Coordinator of Evangelization

Position Summary The Coordinator of Evangelization is responsible for developing and managing faith-based initiatives that serve the Benedictine College Community, specifically through the Hospitality Team, Acts Team, and Music Team programs. The Coordinator will partner with key departments and groups across the college including FOCUS and SPO, the Academic Music Department, the Director of Student Activities, and Athletic Coaches. The Coordinator will consult with the College Chaplain on all Liturgical Music. The Coordinator of Evangelization must take the Oath of Fidelity agreeing to be faithful to teach/train on the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Essential Functions Oversee Hospitality Ministry Team Teach student leaders to carry out a hospitality ministry consistent with the college’s Benedictine mission Teach student leaders to provide hospitality at all Liturgical functions, especially Sunday Masses and College Ministry events Encourage vocations by leading students to coordinate vocational visits, spiritual direction resources, and Beyond Benedictine fair Oversee Acts Team Oversee and develop evangelization opportunities to specific demographics on campus including the off campus population and student athletes in collaboration with the Spiritual Captains program Lead students to successfully host Ministry Tailgates at each home football game Assist in the coordination of major events such as the Festival of Light and Block Parties with the student leaders on the Acts Team Oversee Music Team Collaborate with the Chaplain on all Liturgical Music, seeking his approval for Liturgical decisions and music policies Train student directors to recruit and form their weekly Mass choir ensuring regular attendance, excellence, and adherence to our Liturgical Music policies Responsible for the excellence of Liturgical Music at all Masses. This includes regular attendance at all Sunday and daily Masses and a high level of responsibility of the Music if not in attendance through effective leadership Position Qualifications Competency Statement(s) Communication, Oral – Excellent oral communication skills in large group settings and one on one. Energetic – Ability to sustain irregular hours working with college students. Must be able to seek out and engage students. Leadership – Ability to mentor students through relationships - with the ability to affirm men and women in their identity and vocation in the world; to identify strengths and weaknesses in students and foster their personal development; and to lead others using a Christian-servant style of leadership Organization and Planning – Ability to structure multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and keep inventory. Ability to plan, staff, direct, and control work tasks and events. Problem Solving – Ability to think through strategic issues and develop innovative solutions to problems. Team Building – Ability to build and maintain team cohesion and goal accomplishment. Must have an interest in building a dynamic campus community. Education B.A in Theology, Evangelization, Youth Ministry, or related field. Experience Applicants for this position should have a minimum of two years of higher education experience in teaching, college ministry, youth ministry, or related field. Physical Demands Physical Abilities Stand Walk Sit Handling / Fingering Reach Outward Reach Above Shoulder Climb Crawl Squat or Kneel Bend Push / Pull 12 lbs or less 13-25 lbs 26-40 lbs 41-100 lbs Lift /Carry 10 lbs or less 11-20 lbs 21-50 lbs 51-100 lbs Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr