Campus Minister

Orangeburg Wesley Foundation

Orangeburg, South Carolina 29115

Full Time , On-Site

The Orangeburg Wesley Foundation seeks a full-time campus minister to lead a collaborative, inclusive, and missional United Methodist ministry at Claflin University and South Carolina State University, as well as young adults from other local institutions of higher education. The Orangeburg Wesley Foundation focuses on service, spiritual growth, worship, and nurture. It is adjacent to the Claflin University and South Carolina State University campuses at 171 Boulevard St, Orangeburg, SC 29115.

Qualifications

• Christian (United Methodist preferred)
• Master of Divinity or equivalent (diploma or candidate) preferred
• Local Pastor, Provisional Elder, or Ordained Elder preferred (or on track for ordination)
• Deacons and Deacon-track also considered

Skills and Competencies

• Building Relations and Mentoring
• Pastoral counseling
• Fostering and building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community
• Calm and non-anxious presence
• Flexible and adaptable
• Oral and written communication
• Fundraising through various means
• Organizational administration, details, and logistics
• Digital Technology Competencies
• Biblical, theological, and spiritual literacy
• Ecumenical collaboration

Areas of Responsibility

Mission and Ministry

• Planning, facilitating, and leading programming
• Worship (liturgy, preaching, sacraments, music)
• Small Groups
• Retreats
• Mission trips (locally to internationally)
• Service projects, events
• Pastoral Care

Personal and Organizational Responsibilities

• Shepherding and Counseling students, staff, and faculty
• Fundraising
• Collaborate with Board
• Convening with District, Conference, and Denomination
• University Work
• Claflin and SC State Faith Communities (an ecumenical group of campus faith professionals)
• Other local higher-education institutions

Administration

• Finances
• Supervision of staff and student leadership
• Building Administration
• Relationships with tenants
• Physical Plant

Salary and Benefits

This appointment shall provide an annual salary of $55,335, payable in accordance with the organization’s regular payroll schedule and subject to all applicable taxes, withholdings, and deductions. Future salary review or adjustment, if applicable, shall be conducted in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and performance expectations.

In connection with this appointment, you shall be eligible for benefits offered to a clergy member of the SC Conference, including, as applicable, health insurance, retirement plan participation, paid time off, holidays, and any other benefits made available pursuant to applicable organizational policies. Specific benefit details, eligibility requirements, waiting periods, employee contributions, and plan limitations shall be governed by the applicable plan documents and related policies.

To support your service in this role, the Orangeburg Wesley Foundation shall provide annual housing support for $15,000.00. This housing support shall be administered in accordance with applicable organizational policies and any related written agreements or requirements.

Application Procedures

Interested candidates should provide the following credentials in PDF form by email to sywhite@umcsc.org before Friday, October 23, 2026. If there are any questions or concerns, you may contact Rev. Dr. Larry McCutcheon and the Wesley Foundation Search Committee at 803-536-5385.

• Resume and Cover Letter
• A list of 3 to 4 references must be submitted along with your completed application packet. These references must include one from each category: academic, personal, pastoral, and/or professional. Please ensure your references clearly state and provide clear name, titles, phone numbers, emails, and relationships to the applicant. Also, please submit all 3 and/or 4 references with your application packet.
• Your response to these two prompts (500 words or less each):
• Your vision for campus ministry with young adults
• Why do you feel you might be called to be the campus minister of the Orangeburg Wesley Foundation?

After a review of applications, some candidates may be invited to a virtual interview, and if needed, campus visits may be offered afterward.

Organization: Orangeburg Wesley Foundation

Contact: Rev. Sheri White

Closing Date: 10/23/2026