POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Program Director—Doctoral position is a resident faculty appointment with responsibilities divided equally between teaching (50%) and administrative leadership, serving as the Doctor of Ministry Coordinator (50%0. Reporting to the Program Director of your program, the Associate Program Director will support the Program Director with general administrative oversight, academic operations, and the integration of teacher/pastor theology within the program. The Associate Program Director will shadow the Program Director, gaining experience in managing faculty and programmatic responsibilities, with a strong focus on community building among adjunct faculty and assisting with academic and operational processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assist in the development and evaluation of program curriculum, course sequencing, and degree requirements.
Help foster an environment that supports the intellectual, spiritual, ethical, and professional growth of faculty and staff.
Support the integration of teacher/pastor theology in faculty and staff activities. Collaborate with the Program Director to model and promote theological integration in both administrative duties and teaching practices.
Assist faculty with uploading textbooks, syllabi, and navigating communication tools (e.g., Outlook, Slack). Provide technical support and assist with operational challenges as needed.
Attend meetings, including the Graduate Academic Council (GAC) and The King’s Seminary Academic Council (TKSAC), as needed and shadow the Program Director in these forums to gain experience in academic governance.
Assist with public-facing activities to promote the program’s vision and mission.

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University-Wide Responsibilities

Model core organizational beliefs and values; communicate openly and effectively within and across departments. Establish and maintain professional communication and ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful (TKU Social Covenant).

Utilize effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly both internally and publicly.

Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with university, departmental, and individual goals.

Maintain accurate and complete records as required by governing entities (DOE, TRACS, ABHE, etc.); file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

Attend and participate in staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Organizational & Cultural Expectations
At The King’s University, every employee is expected to actively support and advance the University’s mission to integrate Biblical education and practical ministry to shape Spirit-formed individuals who follow Jesus, serve His Church, and are sent to impact the world, by living out our Christ-centered culture in daily work and relationships.
Employees are expected to operate in alignment with The King’s Culture, demonstrated through the following shared expectations:

Spirit-Formed Leadership
Demonstrates a growing, authentic Christian faith marked by integrity, humility, teachability, discernment, and trustworthiness. Leads self and others in a manner that reflects Christ’s character, embraces accountability, and pursues continual personal and spiritual growth.
Courageous Collaboration
Works effectively and respectfully with others across diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Communicates honestly, adapts to change, takes appropriate initiative, and contributes to unity through grace-filled relationships, thoughtful risk-taking, and a commitment to shared goals.
Gracious Servant
Approaches work with humility, compassion, and excellence. Takes ownership of responsibilities, serves others with a Christ-like heart, manages time and resources responsibly, and consistently seeks to honor God through faithful stewardship and professional conduct.

All employees are expected to model these competencies in their interactions with students, colleagues, leadership, and external partners. These cultural expectations guide how we hire, develop, evaluate, and support our community as we work together to reflect Christ in all we do.

Other Competencies:

- Extraordinary interpersonal skills; must be able to effectively communicate with a wide range of populations, including traditional and nontraditional prospective students and their families.
- Team-oriented approach with desire and ability to work closely with peers.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of tasks simultaneously under pressure.
- Self-initiation and self-motivation for independent follow-through on projects.
- Ability to understand, summarize and present information in both written and oral formats.
- Strong technical skills that include experience working in CRMs (Customer Relationship Management) or similar software.
- The ability to interpret data and analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Supervisory (If applicable):

None

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Doctor of Ministry (DMin) preferred; PhD candidates considered.

Experience:

Local church pastoral experience is preferred, and Lead Pastor experience is a plus.

Significant experience in academic administration, preferably in a higher education setting.
Familiarity with theological education and practical ministry training is preferred.

Competencies:

Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration within teams, cultivating a positive organizational culture to achieve strategic objectives.
Ability to establish nurturing, meaningful relationships with students.
Passionate about education and ministry, with exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to professionalism.
Skilled in both written and oral communication, effectively conveying ideas and information.
Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Adaptable and flexible in response to evolving situations and changing circumstances.
Proficient in integrating technology into educational practices.
Adept at interpreting data, analyzing problems, identifying solutions, projecting outcomes, and implementing recommendations to support organizational goals.
Competent in developing, interpreting, and applying university policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Other Requirements

Criminal Background Verification

MENTAL/PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Maintain emotional control under stress
Some travel required
Occasional irregular hours

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