Colgate University seeks an individual to provide religious leadership and logistical support for campus communities during major fall religious observances. The role ensures that seasonal gatherings run smoothly, inclusively, and in alignment with university parameters.
Specific duties include:
- Lead egalitarian religious services designed to encourage communal participation, blending traditional and diverse melodies to serve participants from various backgrounds.
- Serve as a primary chanter or reader for sacred texts, coordinating any shared reading segments with staff, student leaders, and community members.
- Provide opportunities for teaching, study, or discussion during designated holiday periods.
- Partner with student leaders and campus staff to share leadership responsibilities, facilitate student involvement, and support student-led components of the programming.
- Assist with venue setup, breakdown, materials distribution, and general operational hospitality for community events and seasonal meals.
- Welcome and direct students, faculty, and university guests to ensure an orderly, inclusive, and hospitable environment.
Professional Experience/Qualifications
Open to rabbinic/cantoral students, non-congregational clergy, or other experienced religious service leaders and event coordinators.
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, student-centered campus environment.
- Ability to follow operational and safety protocols independently.
Candidates interested in extending seasonal support to other fall holidays are encouraged to express this interest during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Department Statement:
The Office of the University Chaplains at Colgate University is a campus hub dedicated to nurturing communities of spiritual practice, fostering inter-religious understanding, and sustaining a vibrant multi-faith environment. Based at the M. Saperstein Jewish Center, our Jewish life program supports an engaged student body, faculty, staff, and local residents representing a diverse spectrum of Jewish tradition and identity. The chaplaincy staff and the student-led Colgate Jewish Union work collaboratively to create an inclusive, welcoming space for meaningful holiday observance, regular spiritual practice, and communal connection within our residential liberal arts environment.
For more information, please visit our Religious Communities page:
Compensation: Base compensation of $7,500, plus university-provided travel, lodging, and meals.
Work Schedule:
Job Open Date: 07/13/2026
Job Close Date: 8/12/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
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https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
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