Christian Chaplain (Casual)

Amherst College invites applications for the Christian Chaplain position. The position is part-time, casual, and non-benefited, with an expected range of $30.00-33.00 per hour. The Christian Chaplain serves a vital function in the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life by supporting the Christian community, particularly students, and the broader campus community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Trained in Christian tradition and able to facilitate Christian worship, prayer, and fellowship gatherings
• Organizational and pastoral care skills
• Ability to teach Christian tenets and provide a welcoming ministry to a diverse student population and the College community
• Previous professional work and/or volunteer experience, preferably in a Christian organization and/or working with college-age adults
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently, while also appreciating supervision and teamwork
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, vibrant, and pluralistic Christian community
• Ability to effectively engage students at all levels in Christian life and to serve as a resource in a pluralistic setting
• Ability to work flexible hours to engage students and attend events
• Strong oral, written, and non-verbal communication skills
• An ability to manage logistics and multiple tasks with competing deadlines
• Creative problem-solving
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• 401k Matching