University Chaplain - School of Divinity
About The Position
The University Chaplain provides spiritual support, biblical guidance, and pastoral care to employees, fostering a nurturing, Christ-centered environment and promoting spiritual growth across the university community. The role serves under the leadership of the Executive Director of the Center for Chaplaincy. The Chaplain offers spiritual guidance and counseling for personal and professional challenges, referring situations that require professional counseling to an approved provider. The role assists with worship services, prayer meetings, and other activities; encourages academic staff to attend a local church and shares local church recommendations. The Chaplain also supports individuals during crises, grief, and celebrations, and responds appropriately to emergencies and personal needs. The position fosters community and spiritual growth through initiatives and programs, and develops and facilitates workshops, seminars, and courses on spiritual development. As a subject matter expert in chaplain ministry, the Faculty Chaplain strengthens faculty spiritual and vocational health and enhances the mission and effectiveness of theological education. The role collaborates with university leaders and administration to integrate spiritual support into the broader university mission, while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity in interactions and counseling sessions. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- A Master of Divinity (MDiv), MA in Theology, Pastoral Counseling, Chaplaincy, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- At least 5 years of experience in pastoral care, chaplaincy, or a related role.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to provide empathetic and compassionate support.
- Proficiency in leading religious services.
- Strong commitment to the Christian faith and alignment with Liberty University's mission and values.
- Proven leadership abilities and experience managing religious programs and initiatives.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Proficiency in using technology for virtual counseling.
- Ability to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve routine and complex problems.
- Occasional travel to local and campus locations is required.
- Use of a personal vehicle or LU vehicle for work travel; a valid Virginia driver's license, acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance are required.
Nice To Haves
- Ordination or certification as a chaplain is preferred but not required.
- Experience teaching or facilitating educational programs related to spiritual development.
- Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
Responsibilities
- Provide spiritual guidance and counseling to employees addressing personal and professional challenges, referring cases requiring professional counseling to an approved provider.
- Assist in worship services, prayer meetings, and other appropriate activities.
- Encourage academic staff to attend a local church and share recommendations of local churches.
- Provide pastoral care during crises, grief, and celebrations, and respond to emergencies and personal needs.
- Foster community and spiritual growth among employees through initiatives and programs.
- Develop and facilitate workshops, seminars, and courses on spiritual development.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in chaplain ministry to strengthen faculty spiritual and vocational health and enhance theological education.
- Collaborate with university leaders and administration to integrate spiritual support into the university mission.
- Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in interactions and counseling sessions.
Benefits
- The position may be eligible for health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
