Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Dallas Theological Seminary
Job overview
The Seminary Chaplain at Dallas Theological Seminary provides pastoral care and spiritual leadership to students, staff, and faculty, supporting the seminary's community and mission.
Responsibilities and impact
The Chaplain develops and executes pastoral care strategies, leads the Chaplain's Office, collaborates with various seminary departments, oversees chapel services and speakers, and manages office budgets and personnel.
Experience and skills
Requires a DTS master's degree, preferably a Master of Theology, with at least 15 years of pastoral experience focused on pastoral care and team leadership, strong communication, servant leadership, and preaching abilities.
Work environment and culture
The role emphasizes a commitment to the seminary's mission, core values, and doctrinal statement, fostering a prayerful, collaborative, and spiritually supportive environment.
Company information
Dallas Theological Seminary is an institution focused on theological education and spiritual growth, emphasizing community strengthening and biblical teachings.
Team overview
The Chaplain leads the Office of the Chaplain and collaborates with the Chapel Production Team and other seminary offices to support the community's spiritual needs.
Unique job features
The position involves leading chapel services, developing prayer initiatives, and providing pastoral care across various locations, highlighting a unique blend of spiritual leadership and administrative responsibilities.
Company overview
Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS) is a prominent evangelical theological seminary based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in biblical and theological education. Founded in 1924, DTS is known for its strong emphasis on dispensationalist theology and its commitment to the inerrancy of the Bible. The seminary offers a range of graduate programs, including Master of Theology (ThM), Doctor of Ministry (DMin), and various other master's and doctoral degrees. DTS generates revenue through tuition fees, donations, and publishing scholarly works. The institution has a rich history of producing influential Christian leaders and scholars.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive pastoral care experience, emphasizing mentoring, preaching, prayer, and visitation as key skills aligned with Dallas Theological Seminary's mission.
Emphasize leadership in team environments, especially in managing pastoral teams and collaborating with multiple departments such as Student Life and Counseling Services, to reflect the cross-functional nature of the role.
Apply through multiple channels including the Dallas Theological Seminary corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect on LinkedIn with current DTS chaplains, members of the Chapel Production Team, or leaders in Student Life; use ice breakers like asking about recent chapel initiatives or expressing interest in how they integrate prayer into community life.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'pastoral care,' 'mentoring,' 'preaching,' 'chapel services,' 'team leadership,' and 'collaboration' to pass initial screenings effectively.
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