Campus evangelization, discipleship coordinator - Edmond

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is seeking a coordinator of campus evangelization and discipleship to be responsible for all aspects of collegiate ministry at the University of Central Oklahoma with the chaplain, pastor, archdiocesan staff, volunteers and student leaders. Will help coordinate young adults, ACTS and Alpha for the parish. Must have bachelor's degree preferably in theology, religious education, pastoral ministry or some related field; at least two years of experience in campus or young adult ministry, specifically in discipleship and mentoring; basic computer knowledge, the ability to communicate through social media, and use simple graphic design (i.e. Publisher, Canva, Photoshop). Send cover letter and resume to Amy Dennis at [email protected].

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Coordinator of Campus Evangelization and Discipleship 

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Chaplain and Director of Mission 

Date: February 2026

Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises Volunteers

Summary:

The Coordinator of Campus Evangelization and Discipleship is responsible for all aspects of collegiate ministry at the University of Central Oklahoma with the chaplain, pastor of St John the Baptist Catholic Church, archdiocesan staff, volunteers and student leaders. This position will also help coordinate Young Adults, ACTS and Alpha for the parish.

This position is required to convey the Church’s message and to assist in carrying out the Church’s mission. Every employee of the archdiocese and its affiliates is expected to exemplify a spirit of service to others, in words and actions, to support clergy and religious, volunteers, colleagues, parish communities, and all others in a compassionate, professional, truthful, and friendly manner. Every employee is also expected to lead lives – both professional and personal – consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church and to abide by the Archdiocesan Code of Conduct and other archdiocesan policies and guidelines.

Essential Functions

· Coordinate a strategic response to the unique needs of the University of Central Oklahoma student body by developing a vision and culture of missionary discipleship; working with the FOCUS Team

· Promote and coordinate opportunities for encounter, i.e. retreats, conferences, mission trips, and pilgrimages and service

· Coordinate and publicize consistent weekly events that promote Evangelization and Discipleship, with the parish and Broncho Catholic community

· Recruit and accompany a student leadership team

· Lead and organize ongoing outreach efforts to regularly encounter and evangelize to new students; working with the FOCUS team

· Ensure students have regular access to the Sacramental Life of the Church

· Coordinate and lead a team, with the chaplain, to promote fundraising and long-term development of ministry efforts on campus

Additional Responsibilities

· Coordinate and oversee the Catholic Student Organization and oversee the Student Center facilities

· Organize a consistent communication structure that promotes hospitality and invitation among the students

· Partner with St John the Baptist Catholic Church and outside ministry organizations

· Devise and oversee a financially responsible budget for Campus Ministry

· Assist Dir of Mission with promote, organize and plan additional Evangelizing ministries. Ex. Alpha, ACTS, Young Adults

· Other duties as assigned by the chaplain

Qualifications:

· Ability to effectively make known the Catholic Church’s teachings

· Have a good understanding of discipleship and evangelization and be able to foster that understanding in students through relationships, formation and training

· Bachelor's degree preferably in Theology, Religious Education, Pastoral Ministry or some related field

· At least two years of experience in campus or young adult ministry, specifically in discipleship and mentoring

· Basic computer knowledge, the ability to communicate through social media, and use simple graphic design (i.e. Publisher, Canva, Photoshop)

Skills and Abilities

Must be able to work independently and as a team member

· Must possess good problem-solving skills

· Must have the ability to effectively communicate both in writing and orally

· Must be a self-starter, service oriented, have the ability to manage multiple tasks, have the ability to work with people of various ages, backgrounds and cultures

· Must be able to manage time well

Work Environment

This job operates partly in an office setting and partly in a relational setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets. It also demands significant evening and weekend working hours, and occasional overnight trips.

Physical Demands

This is partly a sedentary role but also requires physical stamina due to the pace of campus life. Requires mobility to move about in a campus or group setting. Lifting and moving of materials and equipment for presentations is required. Must be able to drive.

Travel

Travel is required as needed to meet students on campus, attend workshops and in-service trainings sponsored by the Archdiocese and others (as approved by the Pastor), as well as national conference in coordination with the chaplain.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job duties as required. This job description is not to be construed as a guaranteed contract of employment for a definite period of time.