Campus Minister - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Job Description

A Record of Success: The King’s University in Edmonton is a lively, dynamic and nurturing learning environment.King’s learning experience is enhanced by the institution’s strong commitment to community service and facultyresearch. King’s offers fully accredited three- and four-year Bachelor degrees in the arts, humanities, social sciences,natural sciences, and commerce, as well as a two-year Bachelor of Education after-degree. King’s currently servesover 900 students of all ages from a variety of backgrounds from across Canada and abroad, representing awide variety of nations.Campus MinisterPaternity Leave, Part-time .75FTEPOSITION SUMMARYThe Campus Minister is a member of the Student Life Department with a primary responsibility forleadership in the planning, development, and implementation of educationally meaningful opportunitiesthat promote spiritual formation in alignment with The King’s mission. The Campus Minister will serve theKing’s community with particular emphasis on students by providing pastoral care and spiritual direction,cultivating robust corporate worship, developing student leaders, encouraging participation in spiritualdisciplines, and by encouraging community life and belonging that fosters a healthy spiritual institutionalclimate.This is a 9-month paternity leave position with potential evening and weekend hours.KEY RESONSIBILITIES

• Provide spiritual mentoring, care, and direction to students, faculty, and staff as required
• Recruit, train, and mentor student leaders hired through the Student Leadership program
• Provide leadership in the planning and implementation of a visionary, relevant, and integrated

chapel program for the entire campus, celebrating the diverse Christian backgrounds within thecommunity.

• Develop and assess student learning and program outcomes
• Provide opportunities for participation in spiritual disciplines such as prayer, retreats, reflection,

small groups, and service.

• Oversee all aspects of campus worship including direct oversight of Worship Leader
• Responsible for coordinating, supporting, and working with volunteer ministry leaders, including

spiritual directors, life coach, and chaplains

• Participate in institutional public events as required
• Serve as a member of the Student Life Leadership Team
• Serve on institutional committees as required
• Maintain and plan a yearly budget
• Collaborate with other departments across the institution in various programs and initiatives
• Positively represent the university to alumni, parents, students, neighbors, community, and

colleagues.

• As may be requested, represent The King’s University through sermons and other speaking

engagements at churches and other organizations.QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s degree in related field with extensive ministry experience with young adults. Minimum of 5 years ofleadership in pastoral or campus-based ministry with prior experience in higher education preferred.Other Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Skilled in program development and implementation
• Ability to lead and mentor student leaders
• Committed to servant leadership
• Skilled in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all departments and employees in a team-

oriented environment.

• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries, complaints, and student issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful and effective relationships with a diverse, multicultural

student and staff population.

• Training in areas such as suicide prevention, conflict resolution, mental health first aid and/or first

responder considered an asset.

• Evidences a mature confidence and growing relationship with Christ and an active prayer life.
• Genuine concern for others and their holistic development.
• Equity and inclusivity minded.
• Firm endorsement of the mission and statement of faith of The King’s University
• Impeccable character and a reputation for healthy interpersonal relationships.
• Passionate about the spiritual formation and discipleship in the context of holistic ministry

(spiritual, mental, emotional, physical).Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Forward resumes to:Human ResourcesThe King’s University9125-50 Street, Edmonton, AlbertaT6B 2H3E-mail: humanresources@kingsu.ca.We appreciate all applicants for considering The King's University as a potential employer, however, onlythose considered for an interview will be contacted.The King's University respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. We welcome applications from all qualifiedindividuals including members of visible minorities, Indigenous, First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples and persons withdisabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents willbe given priority.