Seattle Pacific University Reviews
Updated Oct 23, 2019
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Daniel J. Martin
47 Ratings
Pros
"Overall it's a pretty great place to work" (in 6 reviews)
"The faculty and staff are great, and the students are great" (in 5 reviews)
Cons
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"SPU is a racist, homophobic, sexist, hypocritical institution that values the appearance of Christian values over actually living out" (in 4 reviews)
"Good student job"
StarStarStarStarStarI worked at Seattle Pacific University
Pros
Good hours, flexible schedule, not too hard
Cons
There aren't really any for this job
Seattle Pacific University2019-02-02"Time Well Spent"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Seattle Pacific University part-time for more than a year
Pros
Understanding staff, flexible hours and students were a pleasure to work for
Cons
Hours based on strict university hours
Advice to Management
Provide retail and dining experiences that are more available to students
Seattle Pacific University2019-10-23- Helpful (4)
"Christian organization with low pay but some benefit perks"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Seattle Pacific University full-time for more than 5 years
Pros
Full-time employees receive a free bus pass, automatic 9% retirement contribution, and tuition discount that increases according to years of service.
Cons
The pay for staff members is not livable by Seattle standards, and there is little room for growth. The university has a long way to go in terms of equity and inclusion, and does not hire LGBTQ employees. Applicants are required to sign a human sexuality statement (dated as last revised in 2004) and a code of conduct before hire. The code of conduct states that SPU staff cannot have sex outside of marriage, and... human sexuality statement says the church views marriage as between a man and woman only. Taken together, this means an LGBTQ individual--even if they were married to an individual of the same sex--could not be hired unless they were celibate. However, because hiring teams cannot ask questions about sexual activity, any candidate who reveals that they are LGBT will be dismissed out of the gate.
Show MoreAdvice to Management
Change your LGTBQ hiring policies and update your nearly-twenty-year-old human sexuality statement. Or at least share these policies with candidates at the beginning of the hiring process so they can decide whether or not to proceed with the application instead of at the very end. Also, implement an automatic update of each staff member's goal salary annually instead of waiting for a request. Set goals to increase... staff salary each year, including a cost of living increase.
Show MoreSeattle Pacific University2019-08-06 "Overall, nice environment"
StarStarStarStarStarI worked at Seattle Pacific University part-time for more than a year
Pros
Pretty good working environment, and my boss in particular was awesome.
Cons
Money can be tight, like most universities right now.
Seattle Pacific University2019-06-21- Helpful (1)
"Overall fine, low pay and rigid administration"
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I have been working at Seattle Pacific University full-time for more than a year
Pros
Fantastic people work in staff positions, students are great, location is awesome
Cons
Not LGBTQ+ friendly, rigid structure, difficult administration
Seattle Pacific University2019-06-17 - Helpful (2)
"QTPOC Need Not Apply"
StarStarStarStarStarI worked at Seattle Pacific University full-time for more than a year
Pros
Making a positive impact on students Staff Relationships Health Plan
Cons
SPU is a racist, homophobic, sexist, hypocritical institution that values the appearance of Christian values over actually living out Christian values
Seattle Pacific University2019-03-03 "Good work life balance, but lower pay"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at Seattle Pacific University full-time
Pros
The staff and management are very supportive, and truly value people.
Cons
It is a private university so pay can be a bit low. Also little room for advancement as a staff member.
Seattle Pacific University2019-02-27"Overall"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Seattle Pacific University full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Great retirement plan match; solid benefits, particularly the HSA
Cons
Pay - it's a university, so income is dependent upon enrollment. For this reason, they can't/don't increase much year-over-year.
Advice to Management
Be more open and forthright in discussions about pay
Seattle Pacific University2019-01-29"Ample opportunity"
StarStarStarStarStarI worked at Seattle Pacific University part-time
Pros
Flexible schedule and plenty of opportunities for part time employment
Cons
Upward mobility is limited
Seattle Pacific University2018-12-22"assistant professor"
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I worked at Seattle Pacific University full-time
Pros
Great experience to work here
Cons
very friendly people to work with
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