The Campus Ministry Coordinator will embrace and advance the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the University by meeting the spiritual and communal needs of the campus that aligns with the vision and goals for the Office of Franciscan Student Life & Servant Leadership (FSLSL). This position works in strong collaboration with the Director of Student Franciscan Life & Servant Leadership, the Coordinator of Franciscan Student Life, and other colleagues within Student Affairs, and other administrative and professional colleagues across campus. This role assists in the enhancement and maintenance of a distinctly Catholic and Franciscan campus environment through the planning, coordination, and implementation of student-centered programming such as retreats, community building opportunities, conferences, liturgy, campus events, services projects, etc. This position will create intentional outreach initiatives to our students at the University while facilitation meaningful connections with each other, the University mission and its core values, a commitment to their personal vocations, and a deep relationship with Jesus Christ.
Responsibilities
- Mission Advancement
- Embrace and advance the Catholic and Franciscan mission of the University by facilitating the spiritual life of the campus, including sacramental, formative, and spiritual community initiatives
- Sacramental Coordination
- Ensures the availability of sacramental offerings by organizing Priests, supplies, schedules, and liturgical seasonal events such as Mass, Reconciliation, and other university-supported sacramental needs, as requested
- Conference, Mission Trips, and Pilgrimage Leadership
- Facilitate opportunities for student conferences, such as SEEK (an invitation to explore life’s big questions and discover one’s purpose through faith, fellowship, and a deeper relationship with Christ), and oversee the planning, development, and coordination of local, national, and international mission trips
- Student Spiritual Formation
- Coordinate the provision of spiritual guidance and formation to students through one-on-one encounters and programs offered within FSLSL, fostering faith development and servant leadership
- Community Engagement
- Develop programs that enhance opportunities for community building within the spiritual context
- Collaborative Partnerships
- Establish and maintain internal and external partnerships on campus, the Diocese of Baton Rouge, and other external partners to expand ministry initiatives
- Student Leadership Formation
- Organize and facilitate Student Advisory Boards to guide campus ministry initiatives and assist in student leadership development initiatives such as The Franciscan Experience (TFE) Summer and College Team formation
- Marketing and Promotion
- Participate in opportunities to market and promote campus ministry to the campus through programs such as orientations, campus events, off campus events, etc.
- Special Project Support
- Assist in planning and coordination of special projects, all related functions and other events/programs as assigned by the Director of Franciscan Student Life & Servant Leadership
- Additional Duties
- Support various programs, events, and administrative tasks aimed at fulfilling institutional goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience
Demonstrated experience in ministry (with college students/young adults), preferred
Education
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Theology, Ministry, or a related area; Three (3) – four (4) years’ of ministry experience could be substituted for Theology Degree or willingness to pursue Theology education
Special Skills
Excellent collaborative ability; effective communication strategies with college students, including social media platforms and e-mail; understanding of the role of Catholic higher education as outlined by Ex Corde Ecclesiae; a commitment to enhance the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the University; strong interpersonal and group communication skills; effective conflict management and resolution skills