Shenandoah University’s Department of Spiritual Life is accepting applications for an Interfaith and Engagement Coordinator. This is a part-time non benefited position located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia.
The Interfaith and Engagement Coordinator fosters an inclusive spiritual and interfaith environment that supports students’ holistic wellbeing, identity development, and sense of belonging. This role provides compassionate care, promotes religious literacy and interfaith dialogue, and cultivates spaces for reflection, resilience, and community connection. Reporting to the University Chaplain, the Chaplain helps guide institutional awareness of religious and spiritual needs, contributing to a culturally responsive, spiritually grounded, and relationship-driven campus climate. This is a 12-month, 20 hours a week, non-benefited position.
**Interfaith Engagement & Religious Literacy (25%) **
- Design, facilitate, and promote inclusive programming that fosters interfaith dialogue and service, spiritual development, and ethical reflection.
- Plan, implement, and assess services and activities for students, faculty, and staff of all religious, secular, and spiritual identities.
- Maintain and publish an interfaith calendar of observances, and advise campus partners on respectful and inclusive practices.
- Write for the review of the Chaplain campus-wide emails that inform all, but especially faculty and supervisors of other employees, of considerations that may be needed due to a religious holiday.
**Student Support & Advocacy (50%) **
- Be present in the Office of Spiritual Life an average of 15 hours per week during “regular” 9am - 5pm business hours.
- Support student religious and spiritual organizations and affinity groups through mentorship, advising, and advocacy.
- Form and foster a Spiritual Life Council, on which all RSSO’s are represented.
- Partner with faculty and campus leadership to assist students seeking academic accommodations related to religious observance.
- Help students build connections with off-campus worship spaces or communities aligned with their traditions or beliefs.
- Staff an average of one evening or weekend event per week.
Marketing and Engagement (25%)
- Coordinate marketing and promotion for the Office of Spiritual Life through social media.
- In cooperation with OMC, work with the SLPC&AC to promote events through their channels (Sun-e, events calendar) and maintain the SL website.
- Participate in student recruitment and outreach events such as Open House, First Year Admitted Day, New Student Orientation, and Baccalaureate.
Required Skills
- Competency in, and willingness to learn about, all kinds of diversity, inclusion and equity, especially as they relate to religious, secular, and spiritual identities (RSSI’s)
- Excellent time management, administrative, and organizational skills
- Equipped to prepare students for the growing religious diversity in our local and global communities
- Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to function while handling multiple tasks
- The ability to use sound judgment and physically lead student groups with little supervision
- Competency in helping persons of all ages explore vocation and moral/ethical issues, especially college students in their diverse developmental and experiential stages
- Proficiency in, or willingness to learn, computer skills for platforms such as Google and Microsoft
- Physical dexterity and fitness level necessary to lead mission trips and outreach programs
- Valid driver’s license with the ability to become a university approved driver is required
- Experience working in higher education and event/program planning are preferred
- CPR and knowledge of first aid desired
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; bachelor’s degree and/or 2 years applicable experience preferred
Required Experience
- 1 year working with people of various backgrounds in religious, secular, and/or spiritual identities.
How to Apply:
The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through its faculty, administration, and staff diversity. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing how they can contribute to that commitment.
**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.
Shenandoah University values individuals and communities' unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.