Campus Minister

Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Dallas invites applications for a Campus Minister (2026) to provide spiritual and academic formation in the Catholic faith and to accompany students throughout the academic year. The role includes faith formation programming, retreats, liturgical support, and collaborative ministry work with staff and student leaders.

The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in theology or related field and have 1–2 years of campus ministry or parish experience, with strong listening,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field; 1–2 years campus ministry or parish experience preferred.
• Experience in faith formation programming and student accompaniment is desirable.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual guidance to students, faculty, and staff; ongoing and as needed.
• Coordinate care with counseling department and other campus entities.
• Create curriculum for weekly faith formation groups with director support.
• Lead talks and advertise events; manage associated administrative duties.
• Design and oversee retreats and staff peer-led ministry teams.
• Provide liturgical support for Masses, weddings, and special events as assigned.
• Coordinate outreach through community service and mission trips.
• Advise and supervise campus ministry student clubs as needed.

Skills

Spiritual direction

Pastoral care

Curriculum development

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in theology, religious studies, or pastoral ministry

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS

Job Description

POSITION: Campus Minister (2026)

DEPARTMENT: Office of Campus Ministry

SUPERVISOR: Director of Campus Ministry

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUMMARY:

The campus minister will provide both spiritual and academic formation in the Catholic faith through faith formation programming and service opportunities, as well as interpersonal accompaniment of the University of Dallas student body throughout the academic year.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accompaniment / Spiritual Direction

• Provide spiritual advice to current students, faculty, and staff (ongoing and as needed).


• Minister to, care for, walk with, listen to, pray with students in need.


• Coordinate care with the counseling department, CARE team, OSA and other departments as needed.

Ministry Support

In collaboration with other campus ministers:

• Create curriculum for weekly discussion group/faith formation community with assistance from the Director of Campus Ministry.


• Male campus minister: form student men as peer leaders within community of UD Men’s Society or Knights of Columbus.


• Female campus minister: form student women as peer leaders within community of UD Campus Ministry female ministry.


• Give frequent talks throughout the year; advertise and execute all events for the ministry.


• Manage all administrative work that this duty entails.

Retreats

In collaboration with other campus ministers:

• Design retreat programs to meet the established objectives of the Genesis, Winter, and Exodus retreats.


• Vet, select and empower student leaders to direct and staff peer-led Campus Ministry retreats.


• Give talks as required.


• Coordinate and provide oversight of travel.


• Manage related administrative duties.

Liturgical and Sacramental Support

If assigned:

• Provide liturgical support for Sunday and daily Masses as well as weddings, funerals and special events, as assigned.


• Planning, coordination, and communication of liturgies to necessary parties; preparing Mass intention list for celebrant and the prayers of the faithful;


• Recruiting, training, and scheduling students to assist as lectors, altar servers, sacristans, and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion; Filling these roles in the absence of students;


• Coordinating monthly schedule of priests (and deacons) to cover all Masses and confessions;

Outreach/Mission Support

If assigned:

• Coordinate monthly community service outings with area non-profits, churches, care centers, etc.


• Select Alternative Spring Break (ASB) team through application and interview process; oversee and implement fundraising activities; lead faith formation and development sessions for ASB team prior to mission trip; serve as lead minister on mission trip; manage all administrative work that this duty entails


• Advertise events; coordinate student registration for events; transport and participate at event; manage all administrative work that this duty entails.

Student Club Advisor/Liaison

If assigned:

• Oversee campus clubs’ activities (those that fall under Campus Ministry); attend certain club events; act as chaperone for at least one weekend trip per year for pro-life club; provide operational/spiritual guidance.

Administrative Support

If assigned

• Provide administrative support to the Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry.


• Update website as requested.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
All employees are responsible for compliance with published university policies and procedures, including but not limited to requirements detailed in the most current employee handbook.
Other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Office of Campus Ministry and the Church of the Incarnation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

COMPETENCY CATEGORIES:

Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Ethical Conduct, Interpersonal skills, Personal Effectiveness/Credibility, Oral & Written Communication, Planning and Prioritizing, Problem Solving, Teambuilding, and Work Ethic.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree required (degree in theology, religious studies, or pastoral ministry preferred); One to two years of experience in a college campus ministry, parish young adult, or comparable setting preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

An understanding of and commitment to the values and objectives of Catholic liberal education and the ability to effectively communicate with academically talented college students. Understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and the ability to teach it to others. Strong ability to listen and advise young adults in difficult situations (spiritual accompaniment, human formation). Strong team building and leadership development skills. High level of organizational skills and interpersonal skills. Proven ability in planning and implementing programs, equipping volunteer staff, and working with community organizations to the broader community. Proficiency in Google Workspace applications (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides Drive and Forms) and other online software and apps (Calendly, Canva, Instagram/Facebook) that could be used for advertisement purposes. Ability to work in both on a team and independently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work isgenerallyperformedwithin an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Requires time working outdoors during student events, retreats, and mission trips, resulting in exposure to the weather. The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderately high due to large size of some student gatherings.

Physical Demands

The work will require sitting for long periods, standing, walking, and climbing stairs. Requires use of hands to type and handle various documents. May require individual to lift or use materials for manual labor dependent upon community service opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job requires the ability to work irregular work hours, including evenings, weekends, and school holidays and often on short notice. Flexible schedule will be worked out wit the Director of Campus Ministry to allow for alternate time off.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The signature below constitutes the employee’s understanding of the requirements and essential duties of the position.

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