Dean of Christ Chapel, Chaplain of the College
Office of the Chaplains

Description

Gustavus Adolphus College is a private liberal arts college in Saint Peter, Minnesota that prepares 2,000+ undergraduate students for lives of leadership, service, and lifelong learning. Gustavus was founded in 1862 and is the oldest Lutheran college in Minnesota. Fully accredited and known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is also internationally recognized for its annual Nobel Conference. The College is informed by its proud heritage as an institution founded by Swedish-Lutheran immigrants, maintains a close relational affiliation with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), and continues to be shaped by the Lutheran intellectual tradition for whole-person learning and liberal arts education for learners from all backgrounds.

Applicants must be an experienced, ordained ELCA Lutheran leader who is able to communicate persuasively the Good News of God's work in Jesus Christ, especially to GenZ members of the community and is committed to ecumenical engagement and interreligious dialogue. A successful candidate will have experience in building collaborative partnerships to drive student focus and engagement; an authentic leader who instills trust; a spiritually inspiring worship planner and compelling preacher; a justice-minded advocate for the common good; and an emotionally intelligent wise companion for the community.

JOB SUMMARY:To steward the development of a community of belonging and vocational reflection where a mature understanding of Christian faith is inspired, lives of leadership and service are nourished, and life skills for Interfaith leadership and cooperation are obtained. Be the spiritual leader for the entire campus community-faculty, staff, and students by providing pastoral leadership for key college events, shepherding all student-facing Christian ministries and programs, developing the community capacity for deeper faith development and vocational reflection, and offering spiritual care and support to all members of the Gustavus community regardless of religious or non-religious identity.

Employment Type: Full-time (.92 FTE), Benefits-Eligible, Exempt (Salaried). Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pastoral Leadership

• Coordinate the planning of weekly Chapel Breaks, campus rituals, and other campus ceremonies
• Serve as Artistic Director for Christmas in Christ Chapel
• Provide theological leadership and planning for the Gustavus Academy for Faith, Science, and Ethics

Student Programs

• Lead the Ministry of Word and Sacrament on campus
• Persuasively communicate gospel-centered messages that address the life experiences of undergraduate college students
• Supervise the Preaching Fellows Program
• Support and develop the leadership team of United Christian Ministries
• Drive collaboration and student engagement of the Office

Community and Vocation

• Deepen the bonds of belonging and community across campus by utilizing weekly Chape Break times as a space for communal vocational reflection
• Develop programming that helps students gain language around their own sense of vocation
• Develop programming that equips students with a deeper understanding of their specific beliefs and values as well as skills for interfaith leadership for building community across religious difference
• Advocate for Lutheran higher education
• Offer pastoral care through weddings, baptisms, funerals, burials, and other special circumstances
• Serve as a wise companion, advocate, and confidential resource especially for students

Administrative Responsibilities

• Oversee the media/communication plans for the Office of the Chaplains
• Collaboratively manage the ReServe system for space use of Christ Chapel and the Bonnier Multifaith Center
• Be an active member and learner from the Chaplain cohort group of the Network of ELCA College and Universities (NECU) and the Association for Chaplaincy and Spiritual Life in Higher Education (ACHSLE)
• Other duties as assigned

Prerequisites

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experienced, ordained ELCA Lutheran leader who is rostered in good standing
• Demonstrated and thorough understanding of Lutheran theology, biblical narrative, and appreciation for the integration of faith and learning, and leading creative and innovative worship experiences
• Strong relationship and trust building capacity, with demonstrated experience relating to college-age students and understanding of GenZ values and pastoral care concerns
• Proven leadership and community building skills, with strong understanding and commitment to ecumenism and interfaith cooperation
• Spiritual leader and compelling speaker who can persuasively communicate, preach, and teach
• Justice-minded advocate, committed to advancing the work of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through the lens of the Gospel

Reports to: Associate Vice President for Mission/Executive Chaplain
Accountable to: President

Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process on our website, www.gustavus.edu/humanresources/employment to complete the online application and submit your resume and cover letter.

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Click on the following link to learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition scholarships for dependents
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
• 13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan

Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving over 2,000 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.


Contact

Grady St. Dennis | stdennis@gustavus.edu | 507-933-7661


Posted: Thu Dec 5, 2024

To apply, visit https://gustavus.edu/employment/job/2255







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