University Chaplain

LRES Corporation; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago in Chicago, IL seeks a University Chaplain to lead Madonna della Strada Chapel, coordinating with campus ministry and Jesuit community, overseeing sacramental records and worship life.

The role requires a Jesuit priest with a Master’s degree in theology or related field and ministry experience; in-person work; open date 07/02/2026; salary range $110,000–$115,000 annually; strong collaborative and pastoral leadership needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in theology or related area and two years of ministry experience.
• Must be a priest of the Society of Jesus.
• Jesuit priest with pastoral leadership experience is required.
• Strong collaborative skills with university leadership and campus ministry.

Responsibilities

• Serve as canonical chaplain and rector of Madonna della Strada Chapel with Jesuit community guidance.
• Participate in the Division of Mission Integration leadership team.
• Promote Catholic intellectual tradition, Ignatian pedagogy, and spirituality on campus.
• Liaise between the University and Jesuit community on mission integration.
• Provide pastoral outreach and care to students through prayer leadership, retreats, and spiritual direction.
• Serve on Mission and Culture Committee and attend Board of Trustees meetings.
• Support mission-related activities and external representation as needed.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned.

Skills

Theology

Ministry Experience

Jesuit Priest

Education

Master’s degree in theology

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

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University Chaplain

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Position Details

Job Title: CHAPLAIN
Position Number: 8102508
Work Modality: Fully In-Person
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?: No
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name: MISSION AND IDENTITY
Location Code: MISSION AND IDENTITY (01800A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?: No

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the canonical chaplain and rector of Madonna della Strada Chapel working with the Director of Campus Ministry, Campus Minister for Liturgy and Catechesis, and Jesuit Community to ensure a vibrant worshipping community. Responsible for all sacramental record keeping, with assistance provided by the Office Operations and Hospitality Manager.
• Participate as a member of the leadership team of the Division of Mission Integration.
• Assist in the University’s efforts to promote a deeper understanding and integration of the Catholic intellectual tradition, Catholic social and moral teaching, Ignatian pedagogy, Ignatian spirituality, and the like.
• Serve as a liaison between the University and the Jesuit community in matters of mission integration.
• In cooperation with Campus Ministry team, provides pastoral outreach and care to students through (for example) prayer leadership, vocational discernment groups, retreats, response to wellness calls, and spiritual direction.
• Serves on the Mission and Culture Committee and attends all meetings of the full Board of Trustees.
• Serves on the Jesuit Recruitment Committee assisting in identifying and recruiting Jesuits to study and work in various capacities at the University.
• Supports the Division of University Advancement, as requested, in the promotion of mission-related activities and efforts.
• Represents the University to external constituencies as requested by the president or vice president for mission integration.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Master’s degree in theology or a social science-related area and two years of ministry experience. Must be a priest of the Society of Jesus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong work ethic
• Person of integrity, honesty, and with a deep spiritual life
• Diplomatic and collaborative partner, capable of bringing together diverse groups of constituents
• Effective problem solver
• Person of wisdom and experience, capable of providing counsel and advice to University leadership.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Validly ordained Roman Catholic priest in good standing, preferably a Jesuit.

Computer Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Physical Demands

None

Open Date

07/02/2026

Close Date

Position

Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$115,000/ann

Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$110,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes -including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences- Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail.

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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