What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chaplain position at Sweet Briar College?
Job Details
Chaplain
Job Title: Chaplain
Classification: Full Time, benefits-eligible
Reports To: Dean of Student Life
Job Summary/Objective: The Chaplain is responsible for overseeing a program of activities that promote spiritual life as an integral part of the campus environment and a student’s college experience. The Chaplain assesses student religious and spiritual needs and creates and implements programs and responses to those needs promoting the religious and spiritual well-being of students. In addition, the Chaplain will help to organize and support equitable and inclusive spiritual supports and opportunities for students of all faiths.
Essential Responsibilities
● Provide pastoral care, personal counseling, and consultation to members of the College community.
● Design and implement opportunities for prayer, worship, and study.
● Advise, or support, spiritually-based student organizations.
● Create venues for fellowship and community service.
● Represent the College at appropriate functions, such as Founder’s Day, Baccalaureate, Commencement, etc.
● Co-chair, with the Dean of Student Life, the Spiritual Life Committee.
● Assist in maintaining the interfaith prayer room.
● Be available for campus emergencies.
● Foster positive relationships with local community partners and religious organizations.
● Assist students in connecting with local faith communities.
● Make recommendations to the Spiritual Life Committee and the Dean of Student Life based on data and best practices within higher education for supporting student religious and spiritual well-being.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Ordained minister
- Master’s degree in theology, ministry, or a related field required from an accredited institution or ordained minister.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students
- Ability to maintain confidential information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in higher education, or working with college-aged population.
Work Environment: Indoors
Physical Demands: bending, sitting, and lifting
Travel: None
Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College.
