Director of Campus Ministry

Job Description

Overview:
The Benedictine Schools of Richmond, consisting of Benedictine College Preparatory and Saint Gertrude High School, seek a dynamic and faith-filled Director of Campus Ministry to serve as a leader and integral member of our school communities. The Director of Campus Ministry will guide and support the spiritual and religious life of the students, faculty, and staff, promoting a Catholic environment that embodies the Benedictine tradition of prayer, work, and study. The Director of Campus Ministry will play a key role in the academic, spiritual, and community life of the schools participating in various school events.

Primary Responsibilities
Spiritual Leadership:
• Actively engage with students, providing spiritual counseling, support, and mentorship.
• Assist the guidance department as needed with counseling of students.
• Lead school prayer services, retreats, and other religious observances in accordance with the liturgical calendar.
• Offer spiritual direction to students, faculty, and staff, responding to the needs of the community.
• Assist the facilities staff with coordination and space reservations for the Chapel in each school.
• Train teachers to provide spiritual direction.
• Coordinate speakers and provide resources on faith-related instruction.
Community Engagement:
• Daily participation in daily school events, including but not limited to, sporting events, military events at Benedictine College Prep, and other school traditions and both BCP and SGHS.
• Attend faculty and staff meetings as needed to provide spiritual guidance and insight.
• Be present and actively engaged in daily student and school activities both on and off of campus.
• Build relationships with students, parents, and staff, creating an atmosphere of trust, openness, and faith.
Benedictine Tradition and Identity:
• Uphold and promote the Benedictine values within both schools.
• Collaborate with school leaders to ensure that all programs and events align with the Benedictine charism and Catholic principles.
• Enhance the Benedictine charism in prayer, worship, and practice.
• Inculcate the Rule of St. Benedict in the culture of the Benedictine Schools of Richmond.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
• A strong background in Catholic theology, with preference for advanced degrees in Theology or Divinity.
• Experience working in a high school setting is preferred, especially in Catholic or Benedictine schools.
• Deep understanding and appreciation for the Rule of St. Benedict or eagerness to learn.
Skills and Abilities:
• Deep commitment to the Catholic faith and appreciation for the Benedictine charism, with the ability to articulate and model those beliefs to the school community.
• Ability to teach effectively and connect with high school students in the classroom.
• Ability to provide guidance and support in individual and group settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative spirit and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders in the school community.

To apply please submit the following to the Human Resources Manager, Jaime Harmeyer at jharmeyer@benedictineschools.org:
• A cover letter expressing your interest in this specific position
• Your resume
• A completed application found here:https://www.benedictineschools.org/about/employment-opportunities
• A writing sample of less than 500 words in response to one of the following two prompts:
o What about our educational philosophy excites you about working at the Benedictine Schools of Richmond?
o Our leadership program focuses on 9 traits: Justice, Empathy, Dependability, Integrity, Courage, Humility, Obedience, Magnanimity, Prudence, and Perseverance. We challenge our faculty to help foster each of these traits in every one of our students. Which of these traits do you exemplify most and why? Which trait do you still need to develop and why?

About the Employer

SAINT GERTRUDE HIGH SCHOOL
Saint Gertrude High School, an independent
Catholic, college-preparatory school,
prepares and inspires young women to meet
the challenges of their changing world.
BENEDICTINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY
We will form Christian men of conscience,
discipline, and achievement.