Director of Spiritual Life - Bentley University

Director of Spiritual Life - Bentley University

This position is responsible for overseeing the spiritual and religious welfare of the diverse student body and the Bentley community. The Director will supervise a team of part-time chaplains and advisors, oversee the budgets, set the vision for the Center’s policies and programs, and steward the use of the Sacred Space and Upper Campus Prayer Room. Working collaboratively with numerous offices across campus, this position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Student Equity and Inclusion. Spiritual growth opportunities for specific religious communities, as well as interfaith engagement, reflection, and relationship building for the overall student population will be envisioned by the Director. The Director will promote a culture of belonging, responding to emerging needs of the campus community.

• Act as a spokesperson for the religious, spiritual and ethical issues of the community, working to build a strong pastoral presence with the student body. In particular, attend to the needs of all students, including those without a religious affiliation or conviction.
• Work with the various departments on campus, both within and outside Student Affairs to provide educational opportunities around issues of religious diversity, spirituality, and ethics to further the development of students.
• Provide personal support and counseling to students when appropriate.
• Work to develop and support the faith traditions on the campus and oversee the Spiritual Life Chaplains and Advisors assigned to religious groups on campus.
• Arrange for weekly services, or other regular sessions for students of different faiths.
• Plan and implement programs sponsored by the Center in response to the ritual and ceremonial needs of the campus, including memorial services, vigils, holidays, etc.
• Design and deliver Invocations at campus-wide ceremonies such as Convocation and Commencement, as well as other campus events as appropriate.

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Preferred Qualifications

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