Job Openings

Seminary President

The Board of Trustees at Saint Paul School of Theology has begun the search for the Seminary’s next president. The Search Committee invites nominations of and applications from accomplished, dynamic and inspiring individuals who will provide the college with outstanding leadership. After a highly successful six-year tenure, Rev. Neil Blair has announced his intention to retire on December 31, 2023. Considering the Seminary’s stable enrollment, balanced budget history, lack of debt, and healthy endowment, a new president will arrive at a propitious moment in the life of Saint Paul.

 

History of Christianity

Saint Paul School of Theology invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment in the History of Christianity, rank open. The position is tenure track or tenured. Saint Paul School of Theology is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and especially invites candidates who embody diverse perspectives, methods, and approaches to their field.

Candidates for the position must have a Ph.D. or equivalent academic degree in a relevant field and will be expected to teach introductory and upper level courses in the History of Christianity. The cover letter should also indicate scholarly and teaching competence in any other areas relevant to theological education. Successful applicants should be equipped to teach on-campus, hybrid, and online courses. Candidates should be willing to locate at either of Saint Paul’s campuses. The appointment begins on July 1, 2023.

Saint Paul welcomes nominations for the positions, and the search committee will begin processing applications on October 1, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should send the cover letter, CV, and 3 letters of reference to: historysearch@spst.edu. Questions about the search may be addressed to Elaine Robinson, chair of the search committee (elaine.robinson@spst.edu).

 

Practical Theology

Saint Paul School of Theology invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment in Practical Theology with competencies in Pastoral Care and/or Christian Religious Education, rank open. The position is tenure track or tenured. Saint Paul School of Theology is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and especially invites candidates who embody diverse perspectives, methods, and approaches to their field.

Candidates for the position must have a Ph.D. or equivalent academic degree in a relevant field. The cover letter should also indicate scholarly and teaching competence in any other areas relevant to theological education. Successful applicants should be equipped to teach on-campus, hybrid, and online courses. Candidates should be willing to locate at either of Saint Paul’s campuses. The appointment begins on July 1, 2023.

Saint Paul welcomes nominations for the positions, and the search committee will begin processing applications on October 1, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should send the cover letter, CV, and 3 letters of reference to: practicaltheologysearch@spst.edu. Questions about the search may be addressed to Elaine Robinson, chair of the search committee (elaine.robinson@spst.edu).

 

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Saint Paul School of Theology (www.spst.edu) is a seminary of The United Methodist Church with campuses in Leawood, KS, and Oklahoma City, OK. The seminary is unique in its relationships with Leawood United Methodist Church of the Resurrection and Oklahoma City University, each of which contributes to the quality of the curriculum. Faculty are committed to rigorous education of students from diverse denominational contexts, to common interests in social justice, and to flexible course delivery. The seminary offers MACM, MATS, MDIV, and DMIN degrees shaped by action/reflection approaches and committed to equipping students for Christian leadership in diverse contexts. In addition to teaching and scholarship, faculty are engaged in service to the seminary, the church, and to peace and justice efforts. Saint Paul School of Theology is an EEOC employer.

 

Human Resources Contact: Matthew Mills, matthew.mills@spst.edu or (913) 253-5060

2023

March

Navy Chaplain

Director of Youth Kansas City, MO

Music Director Excelsior Springs, MO

Part Time Youth Ministry Director March 2023 Ponca City, OK

February

Spiritual Formation & Community Life Coordinator2 Ann Arbor, MI

Director of Music and Worship Stillwater, OK

Coordinator of Technology, Communications, and Marketing Stillwater, OK

Director of Campus Ministry-Youth Director Maryville, MO

Director of Youth Ministry  Shawnee, KS

Director of Children s Ministry  Shawnee, KS

Spiritual Formation & Community Life Coordinator2  Ann Arbor, MI

January

Intern or Part-Time Position Kansas City Metro, MO

Worship Leader Oklahoma City, OK

Music Ministry Director Position Ponca City, OK

Children's Ministry Director Ponca City, OK

Associate Pastor Jefferson City, MO 

Assistant Director - Kansas Interfaith Mission KS

Youth Intern Positions Overland Park, KS

Nursery Assistant Job Description Overland Park, KS

Director of Youth Ministry - Dallas TX Dallas, TX (Filled)

Children and Family Ministries Coordinator Overland Park, KS

Micah Corps Coordinator Great Plains Conference

Director of Kids Ministry Gladstone, MO

 

2022

December

Micah Corps Coordinator Great Plains Conference

Bi-lingual Assoc. Pastor Kansas City, KS

Christian Education Coordinator Raytown, MO

November

Family Ministry Coordinator Raymore MO

Director Family Ministries

Lead Pastor Parkville, MO

Sr Pastor. Emporia. KS

October

Hillcrest - House Manager

September

Director of Youth Ministries

Children Youth Family Ministry Director flyer

Youth Ministry Assistant Director Position