Faculty, Professor of Pastoral Ministry

Position Summary

As a Christian university Olivet Nazarene University exists to provide an education with a Christian purpose. We value diversity as a means to enrich and deepen the educational experience both inside and outside the classroom and online. We are committed to recruit and retain mission-aligned faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. We strive to be a more inclusive community as we seek to understand and celebrate our unique experiences and perspectives.

Olivet Nazarene University seeks a full-time faculty member in the School of Theology and Christian Ministry (STCM) to begin in August 2026. The ideal candidate will teach courses in pastoral ministry to prepare and equip students to serve in the role of a lead pastor or other ministry position. The faculty member may also be assigned courses in the General Education program for the undergraduate student population. The position is contingent on budgetary approval.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching core courses in pastoral ministry for STCM majors and general education courses for undergraduate students. Specialized study in homiletics pastoral care innovative or cross-cultural ministries or spiritual formation preferred.
• Engaging in university service including advising and mentoring students meeting with prospective students and serving on university committees.
• Supporting continuous quality improvement efforts of STCM programs through regular assessment and collaborative teamwork with the STCM faculty chair and dean.
• Contributing to the field of pastoral ministry through scholarship of discovery or application.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required

Additional Information

EDUCATION

A Masters degree is required; DMin or PhD highly preferred. 5 years serving as a lead pastor required; 10 years preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The School of Theology and Christian Ministry is located on the third floor of the Burke Administration Building on the main campus of Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais Illinois. This position requires on-campus presence.

Olivet Nazarene University operates under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene and reserves the right to prefer employees based on religion (Title VII Section 702-703 U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964). Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The salary range for this position is $50000-$85000 and is based on experience and education.

If any questions please contact :

Mark A. Frisius PhD

Chair School of Theology and Christian Ministry

Olivet Nazarene University (IL)

1 University Ave

Olivet Nazarene University School of Theology and Christian Ministry Bourbonnais Illinois 60914

Phone

Only candidates who submit all required documents will be considered : resume cover letter statement of faith teaching philosophy that also includes your experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds and how that shapes your pedagogy and application questions. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Key Skills

Machine Learning,AI,Classroom Experience,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 50000 - 85000