Campus Minister

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Campus Minister position within the office for Campus Ministry.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
• Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
• Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• Fully Paid Insurance : disability, life, and AD&D
• Paid Parental Leave to support growing families

Salary Range: $60,000 to $72,300

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The Campus Minister (Program Manager II) advances the University of St. Thomas' mission to educate students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. This position accompanies students throughout their university experience, creating opportunities for them to encounter Jesus Christ through the Catholic Tradition, grow in faith, and be formed as disciples who integrate the pursuit of truth, faith, and virtue in their lives. The Campus Minister provides a welcoming and supportive presence for students of all religious backgrounds. This position fosters a campus culture of religious understanding, dialogue, and belonging, while helping connect students with the religious opportunities on campus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee the Peer Ministry program. Includes the supervision of 5-6 Peer Ministers as they create meaningful encounters and support our students on their faith journey through programs, regular community-building events, one-on-ones, and service.
• Provide outreach and/or pastoral support to students as needed.
• Help lead the \"Tommie Catholic\" initiative.
• Supervise our contracted part-time Jewish and Muslim Chaplains
• Partner with a variety of UST offices and Affiliate Ministries to foster Campus Ministry’s spiritual programming, collaboration with and presence in the life of the University.
• Participate actively, positively, and collaboratively in the Campus Ministry Team including staff meetings, assigned projects as part of the overall team. And complete duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in theology, pastoral ministry or a related field
• Five years of experience in program management

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's degree in theology, pastoral ministry, or a related field
• Prior ministry work experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.