AssistantAssociate Professor in Pastoral Studies
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Job Location:
Portland, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary Description: Open rank (depending on qualifications) Assistant or Associate Professor in Pastoral Studies is responsible for teaching classes developing curriculum and mentoring students in Pastoral Studies program Christian ministry and related fields. The ideal candidate will be a scholar-practitioner with university teaching experience in a range of courses to include biblical studies spiritual formation Christian pastoral ministries religion social ethics and theology with special focus on Church of God (Anderson) theological concepts. Interested candidate should have university-level teaching experience and have provided pastoral services at a Church of God (Anderson). This position may provide preaching and worship service support for the Campus Pastor as needed.
Essential Functions:
The position is located in a typical office environment. Professional/business casual attire is required.
To apply please read the Employment and Lifestyle Standards statement below then complete the online application at also submit the following with your application (you may attach these documents at the conclusion of the online application):
*Cover Letter
*Curriculum Vitae or Resume
*UnofficialTranscripts
*Essay Response to the Following Questions:
does your personal faith reflect the principles stated in terms 1 2 and 3 of the Employment Standards (listed below)
2. How does your personal philosophy of education and commitment to the synthesis of faith and learning reflect the principles stated in items 4 5 6 7 and 8 (listed below)
Employment and Lifestyle Standards:
Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered urban liberal artsUniversitydedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. TheUniversitywas founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson Indiana). Central to Warner Pacifics identity as a Christ-centered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:
1. A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.
2. The practice of following Christ through day-to-day personal lifestyle choices.
3. A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application and appreciative of differing viewpoints.
4. A commitment to life-long learning and service through personal and professional development.
teaching faculty the expression of artful teaching based on mastery of relevant subject matter and in an environment of purposeful and rigorous inquiry amongst a community of scholars who support one another.
6. A capability by temperament preparation and will to support students as they confront the intellectual social physical emotional and spiritual challenges of their lives.
7. A sensitivity to and support for the mission core themes vision values ethos and traditions of the Warner PacificUniversitycommunity.
8. A commitment to teaching and serving in harmony with the doctrines of the Holy Bible.
Employee Agreement:
Mission-based hiring is of critical importance to Warner Pacific University. Employees are expected to demonstrate and articulate a vital Christian faith and to live in a manner consistent with a Christ-centered lifestyle as informed by the Scriptures of the New Testament.
Warner Pacifics students faculty and staff are expected to foster an environment of mutual respect and accountability to care for the personal dignity of others and to exercise integrity in their conduct and communication. The University environment is expected to be free from discrimination and harassment (including bullying). When an individuals behavior has direct implications for others and/or the well-being of the University community there may be cause for institutional involvement regardless of where the situation occurs.
Warner Pacific University desires to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff faculty students visitors and guests. Therefore smoking is not permitted on University property in its vehicles or at any University sponsored event. The use of illegal drugs or non-prescribed controlled substances is strictly prohibited. Use of alcoholic beverages or tobacco products is strictly prohibited on Warner Pacific University campuses.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Warner Pacific provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement for all employees and applicants regardless of race color sex gender national origin citizenship status disability age genetic information status with regard to public assistance veteran status and any other status protected by laws and regulations to which Warner Pacific is subject. All employment decisions including hiring promotions compensation benefits transfers and terminations are made in a manner that does not discriminate against individuals in the categories discussed above. Because Warner Pacific is a Christian liberal artsUniversity theUniversityexercises its legal right to hire Christian employees to fulfill its mission and purpose.
Warner Pacific Universitys Mission:Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered urban diverse minority-serving Hispanic-serving liberal arts University dedicated to providing students with an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Our hiring practices reflect our missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.
Warner Pacific Universitys Commitment to Diversity:Warner Pacific Universityis an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse workforce of committed Christians from all racial ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Warner Pacific University is committed to hiring staff and faculty with an intentionality that demonstrates the importance of having an employee community that reflects the racial and ethnic diversity of the students we serve.
** NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and completing all required paperwork.
Essential Functions:
- Teach assigned courses preparing students for careers in fields related to Christian ministries pastoral ministries missions youth ministries some non-profit and parachurch and community development ministries theological studies and general education curriculum in these fields.
- Articulate and model current best practices in teaching especially related to first generation college students.
- Mentor students in the Pastoral Studies program and related fields as assigned.
- Serve on academic committees as assigned.
- Develop and review curriculum for courses in Pastoral Studies and related areas including potential online and/or graduate curricula.
