Assistant Professor of Christian Ministries

WILLIAMS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - WALNUT RIDGE, ARKANSAS

Address of Job Location: 56 McClellan Drive, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476

Job Summary:

Williams Baptist University is seeking applicants to fill the position of assistant professor of Christian Ministries. The assistant professor of Christian Ministries is a full-time faculty position in the Christian Ministries department. The assistant professor of Christian Ministries is a generalist equipped to teach students from a broad array of theological disciplines including but not limited to biblical studies, Christian theology, worldview formation, and pastoral ministries.

Job Responsibilities:

Teaches undergraduate coursework in the Christian ministries department
Trains and disciples future church leaders and Christian academics
Represents WBU in Arkansas Baptist churches well
Advises students in the Christian Ministry department
Serves on various faculty committees

Job Requirements:
Required: Ph.D. (or ABD) in a classical theological discipline like Old Testament, New Testament, or Systematic Theology
Preferred: A minor in another classical theological discipline or in a practical church ministry area

Experience:
Required: Pastoral experience and demonstration of commitment to local church ministry
Preferred: Experience in Christian higher education.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies:
Exceptional commitment to Christian higher education
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially behind the pulpit
Organizational efficiency and attention to detail; able to work quickly with high degree of accuracy; able to multi-task
Knowledge of effective recruitment and retention practices
Strong and innovative leadership skills; public relation skills; strong organizational skills
Ability to counsel and communicate effectively with students
Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
Teaching skills

Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, sit, type, and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to sit for extended periods of time and to lift 35 lbs.
Ability to use standard office equipment
Ability to use institutional technology equipment and resources

Special Requirements:
Committed to the vision and mission of Williams Baptist University
Per WBU Employee Handbook policy (40.2): “It is required that all faculty and administrative staff be persons who have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and who are active members of a local Christian church which adheres to an evangelical faith consistent with the historic religious beliefs of Southern Baptists.”