Interim Campus Pastor Jobs

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Supervise Center for Faith and Spirituality Student Staff (1.5 FTE).

2. Provide religious programming on campus consistent with the Rooted and Open philosophy of the ELCA colleges and universities, nurturing the Lutheran identity and character of the college as well as students across the Christian spectrum and other faith traditions.

3. Provide programming that supports the College’s goal to attract students, both current and prospective students through the recruitment process and supports the College’s collective efforts to increase the retention and graduation rates of students.

4. Provide programming and service the College at major events (Baccalaureate, Commencement, Homecoming, and other campus events).

5. Provide pastoral counseling to students from all faith traditions.

6. Provide counseling and support to students interested in pursuing religious vocations, regardless of religious affiliation.

7. Provide opportunities for spiritual formation and growth for students.

8. Work cooperatively with several local congregations from multiple faith traditions in line with an ongoing Memorandum of Agreement.

DESCRIPTION OF NONESSENTIAL DUTIES: Serve on miscellaneous and ad hoc committees as appropriate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises the Assistant to Campus Pastor and the half-time Purposeful Life and Leadership Coordinator. Carries out supervisory duties in accordance with college policies and applicable employment laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)

• Education generally equivalent to a Master’s Degree in Divinity.

• Ordination in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America or generally equivalent ministry preparation and experience.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in parish or campus ministry.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with employees, students, alumni, and faculty members.

• The ability to use a personal computer and word processing, spreadsheet, and Google software.

• The ability to use a variety of standard office equipment such as a 10-key calculator, telephone, and computer keyboard.

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin August 11, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. The desired start date is in time for the beginning of the fall term in late August.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The phrases “occasionally,” “regularly,” and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “occasionally” means up to 1/3 of working time, “regularly” means between 1/3 and 2/3 of working time, and “frequently” means 2/3 and more of working time.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls, and/or talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk, and/or reach above shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move between 1 and 5 pounds while moving files or folders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Work is performed in an office environment. The employee must occasionally travel on College business. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

About Carthage

Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage.

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.