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Director of Advancement Services, Full Time, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary: South Hamilton, MA

By sthalum February 8th, 2026 in Job Postings

Salary Range:
$70,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Overview:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary is a multidenominational, evangelical graduate school committed to equipping Christian leaders to think theologically, engage globally, and live biblically. With nearly 1,400 students across campuses in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Florida, and online, Gordon-Conwell’s student body represents more than eighty-five denominations and fifty countries. The seminary offers master’s and doctoral programs—delivered in English, Spanish, and Portuguese—that combine academic excellence, spiritual formation, and a deep commitment to Scripture. Its 12,000 alumni serve Christ through ministry in the church, the academy, and the workplace. Gordon-Conwell is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, the New England Commission of Higher Education, and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs.

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Director provides strategic leadership for all development data systems, reporting, gift processing, and prospect research functions. Ensures data integrity, drives analytics that inform fundraising strategy, and builds a strong major donor pipeline in support of organizational revenue goals.

Key Responsibilities
1. Advancement Services Leadership
a. Oversee all donor database operations, gift processing workflows, and data hygiene standards
b. Develop and enforce policies related to data entry, reporting, documentation, and donor privacy compliance
c. Supervise or coordinate staff and vendors responsible for Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge CRM, gift processing, or wealth screening tools
d. Train development staff on CRM use, reporting, and donor segmentation best practices

2. CRM Management & Data Integrity
a. Ensure system accuracy for all donor and prospect records
b. Oversee gift entry, coding, soft crediting, pledges, recurring gifts, and financial reconciliation with accounting
c. Optimize CRM capabilities, workflows, and integrations with digital tools, giving pages, wealth screening platforms, etc.

3. Analytics & Reporting
a. Design dashboards and performance metrics for fundraising leadership, board reports, and campaign analysis
b. Produce monthly and quarterly analytics (retention, LYBUNT/SYBUNT, new donor acquisition, major gift pipeline health)
c. Provide data modeling and forecasting to support annual revenue planning

4. Prospect Research Strategy
a. Develop and manage a systematic prospect research program
b. Conduct wealth screening, capacity ratings, philanthropic history research, and predictive modeling
c. Assign qualified prospects to gift officers and senior leadership
d. Build detailed research briefs for donor visits, campaign solicitations, and major events

5. Pipeline & Portfolio Management
a. Track movement through donor pipelines and ensure follow-up workflows are functioning
b. Monitor metrics such as outreach activity, solicitations, and stewardship for major donor portfolios
c. Identify upgrade opportunities for annual donors ready for major gift cultivation

6. Cross-Department Collaboration
a. Partner with Major Gifts, Annual Giving, Marketing, and Finance on campaigns, appeals, and reporting
b. Provide data-driven recommendations to guide strategy and resource allocation
c. Present analytics to leadership when needed

Key Competencies:
· Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in short-term and long-term objectives.
· Knowledge and Discernment: Must possess high ethical standards and use excellent discretion with confidential donor information. Must maintain high standard of professionalism and confidentiality.
· Cultural Intelligence: Commitment to collegiality, diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and serve in a team environment that requires collegiality and regular collaboration across matrixed, multi-campus environment.
· Christian Higher Education: Must have familiarity with and experience working within the context of Christian higher education, preferably in graduate theological education. Must possess commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the Seminary.
· Communication and Interpersonal Effectiveness: Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Must have the ability communicate complex data insights clearly to non-technical staff
· Technical Knowledge: Must have expert knowledge of CRM systems (Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, DonorPerfect, Bloomerang, etc.), advanced Excel/Sheets and reporting skills (pivot tables, formulas, dashboards), and Experience with wealth screening or research tools (iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, etc.)
· Clear understanding of the mission of the Seminary and willingness to abide by the Statement of Faith and Community Life Statement of GCTS.

Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• 5–8+ years of experience in development operations, prospect research, donor analytics, or advancement services.
• Supervisory experience and knowledge of nonprofit accounting/gift processing preferred.

Application Process:
Please apply through Gordon-Conwell’s Career Center available here: https://www.gordonconwell.edu/employment/

Please include these documents in either Microsoft Word or PDF formats:
• A cover letter addressed to Joseph Kim, Senior Director of Development, explaining your interest in the position.
• A formal CV that includes the names of at least three references required.

