What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Minister position at Ursuline Academy?
Campus Minister
Ursuline Academy is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women in grades 7 -12, located in Dedham, MA. We are seeking a full-time Campus Minister who will provide opportunities for students in spiritual formation and faith development as well as service to the local community beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will be a passionate Catholic educator who is committed to the Ursuline mission and displays a pastoral sensitivity to and understanding of adolescence. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Mission, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the Campus Minister will share responsibility for the school's student faith formation program and promotion of the school’s Ursuline and Catholic identity. The Campus Minister assists and supports the Director of Mission, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with the faculty/staff adult faith and Ursuline formation program
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
In the Community of Faith and Mission:
Ensures that the Catholic identity of the Academy is developed and nurtured
Models and promotes the Mission of the Academy
Designs prayer experiences and programming to promote diversity and inclusion on campus and within all Campus Ministry programs
Plans and coordinates retreats for all grade levels, including the recruitment of student leaders and their formation, along with the evaluation and assessment of retreats
Collaborates effectively and on time with the Dean of Student Life and the School & College Counseling Department in providing spiritual guidance, crisis intervention, and a supportive presence for students and families
Teaches Theology and/or Peer Ministry courses
Plans and directs all-school liturgies, reconciliation services, and prayer services, as well as prayer with small groups
Invites and works with students on liturgy planning, prayer experiences, and retreats
Participates in all Administrative team and Campus Ministry staff meetings
Provides pastoral support for students in need by responding to referrals from Student Life and School Counseling
Service Program
In partnership with the Theology Department, disseminates program guidelines and requirements to incoming students, advisors, other Academy personnel, and persons or organizations outside the school, as requested
Manages the student service learning program for the Academy
Develops relationships and maintains connections with service partners in the local community
Advises students on service placements
Promotes service opportunities throughout the community
Guides the process of selecting students to receive annual service recognition awards
Coordinates and implements student service trips
Coordinates Senior Service projects
Oversees the placement of each student
Provides materials and schedule for evaluation by student, supervisor, and co-workers
Evaluates student performance and provides final evaluations for permanent records
Other
Assures that worship space is kept current in regards to liturgical seasons as well as supplied with necessary items
Participates in ongoing professional development
Designs and/or updates a procedural manual for the Campus Ministry position
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required;
A minimum of 5 years of experience in ministry or teaching experience at the secondary level
All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an independent school or higher education is a plus.
Background in Catholic theology, experience with pastoral programming, retreat planning, service/immersion, and pastoral care or spiritual direction.
Willingness to work in a highly collaborative environment.
This person must have a desire to work with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff with sensitivity and intercultural knowledge.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a resume, statement of interest, and the names of three references to Ms. Regina MacLeod at rmacleod@ursulineacademy.net. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.