Hours Per Week: Full-time
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond is seeking a Campus Minister to serve the Catholic Campus Ministry at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA.
James Madison University is a public, liberal arts university with an undergraduate population of approximately 20,000 students. The Campus Minister, alongside the other members of the Campus Ministry Team, is responsible for coordinating pastoral, programmatic, and catechetical activity of the Catholic Campus Ministry with student leaders. The Campus Minister is also responsible for developing student leaders, pastorally responding to student needs, and accompanying students during their college experience. An ideal candidate will be a practicing Catholic who has a commitment to prayer, a desire to know God, and an excitement to share the Gospel with college students.
Qualifications: Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required with a master’s degree preferred (in a relevant field). 2-3 years of prior experience in pastoral work, preferably campus ministry.
Minimum Requirements:
- Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks.
- Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 30 days of hire.