Multifaith Campus Chaplain & Spiritual Life Director

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific seeks a Director of Religious and Spiritual Life / University Chaplain to provide vision and oversee programming and campus affiliate staffing for the Religious and Spiritual Life ecosystem. The role serves diverse students, guiding faith-based activities and personal spiritual growth, and collaborating with campus partners to promote an inclusive campus community.

The position emphasizes interfaith programming, staff leadership, religious accommodations, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in theology or related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ professional chaplaincy or ministry experience.
• Ability to work positively with diverse populations.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Administrative experience overseeing personnel, budgets and programming.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, active campus presence engaging students and faith-based groups.
• Serve as a resource for students seeking engagement, guidance, or belonging.
• Hire, onboard, supervise Campus Affiliate Ministers and engage faith leaders.
• Design, implement and oversee programming for a spiritually diverse audience.
• Collaborate with CARE and CAPS on student crisis support as appropriate.
• Lead development of the multi-faith calendar with DEI leadership.
• Advise on religious accommodations and connections with local faith communities.
• Represent the University to church and denominational bodies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in theology, religious studies, philosophy, ethics, spirituality or related discipline

Job description

University of the Pacific seeks a Director of Religious and Spiritual Life / University Chaplain to provide vision and oversee programming and campus affiliate staffing for the Religious and Spiritual Life ecosystem. The role serves diverse students, guiding faith-based activities and personal spiritual growth, and collaborating with campus partners to promote an inclusive campus community.

The position emphasizes interfaith programming, staff leadership, religious accommodations, and