Dean of Memorial Chapel

Colgate University, a thriving, highly selective liberal arts university located in Hamilton, New York, invites applications and nominations for the Dean of Memorial Chapel (Dean) position. In a newly established position, the Dean will support the diverse spiritual, religious, and pastoral needs of the Colgate University community and nurture the religious and spiritual traditions that make Colgate unique.

The Dean will lead the Office of the University Chaplains, an established and important religious and spiritual hub for campus support, spiritual exploration, community connection, and reflective conversations. The Dean also leads interfaith engagement and collaboration with all of Colgate's chaplains, student leaders, and faculty and staff.

Reporting directly to the President, the Dean will provide leadership and a vision for Colgate's diverse religious and spiritual life, demonstrate strong administrative leadership and management skills to effectively guide the Office of the Chaplains' operations and strategy, and collaborate across campus and with off-campus partners to support the religious and spiritual development of students, staff, and faculty.

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• At least six years of full-time religious leadership experience.
• Strong administrative and supervisory experience.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and oratory skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build community and foster collaboration among diverse constituencies and an appreciation for multifaith understanding.
• Proven experience developing and implementing short- and longer-term plans in ecumenical and interfaith contexts.
• Ability to work collegially in a highly collaborative environment with students, staff, and faculty.
• Ability to lead with equanimity, discretion, and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior campus ministry experience or experience working in a college or university setting is strongly preferred.
• Ordination and/or authorization to preside over ceremonies and rituals in one's tradition.

Education

An accredited Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or comparable academic credentials or training; an academic or professional doctoral degree preferred.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. For best consideration, full applications (resume, cover letter, and a sample written pastoral reflection or sermon) should be submitted by July 1.