Employment Application

North Park University

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran. Information provided on this application will not be used for any discriminatory purpose. However, as a religious educational institution owned and operated by the Evangelical Covenant Church, North Park is permitted and reserves the right to select employees on the basis of their religious faith [Title VII, Section 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the Illinois Human Rights Act Section 2-101(B)(2)].

North Park’s Mission and Vision

The mission of North Park University, as the University of the Evangelical Covenant Church, is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.

Our vision, building on our core institutional identity—Christian, city-centered, intercultural—is to create a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet.

Core Values

The University’s academic programs and learning environment are informed by three institutional values. Our community is:

• Christian – We nurture faith, balancing commitment and freedom.
• City-centered – We engage Chicago as a dynamic place of learning and service.
• Intercultural – We embrace and value all people, celebrate the global cultural tapestry, and support the reconciling mandate of the Christian gospel.

Application Instructions

Please read carefully, provide all information requested, and complete by printing in ink or typing. Your completed application form will be maintained in our active files for twelve (12) months from the date of application. You may submit a new application at any time.

Date of application*

Name*

First Last

Home address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Phone number*

Please provide the best phone number to reach you

Primary email address*

Position applying for*

Educational History

From current to previous. Please provide 5 years of work history.

Please list the schools you have attended.

School name — high school, college, technical school	Location (City, State)	Major course or subject	Dates attended	Graduated	Degree

Outside Activities

Professional memberships, certificates, or licenses held

Past and present civic or cultural activities-includes offices held

Special Skills

Computer skills

Hardware	Software

Shop/physical plant skills

Type of machine operated	Years of experience operating	Other shop/physical plant skills

Please list other skills and/or equipment/language experience you have acquired.

Miscellaneous

Were you previously employed by North Park?*

Yes
No

If yes, please describe.

Do you have any relative(s) currently employed by North Park?*

Yes
No

If yes, please provide their name and relationship.

Will visa or immigration status prevent lawful employment?*

Yes
No

U.S. Military Record

Branch of service

Branch of service	Dates served

Present military affiliation

None
Reserve (active)
Reserve (inactive)

Training and responsibilities while in the service

Employment Record

Starting with your present or most recent, list all previous employers. Include self-employment, summer and part-time jobs.

Last or present company

Company name	Position title	Supervisor's name	Supervisor's phone number	Supervisor's email	Location (City, State)	Dates worked	Reason for leaving

Christian Beliefs and Commitment

As was indicated on the front page, North Park does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by law. However, because we are owned and operated by the Evangelical Covenant Church, we may select employees on the basis of their religious faith. The section titled "Covenant Affirmations" is provided for your reference.

In 50–75 words, describe your Christian faith and experience.*

In 50–75 words, describe your regular association with a community of Christian believers.*

Covenant Affirmations

Below is a summarized statement of faith for the Evangelical Covenant Church. Though we employ people from a variety of Christian traditions, this statement will help you to understand the theological focus of our sponsoring denomination which helps shape the character of the North Park University community.

"The Evangelical Covenant Church seeks to form and nurture communities that are deeply committed to Jesus Christ and passionately engaged in Christ’s mission in the world. For Covenant people, our essential beliefs are summed up in what we call Covenant Affirmations: • We affirm the centrality of the word of God. • We affirm the necessity of the new birth. • We affirm a commitment to the whole mission of the church. • We affirm the church as a fellowship of believers. • We affirm a conscious dependence on the Holy Spirit. • We affirm the reality of freedom in Christ."

Used with permission from Covenant Publications, Chicago, Ill

Please affirm*

I have read and understand the Covenant affirmation.

Salary required*

Only numerical responses should be listed.

Please provide your first professional reference.*

Reference name	Relationship to reference	Reference phone number	Reference email address

To be considered for the position, three references must be listed.

Please provide your second professional reference.*

Reference name	Relationship to reference	Reference phone number	Reference email address

To be considered for the position, three references must be listed.

Please provide your third professional reference.*

Reference name	Relationship to reference	Reference phone number	Reference email address

To be considered for the position, three references must be listed.

Upload your resume.*

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload your cover letter.

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Signature

I hearby certify that the answers and other information on this application are true and correct and that I understand any misrepresentation or omission of facts on my part will be justification for separation from North Park’s service, if employed. I understand that my employment may be contingent upon receipt of documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility. I authorize North Park to investigate all statements made on this application. I authorize such educational institutions, employers, and others (and their agents or employees) to respond to questions concerning information on this application and I further release from liability such former employers, institutions, or persons providing such information to North Park. The State of Illinois is an “employment-at-will” state; therefore, I understand that if I receive and accept an offer of employment, my employment may be terminated by me or North Park at any time with or without cause.

Provide your name as a digital signature.*

First Last

Date*

How did you hear about this position?

Please check all that apply.

If personal reference, please specify.

If other, please specify.

Email

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North Park has served five generations of students and continues to grow in diversity, academic relevance, and Christian commitment. Our Chicago location is a great asset that reflects the School’s global reach and outlook.

After 125 years, we’ve learned how to streamline the process of helping qualified applicants seek admission to North Park and find affordable ways to attend. If you don’t see what you’re looking for on our website, please contact us directly!

North Park offers more than 40 graduate and undergraduate programs in liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies. Classes average 17 students. 84% of our faculty have terminal degrees. Academics here are rigorous and results-oriented.

Building community is a team sport. Between our 15 men’s and women’s teams, popular intramurals, and club sports, Vikings are here to play.

North Park Theological Seminary prepares you to answer the call to service through theological study, spiritual development, and the formative experiences of living in a community with others on a similar life path.

North Park is a diverse and supportive community. On our campus, all are welcome.

The Office of Alumni Engagement fosters lifelong connections by engaging alumni with the university and one another in activities, programs, and services that support the university’s mission and alumni needs.

North Park graduates navigate lives of significance and service advancing into careers and shaping communities.

North Park University

North Park’s Mission and Vision

Core Values

Application Instructions

Educational History

Outside Activities

Special Skills

Miscellaneous

U.S. Military Record

Employment Record

Christian Beliefs and Commitment

Covenant Affirmations

Signature