Dean of Students

Job title:

Dean of Students

Company

Carey Theological College

Job description

Join Us at Carey Theological College — A Place of Renewal, Rigor, and ConvictionSituated on the beautiful UBC campus in Vancouver, where Carey has served students and churches for over six decades, Carey Theological College is undergoing an ambitious transformation. This is not a traditional institutional posting—it’s a call to help rebuild something that matters. Carey is repositioning itself with the boldness of a startup, but the foundation of a historic, Protestant evangelical tradition. We are re-establishing our identity around theological clarity, classical formation, and the unchanging truths of Scripture.We are looking for those who are battle-tested—both spiritually and professionally. People who will not drift, who lead with conviction, and who are energized by the hard, often unseen work of rebuilding systems, culture, and mission. This is a role for builders, not maintainers. For those who want to leave behind institutional drift and help shape a place where truth is not only taught—but embodied.Roles at Carey are not static. They are designed to grow and evolve as the College itself is renewed. If you’re ready to embrace complexity, bring order to chaos, and serve something larger than yourself, then we invite you to consider joining us.Position SummaryCarey Theological College seeks a Dean of Students (Part-Time) to oversee the spiritual care and discipleship of our undergraduate student residence program and student body. This role is pivotal in shaping the spiritual life of UBC students living in Carey’s Christian residence, in keeping with our commitment to historic Protestant orthodoxy.The Dean of Students will provide pastoral leadership and mentoring to students, organize spiritual life initiatives, and ensure student well-being within a residential ministry context.Key ResponsibilitiesStudent Spiritual Formation & Pastoral Oversight

• Provide intentional discipleship, mentoring, and spiritual care to students through one-on-one meetings, prayer, and presence in campus life.

• Lead and oversee the team of Residence Assistants (RAs), coordinating efforts to support students spiritually, emotionally, and relationally.

• Foster a culture of spiritual maturity through campus initiatives including prayer gatherings, and service projects.

• Encourage faithful church involvement and community participation among students.

Leadership in Campus Life

• Organize and facilitate events focused on spiritual growth, cultural apologetics, discipleship, and practical Christian living.

• Support and advance CTC’s mission, vision, and theological distinctives in all student affairs.

• Serve as a key liaison between students and college leadership to address student needs and promote student flourishing.

Administrative Leadership & Oversight

• Provide leadership and direction for the undergraduate residence program, ensuring it reflects Carey’s mission of spiritual formation, academic excellence, and theological integrity.

• Participate in strategic planning and policy development related to student life, discipline, and well-being.

• Supervise administrative processes connected to student housing, discipline, and program coordination, integrating these duties with Carey’s broader ecclesial and educational vision.

QualificationsSpiritual & Theological Requirements

• Meets the pastoral qualifications of 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.

• Affirms the

of the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

• Demonstrated personal commitment to the Protestant and Baptist theological tradition and historic Christian orthodoxy.

Professional Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in pastoral ministry and/or higher education student life.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated excellence in mentoring, spiritual leadership, and administrative coordination.

• A heart for undergraduate discipleship and a passion for equipping the next generation of Christian leaders.

Additional Information

• This is a part-time position at 15 hours per week.

• Compensation is CDN$24/hour.

• This position is part of a non-profit Christian ministry and requires alignment with CTC’s theological commitments.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada at the time of employment.

Expected salary

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 22:13:41 GMT

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