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Columbia Theological Seminary (Seminary) is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, ensuring that all employment decisions are grounded in merit, competence, qualifications, and vocational alignment.
Columbia Theological Seminary is implementing a strategic organizational realignment to strengthen long-term sustainability and better align its structure with the needs of today’s students and the Seminary’s evolving mission. The positions listed below represent strategic investments and reflect newly designed or reconfigured responsibilities that support Columbia’s future priorities and educational mission. Collectively, these roles form a more focused and sustainable organizational model that enhances the Seminary’s ability to educate and nurture faithful, imaginative, and effective leaders for the Church and the world, while fostering a vibrant theological community for future generations.
The Seminary affirms that a diverse and equitable community is vital to the flourishing of its theological and educational enterprise. In alignment with federal, state, and local laws, as well as Seminary policy, the Seminary fosters an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Consequently, the Seminary strictly prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person based upon race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin (including ancestry and citizenship status), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, genetic information, marital or domestic partnership status, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, residence, veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally protected category.
Recognizing the inherent dignity of every individual, the Seminary provides reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with known disabilities to perform the essential functions of their roles, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable local statutes.
Open positions are posted on the Seminary website below.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening.
The Seminary is dedicated to maintaining a safe, respectful, and flourishing workplace. Employees or applicants with questions, concerns, or reports regarding discrimination or harassment are invited to engage the Office of Human Resources, which serves as a supportive partner in ensuring equity and resolution.
