
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Individuals who wish to apply for a position at the University of Phoenix can do so online through the Apollo Group Inc.'s career portal (see Resources). This portal lists all available positions, the date that the position was posted, and the closing date. Applicants can choose from hundreds of positions across the country, and submit their cover letter, resume and application materials to the contact person listed in the position description.
Faculty Member Application
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Individuals who wish to apply for a faculty member position at the University of Phoenix will not find these job opportunities listed on the Apollo Group Inc.'s career page. Teaching positions with the University of Phoenix are available online, on campus, overseas for military personnel, and for associate's degree programs available online. Applicants must go through a separate application and interview process, and meet certain eligibility requirements in order to become faculty members with the university.
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