Campus Coordinator

ARISE Campus Ministry – Campus Coordinator Position

Campus Coordinator Position Description

The Board of United College Ministries in Northern VA (Arise) seeks a Christ- centered, mission-minded team builder to be a presence on the campus of George Mason University. The Campus Coordinator will engage with students and lead ministry activities on campus. This is a full-time position at 35 non-standard hours (12 months, year-round) beginning as soon as possible. Please note that Arise is a reconciling ministry, and those who do not believe in the full inclusion and affirmation of all persons need not apply. To read more about our welcoming statement, please go to https://arisegmu.org/our-commitment-to-inclusion. We hope to fill this position by May 15, 2025.

Vision Statement ARISE Campus Ministry

The qualified candidate will live into our vision statement, which is the following: As Arise Campus Ministry, we believe in Jesus and thus welcome all, share God’s universal love, and compassionately live out our faith on campus and in the community.

Essential Character Traits

We are looking for a Christian Leader who is

• Accountable / Dependable

• Encourager

• Humble

• Flexible

• Learner/Listener

• Enthusiastic / Optimist

• Committed to Diversity

Essential Competencies

We are looking for a Spirit-filled disciple who demonstrates skills and/or formation in:

• Team building/developing

• Leadership development

• Teaching and discipling others

• Relationship building

• Advocacy and justice work

• Spiritual guidance

• Ecumenical mindset

Essential Education

• Completed Undergraduate degree in related field.

Experience

• Experience with young adults and campus ministry.

• Experience with Christian education or leadership.

Expectations

• Understanding or desire to understand other protestant denominations.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with students through leading life-groups, one-on-ones, and collaboration.

• Help establish and implement opportunities for students to grow in their Christian faith.

• Develop and implement programs to reach various students at GMU and NoVA Community College campuses.

• Develop and execute strategies that invite students into discipleship, mission, and worship.

• Attend and give regular reports to the Board at their meetings.

• Supply information promptly and accurately to the Director of Ministry Operations for their reporting.

• Other tasks as assigned by the Ministry Director.

Working Relationships:

The Campus Coordinator will work in close partnership with the Ministry Director. The Campus Coordinator will be expected to work at George Mason’s Fairfax campus, providing additional outreach to satellite campuses as needed. It is important to note that this position comes with the expectation of evening hours to connect with students. The position will require working at least 25 hours on campus (GMU Fairfax or satellite campuses) during the semester.

Compensation:

Annual salary begins at 40,000 based on experience, with paid time off and medical insurance reimbursement amount.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Application Question(s):

• Tell us about a time you worked with college-aged young adults.
• Tell us about your theology around the idea that all are welcome within a particular faith community?
• Tell us about a time you were a part of an innovative ministry idea or start-up.

Ability to Commute:

• Fairfax, VA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000