Dean of the Chapel

Dean of the Chapel

About the Company

Well-regarded private research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1870

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Art
• Universities

Specialties

• education and research

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Dean for its Chapel, a pivotal role that demands a visionary, collaborative, and inclusive leader to guide religious and spiritual life within the university and its extended community. The successful candidate will provide strategic and pastoral leadership, ensuring a dynamic and supportive environment for the exploration of religious practice, personal spirituality, moral courage, community-building, and social service. This role is particularly significant as the institution approaches a centennial milestone, offering an extraordinary opportunity to shape the next century of interfaith engagement. The Dean will be responsible for the stewardship of the Chapel, which has a rich history of welcoming individuals from all faiths and backgrounds, and will oversee a wide range of affiliated religious groups and chaplaincies. Candidates for the Dean position should be ordained or credentialed within a faith tradition, with a seminary or advanced degree, and a Ph.D. is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a strong moral compass, deep experience in interfaith partnership, and the ability to inspire lifelong engagement and support for the Chapel's mission. Professional ministry experience, exceptional preaching and pastoral skills, and a robust administrative background are essential. The role requires a leader with exemplary communication, organizational skills, and the capacity to work effectively with a dedicated advisory board. The Dean will also serve as a trusted spiritual partner to university leadership and the broader community, participating in various councils, committees, and groups that influence nearly every aspect of campus life.

Hiring Manager Title
Chancellor

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration