Director, The Center for Academic Ministry
Location: Longview, TX
Type: Full-Time
Posted: [contact details available in the full listing]
Application Due: 10/15/2026
Reports to: Dean, School of Theology and Vocation
Position Type: Tenure-track faculty; 11-month contract
Teaching load: 1-1-1 per AY
LeTourneau University invites applications for the Director of the Center for Academic Ministry (CAM), an 11-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor. The Center for Academic Ministry exists to empower faculty and staff to shepherd students in faith integration and spiritual formation for the sake of the church and the world. Backed by a significant endowment, this center supports the university's mission of nurturing Christian virtue and cultivating…
faith integration that impacts all areas of students' lives. While the position reports within the School of Theology and Vocation, the candidate's primary discipline and terminal degree may be within any academic field represented at LeTourneau University.
The Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and strategically leading programs that foster faith integration and spiritual formation across the academic and co-curricular life of the institution. This role collaborates closely with faculty, staff, academic schools, and campus partners to cultivate a robust culture of faithful and reflective academic ministry that is grounded in LeTourneau's Theology and Vocation Core curriculum, pedagogical excellence, and holistic care for students.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead faculty development and faith-integration training programs
- Facilitate seminars, reading groups, and interdisciplinary learning communities
- Direct the Koinonia Institute faculty and staff retreats
- Assess and strengthen faith-integration efforts across academic and student-facing programs
- Develop certificate and credentialing opportunities in academic ministry
- Oversee CAM communications, digital resources, and website content
- Foster mentorship networks and learning communities for faculty and staff
- Manage CAM strategic planning, budgeting, partnerships, and institutional engagement
Required Qualifications
- Terminal degree in a relevant field; formal theological education preferred
- Demonstrated experience in faith integration, Christian higher education, and academic ministry
- Strong teaching, facilitation, and communication skills
- Experience designing and leading faculty development and/or spiritual formation programs
- Ability to assess program effectiveness and communicate results effectively
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Christian higher education leadership or academic administration
- Scholarly engagement in faith integration, Christian theology, vocation, pedagogy, or related themes
- Experience directing retreats or spiritual formation initiatives
- Familiarity with web content management and digital resource development
Personal Characteristics
- Consistent evidence of spiritual growth and faith integration
- Collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and mobilize diverse campus constituents
- Strategic thinker capable of envisioning and building sustainable programs
- Pastoral sensitivity and a heart for shepherding educators in their vocation of academic ministry
Salary and Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LeTourneau University offers group health insurance plans, life insurance, contribution to a retirement program, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and their dependents, among other benefits.
Date Position is Available: Spring or Fall 2027
Procedure for Application or Nomination
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, list of references, copies of unofficial transcripts, and answers to several faith questions available in the online application form at the link below. The review process will begin as early as October 1st, 2026, and all applications received by October 15th, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applications after that date will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. To apply, visit www.letu.edu/jobs-faculty. Questions about the search process may be directed to OfficeoftheProvost@letu.edu.
About the University
LeTourneau University is known as "the Christian Polytechnic University," a comprehensive yet STEM-focused, evangelical, and interdenominational Christian institution. LeTourneau is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. LeTourneau offers more than 140 graduate and undergraduate courses of study in aviation, engineering, education, business, psychology and counseling, arts and sciences, nursing, and theology. Students enjoy the opportunity to take classes in person, online, or in a dual credit format.
Approximately 3,000 students attend LeTourneau University, including in-person, online, and dual credit students. With the average class size of 16 and a 13-to-1 student to faculty ratio, students are able to develop close relationships with world-class faculty. Professors are experts in their chosen field, credentialed with degrees from the top universities around the world. Many come to LeTourneau straight from industry or missions contexts, offering real-world experiences in the classroom and rich mentoring relationships with students. At LeTourneau, students receive both academic excellence and intentional spiritual formation because the integration of faith and learning is paramount to the educational mission of the university. Faculty and staff are active in students' lives and encourage students to know Jesus Christ and the abundant life He offers.
LeTourneau consistently ranks among the top colleges and universities in the nation and the state of Texas: Top National Tier, Best Regional University in the Western Region and Best Undergraduate Engineering Program (U.S. News & World Report); Best Small Colleges in America, Most Conservative College in Texas, Best Christian College in Texas (Niche.com) in 2022. Also, LeTourneau ranks in the top 20 Best Value Colleges in Texas (Payscale.com) and Best Value Schools (U.S. News & World Report). LeTourneau University was founded in 1946 by businessman and devout Christian, R.G. LeTourneau, and his wife, Evelyn. Its beautiful, 162-acre, residential campus is located in Longview, TX. Learn more at www.letu.edu.
In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, or national origin. Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.
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