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The Campus Pastor is an integral piece of the Bethel College Student Life program. Reporting to the Vice President for Student life, the Campus Pastor provides leadership and management to all Campus Ministry initiatives in accordance with the mission and policies of Bethel College. The Campus Pastor develops, maintains, and facilitates programs and initiatives focused on Bethel College's commitment to Christian ethics and spiritual vitality; promotes interfaith understanding; and promotes the integration of faith and learning. As a member of the Student Life team, the Campus Pastor also helps the department create a safe and secure campus community that fosters and supports academic success, personal growth, and respect for self, diversity, and community. Department Student Life Classification Part-Time (0.75 FTE) 30-hours per week, exempt, benefit eligible Essential Functions General * Support the mission, vision, and values of Bethel College * Demonstrate Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to changing work processes, including moving from in-person to remote work and back, as necessitated by College policy or as directed by the supervisor * Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position * Comply with Bethel College policies and procedures Leadership * Implementing new or improved initiatives based on the results of the Faith Formation Task Force * Provide Christ -centered vision to the development and sustainment of a comprehensive effort to engage students in campus ministry through: faith exploration; the promotion of the understanding of different faith traditions, and the integration of faith and learning * Develop a schedule of activities, programs, and events throughout the year that assist students in the development of an owned faith * Create community inclusive of diverse populations * Uphold, demonstrate and enforce community standards and policies * Provide leadership development opportunities through informal and formal advising responsibilities. * Demonstrate Servant-Leadership: exemplified by serving others first and providing excellent customer service * Advise and assist faith-related student organizations and programs * Serve on appointed college committees including Worship and Arts Symposium, and the Seth Dunn Award Selection Committee * Promote and regularly attend college sponsored events and activities * Represent the college at off-campus speaking engagements (as requested). Aid in the facilitation of positive relationships between Bethel College and Mennonite Church USA and affiliated organizations/initiatives * Be available for personal counseling times with students (where appropriate), including requests related to spiritual formation, faith development or theological reflections * Serve on appointed college committees * Make appropriate referrals Administration * Plan and coordinate weekly chapel services and other worship services as necessary. These include: Prologue Days, New Student Orientation, Fall Fest Hymn Sing, Messiah Sing, and Baccalaureate * Facilitate small group ministries, including spirituality/discussion groups, Bible studies, and other groups as needed. Lead such groups where appropriate * Coordinate Service Day each fall (expected for students). Service Saturday each Spring (optional for students), and other service opportunities as the need arises * Promote other service opportunities in the community to students, which may include helping students connect with community partners for regular, ongoing service placements * Keep regular office hours and maintain a high level of visibility/accessibility * Investigate critical incidents as they arise and communicate with campus partners/administrators as required * Coordinate the annual "Lighting of the Green" * Recruit students for the Ministry Inquiry Program (MIP) * Manage the use of funds in collaboration with the Vice President for Student Life * Attend Student Life staff meetings and participate, when available, at special events conducted by colleagues Campus Stakeholder * Assist Admissions with prospective student contacts as requested * Engage faculty, staff, and other campus/community stakeholders * Host mission/service/ministry recruiters * Work with other Student Life members in carrying out common goals through on-going communication and by attending Student Life staff meetings * Assist other Student Life staff members as needed (i.e., during a co-worker's absence or in the event of an emergency) * Carry out other responsibilities and assignments as requested by the Vice President for Student Life Secondary Functions * Lead a Bible study or discussion group (1 hour per week) * Pursue involvement and advising of new Campus Ministry opportunities * Pursue opportunities and involvement in college sponsored events and activities * Visibility and access to connect with students, faculty, and staff weekly * Flexibility to participate/lead evening and weekend events/commitments * Connect with the Athletics department through meetings, one-on-one conversations with coaches, occasional attendance at practices when appropriate * Increase knowledge base in faith formation, intercultural competence, and other ministry training and capacity to pass that on to other ministry leaders * Assume the responsibility of educational instruction via workshops and activities for all students * Teach and demonstrate techniques, tactics, and strategies to help students reach their full potential * Provide constructive feedback and support to all students throughout their matriculation * Communicate effectively with students to ensure positive and supportive communities on campus * Stay current with educational trends and platforms that will enhance the development of students on and off campus Supervisory Responsibility * Supervise Student Chaplains, including: selection, training and development, accountability, and evaluation * Supervise first-year Ministry Assistants as part of the Employment Experiences Program * Plan and outline requirements and expectations for the Student Chaplains and Ministry Assistants Education and/or Experience * Bachelor's degree, required * Master's degree of Divinity, preferred Certifications, Licenses, Registrations * Ministerial credentials from recognized church/denomination, required * Valid driver's license, required Skills Required * Work independently and take initiative to improve programs and departmental procedures * Develop and maintain collaborative relationships and partnerships with campus/ community partners and stakeholders * Speak persuasively to large and small groups * Demonstrate a commitment to understanding and advocacy for students from various populations, specifically those that have been traditionally marginalized * Work well in a fast-paced, changing environment and adapt to new responsibilities, ideas and approaches * Adapt to a schedule that will include evenings and occasional weekends * Respond appropriately to students in crisis, and intervene in the event of an accident or crisis situation * Read and write sufficiently enough to complete paperwork including, but not limited to, contracts, correspondence with students, and inter-office communication * Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and guests over the phone, in unusual situations, and during crises * Utilize superior time-management skills to facilitate the completion of the essential job functions Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the posit ion require: * Minimal lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and reaching * Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as telephone, calculator, copy machine, and printer for extended periods of time * Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one classroom or building location to another * Ascending and descending stairs * Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extended periods of time * Ability to function well in a standard office setting * Medium/indoor work environment Work Environment and Conditions All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the ' (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification. Application Information Please complete a Bethel College application and upload a cover letter, resume and minimum of three references with contact information. Apply now