Gonzaga University Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment
Campus Minister for Liturgical Life
Gonzaga University Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Campus Minister for Liturgical Life
Title:
Campus Minister for Liturgical Life
VP Area:
University Ministry
Department:
Mission and Ministry
Work Schedule:
Rotating/Shift Work
Telework Availability:
On-campus Position
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Employee Classification:
Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)
Hours per week:
40
Months per year:
11
Off Months:
July
Job Purpose The University Ministry team supports Gonzaga University in fulfilling its Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic mission through campus ministry programming, pastoral and spiritual care, mission education, and formation for faith, spirituality, and leadership. The Campus Minister for Liturgical Life contributes by creating a contextually responsive liturgical environment. This person will collaborate with campus partners, the University Ministry team, and engage in pastoral ministry, energizing the contemporary college student community.
NOTE: The Campus Minister for Liturgical Life must be a practicing Catholic capable of coordinating Catholic liturgies. Music coordination is required; musical performance is welcome but not required.
Essential Functions
40% - Regular Liturgical Life
Coordinate weekly Sunday Catholic Mass and weekday Catholic Mass on campus with undergraduate students as the primary audience.
Train, schedule, form, and develop volunteer and paid liturgical ministers individually and as a community.
Schedule and communicate with Jesuits from the Della Strada Jesuit community to preside at Mass.
Research and maintain contemporary understanding of relevant formational and liturgical tools.
Coordinate music and musicians to provide appropriate music for Masses.
Utilize available resources creatively to maintain a cost‑effective approach to liturgy.
Manage the liturgical life budget.
Supervise and develop student employees for liturgical life.
Prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Effectively communicate, invite, and advertise all available liturgical opportunities.
Proactively gather and respond to insight from students and Jesuit community.
Ensure sacred spaces are appropriately stocked, organized, and that supplies are stored properly.
Utilize personal prayer life to inform leadership of prayer and worship experiences (essential).
15% - Large Liturgies; Occasional Celebrations, Memorials, and Vigils
Serve as project coordinator for university‑wide liturgies including Welcome Mass, Mass of the Holy Spirit, and Commencement Mass.
Collaborate with campus partners and stakeholders to plan and implement large liturgies.
Respond as needed to create and implement relevant memorials, vigils, and celebrations, both Catholic and non‑Catholic as appropriate.
Recruit volunteers for each liturgy.
Coordinate music and musicians as required.
Intentionally invite and advertise to the university community.
Develop a consistent proactive strategy for implementation of each Mass.
Effectively manage budget for large liturgies.
Plan liturgical content to ensure timely completion and hospitable environment for guests (especially those less familiar with Catholic Mass).
15% - Spiritual Mentoring, Accompaniment, Direction
Maintain an understanding of basic theological tenets, especially Catholicism and diverse expressions of faith.
Maintain regular practice of personal faith and prayer life.
Articulate personal experience and expression of faith.
Nurture strong interpersonal and listening skills.
Engage in student‑focused relational ministry.
Build relationships with varied and diverse populations (essential).
15% - Collaboration with University Ministry Team
Collaborate with other team members to plan and implement departmental celebrations and gatherings.
Fully participate in the life of University Ministry and the Division of Mission Integration.
Serve as a collaborator in departmental programming, utilizing liturgical and ministerial skills.
Attend to departmental needs and serve as engaged team member beyond liturgical life.
Lead student‑focused prayer and worship experiences for the department and broader university community.
Utilize personal prayer life to inform leadership of prayer and worship experiences (essential).
Additional duties as assigned by the department.
Educational Requirement Bachelor's Degree
Years of Related Experience Requirement 2 years
In lieu of educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.
Certifications and/or Licensures n/a
Skills & Abilities
Prior training or experience with youth/campus ministry and liturgical life (some may be as a participant or volunteer).
Experience coordinating Catholic liturgical life.
Ability to coordinate music for Catholic Masses.
Coordinators must be a practicing Catholic.
Comfort facilitating Catholic sacramental life (adoration, etc.).
Ability to self‑start and openness to growth.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.
Proficient in English written and verbal communication.
Excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrated time management, punctuality, and priority setting skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with music ministry and ability to play piano or guitar for Mass – not required.
Familiarity with Ignatian Spirituality and Jesuit education.
Experience with liturgical life in a university context.
Experience implementing, creating, and/or sustaining ministry programming.
Physical & On-Campus Requirements
In‑office presence: stand, sit, and meet with colleagues 5 days/week.
Standing/Sitting: stationary position for prolonged periods (50–75% of time).
Walking: move on foot to accomplish tasks (50–75% of time).
Lifting/Carrying: move or transport objects up to ~50 pounds (50–75% of time).
Attention to detail: focus on detailed tasks for extended periods (daily, >75%).
Problem‑solving: identify and resolve issues effectively (daily, >75%).
Compensation Salary range (Non‑Exempt): Minimum $24.39, Midpoint $30.48, Maximum $36.57.
Relocation reimbursement or signing bonus eligible: True.