No hard copy materials, please. Opportunities to interview will be made available at the search committee’s initiative. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Community Organizer, Full-Time, Merrimack Valley Project

By sthalum February 8th, 2026 in Job Postings

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1989, Merrimack Valley Project is a multi-faith, multi-racial community organization focused on organizing leaders and campaigns for racial, social and economic justice in the Merrimack Valley and beyond. Most recently, these have included preventing the closure of Holy Family Hospitals in Haverhill and Methuen while protecting over 1,600+ jobs, and playing a critical role in successful statewide campaigns to increase the state minimum wage, protecting rideshare drivers, and winning passage of a Domestic Workers Bill of Rights.
Today, MVP has grown to over 35+ member groups across the region. MVP places a strong emphasis on developing the capacity of faith communities to act on their commitments to social justice, and is part of a growing faith-and-values-based organizing movement in America. We are affiliated statewide and nationally with Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) and Faith in Action.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Merrimack Valley Project is looking to hire a Community Organizer who is ready to build lasting people power and the movement. Working with new and existing organizing teams, the Community Organizer will develop community members to become extraordinary agents of change in their community, identifying grassroots members with an appetite for leadership. We are looking for someone who is not satisfied with the status quo, who is ready to develop Merrimack Valley leaders to vision and build the world as it should be and will strive continuously to learn more, to be in deeper relationships to move us toward social, racial and economic justice.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Congregational and Community Leadership Development –

Build 3-4 strong organizing teams, one being an organizational core strategy team, with 8 to 15 leaders on each team
Build relationships with new and existing community leaders through intentional 1:1’s (12-15+ per week) and short check-ins on a weekly basis
Organize for and prepare agendas, materials and relevant research for organizing committee meetings, actions and 1:1s
Organize at least 1-3 actions per year with their committees
Have a leadership development plan for your leaders and organizing committees
Support organizing and the preparation for organization-wide priority actions, fundraisers and events
Support and build out coalition work that is in alignment with MVP’s vision

Structural Development –

Lead organization wide trainings and create training materials
Attend and actively participate in weekly Staff-Meetings/Staff Development, strategic planning meetings, facilitating meeting where needed
Attend and actively participate in our state, Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN), and national, Faith in Action (FIA), organizations including attending staff meetings, trainings, retreats or events when appropriate

Fundraising, Data and Administrative –

Support the research and grant writing process (1-2 grants/per month)
Invite leaders and community members to become donors and/or monthly sustainers
Build relationships with and set meetings with funders
Provide written content for quarterly newsletter as needed; coordinating with and collecting written material from leaders organizing committees
Create, prepare and print materials for training sessions, printing handouts, technology and room set-up, prep flipcharts, etc.
Help maintain outreach, event and leadership development data lists up to date working with Office Manager using internal systems and database

Other –
Meet weekly with the Executive Director for one-on-one coaching, development, supervision, and project support
Prepare a weekly staff report and quarterly work plan
Respond daily to emails, phone calls or text messages
Hold and document a knowledge of the issues, challenges, history and political environment of Merrimack Valley communities
Develop and document a power analysis of the political, economic and religious leaders and structures of Merrimack Valley communities
Attend city, community and coalition meetings when relevant to the work
Support recruitment of institutional members to join MVP

QUALIFICATIONS:
Commitment to social justice and the mission
High level of consciousness and/or a willingness to learn and engage in conversations around race, class, gender, and faith/spirituality
At least three to four years of experience as a community organizer, with an openness to being coached and developed further
Experience as a trainer preferred
Strong communication skills
Self-motivation, detail-oriented, able to take initiative and ownership of projects, and able to provide creative and strategic feedback in the planning process
Relational working style - ability to listen well, collaborate, coach effectively and be open to coaching for further development
Frequent evening (minimum 2 nights per week) and occasional weekend work required, especially during peak organizing periods
Must have reliable transportation to travel to 1:1s, events, trainings, and other events as necessary
Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Drive, etc.)
Spanish proficiency preferred
Must be able to thrive within a work environment that changes regularly according to community needs.

SALARY & BENEFITS: $55,000-$60,000, commensurate with experience. We offer competitive benefits including generous health, dental, and vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 sick days, paid holidays, and extended office closures (including Christmas–New Year’s). Additional benefits include personal/wellness leave, a work cell phone, professional development assistance, travel reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement.

