Faith and Justice Coordinator

Posted: 29-Dec-23

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60601

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Other Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 234429865

DePaul University
Job Identification: 1266
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Job Schedule: Full time
Job Category: Student Services
The Highlights
Reporting to the Director for Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM), the Faith and Justice Coordinator provides programs for students that integrate faith with social and environmental justice issues, using the framework of Catholic Social Teaching in a Vincentian context.
The Coordinator will plan, implement, and evaluate the fall Laudato Sí retreat and the Community Night program, a weekly event that engages topics of social and environmental justice, the Catholic Tradition, and the Vincentian charism. The Coordinator will jointly oversee operations of the Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Sandwich Kitchen in conjunction with the parish staff liaison. The Coordinator will also assist the Director in managing the Catholic Living Learning Community, a scholarship program and cohort of ten students who live, learn, and practice their faith as a community.
What You’ll Do

• Your job is to develop, implement, and assess student programs related to faith and social justice, including the Laudato Sí retreat, the Community Night program, and the Catholic Living Learning Community.
• You know how to supervise, mentor, form, and empower student teams and leaders. This includes supervising student employees: the graduate student Sandwich Kitchen Coordinator (in conjunction with the parish staff liaison), Laudato Sí retreat leader, the student coordinator for social and environmental justice and advocacy, and the student coordinator for Catholic and community events.
• We are interested in people who thrive in a team environment and will excel in collective visioning, shared implementation of initiatives, and evaluation of the effectiveness of our Catholic Campus Ministry programs and events.
• A successful candidate will have an aptitude and passion for collaboration and convening internal and external partners for the work of social and environmental justice. Such partnerships include the Vincentian Service and Formation Office, Just DePaul, St. Vincent de Paul Parish, faculty and staff, and various external partners in the city and Archdiocese of Chicago.
• We are interested in people who are passionate about the intersection of faith and social justice and can effectively raise awareness of social justice issues through creative means such as social media campaigns, tabling in the Student Center, and other initiatives.

What You’ll Need

• A bachelor’s degree in Theology, Ministry, Justice and Peace Studies, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• You are well-versed in Catholic Social Teaching and have a passion for the intersection of faith and social justice.
• A minimum of two years working in a ministerial field, preferably with young adults.
• Strong competency in DEI work.
• Able to articulate and engage the Vincentian mission, or the ability to learn and implement this charism into your work.
• The ability to mentor, empower, and inspire college students to engage their faith and issues of social and environmental justice.
• Excellent skills in program management, supervision, and overseeing the successful execution of events.
• Enthusiasm and aptitude for working in a religiously diverse community.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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About DePaul University
At DePaul University, we are looking for candidates who want to join us in our mission to provide access to education for all. Successful candidates welcome ideas and perspectives from colleagues and students representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds, religious beliefs, and experiences. We seek collaborative, open-minded and hard working professionals to work in a real world urban learning environment. Are you exceptional, yet modest and open to challenges? We seek achievers and leaders that want to bring their passion and skills to our well-respected community of approachable colleagues. Build your career with us. DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
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