Campus Staff Minister (George Washington University)

Campus Staff Minister (George Washington University) Work Location: Maryland | Job Type: Full time Mission God has called InterVarsity to plant and build witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus on college and university campuses. Through these groups we believe ever‑increasing numbers of students and faculty from all ethnic groups and areas of the campus will be transformed by the Gospel. ESSENTIAL COMMITMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES Spiritual Growth Pursue a vibrant relationship with the triune God through engagement with Scripture, prayer, and worship, both individually and in community. Develop self‑leadership by growing in self‑awareness, self‑management, relational integrity, and resiliency. Embrace Scriptural standards for behavior and attitudes. Campus Leadership Communicate and model InterVarsity’s vision to see students and faculty transformed, campuses renewed, and world‑changers developed. Create a culture of humble dependence on God and bold expectation of God’s intention to start new witnessing communities throughout the campus and on new campuses. Model – in person and through programs – InterVarsity’s vision and Core Values, including a biblically‑defined commitment to engage every ethnic and social group on campus. Lead students and faculty – individually and collectively – through Scripture, prayer, teaching, and discipleship experiences. Set annual goals through prayer, research and reflection with your teams (students, faculty, and staff) for qualitative and quantitative growth, including conversions and leadership development. Create, develop, align and leverage ministry plans, programs, teams, and structures to close the gap between current reality and the aspirational goals. Build leadership teams who trust and partner well with you and who demonstrate spiritual vitality, relational health, and mission alignment. Develop and execute plans to achieve annual goals, evaluating and modifying the plan as needed throughout the year. Increase momentum for the vision by aligning programs, structures, conferences and teams around the goals. Mobilize students and faculty to engage their relational networks with the gospel and to start new missional communities. Under the direction of the Area Director, may supervise Ministry Interns and Campus Ministry Interns as delegated. Intentionally gather, invite, and develop diverse groups of students and faculty so that they not only encounter and follow Jesus as Savior and Lord but also advance the mission on campus as participants and leaders. Equip students and faculty to think strategically about campus engagement and so that they proclaim – in word, deed, and power – the good news of Jesus. Disciple students and faculty by equipping them to hear the Word, respond actively, and debrief and interpret the experience. Invite, coach, and equip students and faculty to become increasingly effective participants and leaders, including starting new witnessing communities on campuses. Organizational Collaboration Work with a network of other local, area, regional, and national InterVarsity staff and volunteers so that our work reflects Biblical standards of excellence, integrity, and partnership. Partner with and respond positively to the direction and coaching of your supervisors and national leaders. Contribute to collaborative and productive team meetings and relationships. Affiliate chapters under your care and submit Graduating Student Forms in order to increase our partnership with current students and alumni. Use national ministry resources and tools, as requested, including recruiting and/or participating in local, regional, or national conferences as required. Complete reporting, planning and review requirements in a timely way so that you and your supervisors can assess and improve your work as a CSM. Comply with all InterVarsity policies and procedures. Ministry Partnership Development Develop a team of partners – churches and individuals (including alumni and community members) – who will resource the ministry financially, in prayer, or volunteer service that advances the mission. Raise 100% of the financial budget assigned by your supervisor. Communicate regularly with your ministry partners, nurturing the relationship through visits, phone calls, emails and regular prayer letters. Develop on‑going, long‑lasting partnership with alumni and volunteers. Comply with all Ministry Partnership Policies. Identify and invest in advocates who will build networks of volunteers and donors on InterVarsity’s behalf. Accomplish all other assigned tasks as appropriate. QUALIFICATIONS (common to all levels of CSM) Annually affirm InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement (Doctrinal Basis and Purpose Statement). Abide by InterVarsity’s Code of Conduct. Believe and behave consonantly with InterVarsity’s Human Sexuality Theological Paper. Affirm and behave consonantly with InterVarsity’s Women in Ministry Statement of Affiliation. Bachelor’s degree required for CSMs assigned to a four‑year campus. Minimum of an Associate’s degree required for CSMs assigned to a two‑year campus or a community college. Strong interpersonal skills (including ability to minister to diverse ethnic communities and faculty). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated problem‑solving skills. Familiarity with word processing, presentation, email, and spreadsheet software. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The CSM position leads ministry in a college campus environment. A designated office space may or may not be available. The CSM is required to travel to on‑campus and off‑campus sites as appropriate. Off‑campus travel includes, but is not limited to: student ministry conferences, Ministry Partnership Development meetings, and InterVarsity‑sponsored training sessions, meetings, and conferences. The CSM is regularly required to communicate with others, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc. PAY & BENEFITS Pay Range: $39,288.00 - $52,392.00 per year (dependent on fundraising). Benefits: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) matching contributions Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discounts Flexible work schedule Flexible spending accounts Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal‑opportunity employer and a faith‑based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, or membership in any labor organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability or any other protected class. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal‑opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the organization has the right to hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity’s mission and purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr InterVarsity Press