The Claremont Colleges Services
Interim Catholic Chaplain
The Claremont Colleges Services, Claremont, California, United States, 91711
Interim Catholic Chaplain
Working independently, the Interim Catholic Chaplain is part of the Interfaith Chaplaincy of The Claremont Colleges and serves the Catholic campus community through outreach, worship opportunities, pastoral counseling, community building, and facilitation of other programs, services, and events. This role will provide outreach and support to the ethnically and culturally diverse constituency of The Claremont Colleges community. As part of the egalitarian Chaplaincy team, the Interim Catholic Chaplain will model mutual respect for diverse faith communities and assist with orientation trainings, collaborative programs, and other Chaplaincy events for the seven Claremont Colleges. Catholic Community Support Provide leadership and facilitation weekly Mass and holiday observances (during the school calendar). Engage students with formal and informal Catholic education, weekly meetings, cultural events, guest speakers, and relevant programs for building Catholic community and educating the campus about Catholicism. Initiate and maintain outreach and support to the diverse Catholic community at The Claremont Colleges. Provide guidance to registered Catholic student clubs and groups of The Claremont Colleges. Serve as an advocate for Catholic students throughout The Claremont Colleges community. Provide pastoral counseling for Catholic students whenever needed. Meet regularly, collaborate, and supervise Catholic religious affiliates of the McAlister Center. Establish connections between students and local and regional Catholic communities. Interfaith and Consortium Support Plan and participate in and celebrate interfaith and multi-faith engagement, including interreligious programs, community services, and social justice outreach. Support other religious communities as needed; currently the Catholic Chaplain also supports the Baha'i community. Assist and support students, faculty, and staff during crises. Participate in campus celebrations such as convocations, commencement, and baccalaureate. Provide engaging training for residence hall staff, student peer mentors, and participate in invited classroom and seminar presentations. Collaborate with other chaplains, students, staff, faculty, advisory groups, and others to develop and implement meaningful programs and services from the Chaplaincy. Assist with the administration of the Chaplaincy. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with diverse individuals at all levels across the consortium. Proactively seek input from stakeholders regarding the services provided. Work with the chaplains and other staff to consistently improve the quality and types of services. Conduct assessment on the impact of programs and resources and complete follow-through to revise and create new plans and programs accordingly. Develop and routinely report metrics that inform program effectiveness. Collaborate with the Deans of Students, academic support services, and other student-facing office of the entire Claremont Colleges consortium on related programming and events. Attend weekly staff meetings, participate on TCCS and consortium-wide committees. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Unless otherwise stated, the following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below. Education/Training: Ordained as a Catholic priest A master's degree in Catholic studies or professional training as a Chaplain. Experience: Developing and coordinating innovative and student-oriented programming. Teaching and/or preaching on religious and spiritual development and discernment with college-aged individuals. Experience with diverse expressions of workshop and religious practices. Experience in a residential, liberal arts undergraduate or graduate institution. Preferred Experience: Experience with global perspectives rooted in own international travel, residence, or study outside of the United States. Work Schedule: The regular work hours for this position are 40 hours per week from Monday through Friday, and mass on Sundays. Holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours may be required. The interim position will start on August 4, 2025 and conclude on May 29, 2026. Competencies: Ability to engage in multi-faith and interfaith work. Ability to read, understand and teach Christian scriptures. Knowledge of best practices for campus-based religious and spiritual life programs and services. Ability to be proactive, open-minded, and successful in a collaborative environment. Proven experience speaking to small and large diverse groups, preferably college-aged individuals. Commitment to working in an egalitarian consensus team model. Advanced interpersonal skills, demonstrating an approachable personality, empathy, and exceptional listening skills. Demonstrates maturity, tact, resiliency, and composure and sensitivity to others needs in difficult and unexpected situations. Advanced group facilitation skills. Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with diverse individuals across multiple organizations. Understanding of residential, liberal arts undergraduate and graduate institutions. Ability to balance advocacy while maintaining confidentiality. Fluent language skills in English, including the ability to write with proper grammar, spelling, and business etiquette. Ability to determine when to move forward independently and when to seek input or advice. Ability to contribute effectively to the operations and culture of a large and diverse organizational structure. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Compensation Pay: The pay rate for this position is competitive and commensurate with the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position, between $9,000 - $9,500 per month. Benefits: This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including: Medical, dental, vision, 10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required), Group life insurance, Generous time off, Professional development funds, Discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment, Access to fitness facilities, and more! Physical Requirements Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and standing: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Active work that primarily involves standing and walking: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Light work that involves moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Heavy work that includes moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Operate a computer or other work requiring repetitive movement of wrists, hands, & fingers: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Operate a street legal golf cart, a company automobile, or other heavy machinery: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Read or write electronic or printed materials: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Communicate verbally in person, by phone or another device: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Moving body into different positions to work down low, overhead, or outward: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work involving climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or similar: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work in various environments including low, high, tight, low-ventilation, or confined spaces: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work indoors in climate-controlled spaces: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work outdoors in various weather conditions: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work in a noisy environment: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. TCCS reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed. ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The
