Jobs

Why Ball State?

We're an institution dedicated to growth. Since 1918, we've worked hard to uplift our community so that it is always growing and innovating. That's who we are as a university and who we are as an employer. When you become part of the Ball State University family, that promise of growth extends to you, your career, and your life. Our University is distinguished for institutional effectiveness and excellence across all dimensions of our work and for having a positive and vibrant culture of wellbeing that helps our faculty and staff lead engaged and meaningful lives.

At Ball State University, we hold ourselves to a higher standard. Beneficence, the action of spreading goodness, is our chief motivating factor. When you work for Ball State, you join a team of people striving to spread as much goodness as possible for our students, each other, and our community. And that makes all the difference in the world. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever-greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

How to Apply for Jobs at Ball State University?

Current job openings at the university are available online, so if you’re interested in working here, you can view and apply for a position 24/7.Our university has transitioned to Workday as our new online application system to enhance the hiring experience for both candidates and hiring teams.

What this means for you:

New job postings after July 1, 2025 will now be available exclusively in Workday.
Existing open positions posted in PeopleAdmin prior to July 1, 2025will remain active and can still be applied for until they officially close.

Please note the following:

Review needed information before you apply.
You must meet all stated minimum requirements to apply for a position.
As required by federal law, you must be currently eligible to work in the United States to be considered for a position.

We're Here to Help!

To discuss employment opportunities and see what career options are best for you, contact Kyla McKillip, Interim Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition. You can connect with her on LinkedIn, where she posts information on current open positions. Kyla works with area leaders within the university to attract and retain top talent - she's here to help you join the Ball State University family and fly!

Jobs posted after July 1:

Apply in Workday

Jobs posted before July 1:

Apply in PEOPLEADMIN

Apply for Jobs in Workday:

Click the button above to access the Workday job site.
Search for a job. You can search for a job by:
- Position Title
- Location
- Time Type
- Job Category
- Job Type or Job Family Group (Listed under the 'More' dropdown menu)
Click on “Apply.”
Start Your Application.
- You can autofill with your resume.
- You can apply manually.
- If you previously applied, you can use your last application.
Create Your Account.
Complete your application, check for errors, and submit.
- Note: To keep your personal data safe, the system will log you out automatically if there is no activity for 15 minutes.

Apply to Jobs in PeopleAdmin:

Visit Jobs at Ball State and select the type of position classification you are interested in by clicking on the links beneath the photographs.
- Note: How to solve "Your account is associated with LinkedIN" error when logging in.
Search for a job.
- In the left-hand menu, select “Search Jobs.”
- In the search results, click on the job title to view the posting’s details.
- You can bookmark the job, print the job posting, or apply.
Click on “Apply for this Job.”
Complete each section of the application.
Check for errors and submit.
- Note: To keep your personal data safe, the system will log you out automatically if there is no activity for 15 minutes.

Curious About Benefits?

At Ball State University, your peace of mind is our priority. We offer robust long-term disability and life insurance plans to provide financial security for you and your family. Our voluntary insurance options, including vision, short-term disability, supplemental life, illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance, offer additional protection tailored to your unique circumstances. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected. Let’s fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Learn more about Ball State’s total compensation package by trying our Total Compensation Calculator below. Choose a calculator that is appropriate for the job type that interests you. The calculators are intended to provide an idea of potential benefits should you be interested in becoming a Cardinal!

Disability Accommodations

Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact the Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity and ADA Coordinator, John Bowers, at 765-285-5163 for assistance.

Ball State is a great place to work! In fact in 2023, Forbes ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana.

Ball State University is committed to the principles of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in education and employment. Further, the University is committed to the pursuit of excellence by prohibiting unlawful discrimination and providing equal opportunity to individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.