University Chaplain

Job Title

Chaplain

• Serve as the canonical chaplain and rector of Madonna della Strada Chapel working with the Director of Campus Ministry, Campus Minister for Liturgy and Catechesis, and Jesuit Community to ensure a vibrant worshipping community. Responsible for all sacramental record keeping, with assistance provided by the Office Operations and Hospitality Manager.
• Participate as a member of the leadership team of the Division of Mission Integration.
• Assist in the University's efforts to promote a deeper understanding and integration of the Catholic intellectual tradition, Catholic social and moral teaching, Ignatian pedagogy, Ignatian spirituality, and the like.
• Serve as a liaison between the University and the Jesuit community in matters of mission integration.
• In cooperation with Campus Ministry team, provides pastoral outreach and care to students through prayer leadership, vocational discernment groups, retreats, response to wellness calls, and spiritual direction.
• Serves on the Mission and Culture Committee and attends all meetings of the full Board of Trustees.
• Serves on the Jesuit Recruitment Committee assisting in identifying and recruiting Jesuits to study and work in various capacities at the University.
• Supports the Division of University Advancement, as requested, in the promotion of mission-related activities and efforts.
• Represents the University to external constituencies as requested by the president or vice president for mission integration.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned.

Master's degree in theology or a social science-related area and two years of ministry experience. Must be a priest of the Society of Jesus.

• Strong work ethic
• Person of integrity, honesty, and with a deep spiritual life
• Diplomatic and collaborative partner, capable of bringing together diverse groups of constituents
• Effective problem solver
• Person of wisdom and experience, capable of providing counsel and advice to University leadership.

Validly ordained Roman Catholic priest in good standing, preferably a Jesuit.

Basic Computer Skills.

Full-Time, Exempt, Fully In-Person.

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