Director of Campus Ministry - Academy of the Holy Cross - Kensington Maryland

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington•Kensington, MD

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Campus Ministry is a mission-centered leader who supports the spiritual growth of young women by fostering a vibrant, inclusive faith community that reflects the charism of Holy Cross. Serving students in grades 9-12, the Director develops and leads meaningful programming in prayer, retreats, and liturgies that invites students and staff to explore their faith. The Director collaborates closely with school leadership, theology, faculty, and local clergy to ensure that the Catholic identity of the school is expressed in word and action and remains central to the school’s culture. As a visible and approachable spiritual leader, the Director of Campus Ministry accompanies students on their personal and communal faith journeys, helping them become women of courage, compassion, and scholarship—true to the vision of Blessed Basil Moreau and the legacy of the Holy Cross tradition.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree In Theology or Religious Studies and/or advanced degrees in Catholic Educational Leadership, etc.
At least three years experience in Campus Ministry or Youth Ministry
Demonstrated experience working with adolescents and fostering faith development in a school or parish setting
Must be a practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church
Personal commitment to the mission of Holy Cross and to Catholic, all-girls education
Must be able to assess the spiritual needs of the school community and plan accordingly
Personal integrity, maturity, and emotional intelligence
Must be able to maintain confidentiality, sensitivity and understanding of the grief process and family systems
Ability to work as a member of a team, and to lead by example
Effective communication skills—speaking, listening and processing, writing
Must be able to organize complex retreats (3-4 sites, 3-4 teams of students/adults, buses, priests, etc.)
Must be a team player and an empowering leader
Must be able to inspire teams to work successfully to accomplish goals in a timely fashion
Self-motivated and willing to take the lead on challenging projects
Creative and forward thinking, with an ability to successfully implement new ideas
Ability to analyze and prioritize time and resources
Comfort in meeting with and speaking with a variety of people in different professional and social situations
Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required

Nice To Haves

Sense of humor a plus

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate school liturgies, prayer services, and sacramental opportunities throughout the year
Collaborate with local clergy for Masses, confessions, and sacramental celebrations
Foster a culture of prayer within the school community
Design and oversee the retreat program for all grade levels
Train and mentor student retreat leaders
Coordinate logistics, formation, and follow-up for retreats
Integrate the charism and spirituality of the Sisters of Holy Cross into campus ministry programming
Collaborate with school leadership to ensure mission and charism are visible in student formation
Work with Christian Service to coordinate school-wide service initiatives and service learning opportunities
Work with Christian Service to partner with local community organizations to provide meaningful service experiences
Work with Christian Service to guide students in reflection connecting service with faith and Catholic social teaching
Recruit and mentor student leaders for liturgy, retreats, and service programs
Support the spiritual formation and leadership development of students
Serve as a pastoral presence for students, particularly during times of crisis, grief, or transition
Collaborate with counseling and administration to support the spiritual well-being of students