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Position Openings (Higher Education)

[posted 2/6/08]

Director of the Center for the Ministry of Teaching, Virginia Theological Seminary, Alexandria, VA

The Center for the Ministry of Teaching (CMT) was established by Virginia Theological Seminary in 1985, with Locke Bowman as its first director. An ecumenical resource and research center in support of Christian formation and education both locally and nationally, the CMT is central to Virginia Theological Seminary’s Institute for Christian Formation and Leadership (ICFL).

The CMT supports an on-campus library and curriculum resource center (including a circulating collection of almost 10,000 volumes, as well as extensive DVD and video holdings). In addition to the Episcopal Children’s Curriculum and Episcopal Curriculum for Youth, the Center publishes The Episcopal Teacher (four issues per year). Through the Center, the Seminary offers advanced degrees in Christian Education (MACE), Christian Education with an emphasis in youth ministry (MACE/YM), and Educational Leadership (D.Min.). This summer the CMT is scheduled to move into newly renovated quarters in historic Key Hall.

The CMT will continue to maintain its focus on parish-based religious education and formation for children, youth and adults while expanding its work to include school and college chaplaincy, the teaching of religion in multi-denominational and inter-faith settings, issues of emerging adulthood (20’s and 30’s), and continuing theological education for older adults. The Center will also seek to increase and encourage the use of digital technology in curriculum design and accessibility.

Qualifications include a deep commitment to Christ, a heart for parish-based religious education in an ecumenical context, supervisory experience, and close familiarity with the Episcopal Church. Applicants should have an earned Ph.D., Th.D., or Ed.D. degree. Applications are welcome from candidates with D.Min. degrees who can demonstrate teaching and/or administrative experience in a diocesan/judicatory, seminary or university setting. Excellent writing and speaking skills are essential, as well as familiarity with the use of digital technology.

This is a full-time faculty administrative position. The director will have oversight of the Center, and will teach courses at the master’s and doctoral level in Christian education, faith development, and other aspects of practical theology related to education and formation in parish or school settings. He or she will also participate, as appropriate and needed, in continuing education offerings and non-degree programs offered through ICFL.

The director must be willing to travel to promote the work of the Center and the Institute, and will seek appropriate opportunities for professional development and peer relationships, including participation in professional associations. The director will also be expected to contribute to his or her own field of study and to the broader life of the church through research and writing. All faculty members participate fully in the worship life of the Seminary, work with advising groups, and share in the work of faculty committees.

Women, couples, and persons from underrepresented ethnic and racial minorities are encouraged to apply. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. All full-time faculty members must live in faculty housing on campus.

 

Applications Process: Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: The Very Rev. Ian Markham, Ph.D., Dean and President, Virginia Theological Seminary, 3737 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304, Email: klasseron@vts.edu. Priority will be given to applications received by May 12. Submission electronically is encouraged.

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Position Openings (Faith Communities)

[posted 6/8/08]

Web, Print, and New Media Communications Editor- Fund for Theological Education (FTE), Atlanta, GA

The Fund for Theological Education (FTE) is a leading ecumenical advocate for excellence and diversity in Christian ministry and theological scholarship. It supports the next generation of leaders among pastors and scholars, providing fellowships and a network of support for gifted young people from all denominations and racial/ethnic backgrounds.  FTE is looking for a talented, enthusiastic professional to serve as editor and project manager with lead responsibility for generating electronic, print and new media communications tools.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as editor and project manager responsible for content and spin-off applications for the Fund’s Web site, engaging external resources (designers, programmers, freelance writers) and serving as a key writer as needed. -Serve as editor/writer and production manager for a new bimonthly electronic newsletter. - Supervise editing and integration of audio/video tools on Web site. -· Work with program staff to design and implement marketing communications tools, including brochures, fliers, ads, signage and other materials. - Coordinate editorial content, design, production and distribution of one annual print issue of the Fund’s newsletter, which serves as an annual report. -Consult and assist with other Fund-related Web sites as needed. -Advise on messaging and stakeholder strategies. -Maintain photo library and make images available to internal and external sources. -Supervise photography at conferences and events. -Provide back-up assistance with media relations on as-needed basis, including occasional writing, editing or distribution of news releases. -Post FTE media coverage on Web site and maintain archival file of print and broadcast coverage. -Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: Commitment to FTE’s mission. -Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, new media or related field. -Three or more years of professional experience in writing, editing, project management and/or other communication activities. - Excellent writing skills, with training and/or experience in journalistic writing. (Writing samples and a writing test will be requested.) -Demonstrated project management skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and independently and consistently meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively with vendors and partners. -Strategic and working knowledge of Web-based communications and applications. -Ability to identify and communicate effectively with a variety of audiences. -Excellent computer skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel are required, as are skills in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat Professional. Experience with Constant Contact products a plus. Requires aptitude with digital photo file formats, editing and printing. Photography skills not required but considered a plus.

SALARY: This is a full-time salaried position with benefits.

CONTACT: Send resume and writing samples to Kerry Traubert, FTE Director of Communications via e-mail: ktraubert@thefund.org.

 

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