MVP is also exploring adding a 401(k) and sabbatical policy.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter here outlining your interest in community organizing and why you'd be a great fit for the Merrimack Valley Project If you encounter any technical difficulties with the submission form, please notify us at HR@merrimackvalleyproject.org.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Merrimack Valley Project provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Merrimack Valley Project complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Merrimack Valley Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

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Installed Pastor, Full Time, Eliot Presbyterian Church

By sthalum February 1st, 2026 in Job Postings

Eliot Church is a diverse community of followers of Jesus Christ, working together to share God's love. Our 98 members include people from Cambodia, Ghana, Liberia, Cameroon, Taiwan, and Brazil, as well as people born in the US. We are an urban church near downtown Lowell, Mass; our primary outreach ministry is a Day Center for homeless individuals.

Responsibilities
The Pastor of Eliot Church will be responsible for the five areas of church life listed below. The pastor may choose to take on additional tasks, but generally Eliot Church hopes that its members will share in the work of the church, not asking the pastor to do everything.
1. Worship: The pastor will be responsible for planning the worship services and preaching, teaching the word of God.
2. Spiritual care: The pastor will have office hours when people can come with spiritual concerns. The pastor will support people in the congregation in times of need, offering their presence, prayer, and love. At times of emergency, the pastor may be called on outside of their regular working hours.
3. Prayer and Bible study: The pastor will foster the prayer life of the congregation and ensure that there are opportunities for all to participate in Bible study.
4. Vision for ministry: The pastor will develop a vision for the ministry of Eliot Church, both within the congregation and in outreach to our neighbors. The pastor will focus on the big picture and engage staff and church members in carrying out the ministry.
5. Leadership development: The pastor will serve as head of staff, guiding and encouraging church employees, including our Cambodian Chaplains, church workers, and Day Center staff. The pastor will also guide and train church leaders, including Elders, Deacons, and committee chairs.

Minimum effective salary: $49,465

Gifts and skills desired
Eliot Church is looking for a pastor first of all who will be our spiritual leader and Bible teacher, a person with deep faith. We are looking for a person who will care deeply about the congregation as well as our building and its surroundings.
Experience interacting with diverse people would be most helpful, but an openness to diversity and a desire to get to know a variety of people will suffice. The pastor of Eliot Church will need to be comfortable with human interaction within a wide variety of situations, from the Sanctuary to the street.
Eliot Church is not a picturesque New England church; we need a pastor whose preference is to work in an urban setting.
Other skills that would be helpful are the ability to communicate effectively, including through the use of technology; strong organizational skills; and experience with management, including focusing on a clear mission, overseeing staff, and developing and implementing policies for a ministry such as our Day Center.
Fluency in more than one language would also be a plus.

To apply, please send your resume and statement of faith by email to pnc2025@eliotlowell.org.

To be considered for this position, a person must be ordained in the PCUSA or in one of our Formula Partners: Reformed Church in America, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and the United Church of Christ.

To learn more about Eliot Church, please visit our website: www.eliotlowell.org.

Director for Environmental Justice, The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) of The United Methodist Church

By sthalum February 1st, 2026 in Job Postings

The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) of The United Methodist Church announces a search and invites applications for the Director for Environmental Justice position. GBCS seeks a highly skilled and strategic professional to lead its Environmental Justice advocacy portfolio and programmatic team. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience in legislative advocacy, program leadership, and team management, along with a deep commitment to advancing environmental justice grounded in the Social Principles of The United Methodist Church.

The Director for Environmental Justice is responsible for developing and implementing legislative advocacy strategies and programmatic initiatives in support of identified agency priorities. This role oversees program staff and represents United Methodist positions with the United States Government, the United Nations, and other policy and decision-making bodies. The Director works closely with the GBCS United Nations office, other United Methodist entities, and ecumenical and interfaith partners on matters related to environmental justice.

The deadline to apply is February 23, 2026. Interested candidates can apply directly via the following link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/D1480D095DBE6D0E1F04AE613118A027/jobs/398976

The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) of The United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact William Parker, Human Resources Support Specialist, at 615-208-3683.

William Parker (he/him)

HR Support Specialist

General Council on Finance and Administration

Phone: 615-208-3683

Physical Address: 1908 Grand Ave, Nashville, TN 37212

Mailing Address: PO Box 340029, Nashville, TN 37203-0029

Web: www.umcsupport.org

Email: wparker@gcfa.org

Director of Music, Part Time, Union Church in Waban: Waban, MA

By sthalum January 25th, 2026 in Job Postings

Director of Music
The Union Church in Waban, 14 Collins Road, Newton MA 02468
The Union Church in Waban seeks a skilled and enthusiastic Director of Music for 15-20 hours a week, from September through June each year (the church does not hold formal worship services in July and August). Start date is flexible but no later than September 1, 2026.
The Director of Music directs an adult choir with occasional handbell accompaniment, and plays organ and piano for weekly 10am Sunday worship services, along with 3-5 special worship services throughout the year (e.g., Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday and Maundy Thursday).
Successful candidates will be proficient on piano and organ, experienced directing a choir with varying proficiencies in voice and reading music, and eager to explore new opportunities working with a team to sustain and enhance the worship life of our congregation. Experience with an eclectic range of sacred music is desirable.
Compensation base is $25,000 per year and may be increased depending on experience.
We are a small and vibrant suburban interdenominational church affiliated with the United Church of Christ and American Baptist Churches. We are inclusive, intergenerational, outreach- and mission-minded. The Union Church in Waban is easily accessible on public transportation. Contact James Cooke, Music Search Committee Co-Chair @ james.l.cooke@gmail.com for further information or to apply. We invite interested candidates to submit a cover letter, resume, and any sound or video recordings of performance to James Cooke at the email address above. Please be prepared to provide three professional references if selected for an interview.
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Summer Minister, Church of Christ: Mount Washington, MA

By sthalum January 25th, 2026 in Job Postings

Summer Minister 
The Church of Christ in Mount Washington, Massachusetts, seeks a summer minister for the ten-weeks between
Saturday. July 4 - Sunday September 6, 2026.
Candidates may be a divinity student or an ordained minister. If the minister is not yet ordained, a retired minister in our congregation will assist in offering Communion (on the final Sunday of the season) or any other sacraments, as needed. 
Responsibilities:
Plan and lead the church worship service every Sunday, including giving an original sermon that speaks to the needs of our community. 
Collaborate with organist to choose weekly hymns and music program.
In consultation with the deacons, initiate and implement activities such as a book group, Bible study group, Interfaith Worship Service and Community Memorial Service.
Get to know the members of our community, especially by visiting people in need.
Participate in the Sunday afternoon church/community softball games and the annual Church Fair, Sat. August 1st.
Help further our goal of bringing people together and strengthening a sense of community. 

Our Community: We are a U.C.C.-affiliated Church with roots in the mainline Protestant Congregationalist tradition. Our style of worship is influenced by the Congregationalist tradition but we actively explore other forms of worship and include modern adaptations, such as poetry and philosophical readings. We are the only church in town and our 30-50 church members come from a variety of Christian denominations, including Congregationalist, Presbyterian, Quaker and Roman Catholic. Church members come from all religions and secular backgrounds. In addition, there is an active group of non-member ‘Friends of the Church.’ One of the smallest towns in Massachusetts, Mt. Washington sits in a mountain saddle in the Berkshires under the second highest peak in the region and is surrounded by state parks and forests. 

Time: 20+ hours/week.
Salary: $8,000 (equals $800 a week for ten weeks).
Housing: Local/regional accommodations will be provided, unless the minister already lives in the area (in which case mileage costs will be provided according to the current federal rate).
Requirements: Candidates must be willing to submit to a criminal background check; current ministry ethical boundary training is required by the beginning of July.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026, or until position is filled.
Submit resume and cover letter to: admin@churchofchristmtwashington.org

Alison Austin, Head Deacon, Elizabeth Nash, and Carol Green, Deacons

Physical Address: 428 East Street, Mt Washington,  Massachusetts, 01258 Website churchofchristmtwashington.org Mailing Address: P.O. Box 695, South Egremont, Massachusetts, 01258 admin@churchofchristmtwashington.org

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Director of Music, Part Time, Church of Our Saviour: Arlington, MA

By sthalum January 25th, 2026 in Job Postings

Job Posting
Director of Music

21 Marathon Street Arlington, MA 02474
OurChurchCircle.org
September 17, 2025

Church of Our Saviour is a small, vibrant Episcopal church with about 30-40 people on a Sunday. Theologically progressive and attuned to social justice, we have an active ministry with children. Our 10 a.m. Rite II Eucharist draws not only on the 1982 Episcopal hymnal, but also on all other collections published by the Episcopal church in the last 30 years, and also music from the Iona community and many other sources. Our monthly intergenerational service and other special services include music that is appropriate for all ages to sing together. We use both piano and organ for worship and encourage the participation of musical members of all ages.

