Peer Leader: Chaplain’s Associate (CA)
ABOUT THE PEER LEADER PROGRAM:
The Peer Leader Program serves to synthesize the work of these 11 offices into one developmental experience for students’ current and prospective aspirations. These roles not only allow students the platform to work with staff to create programming, resources, and peer support for the campus community but also offer students opportunities to think critically about and commit diligently to their own development and skill attainment.
The Chaplain’s Associates (CAs) are a vital part of the team working to deepen religious, spiritual, and ethical life on the Carleton campus.
CAs report directly to the College Chaplain, although they work closely with Associate Chaplains and the Chapel Coordinator. CAs work 5-10 hours/week.
Expectations include:
- Attending weekly staff meetings with the other CAs and Chaplains to plan services, and activities, and to share ideas.
- Participating in the Carls for Religious Understanding (CRU) every other week during the term.
- Working on special projects as assigned each term. Based on the CA’s interest and the needs of the Chapel, such projects might include leading a discussion, meditation, or scripture study group; preaching at the Chapel; facilitating Chapel-sponsored social events, service projects, or social justice activities; or arranging for “religious road trips.” Other projects form in response to the talents, interests, and imaginations of Chaplain’s Associates.
- Attending and facilitating weekly Chapel events, services, and programs, including preparing food and refreshments, doing setup and cleanup, serving as greeters, and preparing publicity.
- Helping 1-2 hours/week with administration. Examples include preparing or distributing posters, organizing storage, and advanced event set-up.
- Serving as a liaison with specific student religious groups to support them with Chapel resources and keep the Chapel informed about their activities.
- Assuming responsibility for other tasks on an “as needed” basis.
- Being attentive to the religious, spiritual, and ethical needs of the college, and supporting religious diversity and other forms of identity. The chapel strives to be inherently anti-racist, multicultural, and queer affirming. A Chaplain’s Associate must possess openness to the new or unfamiliar, a willingness to share and speak out on their faith, an ability to listen to others, initiative, and an eagerness to learn and grow.
Application Procedure:
Please send the following:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
As a guide, your cover letter should address the following:
- What has been your previous involvement with the Office of the Chaplain, if any, and what inspired you to apply for the Chaplain’s Associate role?
- What excites you most about being a Chaplain’s Associate? Are there particular ideas you have about what you hope to do in the position?
- How do you hope to grow personally or professionally by working here?
Cover letters should be addressed to:
Rev. Schuyler Vogel
College Chaplain
One North College Street
Northfield, MN 55057
Application Resources
We recommend applicants make an appointment or visit SCA drop-in hours to review application materials before submitting. Appointments can be made with an SCA or a career coach via Handshake.
Carleton is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation regarding this position, email OAR@carleton.edu, contact Sam Thayer (sthayer@carleton.edu, phone number: 507-222-4464) or Elijah Genheimer (egenheimer@carleton.edu, phone number: 507-222-4500).
Should you have any questions about the role or working at the Office of the Chaplain, please reach out to the Chaplain of the College, Rev. Schuyler Vogel ’07, at svogel@carleton.edu.