Job Description
The Chief Mission Officer will also oversee the Office of Mission and Ministry; supervising its staff and directing its ministries which include: 1) animating GCU’s Mercy identity through service and social justice programming, 2) gathering a diverse faith community for prayer, reflection and fellowship, 3) cultivating servant leaders and 4) witnessing to the good news of Jesus Christ and a Catholic embrace of diversity and solidarity.
Essential Functions:
- Sponsorship, CMHE and Ecclesial Relations: Foster university relationships with Sisters of Mercy, CMHE and Church authorities (Attending CMHE meetings, Peer Assessment/Mid-term report, etc.)
- Catholic Social Teaching and Critical Concerns: Ensure that CIT, CST and the Critical Concerns are integrated into the life of the university. (Includes planning of GCU’s annual Critical Concerns Week)
- Ongoing Formation for Mission: Work to deepen the university community’s understanding and embodiment of its Catholic/Mercy identity. (Includes, as necessary, work with the Board of Trustees, University Advisory Council, PLC and various committees, student organizations.)
- Hiring, Orientation and Onboarding: Interview new faculty and (higher-level) administrative candidates and provide ongoing orientation and mission formation for new hires. (i.e. mission interview, new employee breakfast, etc.)
- Space, Art, Symbolism and Environment: Cultivate art and environment that reflects the sacred and inspires GCU’s mission, identity and story.
- Worship, Reflection and Ritual: Support the sacramental/liturgical life of the university and provide inclusive prayer, ritual and retreat opportunities.
- Community Engagement: Facilitate mutually beneficial relationships with the surrounding communities that foster partnerships, celebration, volunteer service, charitable drives and engagement with social justice issues.
- Curricular/Co-Curricular Development: Assist faculty and staff as requested for integrating the Mission into courses and programing
- Other duties and projects as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- At least 5 years of experience in mission and/or ministry
- Knowledge and commitment to the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church
- Ability to articulate the Mercy charism and inspire others to partner in the mission of the Sisters of Mercy
- Proven management and mentoring skills
- Ability to establish rapport with all segments of University community
- Excellent listening, communication and relational skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, students and the general public
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn and utilize other software, platforms and social media
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
**MUST BE US WORK AUTHORIZED**