Position: Mere Christianity Forum, a campus ministry serving Furman University in Greenville, SC, seeks a full-time or three quarter time Director of Collegiate Ministries, or Assistant Director, whose primary responsibilities are programming, pastoral care, and outreach.

Organization: Mere Christianity Forum is a largely student-let ministry that works both collaboratively and ecumenically to foster the thoughtful exploration of Christian faith through conversation and community. MCF offers a variety of campus programs that cultivate unique "third space engagement" for students, faculty, and others for Christian intellectual inquiry; service opportunities connecting students to Greenville based community ministries; and experiences in Christian hospitality and residential Christian community at Vista House, MCF's off-campus hospitality space. The organization aims to serve seekers, skeptics and the deeply faithful, and support the discernment and discovery of Christian faith students and other live into with deep integrity.

Core Competencies:  MCF's director of Collegiate Ministries is a self-starter with a high level of energy and pastoral gis. S/he is both professional and relational: demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail; and has a keen ability to follow through with multiples concurrent projects while operating with a team of mentality managing student and adult volunteers. Theological training preferred- either academic or experiential/contextual or being in the ordination process preferred. Nonprofit and fundraising experience preferred. Proficiency in computing, desktop publishing, database management, and social media skills necessary. This position requires a high aptitude for interaction and adaptability.

Description:  The Director of Collegiate Ministries works in partnership with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and the Student Board to accomplish the strategic actions necessary for effective ministry in the areas of:
     1. Pastoral Encouragement ( 25%)- Cultivating Christian discipleship and mentoring of students from a variety of faith and non-faith perspectives and backgrounds. Relating extraordinarily well to and between students, faculty, our Board of Directors, donors, and other staff to accomplish the goals of the organization.

     2. Programming   (40%)- Developing new programs and improving existing programs in collaboration with the Student Leadership Board. Cultivating opportunities for Furman undergraduates and our other constituents to thoughtfully explore the Christian faith. Offering and enhancing experiences of sacramental worship periodically.

      3. Development/Fundraising  (20%)- Development and leveraging of our existing donor database. Cultivating relationships with local churches/clergy, non-profits, community leaders, and alumni. Developing practices of relating to our donors and alumni as appropriate. Conducting grant research and writing to underwrite our programs and staffing as necessary to compliment the Director of Development/Operations.
 
        4. Organizational Administration/Sustainability  (15%)- Building systems of effective institutional practices through evaluation of previous experiences. Responsible for online presence of the organization, administration of programming finances, and general maintenance of Vista House.

Compensation and benefits:
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and education to be negotiated in accordance with the candidates. Personal fundraising required for full-time employment. ($49,000-60,000 depending on % of time and other factors.) MCF will provide housing in Vista House, salary, and other benefits.

Position open until filled.

More information go to www.faithreasontomfoolery.org

Submit resume and cover letter and the names/contact information for three references to:  heather@faithreasontomfoolery.org

DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The Executive Director or Director of Campus Ministry is a member of the division of Mission, Values and Inclusion, and actively models and integrates the College’s Dominican Catholic identity, as well as institutional mission, vision and values in programming, ministries, and services. The Executive Director reports to the Vice President for Mission, Values and Inclusion. 

The Executive Director or Director provides leadership and oversight for college-wide ministries and services, through which students, faculty and staff from the Catholic tradition, other religious denominations and non-religious denominations can develop a sense of service, contemplate their vocation in life, and articulate a faith-based response to today’s injustices. The Executive Director or Director provides opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to develop their ethical leadership, in order to find ways of creating a more just, compassionate and sustainable society. The Executive Director or Director will provide culturally responsive programming to serve a diverse student body, such as our Hispanic/Latinx, African American, Asian American and LGBTQ+ students. The title of Executive Director or Director will reflect the candidate’s experience, qualifications, credentials and expertise in the area of Campus Ministry.

