Employment Opportunities

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary seeks a motivated and experienced professional to serve as Integrated Marketing and Communications Specialist. This person will design and execute multi-channel marketing strategies, both internal and external, for all areas of Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. A strong understanding of marketing metrics and other assessment tools to determine target market demographics and behaviors and evaluate the success of marketing vehicles is essential.

Austin Seminary is a vibrant community of learning in the center of Austin, Texas, dedicated to shaping Christian leaders for ministry. The Integrated Marketing and Communications Specialist will work in partnership with all departments to develop marketing strategies and campaigns that highlight the important people and programs of the school and support recruitment and advancement efforts.

The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of establishing and maintaining a robust social media presence, be highly competent in data analysis, demonstrate creative thinking, and have strong writing skills.

Austin Seminary endeavors to make theological education widely accessible to a variety of learners. The Austin Seminary campus sits adjacent to the University of Texas and boasts modern, affordable on-campus student housing and a 21^st-century learning and information center with the largest theological library collection in the Southwest.

The Integrated Marketing and Communications Specialist is a campus-based position with great potential. Austin Seminary values relationships, respect for one another, collegiality in the workplace, and collaboration across the institution. 

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Interested persons should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@austinseminary.edu

The Assistant Director of Congregational Programs works to further the aims the 787 Collective, an initiative for young adults and congregations out of the office of Education Beyond the Walls. The 787 Collective began over five years ago, and we are now building our capacity to resource more congregations. We are looking for someone whose faith and curiosity compels them to participate in the changing church, and who is relational, comfortable in emerging systems, and able to move toward goals working with others. This position requires creativity, collaboration, and confidence in the process of developing new work. The assistant director will focus particularly on development of young adults in relation to the church. Read the full job description here. To apply, please send an email to HR@austinseminary.edu.

Job Summary: Provides general administrative, operational, and project support to meet the needs of Auxiliary Enterprises. Primary duties include answering phones, greeting guests, maintaining calendar, scheduling room requests. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to communicate well, answer telephones, and operate office equipment in a fast-paced environment. This position requires an individual who is organized, energetic, and collaborative. Must be flexible with the ability to multi-task and willing to support department operations in a variety of ways. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgement are essential. Full-job description, available upon request. Seminary spouses are encouraged to apply.

The pay is $18-19/ hr.

Schedule:

• Regular schedule of 20-25 hours a week during Monday-Friday during regular business hours of 8:30am-5pm

Requirements:

• Ability to follow directions
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• High school graduate or equivalent (preferred)

Education & Experience:

Any equivalent combination of education or experience that satisfies the requirements of the job.

Pre-employment testing includes a technical test, background check and references will be checked.

CLICK HERE TO attach your cover letter and resume. Please address all requirements in your cover letter including why you are looking for long term part-time position. Applicants without submission of cover letter, resume and complete application will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Austin Seminary is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary announces a tenure-track position in the area of Christian Education and Formation. The person appointed to this position will focus their teaching on Christian education and formation within and beyond the congregational context. A particular research focus on the religious formation and Christian education of children, youth, and young adults is strongly desired. This faculty member will serve in the Department of the Church’s Ministry and will teach in all degree programs (MATS, MAMP, MAR, MAYM, MDiv, and DMin) as well as non-degree certificate programs. This faculty member plays a central role in the Master of Arts in Youth Ministry program, which offers courses on both the Austin campus and at the Nashville extension. The successful candidate will engage with diverse pedagogies of religious education originating in the Global South and the United States, including trends in digital and virtual pedagogy.  

Successful candidates will demonstrate skills in teaching and have strong commitments to scholarship and research. The PhD or its equivalent (completed or nearly completed) in the field of Christian Education, Religion and Education, Practical Theology, Christian Formation, or a related theological discipline is required. Rank is open, and the person appointed may be considered for appointment to The C. Ellis and Nancy Nelson Chair in Christian Education. Women and candidates from historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. 

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and hosts students, faculty, and staff from a variety of Christian traditions. Austin Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Send letter of application, contact information for three references, and a current curriculum vitae to: Margaret Aymer, Academic Dean, 100 E. 27th St., Austin, Texas, 78705; dean@austinseminary.edu. Review of applications will begin in January 2023 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.