Job Description

The Director of Campus Ministry will embrace and advance the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the University by meeting the spiritual and communal needs of the campus that aligns with the vision and goals for the Office of Mission. This position works in strong collaboration with the Vice President for Mission, the Coordinator of Franciscan Student Life, and other colleagues within Student Affairs, and other administrative and professional colleagues across campus. This role assists in the enhancement and maintenance of a distinctly Catholic and Franciscan campus environment through the planning, coordination, and implementation of student-centered programming such as retreats, community building opportunities, conferences, liturgy, campus events, service projects, etc. This position will create intentional outreach initiatives to our students at the University while facilitation meaningful connections with each other, the University mission and its core values, a commitment to their personal vocations, and a deep relationship with Jesus Christ.

The Director of Campus Ministry is a committed, practicing Catholic. The Director must possess an understanding of the Church's formal teachings -- e.g. through some formal theological training. The Director must demonstrate an openness and tolerance of other beliefs including a state of religious denial and should be capable of exercising patience and understanding with those currently rejecting a Christian response while holding out to them a positive message of hope and authentic hospitality. Additionally, the Director must show evidence of a strong sense of personal ministry, prayerfulness, and spirituality that is visible. Some personal experience in a pastoral or counseling role should be evident.

Job Requirements

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated experience in ministry (with college students/young adults), preferred

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Theology, Ministry, or a related area;
• Three (3) – four (4) years of ministry experience could be substituted for Theology Degree or willingness to pursue Theology education

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Excellent collaborative ability;
• Effective communication strategies with college students, including social media platforms and e-mail;
• Understanding of the role of Catholic higher education as outlined by Ex Corde Ecclesiae;
• A commitment to enhance the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the University;
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills;
• Effective conflict management and resolution skills

JOB STANDARDS

1. Mission Advancement
2. Embrace and advance the Catholic and Franciscan mission of the University by facilitating the spiritual life of the campus, including sacramental, formative, and spiritual community initiatives
3. Sacramental Coordination
4. Ensures the availability of sacramental offerings by organizing Priests, supplies, schedules, and liturgical seasonal events such as Mass, Reconciliation, and other university-supported sacramental needs, as requested
5. Conference, Mission Trips, and Pilgrimage Leadership
6. Facilitate opportunities for student conferences, such as SEEK (an invitation to explore life’s big questions and discover one’s purpose through faith, fellowship, and a deeper relationship with Christ), and oversee the planning, development, and coordination of local, national and international mission trips
7. Student Spiritual Formation
8. Coordinate the provision of spiritual guidance and formation to students through one-on-one encounters and programs offered within FSLSL, fostering faith development and servant leadership
9. Community Engagement
10. Develop programs that enhance opportunities for community building within the spiritual context
11. Collaborative Partnerships
12. Establish and maintain internal and external partnerships on campus, the Diocese of Baton Rouge, and other external partners to expand ministry initiatives
13. Student Leadership Formation
14. Organize and facilitate Student Advisory Boards to guide campus ministry initiatives and assist in Student Leadership Development initiatives such as TFE Summer and College Team formation
15. Marketing and Promotion
16. Participate in opportunities to market and promote Campus Ministry to the campus through programs such as orientations, campus events, off campus events, etc.
17. Special Project Support
18. Assist in planning and coordination of special projects, all related functions and other events/programs as assigned by the Director of Franciscan Student Life & Servant Leadership
19. Additional Duties as Assigned
20. Support various programs, events and administrative tasks aimed at fulfilling institutional goals
21. Perform other duties as assigned

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