Assistant Chaplain Liturgy and Faith Formation

Assistant Chaplain for Liturgy and Faith Formation

College of the Holy Cross

Full Time

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At Holy Cross, we are focused on creating a world‑class workforce by attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering a culture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect. We seek candidates who are inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make a meaningful difference on our campus.

• Meet weekly with members of the liturgy team
• Assist at holy day liturgies
• Coordinate major campus liturgies (Mass of the Holy Spirit, Baccalaureate Mass, Lessons & Carols, Multifaith Prayer, Family Weekend, Confirmation) and rehearse student ministers; coordinate set up of venues with facilities staff

• Recruit and supervise liturgy coordinator interns and oversee ongoing formation, including weekly catechetical meetings
• Conduct ministry‑specific training and formation sessions for new Communion ministers, greeters, altar servers, and lectors; meet with each prospective minister
• Serve as sacristy presence for 11:30 am and 7:00 pm Sunday Masses
• Monitor weekly schedule of ministers and Mass attendance
• Train student ministers to serve as liturgical coordinators at weddings
• Arrange coverage or staff weddings when students are unavailable

• Serve as the point person for incorporating traditions and feast days significant to the Hispanic/Latino community into Chapel liturgies and programs
• Provide support and pastoral care for Spanish‑speaking students and students of Hispanic/Latino descent
• Collaborate with chaplain colleagues to ensure that Campion House is experienced as a place of hospitality for all students

• Lead weekly Confirmation classes and communicate with diocese colleagues regarding the sacrament of Confirmation
• Advise student‑led Bible study groups
• Advise Students for Life committees

• Member of Faculty Assembly
• Attend hospitality events (Bagel Wednesday, receptions)
• Co‑lead Montserrat evenings
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and regular administrative faculty meetings

• Opening Day Committee
• Commencement Planning Committee
• Other committees as needed

• Graduate degree in theology or pastoral ministry; M.Div. preferred
• Fluent in Spanish
• Experience working with young people who are traditionally underrepresented on college campuses
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Familiarity with Ignatian spirituality is a plus; willingness to learn is essential
• Strong public speaking skills
• Availability to work Sundays, one evening weekly, and occasional weekends

• Openness to supervision
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Service oriented
• Excellent written & verbal communication
• Proficient problem solving
• Understanding of risk management
• Innovation/creativity
• Teamwork & team facilitation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Diversity & inclusion awareness
• Clear sense of appropriate boundaries

Salary: $64,000–$67,500 commensurate with experience.

Weekly

Hours:

40

Annual

Work Schedule:

12‑month position

Submit an updated resume and cover letter through the internal application system. In your cover letter, reflect on how your professional and personal values align with the Mission of the College of the Holy Cross.

To review benefits, please visit the provided link.

The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Contact Human Resources at hr or call 508‑793‑3391 for assistance.

The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning equal opportunity in the workplace.

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