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4/21/2022

Director of Religious and spiritual life,ithaca college, Ithaca, ny

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Provide administrative leadership, direction and oversight for the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life (ORSL). Ensure religious communities are contributing to the College's mission of inclusion and equity by affirming the openness and acceptance of all. Develop and lead interfaith sponsored programming and provide guidance for programs and activities sponsored by religious communities. Administer the budget and oversee expenditures for programs and operations implemented by ORSL. Provide counsel to students, faculty and staff. Develop and support inclusive religious and spiritual initiatives and capacity building as they relate to the overall well-being of the campus community. Bring a depth of understanding of religious spirituality, as well as spirituality, mindfulness and meaning making outside of faith traditions. Work in collaboration and partnership with members of Ithaca College and the local community.

Provide leadership and direction in managing the operations of the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life. Collaborate and partner with departments on campus to more fully integrate the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life with the rest of the campus community. Promote the programs and services offered, provide information and serve as resource to enhance awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the diversity of interests which are served by the department. Nurture the human spirit by inviting students to make meaning of themselves and the world.

Plan, develop and implement interfaith programs, activities, and services that affirm human dignity through presence and programming, engage students and enhance students' religious and spiritual life experience. Support students of all religious identities, ethical backgrounds, and worldviews to discover what they deeply believe, to find places of spiritual belonging, and to grow into the people they feel called to become. Implement and oversee interfaith dialogue, service, and learning opportunities. Serve as Chaplain to meet the religious and spiritual needs for underrepresented student populations.

Develop and implement a communication strategies and systems to ensure visibility of the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life programs. Design, develop and produce publicity materials for religious and spiritual life programs and services. Ensure appropriate design and maintenance of the Chapel web pages and publications.

Develop, demonstrate, and promote multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse and respectful College community. Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion as a college priority, communicate to employees an expectation of behavior that is civil and inclusive when interacting with all staff, faculty, students and visitors and promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment. Communicate to Chaplains and religious Board members the College's values and expectations related to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Identify opportunities for engagement in religious, spiritual and mindfulness frameworks and skills, identify any gaps in faith-based and non-sectarian spiritual well being support, and work to fill those gaps. Build capacity for students and the college in paradigms of meaning, purpose and centeredness.

Develop, administer and monitor SACL division budget allocations for the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life. Prepare and submit budget recommendations; monitor, verify, and oversee reconciliation of expenditure of budgeted funds for specific programs and services.

Provide financial oversight to the religious organizations to include monitoring financial operations and ensuring the annual SACL division ORSL operating payment is appropriate and based on need. Serve as the primary liaison with the Financial Services Office and the religious organizations.

Employ and maintain new methods of engagement with the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life for religious leaders and associates.

Plan, organize, and coordinate the office's annual Orientation events, Welcome Week Activities, and Study Break Programs.

Implement methods to assess the effectiveness of programs and services offered by the religious communities. Provide guidance regarding programs and services offered.

Oversee the maintenance of the Chapel facility and work with the Office of Planning, Design & Construction to make safety improvements and aesthetic enhancements to the Chapel. Serve as building liaison to the office of Environmental Health and Safety.

Serve as a liaison with Student Affairs and Campus Life and College administration for crisis management.

Develop and implement policies and procedures ensuring compliance with Ithaca College policies. Develop and present educational workshops for all members of the campus community. Meet with the leadership of student clubs and organizations, as well as other departments to communicate programs and service offered by the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life.

Continue to manage and monitor implementation of the ORSL MOU process with partner and affiliate organizations.
Master's degree in Religion, Theology, Ministry, Counseling or related field; proven ability to foster intragroup community amongst people of diverse backgrounds; experience in facilitating interfaith programming working with college students; commitment to religious pluralism and inclusion of/engagement with myriad faith and cultural identities and expressions; demonstrated commitment to student development, excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, budgetary literacy, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team; ability to cultivate an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment; ability to treat all people equitably and with a sensitivity and awareness to cultural difference; demonstrated ability to hold others accountable for behavior that is supportive of a community that is diverse and inclusive are required. Experience in or interest in grant writing is preferred.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional supervisory references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

About Us
At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of 6,500 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.

We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.

We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.

When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu

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4/11/2022

director of the wesley foundation/ senior pastor of wesley united methodist church, University of Illinois, urbana-champaign

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The Board of Trustees of The Wesley Foundation and the Staff Parish Relations Committee of Wesley United Methodist Church announce a search for the Director of The Wesley Foundation and Senior Pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church (UMC). In this role, the selected candidate will be chief executive officer of both The Wesley Foundation at the University of Illinois and Wesley United Methodist Church. The Director and Senior Pastor is responsible for coordinating the life of the campus ministry and congregation, communicating the vision and mission of the Foundation and Church, promoting the general interests of the Foundation and Church, conducting the day-to-day administration of the Foundation and Church, and organizing activities toward the strategic goals of the Foundation and Church.