All new H1B visa sponsorships are currently suspended.
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Campus Minister for Liturgical Life
VP Area:
University Ministry
Department:
Mission and Ministry
Work Schedule:
Rotating/Shift Work
Telework Availability:
On-campus Position
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Employee Classification:
Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)
Hours per week:
40
Months per year:
11
Off Months:
July
Job Purpose The University Ministry team supports Gonzaga University in fulfilling its Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic mission through campus ministry programming, pastoral and spiritual care, mission education, and formation for faith, spirituality, and leadership. The Campus Minister for Liturgical Life contributes by creating a contextually responsive liturgical environment. This person will collaborate with campus partners, the University Ministry team, and engage in pastoral ministry, energizing the contemporary college student community.
NOTE: The Campus Minister for Liturgical Life must be a practicing Catholic capable of coordinating Catholic liturgies. Music coordination is required; musical performance is welcome but not required.
Essential Functions
40% - Regular Liturgical Life
Coordinate weekly Sunday Catholic Mass and weekday Catholic Mass on campus with undergraduate students as the primary audience.
Train, schedule, form, and develop volunteer and paid liturgical ministers individually and as a community.
Schedule and communicate with Jesuits from the Della Strada Jesuit community to preside at Mass.
Research and maintain contemporary understanding of relevant formational and liturgical tools.
Coordinate music and musicians to provide appropriate music for Masses.
Utilize available resources creatively to maintain a cost‑effective approach to liturgy.
Manage the liturgical life budget.
Supervise and develop student employees for liturgical life.
Prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Effectively communicate, invite, and advertise all available liturgical opportunities.
Proactively gather and respond to insight from students and Jesuit community.
Ensure sacred spaces are appropriately stocked, organized, and that supplies are stored properly.
Utilize personal prayer life to inform leadership of prayer and worship experiences (essential).
15% - Large Liturgies; Occasional Celebrations, Memorials, and Vigils
Serve as project coordinator for university‑wide liturgies including Welcome Mass, Mass of the Holy Spirit, and Commencement Mass.
Collaborate with campus partners and stakeholders to plan and implement large liturgies.
Respond as needed to create and implement relevant memorials, vigils, and celebrations, both Catholic and non‑Catholic as appropriate.
Recruit volunteers for each liturgy.
Coordinate music and musicians as required.
Intentionally invite and advertise to the university community.
Develop a consistent proactive strategy for implementation of each Mass.
Effectively manage budget for large liturgies.
Plan liturgical content to ensure timely completion and hospitable environment for guests (especially those less familiar with Catholic Mass).
15% - Spiritual Mentoring, Accompaniment, Direction
Maintain an understanding of basic theological tenets, especially Catholicism and diverse expressions of faith.
Maintain regular practice of personal faith and prayer life.
Articulate personal experience and expression of faith.
Nurture strong interpersonal and listening skills.
Engage in student‑focused relational ministry.
Build relationships with varied and diverse populations (essential).
15% - Collaboration with University Ministry Team
Collaborate with other team members to plan and implement departmental celebrations and gatherings.
Fully participate in the life of University Ministry and the Division of Mission Integration.
Serve as a collaborator in departmental programming, utilizing liturgical and ministerial skills.
Attend to departmental needs and serve as engaged team member beyond liturgical life.
Lead student‑focused prayer and worship experiences for the department and broader university community.
Utilize personal prayer life to inform leadership of prayer and worship experiences (essential).
Additional duties as assigned by the department.
Educational Requirement Bachelor's Degree
Years of Related Experience Requirement 2 years
In lieu of educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.
Certifications and/or Licensures n/a
Skills & Abilities
Prior training or experience with youth/campus ministry and liturgical life (some may be as a participant or volunteer).
Experience coordinating Catholic liturgical life.
Ability to coordinate music for Catholic Masses.
Coordinators must be a practicing Catholic.
Comfort facilitating Catholic sacramental life (adoration, etc.).
Ability to self‑start and openness to growth.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.
Proficient in English written and verbal communication.
Excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrated time management, punctuality, and priority setting skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with music ministry and ability to play piano or guitar for Mass – not required.
Familiarity with Ignatian Spirituality and Jesuit education.
Experience with liturgical life in a university context.
Experience implementing, creating, and/or sustaining ministry programming.
Physical & On-Campus Requirements
In‑office presence: stand, sit, and meet with colleagues 5 days/week.
Standing/Sitting: stationary position for prolonged periods (50–75% of time).
Walking: move on foot to accomplish tasks (50–75% of time).
Lifting/Carrying: move or transport objects up to ~50 pounds (50–75% of time).
Attention to detail: focus on detailed tasks for extended periods (daily, >75%).
Problem‑solving: identify and resolve issues effectively (daily, >75%).
Compensation Salary range (Non‑Exempt): Minimum $24.39, Midpoint $30.48, Maximum $36.57.
Relocation reimbursement or signing bonus eligible: True.
All new H1B visa sponsorships are currently suspended.
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