Brandeis

Muslim Chaplain

Brandeis - Waltham Campus Part time

Brandeis University invites applications for a part time Muslim Chaplain. The primary focus of the chaplain is the spiritual and religious experience of students of their respective faith tradition in the context of an exceptionally diverse student body.

The position coordinates the religious services of their community and engages with students through programs and 1-1 pastoral care. The chaplain is part of a team of chaplains in the Center for Spiritual Life, with whom they collaborate in service of the broader Brandeis community by identifying and advancing opportunities for faith-based and intercultural interaction and dialogue.

This is a part time position, 17 hours a week during the academic year (44 weeks per year).

The hourly pay range is $33.36/hour - $38.25/hour.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a mentor for students, offering opportunities for spiritual growth and 1-1 pastoral care
  • Coordinate religious observances of their faith community
  • Advise, collaborate with student organizations of applicable faith tradition and empower student leadership
  • Collaborate with colleagues as part of the Center for Spiritual Life
  • Attend staff meetings
  • Participate in periodic campus outreach efforts and interfaith events
  • Offer compassionate, non-judgmental listening to all Brandeis students
  • Contribute to social media and web presence for the Center

Requirements and Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's Degree (religious studies, theology, or related field) preferred. Some experience may be substituted for education.

3-5 years related work experience

Additional Experience: Experience with young adults, informal spiritual education or pastoral counseling preferred.

Pay Range Disclosure

The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").