Campus Ministry - Campus Minister for Student Engagement
5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA
Job Description
Posted Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM
As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu
Position Summary
The Campus Minister for Student Engagement will be a crucial part of the Campus Ministry team in enhancing the mission and vision of the University's outreach to students, faculty, and staff.
* Serve as a minister of presence on campus, including as the liturgical coordinator during Sunday evening liturgy on a regular basis and supporting the newly established Music Ministry Team.
* Mentor Peer Ministry Team by attending regular meetings with captains, being present at evening meetings, being available to meet 20-30 student leaders individually at least twice per semester, and coordinating two PMT retreats each year.
* Oversee 10-12 Campus Ministry student workers by approving work hours while creating schedules, clear roles, and responsibilities, which include jobs such as Mass Assistant, Music Ministry Team Member, and Office Assistant.
* Coordinate annual First Year Student Retreat for 30-40 students each September, including reserving space, securing transportation, working with SHU’s Legal and Business Offices for contract reviews and payments, and the spiritual programming for the retreat.
* Create room reservations, food orders, print orders, worship aids, purchasing, and other necessary details for a variety of Campus Ministry programs, including, but not limited to, Sunday liturgies, Peer Ministry Team meetings, Bible studies, retreats, faith-sharing groups, etc.
* Actively participate in the Campus Ministry pre-fall program each August.
* Develop a robust communication plan for various Campus Ministry programs, including global emails, social media, traditional print flyers, digital signage, and word of mouth.
* Genuine desire to serve as a mentor to college students.
* Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes
* Strong administrative, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
* Comfort working with clergy and students of other faith traditions.
* Knowledge and appreciation of Catholic theology and the vision of the Second Vatican Council.
* Experience in leading and working with young adults.
* Ability to play a musical instrument and/or sing in a chorus preferred.
* Willingness to drive a 7-passenger van preferred.
Unusual Working Conditions
Ability to work nights and weekends for evening programs, overnight retreats, services, and Admissions events.
This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
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