Graduate Assistant, Campus Ministry
Barry University•Miami Shores, FL
25d
About The Position
The primary purpose of this position is to assist with the coordination of, provide on-site support for, and promote Ministry & Chapel (faith-based) programming and upkeep. In line with Barry University’s mission as a Catholic, Adrian Dominican institution and within student engagement, this position supports the formation and development of the Barry community through faith-based ministry programming. This role requires knowledge of, and enthusiasm for ministry, reflection, and faith. This position will also work on Sundays during the academic year.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
- Must be available to work on Sundays during the academic year
- Basic skills using MS Office suite
- Good communication skills, verbal and in writing
Nice To Haves
- A Bachelor's of Arts in Theology is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate university liturgical celebrations
- Recruit and organize (train/schedule) liturgical contributors for all liturgies, including musicians, sacristans, lectors, and hospitality, maintain communication with contributors for logistics, scheduling, and implementation (all Sunday Masses/University Masses during the school year)
- Oversee the maintenance of chapel inventory/equipment, including the music and choir library, sacristy materials, seasonal decorations, and others, with the assistance of staff and external support
- Facilitate all post-liturgy hospitality programs, including procurement, promotion, and preparation
- Support the preparation, planning, and implementation of liturgical seasons on-campus (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter programming)
- Prepares liturgy worship aids with the assistance of the Marketing department.
- Foster student and faculty engagement in faith-based programming
- Promote and present faith-based programming to students at various on-campus engagements, liaise with student clubs and other campus organizations for outreach
- Maintains MCO bulletin boards throughout the University and oversees the Interfaith Room
- Foster student spiritual reflection through regular interaction and ministry to students
- Maintain regular office hours with a frequent presence in the Ministry & Community Outreach offices
- Provide support to the Ministry’s Interfaith Committee and programs.
- Manage room reservations for faith-based programming
- Oversee recurring promotional spaces, including This Week @ Barry, Corq/Engage, Campus ESP, etc…
- Oversee the departmental email accounts and memberships/subscriptions.
Benefits
- Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.
