Campus Minister and Service and Justice Coordinator
UNC Newman Catholic Student Center
Location
Chapel Hill, NC | United States
Job description
Campus Minister and Service & Justice Coordinator
Overview: The Newman Catholic Community is a vibrant campus ministry/parish serving the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As the Campus Minister and Service & Justice Coordinator, you join a staff excited about inviting people to encounter Jesus Christ and carry Jesus' mission into the UNC community and the world.
Job Summary:
You work with the Associate Director of Campus Ministry to supervise, disciple, and accompany a large team of volunteer student leaders who run our campus ministry program; you work with the Pastor to promote, organize, and execute service and justice initiatives for both students and parishioners.
Responsibilities:
- Support and assist student leaders in execution of "Carolina Catholic Night," Newman's mid-week large-group event, which draws 80-120 students for a student speaker, activity, praise and worship with Newman's student band, and a student-cooked meal.
- Collaborate with Associate Director and student leaders on campus ministry offerings such as retreats, outreach, and social events.
- Assist in the promotion of campus ministry and service & justice events on social media.
- Supervise the student Service & Justice team, to promote, organize, and execute Fall and Spring service days.
- Serve as the liaison with Newman's community partners (Durham Community Food Pantry, Orange County Justice United, and Habitat for Humanity) to organize, promote and execute service and justice initiatives.
- Serve as liaison with Newman's sister parish, St. Julia Parish in Siler City, to promote, organize, and execute the Advent/Christmas gift card collection and the ministry of the Mobile Dental Clinic.
- Serve as liaison with the Office of Human Life and Dignity of the Diocese of Raleigh, as feasible.
- Other tasks and initiatives, as feasible, decided in conjunction with the Associate Director of Campus Ministry and assigned by the Pastor.
Other Expectations:
- Regular ministry of presence at the student Mass on Sundays and at the Activity Center during the week.
- Attendance at weekly staff meetings.
- Resource person for students' spiritual and leadership development.
- Particular outreach and care for new students.
Qualifications:
- Practicing Catholic in good standing.
- Undergraduate degree with at least two years of ministry, volunteer service, or professional experience.
- Team-oriented and collaborates well with students, parishioners, and staff.
- A "people person" - outgoing, friendly, self-confident, willing to initiate conversations.
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Current valid driver's license and personal transportation.
- Completion or willingness to complete required Safe Environment training and background check for the Diocese of Raleigh.
- You are energetic, organized, and have a good sense of humor.
TO APPLY
Please submit all application materials electronically to [REMOVED - SEE ORIGINAL LISTING]
- Resume or c.v.;
- Evidence of relevant experience and accomplishments related to the listed job responsibilities-this may be submitted as a cover letter of up to 500 words or a short video or audio recording of five minutes or less;
- Two letters of recommendation, at least one of which must certify your active practice of the Catholic faith;
Position opening summer 2024. Deadline for receipt of all application materials is Friday, March 29, 2024.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This is a full-time, 12-month position with flexible work hours. Competitive salary. Full benefits package of the Diocese of Raleigh (health, dental and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; paid vacation; and retirement).
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