Campus Minister - MTSU

Location: Nashville, TN | Posted: September 14, 2026 | Expires: November 13, 2026 | Category: Young Adult Ministry | Employment type: Full‑Time | Experience level: 0‑2 years | Education: Undergraduate degree (preferred)

About the role

The Campus Minister for University Catholic (UCat) at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) serves as a dynamic, faith‑filled leader who fosters a vibrant Catholic presence on campus. Based at the St. Martin de Porres House, the minister provides pastoral care, discipleship, liturgical support, service coordination, and community engagement, working closely with the chaplain to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities

• Pastoral Ministry: Welcome and accompany students at UCat programs (Sunday Supper, Veritas, Study Break); provide pastoral care and spiritual accompaniment; maintain a warm, hospitable atmosphere; support student outreach and ministry fairs; assist the diocesan office with retreats, service projects, and special events; coordinate and lead Bible studies and discipleship groups; mentor student leaders and act as liaison to the diocese.
• Liturgical & Sacramental Support: Collaborate with the chaplain and clergy to support liturgical celebrations (Sunday Mass, Holy Days of Obligation); coordinate training for liturgical ministers (lectors, altar servers, Eucharistic ministers); assist in planning and promoting prayer experiences and sacramental preparation.
• Event & Program Leadership: Coordinate logistics for Sunday Supper, Veritas, and Study Break (meals, signage, welcoming); support summer outreach and tabling events; organize service opportunities and immersion experiences; promote Catholic social teaching and justice education; collaborate with local organizations and campus partners.
• Administrative & Operational Leadership: Manage email communications, newsletters, and calendar updates; maintain social‑media platforms (Instagram, GroupMe, Flocknote) and website; oversee registrations and evaluation of events (Awakening Retreats, SEEK Conference Trip, March for Life Pilgrimage); track expenses, organize receipts, and support ministry logistics; mentor and train student leaders; encourage student ownership of event planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of UCat and the Director of the Office of Faith Formation.

Requirements

• Experience working in Catholic campus ministry or related ministries.
• Bachelor’s degree in theology or a related field (preferred).
• Experience organizing student events and trips.

Skills

• Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with active parish involvement.
• Knowledge of Church doctrine and practice.
• Articulate written and public speaking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project‑management skills.
• Passion for evangelization and catechesis.
• Proficiency with computer programs, web‑based software, and social‑media platforms.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Builds Networks
• Drives Engagement
• Resourcefulness