CSL Program Director, School of Divinity

OVERVIEWThe Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity invites qualified candidates to apply for a Certificate in Catholic School Leadership (CSL) Program Director.

This position has a full-time equivalency (FTE) of .75 or 30 hours per week.

THE SAINT PAUL SEMINARY SCHOOL OF DIVINTYThe Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity (SPSSOD) is operated under an affiliation agreement between the University of St. Thomas, the Saint Paul Seminary and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. The vision, mission and core values are as follows:

Vision: The Church on fire with the Holy Spirit, a world transformed in Jesus Christ.Mission: To provide integrated, Catholic formation for those called to serve as priests, deacons or lay leaders in their local Church.Core Values:Charity—Faithful to Christ’s new commandment, we seek first the good of the other.Truth—As the human heart and mind are ordered toward truth, we seek to be honest in both deeds and words.Fidelity—We joyfully profess the Catholic faith and embrace her disciplines as authentically interpreted by the Church’s magisterium.Zeal—We are passionate about our mission and eager to form clergy and lay leaders.Authentically Human—Grateful for creation and our humanity, we desire the fullness of life and joy.

The successful candidate will also be an active, practicing Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church, with a demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Church and full assent to all magisterial teaching. In accord with the norms of ecclesiastical law:Be able to obtain an ecclesiastical appointment to serve on the faculty of the seminary from the Archbishop of St. Paul & MinneapolisAnnually make a profession of faith and oath of fidelity in the presence of the Archbishop or his delegate

Hiring will be contingent upon the successful completion of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul & Minneapolis’ “E3” Requirements of Safe Environment Training (see https://safe-environment.archspm.org/essential-3/), including manifesting a commitment to follow the Archdiocesan Code of Conduct for Church Personnel.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITYThe University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. We welcome applicants that are committed to helping us build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, work skillfully, and act wisely to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibilityA generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibilityMedical, dental, and vision optionsEmployer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

JOB SUMMARYReporting to the Dean of the Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity, the Program Director will oversee the Certificate in Catholic School Leadership program. This position will take the lead in the design, implementation, and marketing of the program. The Program Director will also develop and implement a student recruitment plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCommunicationsMarketing: In collaboration with the SPSSOD Communications staff, develop and administer a marketing and communications plan, including a social media plan. Administer and update the ICSL pages on the SPS website, including the development of videos, updated photos, current events, testimonials, and general content. Foster relationships and generally represent the ICSL locally within the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis staff and Catholic schools, (principals and teachers), UST Catholic Studies, and other stakeholders such as CSCOE.Recruiting: Prepare and implement a recruiting plan in collaboration with the SPSSOD Recruitment and Student Services Coordinator. With the assistance of the Recruitment and Student Services Coordinator, maintain relations and respond to inquiries of interested students and oversee the student admissions process, elevating communications as needed.Student/Cohort: Manage the communication among cohort members during the duration of their academic work.

Summer ResidencyIn collaboration with the Chaplain, SPSSOD academic Dean and other Seminary faculty and staff, design and administer the co-curricular formation events during summer residency, including the opening retreat, Saturday morning reflections, closing event, daily Mass, and morning and evening prayer. Serve as the primary point person for student residents. Oversee the logistics of summer residency, including meals, student check-in and move-out. Prepare a student resource manual. Ensure faculty classroom and coursework needs are met.

Committee Assignments:Dean’s Team weekly meetingsAll relevant committees within the SPSSOD organizations.

Execute CertificateThe Program Director is responsible for executing the Certificate within the professional parameters of The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity. Tasks include:Program design, curriculum development, and syllabi reviewFaculty and guest speaker communications and coordinationDesign and implementation of faculty, mentor, and student orientation sessionsDesign and implementation of program assessment plansEvaluate cohorts to assess desired outcomes, and determine recommendations for program improvementsDesign and implementation of student course and program evaluationsEvaluate strategic options to use the graduate certificate toward partial completion of a master’s degreeDesign and implementation of the Applied Catholic School Leadership course, (specifically, may request input to mentorship design and mentor selection)

QUALIFICATIONSMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a relevant fieldFive years of program administration experience

Preferred QualificationsA graduate degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related fieldThree years of experience as a principal, teacher, or a professional in a Catholic school or in a Diocesan Office of Catholic Schools, and a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and the mission of SPSSOD

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

HOW TO APPLYAll interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.