Religious Life Program Coordinator - Southern Methodist University

Acslhe; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Methodist University in Dallas is looking for a Religious Life Program Coordinator. This role involves overseeing multi-religious initiatives and collaborating with the Office of the Chaplain to foster an inclusive community.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and experience in event management, student development, and assessment. This position requires evening and occasional weekend work, contributing to a vibrant religious life on campus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, preferably in Higher Education, Religion/Theology, or Social Science.
• Two years of relevant work experience needed.
• Experience with logistics and managing events is a must.

Responsibilities

• Create new multi-religious initiatives to foster community.
• Collaborate with clergy to support events and logistics.
• Conduct and analyze assessments for the office's programs.
• Identify and mentor student leaders.
• Work may include evenings and weekends.

Skills

Experience managing complex events

Student development experience

Assessment experience

Leadership development

Education

Master’s degree in Higher Education or related field

Job description

Religious Life Program Coordinator - Southern Methodist University

Job Title: Religious Life Program Coordinator

University: Southern Methodist University

Job Description

About the Position

The Program and Assessment Coordinator provides critical support and guidance to the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life at SMU. With a focus on assessment, student leadership development, and event planning and logistics, the Program and Assessment Coordinator collaborates with OCRL colleagues to achieve the goal of creating an inclusive community that celebrates intellectual curiosity, nourishes ethical decision making, cultivates deep spiritual exploration and supports faithful living in the world. Reporting to the Chaplain and Minister to the University, the Program and Assessment Coordinator brings knowledge of student affairs administration to the ministry of the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life. Persons of any religious tradition are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

• Create new multi-religious initiatives. Develop and implement programming that build religious literacy and/or multi-religious community in collaboration with Religious Life staff. Primary oversight for designated programs offered by the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life. Developing and implementing leadership opportunities.
• Collaborates with OCRL clergy and campus ministry affiliates to insure logistical support of all programs and events including space reservations, travel arrangements, catering and other related logistics.
• Primary assessment contact for the office. Work with the Chaplain to design, implement, analyze, and share assessment and evaluation efforts for the Division. Ensure all members of the department have resources to develop robust assessment for programs and services. Work with the collection and analysis of baseline data to identify trends and themes among affinity groups.
• Student Leadership Development, including identifying and mentoring student leaders.
• Regular evening work and occasional weekend work is required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree is required. A Master’s degree in Higher Education, Education, Religion/Theology, Social or Behavioral Science or related field is preferred.

Two years work experience is required, work experience may include graduate assistantships and/or internships.

Candidate must have experience managing complex events or logistical experience. Student development experience is required. Assessment experience is preferred.