OLOL College Director of Campus Ministry
TSH Draft Job Description with RCC changes
12/19/2014
Director of Campus Ministry
Job Description
Position Title: Director of Campus Ministry Position Status
Full Time: 12 months
Reports to: Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management
FLSA Status: Exempt
General Summary: The Director of Campus Ministry reports to the VP for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. The Director is responsible for organizing a program of religious and spiritual outreach to the college community -- students, faculty, administration, trustees and staff. In addition, the Director is also responsible for reaching out to and forming ongoing relationships with the greater community including, but not limited to the Diocese of Baton Rouge, the College’s many community partner organizations throughout the greater Baton Rouge area, the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, and the family of services throughout the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. The Director is expected to articulate for the College administration the spiritual and religious needs of the community. The Director assists the community to formulate a response to those needs. This response will be collaborative and open to all departments on campus (both inside and outside of the classroom). All ministry programming will strive to call forth the community into active dialogue with the mission of the college thus aiding in the holistic education of each individual.
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. The Director will possess good listening skills and will be cognizant of and responsive to the needs of others. The Director will be capable of delegating tasks to other leaders and efficiently managing resources including an annual budget. Some personal experience in a pastoral or counseling role should be evident. The Director should be skilled in team formation and should be flexible and adaptive, always open to a growing and expanding the role for Campus Ministry.
The Director of Campus Ministry will develop and refine programs the purpose of which is to advance the Catholic Franciscan mission of the College. The Director will also research and pursue funding resources for such programs.
Functional Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities of the Director of Campus Ministry include but are not limited to the following:
1. Embrace and advance the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the College by insuring that, campus ministry programs are consistent with the mission and are implemented so as to achieve its goals.
2. Provide opportunities for community members, faculty staff and students to come together in an organized program of prayer, liturgy, and sacraments.
3. Make the Office of Campus Ministry and its programs visible to the student body. Personal availability and visibility to those seeking spiritual consolation, counseling or advice related to their role as participants in the mission of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady.
4. Identify and coordinate the talents of others interested in active ministry whether they be faculty, or students (peer ministry).
5. Create and support an inclusive, non-denominational participation plan for Campus Ministry programs.
6. Establish networks and communication with other local ministry programs including those at LSU, the Diocese of Baton Rouge and other faith-based organizations in the local area.
7. Draft and administer an annual budget for the Office of Campus Ministry.
8. Regularly communicate a sense of direction and organization for the office to the administration.
9. Under the direction of the VP for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, research and develop programs for which the key purpose is to advance the Catholic Franciscan mission of the College.
10. Under the direction of the VP for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, identify and pursue funding sources for mission enhancement programs.
11. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
· Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Theology, Ministry, or related area.
· Demonstrated experience in campus ministry and college student development
· Demonstrated experience with best practices in young adult and adult ministry programming and leadership
· Excellent collaborative leadership ability
· Understanding of and appreciation for faith development within both pre-professional and liberal arts higher education traditions
· A commitment to enhance the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the College
Working Conditions
· Occasional special events requiring some evenings and/or weekends
· Office environment
In order to apply, please send a resume to
Rebecca C. Cannon, M.Ed. | Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management
Our Lady of the Lake College
5414 Brittany Drive | Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 768-0810 (w) | (225) 768-1726 (f) |