Employment Opportunities

Director of Library Services

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis is seeking qualified applicants for a full time Director of Library Services.  The Seminary serves students and pastors of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod as well as general academic community, and equips individuals for ministry in the LCMS.  It offers M.Div., STM, MA in Deaconess Studies, M.A., Ph.D. and D.Min degrees.

Summary of Key Duties

Person will report directly to VP for Academic Affairs and will assume full responsibility for the operation of a fully functional theological library for resident, commuter and distance students.  Will integrate library programs with Seminary core values as well as overall Seminary Strategic plan and recommend changes/improvements in services and technology related to a theological library.  Position will have supervisory and budgetary responsibility and will assist Sr. VP of Advancement to identify potential sources for funding library needs.  Will partner with faculty to identify key curricular needs of the Seminary Community as well as participate in relevant national and regional professional library associations.  Must have knowledge of theological and academic library operations, resources and Lutheran theology/history.  Pedagogy preferred.

Education and Experience

Masters in Library Science or Theology or equivalent required; Masters in BOTH Library Science AND Theology preferred.  A minimum of 5 years library management experience.  Rostered LCMS member preferred.

Please submit resume in confidence to: humanresources@csl.edu   or fax to 314-505-7001 or submit via US Mail to Concordia Seminary Human Resources, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis MO 63105.

Gift Officer, Seminary Support (Full Time)

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis is seeking qualified applicants for a full time Gift Officer in their Seminary Support Office.  The Seminary serves students and pastors of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod as well as academic community, and equips individuals for ministry in the LCMS.  If offers M.Div., STM, MA and Deaconess Studies, M.A., Ph.D. and D.Min degrees.

SUMMARY OF KEY DUTIES

Responsible for the identification, cultivation, and direct solicitation of significant gifts to support the strategic institutional priorities of Concordia Seminary.

  • Visit current and prospective donors in assigned regions and areas in the country.
  • Cultivate relationships that lead to continued and increased financial support.
  • Solicit current and prospective donors who have the capacity to complete a major gift.
  • Solicit current and prospective donors to include Concordia Seminary in their estate plans.
  • Develop and implement strategies to meet personal solicitation goals set by the supervisor at the beginning of each fiscal year.
  • Develop written proposals for the solicitation of individuals, organizations and foundations to meet the funding needs of Concordia Seminary.
  • Engage in creative planning with fellow Advancement division team members to accomplish funding goals related to major campaigns and other unique institutional anniversaries and events.
  • Participate in the long-range planning process for expanding the donor base.

ANCILLARY DUTIES:

  • Plan and execute special events and activities which communicate the philanthropic opportunities available to major donors and donor prospects for financially supporting Concordia Seminary;
  • Additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director for Seminary Support related to donor relations and gift solicitation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree, (Generally in Business Administration)
  • Active membership in a LCMS congregation and a passion for the mission of Concordia Seminary is required
  • Three or more years’ experience in development or a related area is required.
  • Demonstrated evidence of good planning and team skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, a good steward of time, talent, and divisional resources and able to work independently.
  • Strong computer literacy required, specifically MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

None

Please submit resume in confidence to: humanresources@csl.edu or fax to 314-505-7001 or submit via US Mail to Concordia Seminary Human Resources, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis MO 63105.

Full Time Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis is seeking qualified applicants for a full time Accounts Receivable Coordinator. The Seminary serves students and pastors of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod as well as academic community, and equips individuals for ministry in the LCMS. If offers M.Div., STM, MA and Deaconess Studies, M.A., Ph.D. and D.Min degrees.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Accounts Receivable Coordinator is responsible for all accounts receivable and cash receipt activity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Maintain and collect all accounts receivable
  • Reconcile the general ledger to the accounts receivable sub ledger
  • Process and issue 1098T’s to students
  • Validate student account activity
  • Establish properly documented payment schedules for students

ANCILLARY DUTIES:

  • Support Accounting Manager in other duties as directed

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 3 years experience working in accounts receivable and collections. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage time and prioritize work appropriately. Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Accounting.

DIRECT REPORTS:

None.

Please submit resume in confidence to: humanresources@csl.edu or fax to 314-505-7001 or submit via US Mail to Concordia Seminary Human Resources, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis MO 63105.