WS - Spiritual Life Assistant - IWS

Spiritual Life Assistant

Division: Student Affairs                                            Department: Office of Chaplain

Experience: Entry-Level                           

Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Robert Musick

FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☐ FWS, ☒ IWS, ☐ Grant Funded

Avg. Hours/Week: ☐ 1-5, ☒ 6-10, ☐ 11-15, ☐ 16-20

Requested Start Date: 08/25/2026                    Term of Position: ☐ Summer, ☒ Fall, ☒ Spring

The Spiritual Life Assistant is a position that supports the Office of Spiritual Life by assisting with campus programs, worship services, community service initiatives, and student engagement activities that foster spiritual growth and holistic well-being. The student employee provides administrative, event, and outreach support while helping create an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the diverse faith traditions and beliefs represented within the campus community.

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Responsibilities and Career Competencies

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing campus worship services, chapel programs, spiritual formation activities, and interfaith events. C, TW, L


• Welcome students, faculty, staff, and community guests at Spiritual Life events while providing excellent customer service and hospitality. C, P, CTR


• Promote Spiritual Life programs through social media, digital communications, campus announcements, and printed promotional materials. C, T, CSD


• Provide administrative support by maintaining calendars, preparing event materials, organizing files, and responding to routine inquiries. P, T, C


• Assist with organizing community service projects, mission opportunities, and volunteer initiatives that strengthen campus and community partnerships. CTR, TW, L


• Help maintain the Spiritual Life office, chapel, and event spaces by preparing rooms, organizing supplies, and ensuring welcoming, functional environments. P, TW


• Maintain attendance records, volunteer databases, and program evaluations while ensuring confidentiality when appropriate. T, P, CT


• Collaborate with student organizations, campus departments, and community partners to encourage student engagement and participation in Spiritual Life programming. TW, C, CTR


• Participate in leadership development opportunities and serve as a positive role model by demonstrating integrity, respect, inclusion, and professionalism. L, P, CSD


• Assist with special projects, retreats, and campus-wide events as assigned by the Director of Spiritual Life or supervising staff. TW, L, CSD

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Competencies/Skills

• Communication (C): Demonstrates effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication while interacting with students, faculty, staff, and community members.


• Teamwork (TW): Collaborates effectively with supervisors, student leaders, volunteers, and campus partners to accomplish shared goals.


• Professionalism (P): Exhibits integrity, reliability, confidentiality, ethical conduct, and respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds and faith traditions.


• Career & Self Development (CSD): Develops leadership abilities, organizational skills, and professional work habits while exploring careers in ministry, nonprofit leadership, higher education, or public service.


• Critical Thinking (CT): Assists in organizing programs, solving logistical challenges, evaluating events, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.


• Community Transformation (CTR): Contributes to a campus culture of service, compassion, belonging, and civic engagement through outreach and community partnerships.


• Leadership (L): Demonstrates initiative, supports peer engagement, models servant leadership, and assists in leading campus programs and service opportunities.


• Technology (T): Utilizes Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, social media platforms, event management tools, and digital communication technologies to support office operations and student engagement.

Qualifications: Add qualifications needed to be successful in this position.

In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☐ Excel, ☒ PowerPoint, ☒ Canva, ☒ Social Media & New Technology,                    ☐ Other: _________________________

Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☒ Public speaking,                ☐ Written & verbal communication, ☐ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☒ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___;               ☒ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☐ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)

Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery,          ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents,                ☐ Other: _________________________

Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling,                             ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs.,     ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________

Number of Positions: One

Pay Rate: 8.75/Hour

Location: Building: Wickham, Room #: 1st Floor

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.

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