Campus Minister Lourdes University

Overview: Lourdes University, rooted in Catholic and Franciscan traditions, provides a values-centered education that enriches lives and advances academic excellence through the integration of the liberal arts and professional studies.  In support of this mission, Lourdes University nurtures a diverse community that supports students in fulfilling their potential, commits to the engagement of faith and reason inspired by our Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions, and provides a holistic, student-centered education rooted in the liberal arts. Offering bachelor and graduate degrees in the liberal arts and professional studies, Lourdes provides education and preparation for meaningful careers and lifelong learning and fosters personal integrity, ethical understanding, social responsibility, care for all of creation, and a commitment to community service. 
Lourdes University is seeking a Campus Minister. This position will assist the Director of Campus Ministry & Service Learning in designing and implementing programs that foster faith development and an awareness of social justice issues among the members of the Lourdes University community and that develop leadership skills among students. Programs will focus on prayer & reflection opportunities as well as community outreach.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee students and assist them with developing materials for Scripture sharing groups and prayer experiences.
• Assist in developing resources, planning and implementing retreat opportunities.
• Mentor student leaders with planning alternative break outreach projects, facilitate reflection experiences and evaluate the success in achieving the learning outcomes for the projects.
• Plan additional outreach opportunities with students and facilitate reflection experiences.
• Mentor Tau Scholar leaders to help them in developing leadership skills and assist with annual evaluations.
• Plan and offer opportunities for education on community needs and social justice issues.
• Maintain a presence on Campus Ministry’s social media platforms.
• Plan and guide discussion groups that educate on Catholic Christian beliefs and values, and possibly assist with RCIA education.
• Provide instruction to First Year Experience (FYE) students during the curricular component on Franciscan heritage and identity.
• Be available to meet with individual students who wish to discuss matters of personal faith and values.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with planning activities that foster a spirit of community among students, faculty & staff.
• Serve as an advisor for the campus ministry student organization.
• Compile annual reports on student participation in Campus Ministry activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to develop and sustain effective professional relationships.
• Teamwork orientation.
• Strong organizational and computer skills.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Desire to be actively involved with the campus community.
• A high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A practicing Roman Catholic, or possessing a high level of knowledge of the teachings and practices of the Roman Catholic faith.
• Respect for and understanding of other faith traditions and beliefs.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Pastoral experience or experience in coordinating service opportunities.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (all in MS Word or .pdf format only) to resume@lourdes.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

EOE