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.
Building for Columbia’s Future
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.
Commitment to Equity and Belonging
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.
Accessibility and Accommodations
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.
Application
Open positions are posted on the Seminary website below.
Prospective Applicants: May apply by following the specific procedures outlined in the position announcement.
Current Employees: Are encouraged to seek internal advancement. Internal applicants should inform their current supervisor upon submitting an application for a posted opening.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening.
Support and Resolution
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.
The Academic Coach will provide substantive guidance on issues related to academic literacy (including such competencies as critical reading and thinking, analytical writing, research, study skills, and effective communication) in individual coaching sessions with students. This position reports to the Director of the Center for Academic Literacy (CAL).
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Director for Digital Learning and Innovation guides the design, implementation, and optimization of digital learning experiences that support faculty and other instructors, students, and the Seminary’s educational programs. The Director is responsible for the instructional technology ecosystem and learning management system (LMS). The Director reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the Office of Academic Affairs.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Griffith Archivist, under the direction of the Director of the Archives, is responsible for processing physical and digital records, archival collections, and deposit materials through appraisal, arrangement, description, metadata and catalog record creation. The Griffith Archivist cooperates with the rest of the library staff to ensure quality services to archives users in ways consistent with industry-wide best policies and procedures.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Vocational Outreach Associate will work collaboratively with the Enrollment Management and Vocational Outreach team to connect with prospective students as they discern their calls to ministry. Notably, this Associate will serve as primary ambassador for the Seminary, traveling regularly to represent Columbia. This position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Vocational Outreach.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
