Campus Minister

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic, Lasallian institution of higher learning that embraces all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of Manhattan College is to provide a contemporary educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. The College pursues this mission through programs integrating a broad liberal arts education with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences or professional preparation in business, education, and engineering. Manhattan College is seeking a Campus Minister to join the campus ministry team. This position reports to the Executive Director of Campus Ministry and Social Action with responsibilities that include planning, coordinating, and implementing the campus retreat program, RCIA program, Agape Latte and other lecture series, collaborating with religious figures from varying faith traditions, and supervising student work study students. Successful candidates will be interested in joining a team committed to supporting young adults and members of the Manhattan College community as they live out their faith. Candidates will have strong relationship building skills and experience in building strong relationships with other offices on campus.

A bachelor’s degree in theology, religious studies, religious education, or peace studies is preferred, as well as experience in collegiate Campus Ministry or a related field. The candidate must be highly motivated, creative, and committed to Catholic, Lasallian higher education. Candidates will have demonstrated an ability to effectively engage young adults and communicate the Catholic faith tradition in a collaborative environment. Desirable candidates will have the experience and ability to develop religious literacy and have fluency in diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. They should possess exceptional interpersonal skills and enthusiasm.


Responsibilities:

· Oversee the LIFT retreats.

· Oversee all programmatic elements including communication, financial, travel etc.

· Recruit, select, train, develop and supervise student leaders.

· Oversee recruitment, selection, training, education, and development of student participants.

· Facilitate all spiritual and educational elements of program such as post-experience prayer and reflection.

· Oversee, plan, and/or assist with the RCIA’s programmatic delivery.

· Oversee and/or assist with various special CMSA projects:

· Seasonal programs (i.e. charity collections), speakers, Agape Latte, Mission Month, post-graduate volunteer fair, tabling events

· Prayer gatherings

· Transportation vehicles

· Act as a bridge with religious personnel from other faith traditions who work on campus

· Participate regularly in the worship life of the college

· Engage in discussions regarding the vision and priorities of Campus Ministry

· Engage in events and programmatic planning that will enhance the Lasallian, Catholic nature of our campus

· Attend staff meetings

· Coordinate marketing for campus ministry activities (i.e. newsletter, fliers, social media)

· Attend professional gatherings (i.e. Lasallian Formation programming, etc.)

· Represent Campus Ministry at college functions, committees and activities as requested by the Director.

· Confer regularly with the Executive Director, other department staff and other College personnel to plan, coordinate and evaluate activities/projects/programs, exchange information, investigate and resolve problems.

· Maintain records and prepare reports pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility. This includes a regularly updated legacy/succession report.

· Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Provided:

Administrative and functional supervision of student work study students and graduate assistants

Supervision Received:

All supervision is received from the Executive Director of Campus Ministry and Social Action

A completed application, cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references are required in order to be considered for this position.


Requirements:

· Bachelor’s Degree required

· Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing who loves and is knowledgeable about CIT, CSJT, and Lasallian charism

· Education and/or experience in pastoral ministry, spirituality, social justice, or a closely related field

· Capacity for developing and sustaining effective relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and students as well as a variety of off-campus community partners

· Candidate should be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and handle multiple, ongoing projects simultaneously

· Excellent written and verbal skills

· Excellent working knowledge of social media and marketing

· Excellent computer skills especially in Microsoft Office and Google Drive

· Valid US Driver’s license

· Will require some weekend work

Job Location: Bronx, NY

10-month position. Salary Range $50,000 – $55,000 (based on 10 months)

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic coeducational institution in the Lasallian tradition. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and positively contribute. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a college with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V