Director of Campus Ministries

Director of Campus Ministries

As a United Methodist-related institution, Kentucky Wesleyan College strives to be an open and

welcoming community for students of all faith traditions. The Director of Campus Ministries is

responsible for cultivating the campus’s spiritual life by developing programs and opportunities
that celebrate God’s presence, nurture spiritual growth, and serve the community. This is a full-
time position that provides leadership in worship, pastoral care, and service initiatives, ensuring

that students, faculty, and staff are supported in their spiritual development.

Major Responsibilities

• Serve as pastor to students and the broader campus community, offering guidance and

• Plan and lead diverse campus religious life activities, including chapel services, Bible

• Provide support to students who feel called to ministry, equipping them with resources

• Oversee, mentor, and collaborate with student-led religious affiliation groups to foster

• Organize opportunities for mission and service—locally, nationally, and

• Partner with Student Life and other departments to coordinate community service

• Serve as a liaison between Kentucky Wesleyan College and local congregations, with an

• Build and maintain relationships with pastors, church leaders, and local churches to

• Collaborate with Admissions staff to highlight spiritual life opportunities during campus

• Supervise Campus Ministries Staff and student workers, fostering professional growth

• Work with the College’s External Relations team to seek funding for ministry initiatives,

• Submit all necessary reports and proposals related to campus ministry activities (e.g.,

Additional Requirements

• Required to work occasional evenings and weekends to support campus events and

• Required to travel periodically to visit local congregations, conferences, and other

Required Qualifications

• Master of Divinity Degree (M-Div) from a theological seminary accredited by the

• Designation as Local Pastor, or ordination as an elder or deacon in The United Methodist

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a pastoral heart and a capacity to

• Strong organizational and leadership abilities, capable of overseeing multiple programs

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in campus ministry, youth ministry, or similar pastoral roles.
• Proven record of successful program development and community outreach.
• Experience working in or with The United Methodist Church at the conference or local

church level.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the following:

• Insurance – health, dental, vision, supplemental
• Life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Paid time off – 21 days per year
• Paid holidays – 20 days per year
• Retirement plan
• Free tuition at KWC after one year plus tuition arrangements with hundreds of other

colleges and universities

• As Kentucky Wesleyan is a not-for-profit institution, employees may be eligible for loan

Education, as applicable.

This is an exempt position paid on a salary basis. The position description provides an overview

of the level of work to be performed by an employee in this position and does not constitute a

contract of employment. This is not a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or

qualifications, as the College reserves the right to change the description at any time.

Application Process

To apply, please complete the online application at https://kwc.edu/application-for-employment/.

As part of the online application, please attach a file that contains a cover letter, current resume,

and contact information for three professional references, along with your salary expectations.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. An official transcript for the highest

degree awarded will be required of the hired candidate, as will a background check. The College

is not able to sponsor applicants for work visas.

Kentucky Wesleyan College is an equal opportunity employer and remains committed to

attracting qualified candidates looking to be part of a growing and successful higher educational

organization.

Additional Information

About Kentucky Wesleyan College

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the vibrant

city of Owensboro. A United Methodist-related college founded in 1858, Wesleyan is known for

excellence in academics and a superior residential experience. Kentucky Wesleyan College has

been consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Colleges in

the South and one of the Top Performers in Social Mobility in the South. The Princeton Review

has also recognized KWC as a “Best in the Southeast” college for several consecutive years.

Kentucky Wesleyan students can choose from 29 majors and 13 pre-professional programs.

Classes have a 13-to-1 student-faculty ratio, and 88 percent of the faculty have a Ph.D. or

terminal degree. The College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Commission on Colleges.

The Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers compete in NCAA Division II and are charter members of the

Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Athletic teams include baseball, basketball, football, golf,

soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, and wrestling.

The College employs approximately 200 faculty and staff who work together on a single

campus. Kentucky Wesleyan provides a challenging and supportive academic experience for

students and a positive and stimulating work environment for employees.

A hallmark of the Kentucky Wesleyan experience includes “The Wesleyan Way” which guides
our community:

• We do everything with honor.
• We always support each other.
• We will compete with integrity.
• We love each other in Christ.

Kentucky Wesleyan College values the unique contributions of all members of our campus

community. As part of our mission to prepare future leaders intellectually, spiritually, and

physically, we strive to provide an atmosphere that encourages and challenges all members of

the Kentucky Wesleyan College campus community to exhibit an understanding and

appreciation of cultural and human differences. We are committed to being a community that

reflects the diversity of our larger society. We expect all members of our institution to actively

create and maintain an inclusive learning and living environment that embraces diversity in all

forms, including race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, socio-economic status, national origin,

sexual orientation, disability, religion, and thought.

About Owensboro, KY

Kentucky Wesleyan College is located in the hospitable city of Owensboro, Kentucky, a vibrant,

beautiful, and safe city nestled on the banks of the Ohio River. Owensboro is small enough to

promote a hometown atmosphere yet large enough to support many amenities usually only

available in much larger cities. Daviess County is home to 110,000 residents and is easily

accessible from metropolitan locations such as Louisville, KY; Nashville, TN; and St. Louis,

MO.

Owensboro’s revitalized downtown area features a state-of-the-art convention center, several
new hotels, and a range of entertainment options with unique restaurants and shops. Twenty-five

parks, totaling 953 acres, encircle the city, which hosts over 20 annual festivals – attracting
visitors from throughout the region.

Suggested Websites

Additional information about Kentucky Wesleyan, the KWC Panthers, and the Owensboro

community may be found at:

• https://www.kwc.edu/
• http://www.kwcpanthers.com/
• http://www.owensboro.org/
• https://edc.owensboro.com/
• https://visitowensboro.com/