Dartmouth College Multi-faith Intern Program Advisor Position

Title: Program Advisor (Multi-Faith Programs) Position:
Department: Tucker Foundation Category: Temporary
Reports to: College Chaplain
Date: February 2007

Position Purpose

The Advisor to Multi-Faith Programs assists the college chaplain in the programmatic activities of the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, with special responsibilities for residential life. In addition to the assistance provided to the chaplain, the Advisor to Multi-Faith Programs works to enhance and further multi-faith programming at the College.

Assigned Task

1. Attends all meetings of the United Campus Ministry.
2. Provides support to and engages in collaborative student programming with UGAs (Undergraduate Advisors) including attending UGA training, offering consultation and assisting in student advising and crisis intervention and support. Works with UGAs to develop and implement mutually beneficial student programs and initiatives.
3. In conjunction with the college chaplain and the Multi-Faith Council, the Advisor to Multi-Faith Programs plans and promotes multi-faith discussions, projects, and activities. She/He advises the Multi-Faith Council, and attends and facilitates all their meetings.
4. The Advisor to Multi-Faith Programs serves as a liaison between the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life and other College offices including but not limited to the following: the Office of Residence Life, Office of Pluralism and Leadership, Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity, or other offices depending upon interests and needs. (Examples of collaborative projects include: the "Faith Matters" dinner discussion series and the "Faith and Reason" video series, etc.)
5. Performs research for the college chaplain as requested.
6. Assists the college chaplain with any special projects.
7. May assist in the preparation and delivery of a noonday ecumenical worship service.
8. Provides religious and spiritual support to College staff and students as requested.
9. Assists in the development of student engagement and educational programs concerning spirituality, ethics and morality.
10. The Program Advisor should be willing to work some odd hours, especially evenings.
11. Serves on Tucker Foundation and/or College working groups and committees as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned

Note: Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. or Canadian driver's license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.

Position Requirements

§ Skills & Knowledge

§ Strong organizational skills

§ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

§ Highly proficient with technology and computer applications.

§ Ability to work in a large complex organization.

§ Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team approach.
§ Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population
§ Enrollment in a seminary or other program of professional religious education
§ Affiliation with a recognized faith tradition
§ Interest in multi-faith dialogue
§ Demonstrated leadership skills
§ Demonstrated organizational skill
§ Ability to maintain confidentiality
§ Highly self-motivated
§ Good networking skills
§ Able to set goals, create clear statements of purpose, and communicate those goals and purposes to others

Compensation:

1. The College Chaplain will act as supervisor and, according to individual seminary requirements, will certify the Program Advisor's work for academic purposes.

2. The Program Advisor will receive a stipend of $1,200 per month for 9 months (mid-September-mid-June).

3. The Program Advisor will receive a stipend of up to $2,000 to apply to medical insurance through his/her seminary.

4. Housing for nine months (September 1-June 15) will be provided.

5. A commuter meal plan will be provided.

There will be no additional benefits.

Preference will be given to applicants who apply by March 15, 2007.

Applications should consist of:
1. A letter of interest,
2. A Curriculum Vitae and
3. Names of three references.

Application material should be addressed to:
Rev. Dr. Richard Crocker
College Chaplain
6154 South Fairbanks Hall
Hanover, NH 03755

For information, phone: 603-646-3350
Fax: 603-646-2645