Responsibilities:
● Oversee comprehensive Campus Ministry programming in the areas of faith, leadership formation and social justice
● Facilitate opportunities for spiritual and vocational development for Catholic students and students from other faith traditions
● Coordinate music for liturgies, particularly Sunday mass, by recruiting and assigning accompanist and song leader roles
● In partnership with Vice President, coordinate Advent and Lent reflection booklets for the College, extended community, and Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters
● In partnership with Vice President, coordinate prayer services and liturgies in the Chapel during the academic year
● Oversee, supervise, and evaluate Assistant Director of Campus Ministry, and any other support staff to provide support and guidance in completion of administrative tasks in support of Campus Ministry.
● Supervise Campus Ministry student scholarship recipients in leadership roles
● Recruit and provide ongoing training for Campus Ministry student leaders and work-studies
● Create opportunities for Campus Ministry student leaders to share their talents and gifts with others,and plan events both on- and off-campus (including teach-ins, activities, service, and group sessions)
● Plan, coordinate, and lead retreat programs for students
● Plan, coordinate and lead interfaith and interreligious ministry opportunities
● Plan, coordinate and lead culturally responsive ministries, such as “Lo Cotidiano – Hispanic ministry” and LGBTQ+ college ministry, within the context of cultural liberation
● Develop semester and academic year programming strategy, including calendar and marketing campaigns
● Plan, coordinate, and lead “Faith in Action” programming for students, such as community service, alternative breaks, and global outreach opportunities
● Assist Vice President in overseeing Saint Joseph Chapel
● Partner with MVI colleagues to develop and incorporate shared language, strategies and pedagogy that centers Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and anti-racism
● Contribute to advancing MVI area outcomes and articulating the link between DEI and Dominican Mission
● Manage and utilize Campus Ministry budget, office space, and supplies to support office ministries and events
● Serve on a number of college-wide committees, including the Task Force to Dismantle Racism, LGBTQ+ Advisory Committee, COR Advisory Committee, Dominican Mission Committee, etc.
● Work closely with the divisions of Student Development and Enrollment Management to represent and serve as a resource for Dominican spirituality. Participate in several events, such as Admitted Student days, Eagle Enrollment days, Transfer Student days, etc.
● Assist Vice President with institutional publications as needed, including Commencement liturgies,Emerald Club liturgy, Orientation liturgy, College Assemblies and Seminars, Dominican-focused celebrations and communal reflections responding to the needs of the times
● Assist with crisis intervention as needed, responding to pastoral care needs in outreach to/from colleagues
● Participate in biannual Dominican Colloquium
● Assist with student and mentor participation in Dominican College’s Preaching in Action conference, if needed
● Develop plan, in collaboration with Executive Director for Student Equity and Inclusion, to serve historically underrepresented students
● Coordinate Dominican Volunteers campus visit to promote post-graduate service/internship opportunities
● Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Necessary Education or Work Experience:
● Master’s degree required in Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, Practical Theology, PhD or DMin preferred in Theology, Practical theology, and Ministry
● 5 to 7 previous years of experience supporting and/or leading a campus ministry program or department
● Willingness to pastorally accompany our college community in living out our charism and our Dominican Catholic values of truth, justice, compassion, community, and partnership
● Actively engaged with Catholic social teaching principles, particularly recent additions to the tradition, such as Laudato Si and Fratelli Tutti
● Experience with implementing culturally responsive ministries (Hispanic college ministry, LGBTQ+ college ministry, etc.), with an emphasis of cultural liberation
Required Knowledge and Skills:
● Actively engaged Catholic within the College worship community and the larger Catholic community; liturgical coordination experience preferred
● Welcome, integrate and promote the College’s Dominican Catholic identity, mission, vision, and values
● Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
● Multicultural competency, leadership skills and ability to develop and foster relationship with a diverse student body
● Ability to facilitate dialogue with all faiths on campus and communicate effectively across the Edgewood College’s diverse student population
● Experience with young adult spiritual development in group settings as well as in one-on-one
● Program planning, organizational and administrative skills
● Authentic, effective interpersonal listening skills; ability to build trust and model our college’s motto: “Heart speaks to Heart”
● Availability to work Sundays, and flexibility for evening and weekend programming, and occasional weekend/weeklong travel with students, faculty, and staff
● Valid U.S. driver’s license to operate Edgewood College vehicles

Other Qualifications:
Edgewood College, a Catholic college sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students.
Candidates must demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women and racial and ethnic minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The selected candidate must actively support the mission of the College by working with faculty, staff and students to share in our core values - truth, compassion, justice, partnership, and community. 
Applications submitted by September 15, 2022 will receive first consideration.
To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and references to:

Edgewood College
Human Resources –EDCM
1000 Edgewood College Drive
Madison, WI 53711

E-mail: humanresources@edgewood.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Hiring Manager: Milton Javier Bravo
Email: MilBravo@edgewood.edu