University Chaplain: Spiritual Life & Interfaith Leader

Paycom - ATS; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisk University seeks an experienced University Chaplain to lead spiritual life programs, provide pastoral care to students, and serve as the primary preacher in the Chapel. You will foster interfaith understanding and campus engagement across university constituencies.

The role requires a Master’s degree in theology (M.Div) with at least two years in higher education chaplaincy, budget oversight, and collaboration with faculty and community partners to advance spiritual growth and campus

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in theology or related field required.
• Doctoral degree or CPE units preferred.
• Experience in higher education chaplaincy and worship leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate campus spiritual life programming and weekly activities.
• Create a student leadership council for religious life planning.
• Provide pastoral care to Fisk University students and others.
• Serve as an ambassador for the university in community settings.
• Lead liturgical services and be the primary Chapel preacher.
• Manage chaplain budget and oversee chapel facility operations.
• Participate in campus events and external community engagements.

Skills

Pastoral care

Public speaking

Interfaith competency

Budget management

Education

Master's Degree in theology (M.Div)

Doctoral Degree (D.Min/ D.Theol/ Ph.D.)

Job description

Fisk University seeks an experienced University Chaplain to lead spiritual life programs, provide pastoral care to students, and serve as the primary preacher in the Chapel. You will foster interfaith understanding and campus engagement across university constituencies.

The role requires a Master’s degree in theology (M.Div) with at least two years in higher education chaplaincy, budget oversight, and collaboration with faculty and community partners to advance spiritual growth and campus