The people of Church of Our Saviour are tech savvy and open to new ideas. The parish is full of creativity, expressed in the visual arts, science, and singing. Diversity in the congregation is valued, and there are a number of LGBTQ+, interfaith, neurodiverse, and multiracial households. Faith is rich and real.

We are searching for a Director of Music qualified to lead and choose music of varying styles and able to work with musicians of varying abilities, so that our worship reflects the diversity, spirituality, and creativity of our community. Important qualifications include:

Creative and innovative spirit with an interest in integrating technology to enhance musical worship (e.g., digital organ, remote worship). Must be comfortable being recorded and streamed using platforms like Zoom and YouTube.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with the rector, staff, pick-up choir members, and congregation
Strong organizational abilities, particularly in cataloging and maintaining our sheet music library and coordinating musical resources
Efficient time management skills for balancing rehearsals, worship services, special events, and administrative responsibilities
Compensation is dependent on the education and experience level of the successful applicant. The ideal candidate will be flexible, able to direct a small pick-up choir (3-5 persons on a given Sunday), and interested in planning music collaboratively with the Rector and Lay Minister for Christian Formation, both of whom have sung outside the parish. Knowledge of Episcopal liturgy and music would be helpful.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to hiring-committee@church-of-our-saviour.org.

The Director of Music provides the following services and abides by the following duties and responsibilities:
1) The Director is responsible for planning and implementing the church’s music program, directly accountable to and under the supervision of the Rector of the Parish in accord with the canons of The Episcopal Church.
2) The Director provides piano, organ, or other suitable instrumental music for the regularly scheduled Sunday morning worship services for the twelve-month calendar year. This is generally the 10am Sunday service, plus playing the piano at a once-a-month 30-minute Eucharist oriented to Toddlers and their families. The Director also provides for special services during the calendar year, including, but not necessarily limited to, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, The Great Vigil of Easter, and any other special services as agreed upon by the Rector and the Director.
3) While we do not currently have a formal choir, the Director is encouraged to form, direct, and accompany a pick-up choir several times throughout the year for special worship services, with the potential of more regular singing in the future. On these days, rehearsals would typically take place 30-45 minutes before the service. As appropriate and available, the Director provides opportunities for soloists, instrumentalists, and singers of all ages to participate in the music program. As necessary, the Director is available to accompany such supplemental musicians. The Director also has discretion within the available music budget and with approval of the Rector to employ professional or semi-professional musicians for 1-2 special services a year.
4) In collaboration with the Rector (and for intergenerational services, the Lay Minister for Christian Formation), the Director of Music selects hymns, responses, canticles, and other music for use during weekly services; all selections, however, are subject to the final approval of the Rector.
5) The Director oversees the condition and maintenance of all musical instruments owned or employed by the parish (currently 2 pianos and a Hauptwerk organ) and has authority to enter into contracts and other service obligations to meet such ends, provided all such contracts and obligations comply with the available resources budgeted for such purposes.
6) The Director has primary responsibility for the selection and ordering of new or supplemental choral and instrumental music and shall enter into contracts and obligations to such ends, provided all such contracts and obligations comply with the available resources budgeted for such purposes.
7) The Director abides by copyright laws by reporting hymn use in a timely manner to our licensing agency.
8) When on vacation or otherwise absent, the Director shall arrange for appropriate substitute musicians unless other suitable arrangements have been made and approved in consultation with the Rector.
9) The Director meets regularly with the Rector and the Liturgy Committee to plan liturgy and worship.
10) The Director plays for occasional weddings and funerals as needed or finds a substitute as needed. (Weddings and funerals are paid for by the families and provide additional compensation.)

Average Contact Hours (in church, performing, or rehearsing with other musicians): 3 hours per week. Average estimated hours per week for planning, administration, preparation, and practicing: 7-9 hours
Total hours estimated for the position: 10-12 hours per week. Vacation Days and Sick Days are by contract, generally 4 vacation Sundays in each year and 2 Sick Days. Compensation is in the $14,000-15,000 range, depending on the education and experience level of the successful applicant.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to the Rector, Malia Crawford, at hiring-committee@church-of-our-saviour.org. Candidates without a cover letter and resume will not be considered.

