Associate Chaplain for Muslim and Interfaith Life

Job Description

About the Company

Carleton College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college established in 1866. It is located in the historic river town of Northfield, Minnesota, approximately 40 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul, offering access to the cultural advantages of a major metropolitan area. The college spans over 1,000 scenic acres, encompassing a campus, arboretum, over 100 campus buildings, and athletic fields, serving roughly 2,000 students.

The Chaplain’s Office, the department housing this position, aims to deepen the spiritual and ethical life of the campus. It provides opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to explore the integral relationship between faith and learning, connecting intellect with heart and soul. The office serves individuals of all faiths as well as those exploring spirituality in their lives.

Carleton College is an AA/EEO Employer, committed to developing its staff to reflect the diversity of its student body and American society. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Carleton offers a robust suite of benefits, including:
• A generous 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer contribution and a 2% employee contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time-off, including 20 vacation days, 8 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 weather days, and extra days at the end of the calendar year for a continuous week off before New Year’s.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees.
• A dependent tuition program after six years of service.

About the Job

Job Title: Associate Chaplain for Muslim and Interfaith Life
Department: Chaplain’s Office
Classification: Exempt
Grade: 13
FTE/Working Schedule: This is a part-time position, designated as 0.50 FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) over 12-months.

Application Process: All applications received by April 6, 2025, will be given priority consideration. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the hire is complete. Only online applications are accepted.

Position Overview:
The Associate Chaplain for Muslim and Interfaith Life plays a crucial role within the Chaplain’s Office, providing religious, programmatic, and educational resources primarily to Muslim students and the entire College community. The Muslim Chaplain is expected to significantly promote interfaith life across campus, contributing to its ongoing strength and development. This role encompasses serving as a religious leader, community builder, educator, supervisor, and program coordinator for religion and spirituality.

Compensation:
The expected starting salary range for this part-time position is between $42,100 and $44,400. This salary range has been prorated to reflect the 0.50 FTE nature of the role. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training, licensure and certifications, market factors, departmental budgets, and responsibility.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
The core duties of this position include:
• Planning and co-leading Muslim holiday, religious, and cultural events, in collaboration with chaplaincy staff, the Muslim Student Association (MSA), and other College faculty, staff, and students.
• Advising the MSA and other student religious groups on planning events, programs, or worship.
• Initiating programs and events for the nurture and education of both the Muslim community and the broader campus.
• Collaborating with campus constituencies to advocate for the needs of religious students and implement appropriate supports, including coordination with dining services, residence life, and other departments.
• Advising the Muslim Interest House, assisting with applications and programming.
• Participating in the Council for Religious Understanding, a biweekly interfaith dialogue student group.
• Counseling students, faculty, and staff as needed and appropriate.

Additional Job Responsibilities:
Further responsibilities may be assigned in consultation with the Chaplain.

Supervision Received and Exercised:
• The Associate Chaplain will meet regularly with the Chaplain for assessment and planning.
• The Associate Chaplain will meet regularly with the Muslim Chaplain’s Associate (a student peer leader) for assessment and planning.

Required Education/Experience/Skills:
Candidates for this position must possess:
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field, or be in the process of acquiring one.
• Experience with evidence of professional preparation for chaplaincy.
• Demonstrated aptitude for dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Familiarity with a diverse higher education environment and the developmental issues of young adults.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively with undergraduates and colleagues from a wide array of backgrounds, faith traditions, sects, and cultures.
• Schedule flexibility to accommodate some evening or weekend hours for special events.

Additionally, candidates must have the ability to understand and follow written and oral work instructions, operations, safety procedures, and hazardous labels.

Note: This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.