The University of Chicago
Associate Dean for Community Life
The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Department
CSL Rockefeller Chapel
About the Department
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel serves the University of Chicago, together with its surrounding community, through educational, social, and interfaith activities. The Chapel is a focus for the essential life of campus, a place where significant life passages are marked. In addition to serving as the spiritual and ceremonial center of the University, the Chapel sustains a long, distinguished tradition in music, arts, and cultural programming. Do not phone or email the Dean of Rockefeller Chapel directly.
Job Summary
The Associate Dean for Community Life supports the strategic initiatives of Rockefeller Chapel by a) providing leadership and fostering student leadership and participation in the established religious and spiritual communities that meet regularly in Rockefeller and Bond chapels, especially the historic Sunday gathering, b) providing spiritual care and resource referral (student wellness, divisional deans of students, deans on call, etc.) to those most inclined to place initial trust in a religious professional during times of crisis, and c) serving alongside the dean of Rockefeller Chapel and Spiritual Life staff as a leader of religious and secular rituals for the entire campus community during times of crisis and celebration.ResponsibilitiesAdministers the same religious rites as the dean in an ecumenical Christian setting while possessing the creativity and experience to lead multi-faith and secular rituals, including memorial services, vigils, and weddings in the chapels and other campus locations.
Fosters student participation and develops student leaders for the Sunday gathering and other public gatherings and ceremonies.
Works to ensure that undergraduate and graduate students understand they are welcome to participate in the full range of activities supported by Rockefeller Chapel and Spiritual Life, including performing arts programming.
Cultivates a sense of student belonging through community building activities.
Shares in supporting the campus community as a trusted advisor and public leader during moments of crisis and celebration.
Supports student, faculty, and staff vocational discernment and development.
Possesses the credentials, community endorsement (ordination or legal equivalent), and experience to provide individual support as a confidential resource for Title IX.
Speaks intelligently and publicly about the study and practice of religion, engaging a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students on matters of meaning and vocation.
Collaborates with Spiritual Life and other divisions and offices on campus in the development of multi-faith programming.
Occasionally serves as the Dean’s designee in his absence.
Navigates a large, complex organization with interwoven constituencies with wisdom, maturity, and compassion.
Develops content for Chapel publications and website.
Serves on University committees as a representative of Rockefeller Chapel and Campus and Student Life.
Manages the dissemination, interpretation, and application of program policies and recommends or makes exceptions.
Contributes to the design of program content, policies, and strategic planning efforts.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.---Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.---Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:Master of Divinity degree from an ATS accredited divinity school or equivalent.
PhD strongly preferred.
At least one completed unit of Clinical Pastoral Education.
Endorsement (ordination or other authorization) by a recognized religious body.
Experience:Significant religious leadership experience either in a university setting, central denominational office, congregational, or hospital setting.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Manage confidential and highly sensitive information.
Exercise independent judgment and work effectively with a highly diverse team and constituency.
Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills and the capacity to work with persons during moments of distress and heightened emotions.
Preferred CompetenciesChampion diversity and inclusion.
Demonstrate emotional intelligence.
Foster partnership and collaboration.
Communicate effectively and with influence.
Display courage and conviction.
Working ConditionsClimb stairs, make rounds, stand for extended periods of time, move frequently within and around buildings.
Occasional light lifting 10-50 lbs.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends at events and programs.
Capacity to work independently and carry out duties and projects without detailed instructions.
Application DocumentsResume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Writing sample or video link (speech, lecture, presentation) (required)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job Family
Administration & Management
Role Impact
People Manager
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
37.5
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the
University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:
http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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CSL Rockefeller Chapel
About the Department
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel serves the University of Chicago, together with its surrounding community, through educational, social, and interfaith activities. The Chapel is a focus for the essential life of campus, a place where significant life passages are marked. In addition to serving as the spiritual and ceremonial center of the University, the Chapel sustains a long, distinguished tradition in music, arts, and cultural programming. Do not phone or email the Dean of Rockefeller Chapel directly.
Job Summary
The Associate Dean for Community Life supports the strategic initiatives of Rockefeller Chapel by a) providing leadership and fostering student leadership and participation in the established religious and spiritual communities that meet regularly in Rockefeller and Bond chapels, especially the historic Sunday gathering, b) providing spiritual care and resource referral (student wellness, divisional deans of students, deans on call, etc.) to those most inclined to place initial trust in a religious professional during times of crisis, and c) serving alongside the dean of Rockefeller Chapel and Spiritual Life staff as a leader of religious and secular rituals for the entire campus community during times of crisis and celebration.ResponsibilitiesAdministers the same religious rites as the dean in an ecumenical Christian setting while possessing the creativity and experience to lead multi-faith and secular rituals, including memorial services, vigils, and weddings in the chapels and other campus locations.
Fosters student participation and develops student leaders for the Sunday gathering and other public gatherings and ceremonies.
Works to ensure that undergraduate and graduate students understand they are welcome to participate in the full range of activities supported by Rockefeller Chapel and Spiritual Life, including performing arts programming.
Cultivates a sense of student belonging through community building activities.
Shares in supporting the campus community as a trusted advisor and public leader during moments of crisis and celebration.
Supports student, faculty, and staff vocational discernment and development.
Possesses the credentials, community endorsement (ordination or legal equivalent), and experience to provide individual support as a confidential resource for Title IX.
Speaks intelligently and publicly about the study and practice of religion, engaging a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students on matters of meaning and vocation.
Collaborates with Spiritual Life and other divisions and offices on campus in the development of multi-faith programming.
Occasionally serves as the Dean’s designee in his absence.
Navigates a large, complex organization with interwoven constituencies with wisdom, maturity, and compassion.
Develops content for Chapel publications and website.
Serves on University committees as a representative of Rockefeller Chapel and Campus and Student Life.
Manages the dissemination, interpretation, and application of program policies and recommends or makes exceptions.
Contributes to the design of program content, policies, and strategic planning efforts.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.---Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.---Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:Master of Divinity degree from an ATS accredited divinity school or equivalent.
PhD strongly preferred.
At least one completed unit of Clinical Pastoral Education.
Endorsement (ordination or other authorization) by a recognized religious body.
Experience:Significant religious leadership experience either in a university setting, central denominational office, congregational, or hospital setting.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Manage confidential and highly sensitive information.
Exercise independent judgment and work effectively with a highly diverse team and constituency.
Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills and the capacity to work with persons during moments of distress and heightened emotions.
Preferred CompetenciesChampion diversity and inclusion.
Demonstrate emotional intelligence.
Foster partnership and collaboration.
Communicate effectively and with influence.
Display courage and conviction.
Working ConditionsClimb stairs, make rounds, stand for extended periods of time, move frequently within and around buildings.
Occasional light lifting 10-50 lbs.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends at events and programs.
Capacity to work independently and carry out duties and projects without detailed instructions.
Application DocumentsResume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Writing sample or video link (speech, lecture, presentation) (required)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job Family
Administration & Management
Role Impact
People Manager
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
37.5
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the
University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:
http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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