Statement of Non-Discrimination
As a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, Church of Our Saviour does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs and activities on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. The church complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

Additional Information

https://www.church-of-our-saviour.org/

Associate Chaplain for Christian and Interfaith Life, Part Time, Carleton College, Office of the Chaplain: Northfield, MN

By sthalum January 25th, 2026 in Job Postings

Job Title: Associate Chaplain for Christian and Interfaith Life
Department: Office of the Chaplain
Classification: Exempt
Grade: 13
FTE/Working Schedule: 0.50 FTE over 12 months

Position Overview:
The Associate Chaplain for Christian and Interfaith Life provides religious, programmatic, counseling, and educational support for members of the Christian community at Carleton College.
Carleton is seeking a Christian leader who will promote interfaith life for all on campus, contributing to its on-going strength and development by serving as: a religious leader, community builder, educator, supervisor, and program coordinator for religion and spirituality. Chaplains work collaboratively, with students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and members of the wider community.
The Associate Chaplain for Christian and Interfaith Life is a part-time, average 20 hours per week, year-round, benefit eligible position.

Compensation:
The expected starting salary range for this position is between $43,100 and $44,500. The salary range has been prorated based on the part-time nature of this position. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

Department Overview:
The role of the Carleton Chaplaincy is to help deepen the spiritual and ethical life of the campus. We provide students, faculty, and staff with opportunities to explore the integral relationship between faith and learning, connecting the work of the mind with the heart and soul. We serve people of all faiths as well as those exploring spirituality in their lives.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
Plan and help lead Christian holidays and services, religious and cultural events, while working closely with the other chaplaincy staff, Christian groups on campus, and individual Carleton faculty, staff, and students.
Advise Christian student and employee religious groups, helping them plan for events, programs, or worship.
Initiate programs and events for the nurture and education of the Christian community and the campus at large.
Work collaboratively with campus constituencies in advocating for the needs of students who identify as religious and help to implement appropriate supports including coordination with dining services, residence life, and other departments and individuals.
Supervise the Christian Interest House and the House Manager, helping to coordinate applications and programming.
Participate in Carls for Religious Understanding (CRU), a biweekly interfaith dialogue student group.
Nurture positive relationships between the College and local communities of faith.
Counsel and support Christian students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumni.
Respond to emergencies as needed, including hospital visits.
Contribute to the chapel’s role as “Conscience of the College,” informed by values of inclusion, equity, and community.

Additional Job Responsibilities: In consultation with the College Chaplain, additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Describe Supervision Received and Exercised:
Meet regularly with the College Chaplain to assess and plan.
Meet regularly with the Christian Chaplain's Associates (student peer leaders), Christian House Manager, and the Christian student leadership to assess and plan.

Required Education/Experience/Skills (supported by job duties):
Master's degree in a relevant field, or in the process of acquiring a master’s degree in a related field.
Ordination preferred, but not required.
Professional experience relating to chaplaincy, religious work, or work with young adults.
Demonstrated aptitude for dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Familiarity with a diverse higher education environment and with developmental issues of young adults.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Experience working within interfaith and multifaith contexts.
Ability to work positively with those in the college community regardless of a person’s race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, caste, sex, national origin, marital status, veteran status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status with regard to public assistance, documentation status, disability, or age.
Schedule flexibility to allow for evening or weekend hours.

Must have the ability to understand and follow written and oral work instructions, operations, safety procedures, and hazardous labels.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the hire is complete. We accept only online applications.

Carleton College is an AA/EEO Employer: We are committed to developing our staff to better reflect the diversity of our student body and American society. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Carleton also offers a robust suite of benefits including: A generous 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer contribution and 2% employee contribution. Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Paid time-off, including 25 annual leave days, 8 paid holidays, and extra days at the end of the calendar year to make a continuous week off before New Year’s. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees. A dependent tuition program after six years of service.

Founded in 1866, Carleton College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college of roughly 2,000 students located in the historic river town of Northfield, Minnesota. Carleton College occupies more than 1,000 scenic acres of campus, arboretum, over 100 campus buildings, and athletic fields. Located 40 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Carleton offers access to the cultural advantages of a major metropolitan area.

Additional Information

Please explore the job posting and the application at the link below. Thank you for considering applying!

https://carleton.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CarletonCareers/details/Associate-Chaplain-for-Christian-and-Interfaith-Life_R-01367?jobFamilyGroup=e4c1fd5caef9100db08cb28d848b0000