Chief Academic Officer jobs in Sayreville, NJ

The Chief Mission Officer will also oversee the Office of Mission and Ministry; supervising its staff and directing its ministries which include: 1) animating GCU’s Mercy identity through service and social justice programming, 2) gathering a diverse faith community for prayer, reflection and fellowship, 3) cultivating servant leaders and 4) witnessing to the good news of Jesus Christ and a Catholic embrace of diversity and solidarity.  

Essential Functions:

• Sponsorship, CMHE and Ecclesial Relations:   Foster university relationships with Sisters of Mercy, CMHE and Church authorities (Attending CMHE meetings, Peer Assessment/Mid-term report, etc.)
• Catholic Social Teaching and Critical Concerns:  Ensure that CIT, CST and the Critical Concerns are integrated into the life of the university.   (Includes planning of GCU’s annual Critical Concerns Week)
• Ongoing Formation for Mission:  Work to deepen the university community’s understanding and embodiment of its Catholic/Mercy identity.  (Includes, as necessary, work with the Board of Trustees, University Advisory Council, PLC and various committees, student organizations.)
• Hiring, Orientation and Onboarding:  Interview new faculty and (higher-level) administrative candidates and provide ongoing orientation and mission formation for new hires.  (i.e. mission interview, new employee breakfast, etc.)
• Space, Art, Symbolism and Environment:  Cultivate art and environment that reflects the sacred and inspires GCU’s mission, identity and story.
• Worship, Reflection and Ritual:  Support the sacramental/liturgical life of the university and provide inclusive prayer, ritual and retreat opportunities.  
• Community Engagement:  Facilitate mutually beneficial relationships with the surrounding communities that foster partnerships, celebration, volunteer service, charitable drives and engagement with social justice issues. 
• Curricular/Co-Curricular Development:  Assist faculty and staff as requested for integrating the Mission into courses and programing
• Other duties and projects as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline
• At least 5 years of experience in mission and/or ministry
• Knowledge and commitment to the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church
• Ability to articulate the Mercy charism and inspire others to partner in the mission of the Sisters of Mercy
• Proven management and mentoring skills
• Ability to establish rapport with all segments of University community
• Excellent listening, communication and relational skills 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, students and the general public
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn and utilize other software, platforms and social media
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality

**MUST BE US WORK AUTHORIZED**