- Develop and implement assessment tools for Pastoral Studies program.
- Collaborate with the appropriate personnel to develop and implement a Covenant Agreement with Church of God Ministries Inc. to provide qualified students with a pathway to apply for credentials in the Church of God (Anderson) ordination process through participation in the WPU Pastoral Ministry curriculum and Leadership Focus
- Work collegially with faculty staff and students.
- Understand and promote the mission values and core themes of Warner Pacific University.
- Exhibit excellent communication skills in all interactions with faculty staff and students.
- Contribute to the support and implementation of the WPU Strategic Plan.
- Continue professional growth including participation in the professional development opportunities provided by the institution.
- Adhere to college policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate a commitment to a Christ-centered Liberal Arts education by upholding the mission of the university and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement.
- Exhibit commitment to inclusiveness and sensitivity in areas of national origin ethnicity culture gender and disabilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Doctoral degree in Biblical Studies Spiritual Formation Theology Missions Social Ethics or related field required.
- College teaching experience in relevant curriculum.
- Ordained Minister with pastoral service in the Church of God (Anderson) movement.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
- Ability to educate and mentor traditional and first year students.
- Service in positions of leadership in professional organizations.
- Record of scholarship.
The position is located in a typical office environment. Professional/business casual attire is required.
To apply please read the Employment and Lifestyle Standards statement below then complete the online application at also submit the following with your application (you may attach these documents at the conclusion of the online application):
*Cover Letter
*Curriculum Vitae or Resume
*UnofficialTranscripts
*Essay Response to the Following Questions:
does your personal faith reflect the principles stated in terms 1 2 and 3 of the Employment Standards (listed below)
2. How does your personal philosophy of education and commitment to the synthesis of faith and learning reflect the principles stated in items 4 5 6 7 and 8 (listed below)
Employment and Lifestyle Standards:
Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered urban liberal artsUniversitydedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. TheUniversitywas founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson Indiana). Central to Warner Pacifics identity as a Christ-centered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:
1. A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.
2. The practice of following Christ through day-to-day personal lifestyle choices.
3. A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application and appreciative of differing viewpoints.
4. A commitment to life-long learning and service through personal and professional development.
teaching faculty the expression of artful teaching based on mastery of relevant subject matter and in an environment of purposeful and rigorous inquiry amongst a community of scholars who support one another.
6. A capability by temperament preparation and will to support students as they confront the intellectual social physical emotional and spiritual challenges of their lives.
7. A sensitivity to and support for the mission core themes vision values ethos and traditions of the Warner PacificUniversitycommunity.
8. A commitment to teaching and serving in harmony with the doctrines of the Holy Bible.
Employee Agreement:
Mission-based hiring is of critical importance to Warner Pacific University. Employees are expected to demonstrate and articulate a vital Christian faith and to live in a manner consistent with a Christ-centered lifestyle as informed by the Scriptures of the New Testament.
Warner Pacifics students faculty and staff are expected to foster an environment of mutual respect and accountability to care for the personal dignity of others and to exercise integrity in their conduct and communication. The University environment is expected to be free from discrimination and harassment (including bullying). When an individuals behavior has direct implications for others and/or the well-being of the University community there may be cause for institutional involvement regardless of where the situation occurs.
Warner Pacific University desires to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff faculty students visitors and guests. Therefore smoking is not permitted on University property in its vehicles or at any University sponsored event. The use of illegal drugs or non-prescribed controlled substances is strictly prohibited. Use of alcoholic beverages or tobacco products is strictly prohibited on Warner Pacific University campuses.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Warner Pacific provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement for all employees and applicants regardless of race color sex gender national origin citizenship status disability age genetic information status with regard to public assistance veteran status and any other status protected by laws and regulations to which Warner Pacific is subject. All employment decisions including hiring promotions compensation benefits transfers and terminations are made in a manner that does not discriminate against individuals in the categories discussed above. Because Warner Pacific is a Christian liberal artsUniversity theUniversityexercises its legal right to hire Christian employees to fulfill its mission and purpose.
Warner Pacific Universitys Mission:Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered urban diverse minority-serving Hispanic-serving liberal arts University dedicated to providing students with an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Our hiring practices reflect our missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.
Warner Pacific Universitys Commitment to Diversity:Warner Pacific Universityis an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse workforce of committed Christians from all racial ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Warner Pacific University is committed to hiring staff and faculty with an intentionality that demonstrates the importance of having an employee community that reflects the racial and ethnic diversity of the students we serve.
** NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and completing all required paperwork.
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