Coordinator of Dominican Min & Service
ALBERTUS MAGNUS COLLEGE
Location
New Haven, Connecticut
Quick overview
The Coordinator will design and implement programs promoting the Dominican values of study, prayer, community, and service in collaboration with the Dominican Mission Officer and other college groups. Essential duties include developing student relationships, coordinating service opportunities, providing prayer services, and serving on various college committees.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor of Arts degree in theology, pastoral ministry, divinity, or a related field is required, with a Master of Arts preferred. Candidates must have experience in a Catholic Academic and/or Pastoral Ministry setting, particularly working with high school and college populations.
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Albertus
- Magnus
- College -
- NEW
- HAVEN,
- CT 06511Position
- Type:
- Full
- TimeCoordinator of
- Dominican
- Ministries and
- Service
- Reports To: Assistant to the
- President for
- Dominican
- Mission
- Albertus
- Magnus
- College:
- Coordinator of
- Dominican
- Ministries and
- Service
- Reports To: Assistant to the President for Dominican Mission Founded in 1925, Albertus Magnus College has thrived through the dedication of individuals across academic and administrative roles, all committed to advancing the College’s mission and upholding the four pillars of the
- Dominican
- Tradition: Study, Prayer, Community, and Service. Today, Albertus Magnus stands as a vibrant example of modern higher education.
Position Summary
The Coordinator of Dominican Ministries, with the Dominican Mission Officer, will design and implement a plan in collaboration with other college groups that promote the Dominican values of study, prayer/spirituality, community, and service. This program will provide leadership, direction, and opportunities in light of the developmental needs of students from the day and as appropriate the adult division. QualificationsEssential
Duties and Responsibilities
The Coordinator of Dominican Ministries will develop relationships with the students and members of the college community in order to foster growth in the four pillars. Along with student leaders, the Coordinator will develop programs that center around study, prayer, community, and service. Reflection will be an important part of all programming. The plan will include elements listed below: Provides a presence and interaction with students to build community, Coordinate local service opportunities, and as appropriate national and international opportunities, Provide Catholic and interfaith prayer services, Oversight of the chapel, Membership on the liturgical planning group, responsibilities for biweekly liturgies, Membership on the Advisory Committee for the Promotion of Dominican Mission and Ministries, Meister Eckhart Center Advisory Committee, Justice Panel Committee, Founders’ Day Committee, Candlelight Convocation Committee, Advisor to the Dominican Impact Group (student ministry group) Plans mini-retreat programs, such as collaborations with Career Services Provides opportunities for student preaching, Provides study opportunities related to Catholic Social Teaching, Scripture, interfaith dialogue, Dominican Tradition, contemporary issues, Promotes and encourages student participation in the Dominican College Preaching in Action Conference, Promotes opportunities that engage student interests offered by the college and local community, Collaborates with student services, Collaborates with athletic programs in developing seasonal blessings of student athletes, Organizes and leads the semester Peace Leadership Workshop, With the Office of Dominican Mission plans and promotes Albert Week, Plans and promotes an annual Alternative Spring Break program, Assists students with service requirements as part of the St. Dominic Service Award, Organizes and promotes the annual Service Day, Promotes ministries through social media. Qualifications and Education: BA in theology, pastoral ministry, divinity, or related fields/disciplines. (MA preferred) Experience in a Catholic Academic and/or Pastoral Ministry setting. Experience working with the high school and college population in ministry. Experience in a Catholic Academic and/or Pastoral Ministry setting Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to work collaboratively within the college community, good communication skills, flexibility with time and schedules.. Work Schedule Requirements: The position is 11 months. August 1 - June 30 Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm In order to meet student needs, this position will have a flexible schedule which requires some weekend and evening hours. Periodically, this position will require some multi-day experiences such as the Dominican College Preaching in Action Conference and student outreach experiences. Benefits at a Glance: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. They accrue between 18 and 23 days of paid time off annually. After 90 days of employment, tuition remission is available, with the college covering 100% of tuition costs (employees are responsible for books and technology fees). The college values work-life balance, offering a summer schedule from June through August. Employees also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a winter break. Retirement plan participation is available from your first day, with employer contributions beginning after one year of service, based on your length of employment. Albertus Magnus College is an equal-opportunity employer and invites all qualified applicants to consider this opportunity and apply.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Remission
- Winter Break