Working independently, the Interim Catholic Chaplain is part of the Interfaith Chaplaincy of The Claremont Colleges and serves the Catholic campus community through outreach, worship opportunities, pastoral counseling, community building, and facilitation of other programs, services, and events. This role will provide outreach and support to the ethnically and culturally diverse constituency of The Claremont Colleges community. As part of the egalitarian Chaplaincy team, the Interim Catholic Chaplain will model mutual respect for diverse faith communities and assist with orientation trainings, collaborative programs, and other Chaplaincy events for the seven Claremont Colleges. Catholic Community Support Provide leadership and facilitation weekly Mass and holiday observances (during the school calendar). Engage students with formal and informal Catholic education, weekly meetings, cultural events, guest speakers, and relevant programs for building Catholic community and educating the campus about Catholicism. Initiate and maintain outreach and support to the diverse Catholic community at The Claremont Colleges. Provide guidance to registered Catholic student clubs and groups of The Claremont Colleges. Serve as an advocate for Catholic students throughout The Claremont Colleges community. Provide pastoral counseling for Catholic students whenever needed. Meet regularly, collaborate, and supervise Catholic religious affiliates of the McAlister Center. Establish connections between students and local and regional Catholic communities. Interfaith and Consortium Support Plan and participate in and celebrate interfaith and multi-faith engagement, including interreligious programs, community services, and social justice outreach. Support other religious communities as needed; currently the Catholic Chaplain also supports the Baha'i community. Assist and support students, faculty, and staff during crises. Participate in campus celebrations such as convocations, commencement, and baccalaureate. Provide engaging training for residence hall staff, student peer mentors, and participate in invited classroom and seminar presentations. Collaborate with other chaplains, students, staff, faculty, advisory groups, and others to develop and implement meaningful programs and services from the Chaplaincy. Assist with the administration of the Chaplaincy. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with diverse individuals at all levels across the consortium. Proactively seek input from stakeholders regarding the services provided. Work with the chaplains and other staff to consistently improve the quality and types of services. Conduct assessment on the impact of programs and resources and complete follow-through to revise and create new plans and programs accordingly. Develop and routinely report metrics that inform program effectiveness. Collaborate with the Deans of Students, academic support services, and other student-facing office of the entire Claremont Colleges consortium on related programming and events. Attend weekly staff meetings, participate on TCCS and consortium-wide committees. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Unless otherwise stated, the following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below. Education/Training: Ordained as a Catholic priest A master's degree in Catholic studies or professional training as a Chaplain. Experience: Developing and coordinating innovative and student-oriented programming. Teaching and/or preaching on religious and spiritual development and discernment with college-aged individuals. Experience with diverse expressions of workshop and religious practices. Experience in a residential, liberal arts undergraduate or graduate institution. Preferred Experience: Experience with global perspectives rooted in own international travel, residence, or study outside of the United States. Work Schedule: The regular work hours for this position are 40 hours per week from Monday through Friday, and mass on Sundays. Holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours may be required. The interim position will start on August 4, 2025 and conclude on May 29, 2026. Competencies: Ability to engage in multi-faith and interfaith work. Ability to read, understand and teach Christian scriptures. Knowledge of best practices for campus-based religious and spiritual life programs and services. Ability to be proactive, open-minded, and successful in a collaborative environment. Proven experience speaking to small and large diverse groups, preferably college-aged individuals. Commitment to working in an egalitarian consensus team model. Advanced interpersonal skills, demonstrating an approachable personality, empathy, and exceptional listening skills. Demonstrates maturity, tact, resiliency, and composure and sensitivity to others needs in difficult and unexpected situations. Advanced group facilitation skills. Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with diverse individuals across multiple organizations. Understanding of residential, liberal arts undergraduate and graduate institutions. Ability to balance advocacy while maintaining confidentiality. Fluent language skills in English, including the ability to write with proper grammar, spelling, and business etiquette. Ability to determine when to move forward independently and when to seek input or advice. Ability to contribute effectively to the operations and culture of a large and diverse organizational structure. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Compensation Pay: The pay rate for this position is competitive and commensurate with the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position, between $9,000 - $9,500 per month. Benefits: This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including: Medical, dental, vision, 10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required), Group life insurance, Generous time off, Professional development funds, Discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment, Access to fitness facilities, and more! Physical Requirements Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and standing: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Active work that primarily involves standing and walking: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Light work that involves moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Heavy work that includes moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Operate a computer or other work requiring repetitive movement of wrists, hands, & fingers: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Operate a street legal golf cart, a company automobile, or other heavy machinery: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Read or write electronic or printed materials: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Communicate verbally in person, by phone or another device: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Moving body into different positions to work down low, overhead, or outward: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work involving climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or similar: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work in various environments including low, high, tight, low-ventilation, or confined spaces: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work indoors in climate-controlled spaces: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work outdoors in various weather conditions: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Work in a noisy environment: Constantly Frequently Occasionally Never Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. TCCS reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed. ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The