Interfaith Chaplain and Director of Religious and Spiritual Life

WHITMAN COLLEGE Located in the historic community of [Walla Walla](http://www.wallawalla.org/), Whitman’s vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. [Whitman College](http://whitman.edu/) is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college’s working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO). POSITION PURPOSE The Interfaith Chaplain fosters an inclusive spiritual and interfaith environment that supports students’ holistic wellbeing, identity development, and sense of belonging. This role provides compassionate pastoral care, promotes religious literacy and interfaith dialogue, and cultivates spaces for reflection, resilience, and community connection. Reporting to the Senior Director of Belonging and Inclusion, the Chaplain helps guide institutional awareness of religious and spiritual needs, contributing to a culturally responsive, spiritually grounded, and relationship-driven campus climate. This position works 40-hours per week on a 10-month schedule during the academic year (0.83 FTE). PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Spiritual Leadership & Pastoral Care (25%) - Provide confidential spiritual care to students across religious, spiritual, and secular identities, honoring diverse belief systems and practices. - Preside over campus-wide rituals and reflections, including vigils, memorials, celebrations, and the annual Baccalaureate service. Interfaith Engagement & Religious Literacy (25%) - Design, facilitate, and promote inclusive programming that fosters interfaith dialogue, spiritual development, and ethical reflection. - Maintain and publish an interfaith calendar of observances, and advise campus partners on respectful and inclusive practices. Student Support & Advocacy (20%) - Support student religious and spiritual organizations and affinity groups(e.g., MSA, Kehillat Shalom) through mentorship, advising, and advocacy. - Partner with faculty and campus leadership to assist students seeking academic accommodations related to religious observance. - Help students build connections with off-campus worship spaces or communities aligned with their traditions or beliefs. Resource Management & Supervision (20%) - Oversee the care, accessibility, and resourcing of the All Faiths Room. - Recruit, train, and supervise student staff and interns who support religious and spiritual life. - Manage program budgets, assessment efforts, and donor engagement in coordination with the Division of Inclusive Excellence. Community & External Partnerships (10%) - Cultivate relationships with clergy, religious leaders, and spiritual practitioners to extend support for students. - Serve on relevant committees that further Inclusive Excellence efforts on campus REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Must be able to explain and/or demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specifically, - Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, compassionately, and professionally to students, staff, faculty, and campus partners. - Demonstrated ability to navigate sensitive situations with discretion, and care, and professionalism, while maintaining credibility and trust. - Ability to build a…