Master of Divinity Online Program Director

Job Summary:

This position exists for the purposes of providing leadership, administration, and teaching within the Master of Divinity program.

Employee Type: Faculty 12 Month

Status: Full-time/Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Dimensions of the Position: General

Institutional Context – An understanding of Lancaster Bible College, Seminary and Graduate School and its place in the non-profit educational world.

• A general understanding of higher education and a more specific understanding of seminary and graduate education.
• A general awareness of the operation and philosophy of Lancaster Bible College Seminary and Graduate School.
• A clear understanding of the organizational structure of the College and its various departments.
• An understanding of and commitment to the mission, theological position, educational philosophy, and Christian life of Lancaster Bible College, Seminary and Graduate School.

Personal Qualities – The ability to identify personal strengths, weaknesses, skills, and limitations, and to use this understanding profitably.

• The desire to grow, develop, and mature, both spiritually and professionally.
• The ability to motivate, lead and develop teammates, both spiritually and professionally.
• The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships.
• A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve within a team.
• A professional appearance.

Spiritual Qualities – Evidence of a desire to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Christ

• An identifiable salvation experience.
• A pattern of spiritual development characterized by prayer, Bible study, and regular attendance at a local church or involvement in a church ministry.
• A commitment to ministry and encouragement of others toward the same.
• An ability to articulate a holistic philosophy of spiritual formation in the life of the Christ follower and the ministry leader.

Dimensions of the Position: Specific

• A successful ministry in a local church or in a Christian institution of higher education.
• A demonstrated administrative ability within a local church or an institution of Christian higher education.
• An earned doctorate.
• A positive reputation in leadership, ministry, and educational contexts.
• A concentration in leadership, discipleship, and ministry related courses.
• Ability to direct master’s level studies and research.
• Recognized contribution through teaching and writing or the potential for such a contribution.

Special Skills – to apply professional and/or technical skills and other resources to the job.

• The ability to maturely and creatively assist in leading LBC Seminary & Graduate School.
• The ability to work in a team context within the School of Bible & Ministry.
• The ability to effectively develop interdepartmental relationships in order to achieve organizational goals.
• The ability to effectively develop relationships with strategic external partners in order to achieve organizational goals.
• The ability to manage a significant level of organizational detail while maintaining a vision and futuristic thinking.
• The ability to speak publicly on behalf of the College in spiritual or professional groups as required.
• The ability to recruit prospective students and present graduate programs in a clear and compelling manner.
• A demonstrated pattern of balancing practical ministry with academia as a reflective practitioner.

Job Tasks – to determine specific tasks required of the position.

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

In cooperation with the Program Chair for Graduate Studies:

• Provide administrative oversight of the Master of Divinity program.
• Provide direction and support to the directors of the Master of Arts in Biblical Studies and Master of Arts in Ministry programs.
• Collaborate with department chairs and program directors in curriculum development and program improvement.
• Oversee the scheduling, implementation, and facilitation of Master of Divinity courses.
• Provide direction and support for professors teaching Master of Divinity courses.
• Assist in the preparation of required documents for program maintenance and development including but not limited to reports, proposals, catalog content, website content, advertising materials, program brochures, curriculum sheets, and assessment.
• Provide leadership for strategic program development.
• Serve as internal liaison with other departments to enhance communication and working processes related to Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, and Master of Arts in Ministry programs.
• Provide leadership for strategic partnerships with external organizations for the purpose of developing the Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, and Master of Arts in Ministry programs.

FACULTY ROLE

• Serve as a ranked faculty member participating in the School of Bible & Ministry meetings, faculty meetings, and on committees as appropriate.
• Attendance at all-employee, School of Bible & Ministry meetings, awards ceremonies, and graduation is required
• Serve as faculty mentor to provide academic advising to prospective and enrolled students.

STUDENT SERVICES

In cooperation with the Program Chair for Graduate Studies:

• Assist in the design and implementation of student recruitment methods and processes.
• Assist in the student admission process.
• Assist in the maintenance of records for tracking prospective student contracts.
• Monitor student progress through programs.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate for master’s students in gaining needed academic, technology, financial and guidance services.
• Assist students in course selection and registration as necessary.