Vice President for Mission and Ministry

Marquette University invites nominations and applications for an inspiring and strategic leader to serve as its next Vice President for Mission & Ministry (VPMM) — a pivotal role at one of the nation’s leading Catholic, Jesuit universities.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a university deeply committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service — and to advance a mission that forms students to become leaders “for and with others.” Reporting directly to the president and serving on the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President for Mission & Ministry will guide mission integration across academic, student life, and community engagement efforts at a transformative moment in Marquette’s history. This role will play a central role in bringing the vision from the institutional strategic plan to life – strengthening Catholic, Jesuit identity while engaging a diverse, global community of learners.

The Vice President for Mission & Ministry will:

This role offers the chance to shape a national model for Jesuit higher education — ensuring that mission is not only preserved but dynamically lived in a rapidly changing world.

Be The Difference Begins with Great People.
We prioritize student success, access to education, and service in our work to educate well-rounded servant leaders who transform their fields, our society and the world. Our Catholic, Jesuit approach emphasizes student engagement with the world around them and formation of the heart and mind.

We believe in our mission: The search for truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering of personal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith, and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. These core values guide our relationships with our students, each other, and our community.

Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement! For more information, please view the Total Rewards Guide.

For further information regarding the role, please review the Opportunity and Challenge profile.

The successful candidate will bring:
A deep commitment to Catholic, Jesuit higher education; experience leading in complex organizations; the ability to communicate mission with clarity and conviction; and the collaborative leadership style needed to unite diverse voices around shared purpose.

Preference will be given to members of the Society of Jesus.

A terminal degree and demonstrated understanding of the vocation of faculty at a major university is strongly preferred.

For a complete Opportunity and Challenge Profile for this position, please visit: https://today.marquette.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Marquette-Mission-Ministry-Profile-2026.pdf

Applicants should submit online at https://employment.marquette.edu/postings/24386 the following documents: a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least four references including contact information and a description of the relationship to the applicant.

Inquiries and nominations can be submitted to the same web address or to:

Dr. Conor Kelly, Search Committee Chair

Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs & Associate Professor of Theology

Marquette University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran’s status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Marquette cherishes its right and duty to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals and mission in order to enhance the Catholic, Jesuit tradition.

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

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