Tufts University
Associate University Chaplain and Director of Dharmic Life
Medford, Massachusetts · Director
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About the role
- The team also includes an Associate Director of Programs, Administrative Coordinator, Music Director, Graduate Student Interns, and undergraduate student workers.
- RPL works with 15-20 undergraduate and graduate religious and philosophical communities that offer over 30 weekly gatherings and many special programs.
Responsibilities
- Support and develop inclusive and pluralistic communities on all Tufts campuses, in partnership with Tufts' various undergraduate and graduate student organizations.
- Leads meditation and programs consistent with their own practice and expertise within Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, or Jainism
- Maintains and promotes use of the Dharmic Shrine Room at the Interfaith Center
- Maintains regular communication outlets with Dharmic communities, including overseeing social media and weekly newsletters
- Associate University Chaplains contribute to the overall support of religious and philosophical life at Tufts by providing primary leadership, organization, and advising for the distinct communities they serve.
Requirements
- Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
- Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, Religious Studies, or related field
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Nice to have
- Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree
- Ordination or similar institutional recognition of spiritual leadership within one's tradition
Compensation
- Minimum $61,200.00, Midpoint $76,500.00, Maximum $91,800.00
- Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
Benefits
- Chaplains arrange a wide variety of educational programs related to the tradition(s) for a diverse spectrum of practitioners and for the general university community.
- Plan and lead weekly gatherings, as well as holiday celebrations and communal life observances in partnership with the RPL team, student leaders and campus partners
- Organize regular spiritual formation and educational opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, such as study programs, retreats, community service opportunities, and holiday celebrations
- Partners with student organizations (Tufts Buddhist Mindfulness Sangha, Graduate TBMS, Hindu Student Association and Graduate HSA, Sikh Student Association) to offer dynamic and diverse programs and campus events
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