Protestant Fellow

FHLB Des Moines; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Williams College seeks a Protestant Fellow to provide pastoral care and leadership for Protestant students within the Chaplains’ Office. This two-year, part-time position will support student-led religious communities and coordinate programming on campus in Williamstown, MA.

The Fellow will work 12 hours per week, including some evenings/weekends, with no remote/hybrid option, and engage in events, retreats, and collaborations with campus staff. A Master’s degree and CPE are preferred.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience is required.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.
• Experience advising students and familiarity with college chaplaincy or campus ministry settings are desirable but not required.
• At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care to Protestant students.
• Identify spiritual and religious needs of Protestant students.
• Develop programming to support Protestant students.
• Meet with local Protestant clergy to steward relationships.
• Lead retreats on and off-campus.
• Advise Protestant student leaders.
• Communicate with Protestant student community through newsletters.
• Meet 1:1 with volunteers supporting Protestant RSOs.
• Participate in ecumenical and interfaith programming.
• Manage Lessons & Carols and other College events.

Skills

Pastoral care

Student advising

Community building

Event planning

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Job description

Williams College seeks a student‑centered, collaborative, and highly motivated individual to serve as the Protestant Fellow in the Chaplains’ Office. This is a part‑time position that will provide the successful candidate an opportunity to learn about and engage in campus ministry at a residential, liberal arts college.

The Chaplains’ Office oversees and guides spiritual and religious life at Williams College. Supervised by the Director of Catholic Life & Christian Partnerships, the Fellow will work with Protestant Christian students to build and nurture student‑led religious and spiritual communities on campus, connect students with spiritual and religious resources within Williamstown, and provide logistical support for larger College events such as Lessons and Carols. The Fellow will be a valued member of the Chaplains’ Office team, regularly attending Chaplains’ Office staff meetings and participating in occasional gatherings with student‑facing staff members from other departments. Meeting with students 1:1, in small groups, and through more formal events and programming, the Fellow will join in the work of the Office to offer timely, sensitive, and appropriate pastoral and spiritual care.

Position Details

This is a two‑year, renewable position. The Fellow is expected to work 12 hours per week, including some nights and weekends, for 10 months of the academic year (occasional day travel and overnight travel will be likely). This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care to Protestant students
• Identify spiritual and religious needs of Protestant students
• Develop programming to support the needs of Protestant students
• Meet with local Protestant clergy to steward relationships
• Lead retreats on and off‑campus
• Advise Protestant student leaders
• Communicate with broader Protestant student community through regular newsletter
• Meet 1:1 with volunteer(s) who support Protestant Registered Student Organizations (RSOs)
• Participate in Ecumenical, Interfaith, and multi‑religious programming (including evenings and weekends)
• Manage Lessons & Carols and other College events

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience is required.
• A Master’s degree or equivalent is required. If a candidate does not have a Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent, they may still be a strong candidate if they have more than three years of leadership experience in their denomination, church, or worship community.
• A valid Driver’s License
• Preferred: Experience advising students and familiarity with College chaplaincy or campus ministry settings are all desirable, but not required.
• At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Application review will begin on September 14, 2026.

Pay range is from $24-$27/hour, commensurate with experience.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable.

Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non‑discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at [phone] or email at [e-mail].

Location

Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshires—known as a cultural corridor—are a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top‑notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world‑class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany‑Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three‑hour drive. The college's vibrant 450‑acre campus is home to approximately 2,000 students who bring vibrancy to picturesque Williamstown. Many people relocate here for their job at Williams but stay for the community connections that they build. We hope you’ll take some time to explore the resources here and get to know more about our community—the one here on campus as well as the broader communities of Williamstown and the Berkshires.