Vice President of Mission and Ministry

Description

Reports to: President

Classification: Exempt | Staff| Full Time | 2080 Hours

Position Summary: This role exists to support and implement the Mission of Magnificat High School. The Vice President of Mission and Ministry advances and integrates the Mission and Values of Magnificat High School across all aspects of school life. This role serves as a spiritual and pastoral leader, stewarding the school’s Catholic identity and the heritage of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Vice President of Mission and Ministry collaborates to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and restorative community rooted in Gospel values. 

Mission:

• Models and upholds the Mission and teachings of the Catholic Church, the Mission and Heritage of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, and the Mission, Values, and beliefs of Magnificat High School.
• Promotes a respectful, inclusive, and equitable, community with students, colleagues, parents, and others where all students feel respected, valued, and can thrive.
• Respects the racial, ethnic, religious, and socio-economic diversity of all students, faculty and staff.
• Utilizes a student-centered approach in collaboration with all community members to develop and support programming in alignment with the school’s Mission, Values, and goals.
• Employs a restorative approach in developing and maintaining relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Serves as a member of the school Leadership Team, collaborating with other Team members to support the spiritual and cultural life of the school. 

Requirements

Major Responsibilities:

Mission Integration

• Serves as the primary advisor to the President and Leadership Team on Mission and Catholic identity.
• Promote and articulate the school’s Catholic identity and HM heritage. 
• Assess and strengthen mission driven initiatives through feedback and evaluation.
• Partner with the VP of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging to foster a welcoming and inclusive community.
• Collaborates with Leadership Team members, department directors, faculty and staff to ensure programs, policies, and initiatives align with the school’s Mission and Values.

Mission Formation

• Designs and leads formation programs focusing on Mission and Values for faculty, staff, students, and board members.
• Provides ongoing professional development related to the school’s Mission and Values, Catholic identity, Catholic Social Teaching, and HM heritage, meeting OCSAA Catholic Identity goals and responding to the signs of the times and developments in the life of the Catholic Church.
• Oversees onboarding and orientation related to the school’s Mission and Catholic identity.
• Supports the continued faith formation of faculty, staff, and Leadership Team members. 
• Promotes Marian spirituality through formation programs and school traditions. 
• Articulates Magnificat’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as a critical expression of the school’s Mission and values.

Mission and Pastoral Leadership

• Supervises and supports the Campus Ministry team and its programs (liturgy, retreats, service, and social justice).
• Composes and leads prayers for various occasions for the school community.
• Designs and leads retreat programs for adult community members.
• Provides pastoral care and spiritual accompaniment to community members.
• Promotes ecumenical and interfaith understanding consistent with Catholic identity.
• Oversees sustainability initiatives as an expression of the school’s Mission and HM heritage.
• Supports faith development and discernment among faculty and staff. 
• Collects and uses community feedback to strengthen Mission driven initiatives.

Justice, Service, and Community Engagement.

• Builds partnerships with local parishes, non-profit service and advocacy organizations, and the broader Catholic community in Cleveland and northeast Ohio.
• Serves as a liaison to the Sisters of the Humility of Mary. 
• Represents the school in diocesan and regional initiatives.
• Promotes student and employee engagement in service and social justice efforts.
• Collaborates with Mission leaders at other Catholic schools. 

Other Responsibilities

• Supervises the school archivist and director of horticulture.
• Collaborates with the Theology Department on curriculum alignment.
• Engages in ongoing professional and spiritual development.
• Develops cultural competency through increased awareness of one’s own identity, culture, and biases.
• Maintains timely, professional communication with stakeholders. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a typical school office environment, which will involve frequent interaction with students, staff, and parents.
• Regular activities include walking, sitting, standing, talking, listening, and engaging in face-to-face and phone communication.
• Requires frequent reading, writing, and use of fine motor skills for handling office tasks such as managing correspondence, completing forms, filing documents, faxing, copying, and typing.
• Visual focus and attention to detail are essential for reviewing documents, data entry, and operating office equipment.
• Frequent use of computers and telephones is required throughout the day.
• Occasionally may need to bend at the waist or knees or reach above shoulder level to retrieve files or access items stored on shelves.
• Ability to lift or carry moderately heavy items, such as boxes of paper or office supplies (typically up to 20 pounds), on occasion.
• Comfort in public speaking, addressing a variety of constituencies, and giving presentations.
• Requires ability to work extended days, evenings and weekends periodically as needed. 

Position Qualifications:

• Must be a practicing Catholic who actively witnesses the faith and models Catholic values. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, or related field required, Master’s degree in same fields preferred.

Work Experience:  

• Minimum five years in Catholic education, Mission leadership, Campus Ministry, or a related field required. 
• Experience supervising and evaluating staff, preferred.
• Training in restorative practices, preferred.

Skills and Competencies: 

• Strong leadership, collaboration, and relationship building skills.
• Understanding of adolescent development, particularly of young women.
• Pastoral presence with both students and adults. 
• Ability to integrate Catholic teaching into programs effectively.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead change. 
• Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.

Qualities:  

• Strong belief in and respect for the Mission of Magnificat High School and the school’s values.
• Exhibits a deep commitment to the Mission and Values of Magnificat High School.
• Shows respect for diversity and dedication to inclusive community building.
• Is open to growth, reflection, and ongoing formation.
• Ability to periodically work extended days, evenings and weekends as needed. 

Required clearances for employment:

BCI/FBI fingerprinting check

Virtus Training

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