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Associate Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life (Academic Year Only)
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Associate Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life (Academic Year Only)
Office for Religious Life, Stanford, California, United States Job Type: Full-time, On Site. Schedule: Full-time. Requisition #106473. Post Date: May 16, 2025. The Associate Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life will serve as a key member of the Office for Religious and Spiritual Life’s multifaith team to guide, nurture, and enhance spiritual life at the University. Reporting to the Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life, the Associate Dean will engage the broader University community, providing opportunities to facilitate religious practice, foster multifaith engagement, and promote spiritual wellness in line with departmental values. The Associate Dean will collaborate closely with the broader Jewish community at Stanford, including the Taube Center for Jewish Studies, Hillel@Stanford, and Jewish Stanford Affiliated Religion groups to foster a vibrant community of belonging on campus. The Associate Dean will join an engaged spiritual life team that works in an interdependent model. This position will work with the team across all programs and portfolios and participate in University events. This includes leading university multifaith rituals, supporting university-sponsored religious observances of diverse holy days, and coordinating ORSL-supported courses. CORE DUTIES : Participate as an active member of a multifaith team to guide, nurture and enhance spiritual and religious life across the University. Serve as a religious leader and advisor for all students, staff, and faculty while supporting and fostering Jewish life on campus. Cultivate close partnerships within the Jewish community of Stanford, including the Taube Center for Jewish Studies, Hillel@Stanford, and Jewish Stanford Affiliated Religions organizations. Coordinate ORSL multifaith programming including student gatherings, lectures, events, and programs. Coordinate ORSL multifaith academic offerings led by ORSL staff in collaboration with other offices and departments. Provide thoughtful and compassionate spiritual care for students, faculty, staff, alumni and other members of the university community. Care for members of the community through attentive and sensitive spiritual care, including a calm, non-anxious presence in times of tragedy. Serve on University committees at the request of the Dean to support the work of the broader campus community. Other duties may also be assigned. Minimum Requirements : Education & Experience:
Master of Divinity (M.Div) and five years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience. Certifications And Licenses:
Ordination or equivalent; Rabbinic ordination and two to three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver’s License. Applicants from diverse communities and with experience working in and among multifaith communities are encouraged to apply. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
Acute pastoral sensitivity and discretion; ordination or professional religious training; experience in religious leadership; multifaith competency; commitment to serving as a chaplain in higher education; ability to lead public worship, teach/preach, moderate discussions, present on religious, spiritual, and societal questions; experience with diverse Jewish experiences; ability to design innovative curricula and facilitate courses for young adults; demonstrated ability to counsel, support, and inspire young adults; ability to work independently and prioritize tasks. Physical Requirements:
Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, and use a telephone. Occasionally kneel/crawl, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp, lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing 21-40 pounds. Ability to drive day or night. Reasonable accommodation provided for disability as required by law. Working Conditions : May require some travel and working evenings, holidays, and weekends. Work Standards : Compliance with California Vehicle Code and Stanford driving requirements; strong interpersonal skills; commitment to safety; adherence to University policies and procedures, including those in the Administrative Guide. Why Stanford is for You : Stanford emphasizes growth, a caring culture, health and wellness, discovery and fun, and resources to support employees. Benefits and compensation details are provided during the hiring process. The expected pay range for this position is $76,642 - $91,768 per annum. Pay ranges are Stanford’s good-faith estimate; final pay depends on scope, qualifications, and other factors. Stanford provides a comprehensive rewards package and benefits information at Cardinal at Work. Equal Opportunity : Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO and Legal Notices : The job duties listed are typical examples and not a comprehensive inventory of all duties. Stanford may require additional duties and reserves the right to modify this description as needed. Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4166 Employee Status: Regular Grade: I Requisition ID: 106473 Work Arrangement: On Site
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Office for Religious Life, Stanford, California, United States Job Type: Full-time, On Site. Schedule: Full-time. Requisition #106473. Post Date: May 16, 2025. The Associate Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life will serve as a key member of the Office for Religious and Spiritual Life’s multifaith team to guide, nurture, and enhance spiritual life at the University. Reporting to the Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life, the Associate Dean will engage the broader University community, providing opportunities to facilitate religious practice, foster multifaith engagement, and promote spiritual wellness in line with departmental values. The Associate Dean will collaborate closely with the broader Jewish community at Stanford, including the Taube Center for Jewish Studies, Hillel@Stanford, and Jewish Stanford Affiliated Religion groups to foster a vibrant community of belonging on campus. The Associate Dean will join an engaged spiritual life team that works in an interdependent model. This position will work with the team across all programs and portfolios and participate in University events. This includes leading university multifaith rituals, supporting university-sponsored religious observances of diverse holy days, and coordinating ORSL-supported courses. CORE DUTIES : Participate as an active member of a multifaith team to guide, nurture and enhance spiritual and religious life across the University. Serve as a religious leader and advisor for all students, staff, and faculty while supporting and fostering Jewish life on campus. Cultivate close partnerships within the Jewish community of Stanford, including the Taube Center for Jewish Studies, Hillel@Stanford, and Jewish Stanford Affiliated Religions organizations. Coordinate ORSL multifaith programming including student gatherings, lectures, events, and programs. Coordinate ORSL multifaith academic offerings led by ORSL staff in collaboration with other offices and departments. Provide thoughtful and compassionate spiritual care for students, faculty, staff, alumni and other members of the university community. Care for members of the community through attentive and sensitive spiritual care, including a calm, non-anxious presence in times of tragedy. Serve on University committees at the request of the Dean to support the work of the broader campus community. Other duties may also be assigned. Minimum Requirements : Education & Experience:
Master of Divinity (M.Div) and five years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience. Certifications And Licenses:
Ordination or equivalent; Rabbinic ordination and two to three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver’s License. Applicants from diverse communities and with experience working in and among multifaith communities are encouraged to apply. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
Acute pastoral sensitivity and discretion; ordination or professional religious training; experience in religious leadership; multifaith competency; commitment to serving as a chaplain in higher education; ability to lead public worship, teach/preach, moderate discussions, present on religious, spiritual, and societal questions; experience with diverse Jewish experiences; ability to design innovative curricula and facilitate courses for young adults; demonstrated ability to counsel, support, and inspire young adults; ability to work independently and prioritize tasks. Physical Requirements:
Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, and use a telephone. Occasionally kneel/crawl, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp, lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing 21-40 pounds. Ability to drive day or night. Reasonable accommodation provided for disability as required by law. Working Conditions : May require some travel and working evenings, holidays, and weekends. Work Standards : Compliance with California Vehicle Code and Stanford driving requirements; strong interpersonal skills; commitment to safety; adherence to University policies and procedures, including those in the Administrative Guide. Why Stanford is for You : Stanford emphasizes growth, a caring culture, health and wellness, discovery and fun, and resources to support employees. Benefits and compensation details are provided during the hiring process. The expected pay range for this position is $76,642 - $91,768 per annum. Pay ranges are Stanford’s good-faith estimate; final pay depends on scope, qualifications, and other factors. Stanford provides a comprehensive rewards package and benefits information at Cardinal at Work. Equal Opportunity : Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO and Legal Notices : The job duties listed are typical examples and not a comprehensive inventory of all duties. Stanford may require additional duties and reserves the right to modify this description as needed. Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4166 Employee Status: Regular Grade: I Requisition ID: 106473 Work Arrangement: On Site
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