Campus Minister Job Description

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a passionate follower of Jesus who loves college students and wants to see the next generation transformed by the gospel. The ideal candidate is rooted in the local church, relationally wise, humble, and eager to grow. Whether you’ve served in ministry professionally or as a volunteer leader, you bring a heart for discipleship and a willingness to walk closely with students in their faith journey.

Qualifications

  • Growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear sense of calling to ministry

  • Passion for ministering to college students

  • Active involvement in a local church community

  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

  • Previous ministry experience (professional or lay leadership)

  • Emotional maturity and healthy relational boundaries

What You’ll Do

As a Campus Minister, you’ll join a local ministry team and help create a community where students can know Jesus, grow as disciples, and discover their purpose. This role is highly relational and mission-driven, requiring both a heart for students and strong collaboration with fellow staff.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a member of the local Campus Collective staff team

  • Report directly to the Lead Campus Minister

  • Help plan and execute campus ministry programs, events, and outreach

  • Build meaningful, discipling relationships with students, helping them follow Jesus in daily life

  • Partner with staff and student leaders to set and pursue measurable ministry goals

  • Submit personal ministry plans that align with annual objectives

  • Set and track progress toward professional development goals

  • Fundraise and maintain 100% of your personal support and ministry budget (with training and coaching provided)

  • Be fully present on campus with students, leaders, and your team

  • Participate in statewide retreats, staff gatherings, and weekly coaching calls

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who is relationally gifted, mission-focused, and eager to invest deeply in students’ lives.

Core Competencies

  • Relates well to college students and understands their culture and needs

  • Communicates the relevance of Jesus clearly and compellingly

  • Self-starter with initiative to serve students, staff, and the local campus

  • Aligns with Campus Collective’s mission and values

  • Inspires student leaders with vision and direction

  • Communicates clearly and consistently within all responsibilities

  • Models servant leadership and teamwork

  • Humble, teachable, and willing to grow

  • Listens well and offers wise, biblical counsel

  • Organized, proactive, and dependable

  • Handles conflict with grace, truth, and love