Episcopal Chaplain

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 88,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Medical insurance

Work-life balance benefits

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks an Episcopal Chaplain to advance Campus Ministry with Anglican and Episcopal partners, focusing on undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The role provides pastoral presence, programming, and sacramental services, while building ecumenical partnerships and supporting student formation.

Evening/weekend hours are required; position averages 20 hours weekly. The chaplain works with Protestant colleagues, maintains ties to local churches, and contributes to

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity from accredited graduate theological school
• Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent supervised ministry experience
• Three years’ relevant ministry experience, including preaching/worship leadership, program planning and pastoral counseling
• Ordination as an Episcopal priest, licensed in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington
• Ability to work creatively and collegially with chaplains, faculty and staff of other Christian and non-Christian religious traditions
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail; self-direction and ability to manage projects, set priorities, and navigate complex situations, both pastoral and organizational
• Requires regular evening and weekend hours, including Sunday services

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral presence, reflective programming and retreats; sacramental services and pastoral counseling
• Develop and maintain campus partnerships around intellectual, social and spiritual formation
• Support ecumenical and interreligious ministry environment within Campus Ministry
• Collaborate with Protestant Chaplaincy and other traditions to engage students and staff
• Represent the university at campus ceremonies and events; engage alumni and donors as appropriate

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Attention to detail; self-direction

Ability to work with diverse religious

Education

Master of Divinity

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

“Guided by Georgetown's Catholic and Jesuit tradition, with its abiding commitment to interreligious collaboration, Campus Ministry equips students to lead lives of deeper meaning, belonging, and purpose.” (Campus Ministry Mission Statement)

“Campus Ministry will be a vital resource to all students and a leading partner in the work of intellectual, social and spiritual formation across the university.” (Campus Ministry Vision Statement)

The Episcopal Chaplain advances this mission in collaboration with Protestant Chaplaincy staff and colleagues of other religious traditions, with a focus on undergraduate, graduate and professional school students. The Episcopal Chaplain is responsible for providing pastoral presence and support, reflective programming and retreats, sacramental religious services and pastoral counseling. In order to actualize Campus Ministry’s Vision, the Episcopal Chaplain develops and maintains campus partnerships around the intellectual, social and spiritual formation of students.

The Episcopal Chaplain contributes to the ecumenical and interreligious ministry environment of Campus Ministry and support the varieties of theological expression in the Protestant community, with a particular focus on those of the Anglican Communion and those churches in fellowship with the Episcopal Church. This position maintains mutually supportive and collaborative relationships with local Episcopal and Lutheran churches and support student participation in local churches. This position recognizes and affirm the Catholic identity, Jesuit mission and Ignatian spiritual tradition of the university, and cultivate a culture of respectful dialogue and collaboration among diverse students and staff.

This is a part-time position averaging 20 hours per week.

Work Interactions

The Episcopal Chaplain reports to the Managing Director or their designee. They work in close collaboration with other Protestant and non-Protestant chaplains at the university to minister to the diverse spiritual needs of the community. They contribute to the culture of belonging, and work intentionally to advance Campus Ministry’s racial justice goals. They work with faculty, administrators and undergraduate and graduate student leaders to promote the formation and holistic wellbeing of students. They serve as a primary spiritual resource to the campus community as well as engaging alumni and donors on behalf of the university.

The Episcopal Chaplain represents the university at campus ceremonies and events. They have a significant impact on the spiritual lives of students, faculty and staff; the reputation of Campus Ministry as a partner in the work of student formation; and the reputation of the university.

Requirements And Qualifications

• Master of Divinity from accredited graduate theological school
• Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent supervised ministry experience
• Three years’ relevant ministry experience, including preaching/worship leadership, program planning and pastoral counseling
• Ordination as an Episcopal priest, licensed in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, capable of serving diverse denominational, racial/ethnic, and religious constituencies.
• Ability to work creatively and collegially with chaplains, faculty and staff of other Christian and non-Christian religious traditions
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail; self-direction and ability to manage projects, set priorities, and navigate complex situations, both pastoral and organizational.
• Requires regular evening and weekend hours, including Sunday services

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$47,586.00 - $87,558.13

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf