Coordinator for Liturgy and Worship - Westchester, United States - Loyola Marymount University

Description

Reporting to the Associate Director of Campus Ministry and working closely with the Campus Minister for Liturgy, this position tends to the day-to-day upkeep, cleanliness, organization and distribution of liturgical needs for Campus Ministry's liturgical programming. The position also helps maintain the liturgical environment and ensures liturgical items are stocked in LMU's Sacred Heart Chapel, Leavey Chapel and St. Ignatius Chapel. Grounded in a commitment to LMU's Catholic values as animated by the Society of Jesus, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, and the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, this role assists in the scheduling and development of student, staff and faculty liturgical ministers, in collaboration with the Campus Minister for Liturgy. The position assists in the daily liturgical life and maintenance of the university's chapels.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Prepare and assist in the coordination of all university liturgies in collaboration with the liturgy team and the Campus Minister for Liturgy.

Wash, steam, dry clean and repair liturgical vestments, altar cloths and banners.

Purify, wash and iron all altar linens for daily and Sunday Masses on a weekly basis.

Make rounds on regular basis to stock the chapels with fresh hosts, wine, clean linens, clean vestments, bottled water, sanctuary candles, and candle oil.

Ensure holy water fonts are clean and full at all times, and a sanctuary candle is always burning near the tabernacle.

Pack and deliver Mass and Baptism kits as requested.

Supply and maintain all plants and flowers in the chapels.

Create and maintain the liturgical environment in the chapels, including the rotation of banners and displaying the correct liturgical season color.

Create publicity (in Canva or a similar program) to be printed on flyers and posters, and social media-ready.

Ensure the bulletin boards in Sacred Heart Chapel, the Cave and Leavey Chapel are up-to-date.

Post schedules and other signage as needed in and in front of Sacred Heart Chapel, Leavey Chapel and St. Ignatius Chapel.

Maintain and assemble liturgical binders with the liturgical scripts and readings for Sundays and other university liturgies.

Form and schedule student sacristans for daily Masses in the St. Ignatius Chapel; ensure a sacristan is present and supported at each Mass.

Be present and assist at all Sunday and other university liturgies, guiding student sacristans, instructing ministers of hospitality, inviting members of the congregation to participate in minor liturgical roles.

Ensure the Sacred Heart Chapel ambo, presider and hand-held mics are tested and in working order for each liturgy.

Mentor student liturgical ministers, especially sacristans, acolytes and Masters of Ceremonies.

Train, assign and delegate tasks to student ministers.

Be present to welcome Jesuit presiders and visiting presiders.

Attend walkthroughs for more elaborate liturgies.

Assist with the operations of Sacred Heart Chapel and Leavey Chapel

Staff liturgies, sacraments and other events as scheduled.

Report custodial needs, necessary repairs and discovered maintenance issues promptly to LMU Facilities Maintenance and the Coordinator for Liturgy.

Maintain a clean and organized work space in the chapel laundry room and sacristies.

Collaborate with the Jesuit Community staff and religious for daily Masses in the St. Ignatius Chapel.

Maintain and purchase practical supplies for the chapels, including soaps and detergents, torch lighters, wood and brass polish, runners, batteries, and stationary supplies.

Coordinate with the Campus Minister for Liturgy to support the daily operations of the chapels.

Attend liturgy team meetings and campus ministry staff meetings and collaborate with campus ministers to serve as a pastoral presence when needed.

Integrate trauma-sensitive, anti-racist, gender inclusive, religiously diverse wisdom, accompaniment, and programming that engages today's college student into materials, practices, and strategic planning

Creatively employ social media and technology to meet student needs and support administrative organization.

Accompany all students pastorally, bearing witness to the movements of God in their lives, listening, challenging, and fostering spiritual growth. Introduce students to the graces of the university charisms, including Ignatian spirituality.

Serve as a faithful steward of institutional mission, modeling maturity, nurturing growth, and participating joyfully in the vast and varied elements of university life.

Collaborate on other Campus Ministry initiatives including, for example, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Alumni Reunion Weekend, Wellness Wednesdays, and interfaith initiatives.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of LMU. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that models high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

Typically a Bachelor's degree in Theology or related field or equivalent experience. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading his/her knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to excel and keep abreast of regulation/policy changes. Campus Minister is expected to remain in good standing with the ecclesial body.

Experience in a university setting ministering to college students.

Demonstrated knowledge of Ignatian Spirituality, ecumenical consciousness, and current approaches to young adult faith and leadership formation.

Demonstrated knowledge of racial justice, and commitment to remaining current and informed on broad Christian causes that relate to University mission.

Highly developed organizational and leadership skills.

Exemplary communication skills -- both written and oral.

Strong active listening and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated computer competency and knowledgeable in technology, social media, and Microsoft Suite.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Staff Per-Diem (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Salary range

$ $31.75 Salary commensurate with education and experience.Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit for more information.)