Assistant Program Director, AMDG

Boston College; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as the Assistant Program Director for the AMDG program, where you will energize Catholic faith practices among youth and young adults. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with diverse groups, manage event logistics, and implement effective marketing strategies. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission and health insurance. If you are passionate about education and the Jesuit mission, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Tuition Remission

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Experience in educational environment and program management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a marketing plan for recruitment and communication.
• Coordinate logistics for retreats and manage budget operations.

Skills

Event Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree in Theology, Education, or Administration

Job description

Boston College Introduction

Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250 graduate and professional students. Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 888 full-time and 1,281 FTE faculty, 2,711 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.5 billion.

Job Description

A new initiative within the Institute for Advanced Jesuit Studies, the AMDG program draws from the Jesuit tradition and its extensive national and global networks to energize the religious practices of 625 youth and young adults. The program also offers mentorship development for 25 adults serving as Ambassadors, and up to 50 undergraduates as Beadles. Funded by the Lilly Endowment, the pilot includes 15 Jesuit high schools, five colleges/universities, and five parishes.

The Assistant Program Director, AMDG supports the Program Director in implementing this initiative rooted in the Jesuit tradition, focusing on energizing Catholic faith practices among youth and young adults. Key responsibilities include:

1. Create a marketing plan with the Program Director, including:

• Recruitment of institutions, Ambassadors, and participants
• Pre- and post-program marketing activities
• Ongoing communication with participants during the program

Coordinate logistics for retreats and pilgrimages

Assist in implementing assessment strategies to evaluate program effectiveness

Manage budget and financial operations in collaboration with the Associate Director, including reporting to the Lilly Endowment

Oversee logistics of Ambassador participation in the Institute’s Certificate in Jesuit Studies

Maintain a strong understanding and awareness of the Jesuit Catholic mission

If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter. This is a grant-funded position with benefits. The full-time equivalent hiring range is $57,800 to $72,250, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; a graduate degree in theology, education, or administration is preferred
• Experience in an educational environment preferred
• Event and/or program management experience required
• At least 2 years of professional experience, preferably in education or related fields
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Detail-oriented, problem-solving skills, creativity
• Ability to work effectively independently and in teams
• Ability to work with diverse groups
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Knowledge of Boston College’s Jesuit Catholic mission
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed during program activities

Closing Statement

Boston College offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission, health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and more. Additional benefits are detailed at https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook.

Boston College is committed to diversity and inclusion. We conduct pre-employment background checks and encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Learn more at https://www.bc.edu/diversity. Our nondiscrimination policy is available at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination.