Student Ministry Coordinator

Elon University Catholic Campus Ministry
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Elon, NC
Posted Date

Hours per week: 40+

Position Summary:

Elon University Catholic Campus Ministry is seeking a Student Ministry Coordinator. The Student Ministry Coordinator will initiate and lead several aspects of the Catholic Campus Ministry program at Elon University. Designed as a two-year position, the role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to get their feet wet in the world of professional lay ministry. 

Visit https://org.elon.edu/ccm/jobs/SMC for more information.

Key responsibilities:

Mentorship and Leadership Development (50% of time)

  • Support all efforts of the CCM Servant Leadership Team:
    • Work with Servant Leaders to plan and implement student-led activities and programs.
    • Ensure and manage all logistics necessary for events.
    • Help to provide leadership, guidance, and encouragement.
    • Attend weekly CORE Team meetings and provide guidance as necessary.
    • Meet weekly with individual Servant Leaders (assigned) for one-on-one discipleship.
  • Serve as a point person for the Evangelical Catholic (EC) training program:
    • Coordinate the invitation processes for a new Reach More training group each semester.
    • Facilitate the weekly training sessions with an eye toward future steps.
    • Meet weekly or bi-weekly with participants for one-on-one discipleship.
    • Shepherd students as they enter into their apostolates and small groups.
  • Oversee the Awakening Retreat program:
    • Work with and provide guidance to the student co-directors to plan and implement the annual Awakening Retreat.
    • Ensure all logistics for the Awakening Retreat.
    • Ensure adequate promotion and outreach for the Awakening Retreat.
    • Help guide leadership transitions and planning retreats.

Student Outreach and Evangelization (25%)

  • Develop a ministry of presence with students by encouraging attendance and being visible/welcoming at CCM events and activities, including but not limited to: Sunday Mass, weekday Masses, weekend retreats (three each year), weeklong alternative break trips (fall and spring), social activities, service events, etc.
  • Continually invite students to CCM programs and activities.
  • Regularly set up meetings with students, new and returning, to build relationships.
  • Foster one-on-one relationships with students who are ready to go deeper into their Catholic faith.
  • Assist Associate Chaplain for Catholic Life with the OCIA program, culminating in students receiving the Sacraments at Easter Mass

Liturgy (15%)

  • Handle all logistics necessary on the university level.
  • Serve as the primary Sacristan for Masses on Sundays/weekends, Ash Wednesday, Holy Week, and holy days of obligation. This includes:
    • Setup and cleanup/takedown of altar table, chairs, etc.
    • Ensuring all volunteer roles are filled as necessary.
    • Preparing and assisting with gifts and offertory.
    • Ensuring that Mass runs smoothly.
  • Coordinate the Liturgical Ministries
    • Encourage students to serve as lectors, extraordinary ministers, or greeters at Mass.
    • Hold Liturgical Minister trainings twice a year and provide ongoing formation.
    • Organize the scheduling of Liturgical Ministers for all holy days of obligation.
    • Ensure liturgical ministers have checked in or have found replacements.

Office (10%)

  • Support all efforts of the Director of Catholic Life and the Associate Chaplain for Catholic Life.
  • Attend weekly CCM staff meetings.
  • Attend monthly meetings with the Truitt Center for Religious & Spiritual Life and with Elon's Division of Student Life.
  • Represent CCM to Elon University and its various departments and circles, the Catholic Life Advisory Board, the Diocese of Raleigh, and the general public.
  • Support other members of the staff with projects such as mailings¸ advancement (fundraising), and strategic planning.
  • Other duties as requested.

Personal Development

  • Develop personal skills as a Catholic leader
    • Pursue and maintain an active, growing relationship with God through daily prayer.
    • Regularly celebrate the sacraments.
    • Read Scripture and other Catholic works to further knowledge of the faith.
    • Attend or participate in one continuing education program each year.
  • Meet with CCM Staff once a week for a spiritual and faith formation hour.
  • Be open and willing to engage in multi-faith efforts.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church
  • Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment
  • Flexibility in hours, including nights and weekends
  • Ability to adapt to change and handle pressures around student schedules
  • Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office and Google Drive
  • Current valid driver's license
  • Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
  • Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 30 days of hire.

Position Start Date: August 1, 2025