Director Of Campus Ministry

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 facilitating 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.