Resident Hall Director (Dorm Pastor)

Waxahachie, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually academically professionally and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Position Overview

The Dorm Pastor/Residence Hall Director is responsible for ensuring the spiritual growth and pastoral care of on-campus students enrolled at the University. They are Spirit-filled role models who uphold the authority of Scripture Arminian and Pentecostal theology and Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths. The position serves under the auspices of the Residence Life Department and reports directly to the Dean of Students. Benefits include housing and meal plan.

Major Responsibilities

Serve as spiritual leaders in their respective residence hall.
Provide pastoral counseling support and care to students within their respective residence hall.
Develop interpersonal relationships and a sense of community among dorm residents.
Serve as spiritual mentor and life coach for dorm residents.
Plan and employ weekly dorm devotions/services that include worship prayer and biblical teaching/preaching.
Promote an environment in which students can develop Christian character and leadership skills.
Reside in their respective residence hall.
Recruit train and mentor resident assistants to provide pastoral ministry to dorm residents.
Follow and enforce University policies as outlined in the Student Handbook.
Assist in the safety and security of the residence hall.
Report potential Title IX incidents to Director of Human Resources or Title IX Coordinator.
Be willing to fulfill summer duties as needed.
Attend University chapel services on a regular basis.
Assist in chapel supervision and enforcement of the Chapel Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

Be Spirit-filled as demonstrated in Acts 2.
Maintain and model spiritual maturity and high moral/ethical standards.
Possess a caring and pastoral heart and strong interpersonal relational skills.
Hold an earned undergraduate degree (counseling or biblical studies preferred).
Have previous successful ministry experience.
Possess strong organizational and management skills.
Understand academic spiritual and social aspects of the University.
Maintain active membership in an Assemblies of God church and attend on a regular basis.

Application Process: Complete the fields to the right of this screen under Apply here. These fields contain intake information. After clicking submit application you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Human Resources Office at Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office.

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This position is exempt from overtime in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Join us in shaping the future of Nelson University and empowering students to fulfill their potential!

Nelson University (formerly Southwestern Assemblies of God University) is a vibrant private Christian university located just 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie. Founded in 1927 the university now offers over 70 associate bachelors masters and doctoral degrees available on campus and online.

As an evangelical Christian institution rooted in Biblical truth Nelson University fosters a Spirit-empowered community where faculty staff and students are encouraged to live out their faith with purpose and integrity. We are passionate about equipping our team members to make a meaningful impact in both personal and professional spheres embodying values that inspire and transform.

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Institutional MissionNelson University exists to equip students spiritually academically professionally and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.Position OverviewThe Dorm Pastor/Residence Hall Director is responsible for ensuring the spiritual growth and pastoral care of on-camp...