Director of Evangelization and Outreach

Job Description

St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center
Washington State University

Director of Evangelization & Outreach
Position Summary
The Director of Evangelization & Outreach is a missionary leader called to partner with the Holy Spirit in bringing revival, encounter, and transformation to the campus at Washington State University. This role ignites a culture of Scripture-centered evangelization, charismatic encounter with Jesus Christ, and radical discipleship that invites students out of spiritual indifference into thriving encounter and community.
You will build relational, joy-filled pathways for students, especially those unconnected to the Church, to experience the adventure of faith, encounter the living God, and be formed as missionary disciples who carry the fire of the New Evangelization back into their relationships, Greek life, classrooms, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities
Campus Outreach & Encounter
Lead and coordinate charismatic, Holy Spirit-dependent outreach initiatives, especially semester Kickoff Week, that sparks curiosity, conversion, and commitment
Maintain a vibrant, welcoming, Scripture-inspired tabling presence on campus that invites students into meaningful conversations about Jesus
Train, release, and empower students in relational evangelization grounded in the Gospel and dependent on the Holy Spirit
Develop creative evangelistic strategies that reflect campus culture while pointing to the beauty of discipleship
Personally engage students with warmth, truth, and invitation into their first encounters with Christ
Inspire and equip students to embrace a lifestyle of mission, not merely attendance

Greek Life Evangelization & Missionary Influence
Cultivate authentic relationships within fraternities and sororities that open doors for discipleship and Gospel witness
Build a bold missionary presence within Greek life that invites students into the adventure of following Jesus
Raise up and mentor student leaders within Greek life who carry contagious joy in Scripture, prayer, and mission
Facilitate small groups and faith conversations that help students wrestle with faith and take ownership of their discipleship

Damascus Night
Oversee Damascus Night as a primary evangelistic "Win Event", a weekly opportunity for powerful encounter and Gospel clarity
Ensure every Damascus Night reflects dynamic engagement with Scripture, authentic worship, and openness to the Holy Spirit's movement
Collaborate on compelling themes, creative testimonies, and life-giving encounters that resonate with students from all backgrounds
Empower students to lead with confidence and spiritual boldness
Make every entry point accessible, relational, joyful, and transformational
Lead planning of the Fall Retreat as a major encounter moment with Jesus
Build clear, relational follow-up pathways into discipleship groups, leadership formation, sacramental life, and long-term mission

Discipleship Formation & Pathways to Mission
Build intentional bridges from initial encounter into deep discipleship rooted in Scripture and the sacraments
Align outreach with systems that guide students toward growth, spiritual maturity, and formation as missionary disciples
Inspire students to take next steps, from outreach events to small groups, spiritual mentoring, and leadership roles
Train students to carry the mission forward, creating ongoing cycles of evangelization and disciple-making

Collaboration with STM Team
Partner closely with the Director of Student Leadership & OCIA to welcome and form students into deeper discipleship
Coordinate worship elements with the Director of Worship to create environments of encounter
Participate in weekly staff prayer, listening for the Holy Spirit's leading in mission and ministry
Contribute energetically to staff meetings, student tracking, and shared strategy with a focus on kingdom impact

Qualifications
Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church
College degree & minimal experience of 3 years leading
Deep devotion to Jesus Christ, Sacred Scripture, the Sacramental life, and the Holy Spirit
Strong commitment to Catholic teaching and missionary discipleship
Experience in campus ministry, charismatic environments, or evangelistic outreach preferred
An understanding how Social Media plays an understanding into social outreach
FOCUS, SPO, missionary formation, or similar background highly desirable
Confidence in relational evangelization and comfort with charismatic prayer in full fidelity to Church teaching
Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills
A joyful, courageous, and Spirit-led presence that invites others into relationship with Christ

Mail or email resume to:

Fr. Paul Heric
St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center
Washington State University
820 NE B Street
Pullman, WA 99163
Email: pheric@dioceseofspokane.org

For Questions Please Call

Fr. Paul Heric
Cell: 509.599.8437

About the Employer

At St. Thomas More our mission is to be a light on the hill that fosters an atmosphere of healing, purpose, and hope through Jesus Christ to WSU students.