Campus Chaplain & Director of Spiritual Life

ACSLHE; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson College seeks a Director of Religious and Spiritual Life and Campus Chaplain to lead the college chaplaincy, support diverse faith groups, and provide pastoral care campus-wide. Strong leadership, budget oversight, and interfaith programming are essential for fostering spiritual growth and community.

The role oversees staff, coordinates worship and observances, and develops outreach to students, faculty, and staff in a diverse, urban campus setting.

Qualifications

• Advanced academic training in divinity or related field with strong faith leadership experience.
• Experience in college environments or with college-aged populations; interfaith programming.
• Excellent public speaking, pastoral care, counseling, and budget/staff supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Hires, supervises, and evaluates chaplain staff and student workers; oversees office operations.
• Coordinates interfaith and intercultural programs and collaborates with campus partners.
• Develops monthly communications highlighting religious observances and campus faith life.

Skills

Public speaking

Pastoral care

Interfaith programming

Budget management

Staff supervision

Administrative skills

Education

Master’s in divinity or related field

Tools

Banner

Google Docs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Emerson College seeks a Director of Religious and Spiritual Life and Campus Chaplain to lead the college chaplaincy, support diverse faith groups, and provide pastoral care campus-wide. Strong leadership, budget oversight, and interfaith programming are essential for fostering spiritual growth and community.

The role oversees staff, coordinates worship and observances, and develops outreach to students, faculty, and staff in a diverse, urban campus setting.