Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Role
This one- to two-year position serves as an intensive training ground for future Campus Staff Ministers within the Greater North Texas Area. The Campus Ministry Associate will work under the guidance of a Staff Minister to learn and prepare for the full responsibilities of leading undergraduate ministry. The role is designed to immerse the associate in ministerial functions, spiritual growth, and the operational realities of campus ministry, with specific assignments tailored to the individual's skills and development needs.
The Mission
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship exists to advance the mission and purpose of Jesus Christ among college students. As an Associate, you will be an ambassador of this mission, engaging with students and faculty to proclaim the Gospel. You will help cast spiritual vision, foster strategic thinking within student chapters, and model a love for God's people of every ethnicity and culture. The role requires a deep commitment to daily spiritual disciplines and an ongoing call to ministry service.
Compensation and Funding
This position is uniquely funded through personal fundraising. Compensation is determined by the individual's ability to secure a donor team to cover the cost of the salary. While the anticipated full-time salary range is $35,088.00 to $46,776.00 per year, the actual amount received is subject to the successful raising of funds necessary to cover the full salary within that range, including any geographic adjustments for location and cost of living.
Benefits
Eligible employees receive a competitive benefits package, which may include health care, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement savings plan with matching contributions, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, parental leave, and professional development assistance.
The Hiring Process
Candidates will be evaluated based on their application, which assesses their calling to InterVarsity, their alignment with the organization's doctrinal basis, and their potential for growth. A supervisory decision regarding the suitability of the individual for continuing employment with InterVarsity is made at the end of the term of service.
Equal Opportunity and Faith Commitment
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability. However, consistent with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702, InterVarsity has the right to hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity's Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis. This ensures that all staff share the same religious commitment vital to advancing the organization's mission.
Work location
Work model: On-site
On-site
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist in leading ministry to students and faculty on campus
- check_circleGuide student chapters in developing strategic thinking regarding witness
- check_circleDevelop and support student and faculty ministry leadership teams
- check_circleProvide pastoral care and support for students and faculty
- check_circleRecruit students and faculty for conferences and ministry projects
- check_circleServe as an ambassador to ministry partners and churches
- check_circleSecure personal financial and prayer support to fund the ministry
- check_circleDevelop and implement an annual 30-day plan for raising personal budget
- check_circleCommunicate with ministry partners at least four times per year
- check_circleTeach students to love, study, and apply Scripture to their lives
- check_circlePerform administrative tasks to comply with organizational policies and procedures
- check_circleManage budgeting, expense reporting, and annual chapter affiliation filings
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree for non-enrolled candidates assigned to four-year campuses
- verifiedAssociate's degree for non-enrolled candidates assigned to two-year campuses
- verifiedPrior experience teaching spiritual and biblical principles
- verifiedPrior experience planning ministry programs
- verifiedPrior experience spiritually discipling others
- verifiedPrior experience with InterVarsity or other campus ministry preferred
- verifiedAnnual affirmation of InterVarsity's Statement of Agreement
- verifiedAdherence to InterVarsity's Code of Conduct
- verifiedAdherence to InterVarsity's Human Sexuality Theological Paper
- verifiedAdherence to InterVarsity's Women in Ministry Statement of Affirmation
Nice to Have
Prior experience with InterVarsity or other campus ministry (including as a student)
Benefits & Perks
check_circle403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributionscheck_circleHealth insurance coveragecheck_circleDental insurance coveragecheck_circleVision insurance coveragecheck_circleLife insurance coveragecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleFlexible spending accountscheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleParental leavecheck_circleEmployee assistance program
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Teaching Spiritual And Biblical Principles, Planning Ministry Programs, Spiritually Discipling Others, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Problem Solving, Fundraising, Budgeting, Expense Reporting, Risk Management.
Education: Bachelor's degree required for non-enrolled candidates assigned to four-year campuses; Associate's degree required for non-enrolled candidates assigned to two-year campuses.
Frequently asked questions about Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA
What does a Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA do?expand_more
In this Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA role, you will assist in leading ministry to students and faculty on campus; guide student chapters in developing strategic thinking regarding witness; develop and support student and faculty ministry leadership teams; and provide pastoral care and support for students and faculty.
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To qualify for the Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree for non-enrolled candidates assigned to four-year campuses; Associate's degree for non-enrolled candidates assigned to two-year campuses; Prior experience teaching spiritual and biblical principles; Prior experience planning ministry programs; Prior experience spiritually discipling others; and Prior experience with InterVarsity or other campus ministry preferred.
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InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has listed this Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) role as on-site.
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Key skills for Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA include Teaching Spiritual And Biblical Principles; Planning Ministry Programs; Spiritually Discipling Others; Oral Communication; Written Communication; Problem Solving; Fundraising; and Budgeting.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required for non-enrolled candidates assigned to four-year campuses; and Associate's degree required for non-enrolled candidates assigned to two-year campuses.
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Campus Ministry Associate (Undergraduate Ministry) at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA operates as a religious institution headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to transforming students and faculty across American higher education. The organization focuses on developing world changers through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, serving a diverse range of campuses from Ivy League schools to community colleges. Currently, InterVarsity maintains a presence in 1,121 chapters located on 772 distinct campuses nationwide.
During the 2018-2019 academic year, staff documented 3,140 first-time professions of faith in Jesus, representing a 39% increase over the previous decade. The organization has publicly committed to a 2030 goal of establishing Christian fellowships on all 2,500 university campuses in the United States that enroll more than 1,000 students. To achieve this expansion, the group plans to collaborate with other ministries, churches, alumni networks, and volunteers to reach schools currently lacking a ministry presence.
InterVarsity is a charter member of the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students and holds a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, placing it among the top 3% of nonprofits in the United States. The organization strives to build campus witnessing communities that boldly proclaim their message of hope while actively pursuing the Kingdom of God.
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