About SUM
SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary (SUM) equips indigenous leaders from America and the nations of the world by offering an affordable theological education combining academic instruction with practical hands-on ministry and personal mentorship. Our mission empowers these leaders to be instruments of change in their communities.
“Empowering Leaders for the Fivefold Ministry”
All SUM faculty and staff members are expected to be committed to Jesus Christ, to SUM’s vision, purpose and values and to affirm the SUM’s Statement of Faith.
The SUM Experience
There is nothing like experiencing the weight of God’s glory and love. From the classrooms, to streets, to the churches, to the Oakland and Mardi Gras outreaches, the touch of God is unmistakable.
Working at SUM is exciting, precisely because it is fulfilling the call of God on our lives, and it allows us to participate in the mission of God. We invite you to join us in this incredible privilege.
Job Openings
Interested candidates should submit all required documents on the Application Upload page
| Position | Description | Qualifications | Duration | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Faculty | The full-time faculty member will teach, develop courses, and have administrative responsibilities. The position requires being on site at the El Dorado Hills, CA, campus. Faculty are needed in the areas of General Education, Biblical Studies, Theology, Spiritual Formation, and Ministry/Applied Theology. Faculty teaching load will range from five to eleven courses annually based upon the modality (live or Anytime/Anywhere recorded courses) being developed. |
| Full-Time | El Dorado Hills, CA, USA |
| Adjunct Faculty Application | Teach up to 40 students on applied theology, biblical studies, biblical languages, general education, theology, and/or worship and music. | Completed Master’s and/or terminal degree from an accredited institution, and agreement with SUM’s statement of faith. | 11-week contract | El Dorado Hills Campus or Online |
| Financial Aid Counselor | Provides operational guidance to the Financial Aid Office and performs the more technically demanding financial aid duties, including oversight of various programs, activities, determining award amounts, and reconciliation of various programs. Works with a diverse population of administrators, faculty, staff, students and the public. The position plans and oversees the financial aid process, to assure compliance with all regulations. | Demonstrated knowledge of working with a computer as related to the financial aid field as well as ability to use various Microsoft Software (Excel, Word, Power Point) Experience with Campus Vue, EDConnect, COD, CPS, NSLDS and FSA systems Minimum Education and Experience 3-5 years of experience in financial aid at the college level | Full-Time | El Dorado Hills, CA, USA |
| Cohort Department Administrative Assistant | The Cohort Department Administrative Assistant works with the VP of Cohort Development to implement procedures to facilitate the development and maintenance of health cohorts and competent cohort advisors. | The Cohort Department Administrative Assistant should have or be working towards an earned graduate degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U. S. Department of Education. The preferred degree would be in Biblical Studies or Education. | Part-Time | El Dorado Hills Campus |
About SUM
SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary (SUM) equips indigenous leaders from America and the nations of the world by offering an affordable theological education combining academic instruction with practical hands-on ministry and personal mentorship. Our mission empowers these leaders to be instruments of change in their communities.
“Empowering Leaders for the Fivefold Ministry”
All SUM faculty and staff members are expected to be committed to Jesus Christ, to SUM’s vision, purpose and values and to affirm the SUM’s Statement of Faith.
The SUM Experience
There is nothing like experiencing the weight of God’s glory and love. From the classrooms, to streets, to the churches, to the Oakland and Mardi Gras outreaches, the touch of God is unmistakable.
Working at SUM is exciting, precisely because it is fulfilling the call of God on our lives, and it allows us to participate in the mission of God. We invite you to join us in this incredible privilege.
Job Openings
Interested candidates should submit all required documents on the Application Upload page
| Position | Description | Qualifications | Duration | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Faculty | The full-time faculty member will split their time, between teaching and course development—50%, and administrative work—50%. The position requires being on site at the El Dorado Hills, CA, campus. Faculty are needed in the areas of General Education, Biblical Studies, Theology, Spiritual Formation, and Ministry/Applied Theology. Courses that the faculty member will develop and teach will consist of both live courses on Zoom and/or with students on campus, and recorded lectures that will be broadcast nationally and internationally (Anytime/Anywhere courses). Faculty teaching load will range from five to eleven courses annually based upon the modality (live or AA courses) being developed.. | ● Terminal degree in discipline to which the faculty is applying is preferred; minimum of terminal degree in progress. ● Higher education teaching experience with strong evaluations from students and/or supervisors preferred; minimum teaching experience in other areas outside of higher education and strong evaluations from students and/or supervisors. ● Administrative skills such as proficiency in computers and Microsoft Office and Teams, Google Workspace, Zoom, and other relevant technological tools, Learning Management Systems (LMS such as Canvas), Student Information Systems (SIS such as Campus Nexus Student LMS, and/or background in higher education administrative work. ● The ability to write and develop course curriculum. ● Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills. ● Willingness to collaborate and work with a team on the development of various courses in both the live and recorded format, and the ability to work with an ethnically and culturally diverse community. ● Advise and guide students in both academic issues and ministry concerns. ● Desire to serve the global community of those who are called to ministry through teaching, guidance and mentoring, and empowering. | Full-Time | El Dorado Hills, CA, USA |
| Adjunct Faculty Application | Teach up to 40 students on applied theology, biblical studies, biblical languages, general education, theology, and/or worship and music. | Completed Master’s and/or terminal degree from an accredited institution, and agreement with SUM’s statement of faith. | 11-week contract | El Dorado Hills Campus or Online |
| Financial Aid Counselor | Provides operational guidance to the Financial Aid Office and performs the more technically demanding financial aid duties, including oversight of various programs, activities, determining award amounts, and reconciliation of various programs. Works with a diverse population of administrators, faculty, staff, students and the public. The position plans and oversees the financial aid process, to assure compliance with all regulations. | Demonstrated knowledge of working with a computer as related to the financial aid field as well as ability to use various Microsoft Software (Excel, Word, Power Point) Experience with Campus Vue, EDConnect, COD, CPS, NSLDS and FSA systems Minimum Education and Experience 3-5 years of experience in financial aid at the college level | Full-Time | El Dorado Hills, CA, USA |
| Cohort Department Administrative Assistant | The Cohort Department Administrative Assistant works with the VP of Cohort Development to implement procedures to facilitate the development and maintenance of health cohorts and competent cohort advisors. | The Cohort Department Administrative Assistant should have or be working towards an earned graduate degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U. S. Department of Education. The preferred degree would be in Biblical Studies or Education. | Part-Time | El Dorado Hills Campus |
