Chaplain & Interfaith Coordinator

Shenandoah University - Winchester, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Winchester, VA

Educational Services

About the position

The Chaplain & Interfaith Coordinator (CIC) at Shenandoah University is responsible for providing program leadership and pastoral care to students, employees, and community members. This full-time position involves planning, promoting, implementing, and assessing various spiritual programs and initiatives, while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment within the university community. The CIC collaborates with multiple departments and organizations to enhance the spiritual life on campus and serves as a key member of the Office of Spiritual Life, reporting directly to the University Chaplain.

Responsibilities

• Plan, promote, implement, and assess programs such as weekly worship services, chaplains in the Residence Halls, and other spiritual events.
• Develop and coordinate an RSSO Council to support multi-faith student clubs and organizations.
• Provide pastoral care to students, employees, and community members.
• Collaborate with other offices that promote student leadership and well-being.
• Liaise with the United Methodist Church's Campus Ministry Association and Virginia Annual Conference.
• Coordinate marketing and promotion for Spiritual Life through social media and newsletters.
• Assist in creating periodic newsletters and write reflections each semester.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Competency in helping individuals explore vocation and moral/ethical issues.
• Ability to lead student groups with little supervision during programming.
• Willingness to learn about diversity, inclusion, and equity related to religious, secular, and spiritual identities.
• Social media competency with platforms like Instagram and Facebook.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Canva for promotional materials.
• Time management, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills for platforms such as Google and Microsoft.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to become a university-approved driver.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in higher education and event/program planning.
• CPR and knowledge of first aid are desired.
• Master's Degree in a field related to ministry, either earned or in progress.

Benefits

• Full-time benefited position with competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.