Assistant Director of Campus Ministry

Gonzaga College High School•Washington, DC

5d•$56,000 - $72,000

About The Position

Gonzaga College High School is seeking an experienced, full-time high school Assistant Director of Campus Ministry beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will be a practicing Roman Catholic, possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in theology or related field, have 2 to 4 years of experience in direct ministry, be familiar with Jesuit education and Ignatian spirituality, and be able to support the school mission of building young men who are religious, loving, academically competent, open to growth, and committed to doing justice. This is a 10-month position with additional responsibilities during and after the school day and in the summer. Responsibilities include retreats, service and justice programs, sacramental life and promoting the overall faith life of the school. Gonzaga College High School is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported. The salary for this position ranges from $56,000 to $72,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. We also offer comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Gonzaga is a Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school founded in 1821, for young men in grades nine through twelve located in Washington, DC. Gonzaga offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum that provides a broad range of major course offerings including honors and advanced placement courses, complemented by a selection of electives and co-curricular activities. Retreats and Christian service, in the Jesuit tradition, are the hallmark of a Gonzaga education. There are seventeen interscholastic sports teams at Gonzaga, as well as musical and dramatic performing arts ensembles, and many clubs and student organizations. A resume and cover letter are a required part of the application process. Cover letters should highlight relevant experience and particular areas of expertise and demonstrate how said experience and education would add value to the community at Gonzaga College High School.

Requirements

Practicing Roman Catholic
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in theology or related field
2 to 4 years of experience in direct ministry
Be familiar with Jesuit education and Ignatian spirituality
Be able to support the school mission of building young men who are religious, loving, academically competent, open to growth, and committed to doing justice
Strong attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills

Responsibilities

Assists with the facilitation of underclassmen volunteer efforts: including the McKenna Center, Unique Residential, Gonzaga Kitchen Project, Conway Residence, among others.
Assists with organizing one-time service projects such as the Ignatian Family Teach-in, Catholic Charities, Annual Youth Service Day, the Adopt a Family Program, Arrupe Leaders Summit and any Ignatian Solidarity Network Programs.
Assists with coordinating the summer and spring Immersion Programs, annual schoolwide Days of Service, and each class year service requirement.
Communicate with parents and faculty about the service programs.
Assist in collaboration with Associate Director and Director of Campus Ministry.
Promote retreat attendance.
Assist in the preparations for retreats and assist/lead retreats and programming as needed.
Follow up with retreatants and leaders after each retreat.
Communicate with parents and faculty about the retreat programs.
Assist with evaluating and developing retreat and spiritual programs.
Model and encourage full, active, and conscious sacramental participation.
Assist with school wide and special liturgy planning and implementation.
Provide cura personalis (pastoral care for the whole individual student or community member) with a regard for appropriate boundaries.
Contribute ideas to the Campus Ministry team and offer invitations to students and community members to share the Joy of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Perform administrative work with strong attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong computer skills.
Collaborate as a team player to Campus Ministry programs and other school programming in support of Gonzaga's mission.