The successful candidate will demonstrate particular strength in ministry education and formation, with additional area(s) of expertise that may include intercultural studies, youth ministry, children’s ministry, and/or other ministry fields. The faculty member will teach ministry courses across the curriculum and, as needed, may also contribute to instruction in University core curriculum courses in Bible and/or Theology.
Applicants must demonstrate a meaningful commitment to Jesus Christ, the Church, and the gospel, and embody a winsome, encouraging, and culturally engaged faith.
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach courses across the Church Ministries and related ministry programs, appropriate to a half-time responsibility.
- Serve as an effective mentor and academic advisor for students in majors connected to the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise, and provide program leadership in those area(s).
- Collaborate with the COM Dean on relevant curricular development and program assessment.
- Contribute to University core curriculum courses in Bible and/or Theology as needed.
- Develop new courses as needed.
- Participate in appropriate departmental and university service consistent with half-time responsibilities.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and, as appropriate, scholarship related to teaching and ministry practice.
Position Qualifications
- Master’s or doctoral degree in Ministry or a closely related field.
- Brings experience and credibility from leading and serving in the local church.
- Demonstrated experience and skill ministry leadership.
- Demonstrated administrative skill and experience.
- Undergraduate-level teaching experience with evidence of effective instruction, advising, and mentoring (preferred)
- Collegial spirit and ability to collaborate within a faith-based academic community
- Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student formation.
- A vibrant, demonstrated Christian faith.
- Holds credentials with the Assemblies of God or is willing and able to pursue credentialing.
- Willingness to integrate a Christian worldview into teaching, mentoring, and ministry leadership.
Position Application Requirements
For full consideration, applicants should submit:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae (including courses taught)
- Three professional references with contact information
- Statement describing how Christian faith shapes the candidate’s approach to ministry studies
- Brief narrative of personal faith journey and current church involvement
- Optional statement outlining future scholarship goals
Application Submission
Please email application materials to:
Joshua Ziefle
Dean, College of Ministry
joshua.ziefle@northwestu.edu
Compensation
Salary is dependent on education and experience and aligned with the established faculty salary schedule at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank.
(Current range: $27,799-$34,057)
