Associate Director of Resource Strategy and Development

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a stateBaylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011 Baylor has been named as one of the nations Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the countrys largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey conducted by ModernThink is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking an Associate Director of Resource Strategy and Development. The primary purpose of this position is to support and implement the strategy development and quality of resources for the Belonging Hub the online home for The Whole Body Projects tools training and learning pathways. This person will help design a coherent resource ecosystem and help create resources that equip congregations to take faithful next steps toward belonging. The position will translate research theology and best practices into accessible and practical resources related to disability mental health and Christian community.

A bachelors degree and three years of relevant work experience are required. A masters degreeand seven years of relevant work experience are preferred. Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

About the Project

Baylor University is leading The Whole Body Project a new Storytelling Initiative funded byLilly Endowment Inc. A five-year project will showcase transformative stories of vibrant faith and mutual flourishing in Christian congregations when those with and without disabilities or mental health challenges move from exclusion and isolation to mutual belonging by worshipping learning serving leading and living life together. Through a first-of-its-kind national impact campaignrooted in research supported by deep partnerships and sustained through practical resource pathwaysthis unique initiative seeks to inspire and equip tens of thousands of church leaders members and families to reimagine and pursue faithful life together.

This project is a collaborative effort across five Baylor centers and departments bringing together partners throughout the university and across the nation. It is led by Co-Principal InvestigatorsErik CarterDustin Benac andJason Le Shana. Collaborating centers include theBaylor Center for Disability and Flourishing theFuture Communities Lab theCenter for Church and Community Impact theDunn Center for Christian Music Studies and theInstitute for Faith and Learning. The Executive Summary andpress release provide additional detail on the project.

What You Will Do

• Write develop and revise high-quality resources that help churches take practical next steps toward inclusion and belonging (this includes foundational resources on disability mental health theology of belonging congregational life and Christian practice)
• Contribute to a portfolio of resources such as ministry guides reflection tools checklists facilitator guides sermon and small-group tools training materials and practical frameworks for congregational change
• Ensure resources are clear accessible theologically grounded and useful for pastors ministry leaders families and congregations
• Guide the creation of the overall resource roadmap for the Belonging Hub
• Translate the projects audience journey into a coherent ecosystem of tools training and learning pathways
• Design keystone pathways for individuals families churches and ministry leaders
• Determine resource priorities sequencing formats and intended outcomes so that Hub users can move from initial interest to sustained action in their congregations
• Establish and maintain standards for resource quality voice structure accessibility theological alignment usability and visual consistency
• Create templates writing guidelines review processes and production workflows for Belonging Hub resources
• Review and edit resources developed by collaborating faculty staff students subject-matter experts and other partners
• Ensure all resources are aligned with the projects vision audience needs and commitment to faithful inclusion
• Work closely with project leaders affiliated Baylor centers and faculty creative agency partners designers web developers accessibility consultants pastors families ministry leaders and people with lived experience of disability and mental health challenges
• Gather input from subject-matter experts and translate it into practical resources for churches
• Coordinate with the storytelling team so that documentary clips short-form videos podcasts written stories testimonies and case studies are meaningfully integrated into Hub resources
• Develop systems for tracking resource development from concept to publication
• Coordinate resource review design accessibility checks web publication and updates
• Use feedback analytics evaluation findings and partner input to improve resources over time

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission

• Ability to comply with university policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance generous time off tuition remission and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your familys wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more go toBaylor Benefits & Advantages.

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