Campus Minister - Service Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The Campus Minister - Service Coordinator supports the mission and identity of Aquinas College by fostering the faith formation, spiritual growth, and community engagement of the campus community. This role integrates pastoral care, spiritual programming, and service initiatives that reflect Catholic Social Teaching, the Dominican tradition, the Four Pillars of Dominican Life, and the College’s mission.

The position involves planning retreats, prayer services, and educational programs; organizing and promoting service opportunities; and mentoring students in faith and leadership. By cultivating partnerships with community organizations and local parishes, and by maintaining a visible and welcoming presence on campus, the Campus Minister - Service Coordinator helps students grow as leaders, disciples, and engaged citizens.

Essential Job Functions:

● Collaborate with the Director of Campus Ministry to design and implement spiritual programs and events.

● Assist in planning and leading retreats, prayer services, liturgies, and spiritual development opportunities.

● Provide spiritual mentorship and pastoral care to students of all faiths and those of no faith.

● Facilitate educational programs that promote Catholic Social Teaching, religious diversity, and social justice awareness.

● Serve as a visible and accessible presence on campus, engaging students in both formal and informal settings.

● Plan and organize at least one engaged learning trip per semester and coordinate ongoing volunteer initiatives with local organizations both on and off campus.

● Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, local parishes, and service agencies.

● Recruit, train, and support student participants and leaders for service activities.

● Facilitate reflection opportunities to connect service experiences with faith, justice, and the College’s mission.

● Manage logistics for trips, including transportation, accommodations, budgeting, compliance with college policies and maintain accurate records of participation, service hours, and program impact.

● Partner with other departments (e.g., AQ Advantage Center) to integrate service and ministry into broader campus initiatives.

● Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

● Represent Campus Ministry at campus-wide events, orientations, and community gatherings.

● Other duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Ministry.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

● Strong understanding of Catholic Social Teaching, the Dominican tradition, and relevant Church documents.

● At least one year of experience in ministry, pastoral care, service coordination or equivalent work.

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an approachable and compassionate demeanor.

● Experience in organizing and implementing retreats, liturgies, faith-based programs, and service opportunities including but not limited to service learning/mission trips.

● Knowledge of social media platforms and basic website maintenance.

● Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.

Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individuals for careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. Aquinas College is recognized by its values: Faith, Service, Learning and Community.

Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of every member of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected to engage in the process of “appreciative inquiry” to identify ways that each position can advance sustainability in the employment experience.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the Aquinas College Service Statement:

The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitment to quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.

Aquinas College offers an excellent benefits package that includes affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacation each year, 16 paid holidays, paid sick time and short-term disability, and college-paid life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, Aquinas employees and their dependents are eligible for free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-time employment.