Director of Community Ministry

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The Director of Community Ministry (DCM) guides Duke Chapel's commitment to community engagement and social impact by recognizing and participating in the enormous opportunities for ministry, discovery, relationship, and witness in the interface between Duke, Durham, and beyond. The DCM will do this by (1) representing the Chapel in Durham, (2) overseeing, leading, and facilitating student engagement in Durham and beyond, (3) serving as Duke's Faith Ambassador through Duke Community Affairs Office, and (4) other Chapel duties.

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Minimum Requirements

Education

Work requires analytical, communications and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a Master's degree.

Experience

2-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

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Position Description (Essential Duties)

1. Chapel Representation in Durham (40%)
   
   
   
   1. Direct the Chapel's engagement with Durham, especially in relation to justice-oriented, faith-based initiatives
   2. Explore and recommend expanded involvement in local and regional social issues aligned with strategic priorities of the Chapel
   3. Deepen partnership with Congregation at Duke Chapel Missions Committee and attend regular meetings
   4. Lead the Mission of the Month and Offering Committee and develop and maintain procedures for tracking use of funds by non-profit offering recipients.
   5. Serve on a small number of appropriate non-profit boards, or similar strategic leadership/partnerships
   
   
   
   

1. Duke Student Engagement in Durham and Beyond (25%)
   
   
   
   1. Oversee, coordinate, and administer the PathWays Fellowship Program, including the year-round maintenance, upkeep, and repairs of PathWays House.
   2. Oversee, organize, and lead mission and service engagement in and beyond Durham, including service and alternative break trips and (at least) semi-annual Durham Pilgrimage of Pain and Hope.
   3. With the ministry team, coordinate monthly service opportunities for Chapel Scholars during the academic year.
   4. With the ministry team, coordinate and oversee annual or semi-annual community service events for the Chapel (e.g., the annual Crop Drop)
   
   
   
   

1. Duke Faith Ambassador through Duke Community Affairs Office (25%)
   
   
   
   1. Connect strategic initiatives and goals of DCA with complementary priorities of faith communities in Durham.
   2. Establish and sustain hightrust relationships with Durham faith communities and nonprofit organizations to advance shared goals and coordinated, mutually beneficial engagements.
   3. Attend regular faith community gatherings (DCIA, RCND Monthly Community Roundtable, IMA, etc.), nonprofit convenings, and other relevant strategic community forums that support crosssector collaboration to address communityidentified priorities.
   4. Serve as a resource to faith communities and Duke students, faculty, and staff involved in communityengaged courses, research, and cocurricular initiatives, modeling shared principles of community engagement.
   5. Engage with major city-wide initiatives connected to faith and service.
   
   
   
   

1. Other Chapel duties (5%)
   
   
   
   1. Lead in Worship as invited, typically 1-2 times per month
   2. Guide the Chapel's annual award processes for the Humanitarian Service Award and the Hall Award
   
   
   
   

1. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein and as assigned. (5%)

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Choose Duke.

Duke Chapel is a center for reflection, leadership, and community engagement. As a Program Director, you'll play a key role in shaping programs that support student development and foster meaningful conversations around character and purpose.

Duke offers a collaborative work environment, opportunities to engage with faculty and students, and a competitive benefits package: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/