Director of Campus Ministry

Overview

Campus Ministry at Saint John's University invites applicants for a full time .92 FTE, benefit eligible position of Director of Campus Ministry.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

• Provide pastoral leadership, vision, and direction for the Office of Campus Ministry and the broader campus community, including initiatives related to justice, peace, and solidarity.
• Establish and oversee pastoral goals, objectives, and strategies for Campus Ministry.
• Recruit, supervise, and provide ongoing professional development and annual evaluations for ministerial staff, residents, and student workers.
• Maintain current job descriptions and manage hiring processes for staff and ministerial residents in collaboration with the School of Theology.
• Represent Campus Ministry at director-level leadership meetings and serve as an administrative liaison during on- and off-campus programs.
• Exercise responsible stewardship in budget oversight and administration; provide monthly and annual operational reviews.
• Participate in divisional leadership as part of the Student Development team for Saint John’s University.

• Lead strategic planning for Campus Ministry, including evaluation, resource allocation, and implementation of programs that advance its pastoral mission.
• Coordinate and implement campus-wide programs such as First-Year Orientation Welcome Mass, Graduation Mass, and other major liturgical events.
• Meet regularly with staff to ensure optimal coordination of ministry areas and programming.
• Select, train, and provide ongoing formation and leadership development for staff, ministerial residents, and student volunteers.
• Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., CSB Campus Ministry, Saint Benedict’s Monastery, Saint John’s Abbey, Theology Department) to plan and deliver faith-based programs and initiatives.
• Review and approve faith-based student clubs to ensure alignment with Catholic identity and Benedictine values.
• Maintain and promote use of campus faith centers and religious spaces; expand and enhance prayer and worship opportunities.
• Manage team budgets and ensure effective use of resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Divinity (MDiv) or Master’s degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or related field.
• Minimum two years’ experience in campus ministry, pastoral leadership, or adult faith formation; experience with young adults strongly preferred.
• Practicing Roman Catholic with active participation in a parish or faith community.
• Strong pastoral skills, including communication (listening, speaking, writing), empathy, and theological grounding.
• Demonstrated record of collaborative leadership and effective team management.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Benedictine charism and tradition.
• Familiarity with Church documents related to campus ministry (e.g., Empowered by the Spirit, Sons and Daughters of Light).
• Understanding of interfaith dialogue and ecumenical collaboration.
• Experience in budget management and organizational planning.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by campus ministry programming.
• Lifestyle publicly consistent with Catholic teaching and Benedictine values.

• Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.
• Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 10-15 pounds.

• Occasional travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.
• Occasional travel for retreats and programming.

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at  or employment. It is the policy of SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

Saint John's University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.