Associate Director, Hispanic Youth & Young Adult Ministry Leadership

Boston College • Newton, MA

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About The Position

The Associate Director, Hispanic Youth & Young Adult Ministry Leadership Formation will coordinate networking, curriculum development, ministerial leadership formation, and event management efforts that involve Hispanic youth ministry leadership in the 11 dioceses of New England: Archdiocese of Boston, Archdiocese of Hartford, Diocese of Bridgeport, Diocese of Burlington, Diocese of Fall River, Diocese of Manchester, Diocese of Norwich, Diocese of Portland, Diocese of Providence, Diocese of Springfield (MA), and Diocese of Worcester. The person in this position will report administratively to Dr. Hosffman Ospino, professor and principal investigator for the grant supporting the position, and will be open to collaborating with other faculty and administrative teams to support the overall Hispanic Ministry programs of the Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry. Funding for this position will cover compensation for this position for the calendar years 2026 and 2027. The person in this position will have access to a designated budget to conduct activities, meetings and other related programming. 1. Networking Visit all 11 dioceses of New England in person twice a year to meet in person with leaders in Hispanic ministry, especially those working with Hispanic Catholic youth. Schedule three virtual meetings with diocesan leaders from New England identified as ministers advancing ministry with Hispanic Catholic youth. Each meeting will have a networking and formation topic. Topics to be determined with the project’s principal investigator. Identify ministers in Catholic parishes and organizations in New England advancing ministry with Hispanic Catholic youth. Develop and update a directory of diocesan, parish, and organizational leaders working with Hispanic Catholic youth in the dioceses of New England. Maintain regular communications with diocesan, parish, and organizational leaders. 2. Curriculum Development Design a Hispanic Catholic youth ministry leadership formation program based on the research and insights emerging from the report “Ministry with Young Hispanic Catholics: Towards a Recipe for Growth and Success” (Ospino, 2023). Develop resources to implement the curriculum Identify Hispanic Catholic youth ministry leadership formation resources from other parts of the country that could be implemented in the dioceses of New England. Broker a relationship with Instituto Fe y Vida, Inc., the Southeast Pastoral Institute, and ISKALI to identify curriculum resources for Hispanic Catholic youth ministry leadership formation that can be used in New England. 3. Ministerial Leadership Formation Launch and lead a Hispanic Catholic youth ministry leadership formation program with in-person and online components using the curriculum developed as part of this project. The program is to be repeated three times (every six months), starting Fall 2026. Most in-person events to be conducted at BC-CSTM, although some may take place in other parts of New England. Organize at least 1 formational initiative a year for diocesan personnel to raise awareness about ministry with Hispanic Catholic youth. Organize one large, one-day, in-person, regional event each year that brings together Hispanic Catholic youth ministry leaders and young people for presentations and formation workshops. 4. Event management Coordinate communications, logistics and execution associated with all events and formation activities related to the position. Coordinate with principal investigator and BC-CSTM administrative team to seek institutional support. Engage in conversation with existing administrative and formation units at BC-CSTM to maximize resources and strengthen internal collaboration. The Associate Director, Hispanic Youth & Young Adult Ministry Leadership Formation: Plans, consults and works closely under the direct supervision with the principal investigator for the project Oversees management of small projects in a collaborative environment Develops ministerial leadership formation curriculum and partners with other organizations that do likewise to enhance BC-CSTM efforts Represents Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry as part of the leadership outreach efforts in the 11 dioceses of New England Develops and implements formation programs for leaders in Hispanic youth ministry leadership formation on campus, off-site, and online Manages events associated with the position Helps with communications strategies Develops regular reports as requested by principal investigator. This position is 19 hours per week and is grant funded, with funding through December 2027.

Requirements

• Must be able to work under general supervision, multi-task, prioritize the workload, and demonstrate flexibility and teamwork within a team-oriented environment.
• This is a highly service-oriented position with frequent interactions with internal and external partners.
• The candidate to this position must have demonstrable experience in formation and curriculum development initiatives associated with ministry with Hispanic Catholic youth, with particular attention to relation-building partnerships, formation programs for people working with Hispanic youth, organizing skills, and the ability to interact effectively with pastoral leaders (lay and ordained).
• Develops and maintains working relationships with the principal investigator overseeing the project, faculty and administrators at BC-CSTM, diocesan and pastoral leaders in the Roman Catholic dioceses of New England, and partners from other organizations that are deemed important to strengthen outreach and formation initiatives.
• This position requires at minimum a Master’s degree in ministry/theology and demonstrated knowledge of Hispanic Catholic communities, traditions, organizations in the United States; the ability to develop formation programs, teach and train leaders; the capacity to manage small projects and bring them to completion; availability to effectively distribute weekly working hours to maximize impact, and to travel regularly within New England; ability to put envision, plan and execute events on campus, online and, on occasion, in dioceses throughout New England.
• At least 5 years of engagement inministry with young Hispanic Catholics, preferably overseeing regional and national projects.
• Experience developing curriculum.
• Fluency in English and Spanish - spokennand written
• Evident bicultural / intercultural competencies, with excellent understanding of the Hispanic community in New England
• Strong communication skills with particular attention to clarity and prompt responses
• Strong interpersonal interactions
• Knowledge of Hispanic Catholic culture and traditions
• Capacity to work as part of a team, listening attentively and sharing thoughts respectfully
• Strong familiarity with Catholic polity
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Cooperative team player who works well independently and with others in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to develop basic formation programs, teach in them, train mentors, and procure resources
• A high level of professionalism is necessary.
• Computer skills, including strong MS Office (Word, Excel) and Google Suite skills. Openness to learn how to use web development and maintenance tools.
• Familiarity with social media engagement and online.

Responsibilities

• Networking
• Curriculum Development
• Ministerial Leadership Formation
• Event management
• Plans, consults and works closely under the direct supervision with the principal investigator for the project
• Oversees management of small projects in a collaborative environment
• Develops ministerial leadership formation curriculum and partners with other organizations that do likewise to enhance BC-CSTM efforts
• Represents Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry as part of the leadership outreach efforts in the 11 dioceses of New England
• Develops and implements formation programs for leaders in Hispanic youth ministry leadership formation on campus, off-site, and online
• Manages events associated with the position
• Helps with communications strategies
• Develops regular reports as requested by principal investigator.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for Employees
• Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Low-Cost Life Insurance
• Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees