Villanova University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages the recruitment and retention of qualified candidates for all positions. As a federal contractor, Villanova University has an Affirmative Action Plan which is overseen by the University's Affirmative Action Officer in the Office of Human Resources. The University encourages members of all diverse groups to seek employment with the University through the Human Resources Department.

Notices of job openings are published  on the Human Resources website and on certain bulletin boards on campus.  Those interested in applying for a posted position, including internal applicants, must complete an electronic application and apply for the job using the electronic jobsite. Assistance is available by calling the applicant helpline at x97616 or by emailing your question to jobshelp@villanova.edu.

To qualify for transfer or promotion, you must have completed at least one year of service in your present position, and have a satisfactory work record. However, there may be situations where this requirement would be waived with the approval of the employee’s supervisor and the Human Resources office. The University’s intention to provide extra focus on internal applicants. However, there is no requirement that departments interview or select an internal candidate seeking transfer or promotion.