Director of Master's & Certificate Programs

Villanova University

Director of Master's & Certificate Programs

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Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number:20260026FPosition Title:Director of Master's & Certificate ProgramsPosition Type:FacultyLocation:Villanova, PARecruitment Type:Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule:full-time/12-monthsDepartment:147-Theology/Religious StudiesPosition Summary:Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Villanova University’s Theology & Religious Studies Department seeks to fill the position of Director of Master’s and Certificate Programs. Villanova offers an MA in Theology and an MA in Ministry and Theology, concentration options for the MA (Biblical Studies, Christian Ethics, Christian Spirituality, Historical Theology, Theological Education and Systematic Theology), a track in Chaplaincy Education, and several other certificate programs. (https://www.villanova.edu/university/liberal-arts-sciences/programs/the…) .

This position, appointed as Associate Professor of Practice, will support vibrant, sustainable programming and will administer these programs through a commitment to holistic student formation, from recruitment and admissions through course selection and advising, on through graduation. The Director is a key member of a leadership team in a dynamic department. This will be a 3-year contract, renewable, with a 12-month obligation, with a teaching expectation of 1 course per academic year. An MTS, M.Div, D.Mn, Ph.D. or Th.D. degree or the equivalent is required, and experience in ministry, education, and/or formation is essential. There is a promotion process for faculty in this position.

Application documents should include a cover letter indicating competencies noted above, C.V., unofficial graduate transcripts, statement of response to the department’s mission. Letters of recommendation will be solicited if warranted. All documents can be submitted electronically. To apply, visit https://jobs.villanova.edu/. The Theology & Religious Studies department is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit, admit, and supervise Master’s and certificate students through their course of study
• Coordinate with the Office of Graduate Studies.
• Support the ongoing development of growing programs, including ministry and chaplaincy.

Minimum Qualifications:Education:

• M.Div., MTS, D.Mn., Ph.D. in Theology, Religious Studies, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical experience in pastoral ministry, formation, education.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants:Application materials:
1. Cover letter.
2. Current and complete resume/curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial graduate transcripts.
4. Finalists will be asked to submit a statement of contributions to the University Mission and Enduring Commitments: The University and its Mission | Villanova University
5. Contact information for 3 references who can be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation.

The deadline to apply is April 24, 2026.

Posting Date:04/13/2026Closing Date (11:59pm ET):04/24/2026Salary Posting Information: CompetitiveSalary Band:Job Classification:faculty

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1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
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