The Wesley Foundation at the University of Illinois and Wesley United Methodist Church are geographically located at the heart of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Wesley UMC is a diverse, welcoming, and affirming congregation that offers individuals, students, couples, and families a place to belong. People of all ages from all over the world gather to worship, study, and serve together at Wesley UMC. The Wesley Foundation, the first incorporated Wesley Foundation in the world, is an inclusive and progressive United Methodist campus ministry of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference (IGRC) that provides spaces and opportunities for students, visiting scholars, and other members of the campus community to gather, connect, explore, and grow together. The Wesley Foundation has a proud tradition of developing young adults into leaders of church and society. The strategic goals of the Church and Foundation include: outreach to and ministry with the campus and local community; the use of online platforms and other creative methods to fulfill our vision and mission and to better connect students, alumni, and church members to the Wesley community; and the development of financial sustainability through endowment, annual fund, and capital project fundraising.

Essential Functions:
• Oversee the day-to-day administration, finances, and operations of the Foundation and Church.
• Actively engage and energize church members, students, board members, committee members, alumni, partnering organizations, funders, and other people in the community to, as our mission statement affirms, inspire students, transform lives, and enrich the world with Christ’s love.
• Participate fully in Foundation advancement and Church stewardship activities. Working with the Director of Advancement and Donor Relations, oversee the development of Foundation and Church fundraising strategies to include an endowment and occasional capital campaigns, as well as annual giving. This includes meeting alumni groups and communicating the vision and goals of these campaigns through written, electronic, and social media platforms.
• Oversee and resource ongoing activities and special events for the Church. Serve as the staff lead for a variety of administrative committees and programmatic work areas, including Worship, and Social Action and Missions, by attending committee meetings and participating in the work of these groups.
• Oversee and resource ongoing activities and special events for the Foundation, including alumni reunions.
• Serve as the staff lead for a variety of administrative and programmatic committees, including Personnel, Finance, Investment, and Advancement.
• Facilitate weekly leadership team meetings for planning and implementing worship, communications, and other programs.
• Prepare and present reports to quarterly meetings of the Foundation Board of Trustees and attend all meetings of the Board of Trustees.
• Oversee management of the buildings and grounds for the Foundation and build positive relationships with lessees. Meet occasionally with lessees to discuss building usage, maintenance, parking permits, and rental agreements.
• Promote campus ministry in the annual conference and participate in all meetings and activities of the IGRC Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministry.
• Build collegial and cooperative relationships with campus ministers and chaplains in the annual conference, the Religious Workers Association, and in the Inclusive Campus Ministries Collective at the University of Illinois.
• Provide pastoral care in crisis situations, including at hospitals and care facilities.
• Provide supervision and management for primary staff, including recruiting and employing staff that supports the mission, vision, and needs of the Church and/or Foundation.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church.
• Five to seven years of proven successful administrative leadership in a church and/or academic setting.
• Five to seven years of demonstrated capacity in employee supervision, financial acumen, and management of physical properties.
• Demonstrated experience in successful fundraising and funds development. • Demonstrated ability to build relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience working in collaboration with diverse populations and cultures in an economically diverse community. Familiarity with contemporary social concerns, including food insecurity, immigration, mental health, and social justice.
• Proven effective in communicating to diverse audiences and communicating vision, mission, the Gospel, and fundraising appeals through narratives.
• Excellent written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to organize, multitask, and work self-sufficiently in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability in visionary and strategic leadership.
• Utilizes current research and continuing education to inform work and ministry.
• Experience with online ministry and social media platforms.
• Experience in ecumenical practices.
• Experience in connecting with young adults.
• Excellence in creative preaching with demonstrated awareness and fluency in diverse styles of liturgy and music in traditional and contemporary worship.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of United Methodist Church structure and polity.
• Knowledge of and/or experiences with the United Methodist Church’s general boards and agencies, or other officially recognized entities.
• Willingness to travel.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proven success with endowment and capital campaigns.
• Experience with young adults in a collegiate setting.
• Ability to creatively connect and engage with persons in the community not currently connected with a faith community.

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@gcfa.org
Closing Date: Friday, May 6, 2022

Wesley UMC and Wesley Foundation are Equal Opportunity Employers and actively seek and encourage 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.

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