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Deaconess Studies Faculty - Full-Time
Location:
River Forest, IL
Description:
Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the position of Deaconess Studies Faculty, who will also serve as the Program Lead for the Deaconess Program. This position is responsible for ensuring a cohesive deaconess student experience from initial contact to commissioning in The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) for undergraduate students and occasionally certificate or colloquy students. Because the teaching load and program leadership does not meet a full-time load, the deaconess will fill out the position with teaching responsibilities in another area of the university (as qualified) or in campus ministry.A qualified applicant must be a rostered deaconess in the LCMS, in good standing as a communicant member of an LCMS congregation, and a professional member of the Concordia Deaconess Conference. Responsibilities/Duties: Teach and coordinate courses taught in the Deaconess curriculum Serve as Deaconess Program Lead, including: Advising and caring for deaconess students Assisting CUC offices with recruitment, church relations, marketing, Synodical placement, etc. Coordinating with other CUC church worker programs and their Program Leads Networking with other LCMS deaconess programs and staff, the Concordia Deaconess Conference, and other LCMS entities Teach in another area of the university or serve in campus ministry, as qualified Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. Skill Sets: Adept teacher of God's Word and diaconal subjects Strong capabilities in spiritual and merciful care Servant leader who models compassion and mercy and can capably interact with university and synodical leadership Competent administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills for teaching Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to keep confidences and honor federal regulations in the best interest of students Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago Exhibits a service mentality toward all stakeholders All communication with stakeholders is effective, professional, accurate, and timely Improves work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information Minimum Experience Required: At least 3 years of deaconess experience in an LCMS congregation, institution, and/or mission Preferred :At least 5 years of deaconess experience, serving in two or more deaconess settings. Education Requirements: Master's Degree in Theology or Theology-related field such as Deaconess Studies. Completed a Deaconess certification program of the LCMS or received LCMS certification by colloquy; currently rostered as an LCMS Deaconess. Compensation and Benefits: Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability and Survivor Plan Retirement Pension Plan Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents) Application Information: Interested individuals should include the following in their online application: Cover letter Resume/CV Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.) Names and phone numbers of three references * Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered. Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation. Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs. About Concordia University Chicago: Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu . Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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Concordia University, Chicago
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November 7 on ApplicantPro, TalentPlusHire
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