Job Details

Assistant/Associate Director of Ministry Integration

Position Number: 6803848
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Assistant/Associate Director of Ministry Integration

Job Identification: 19672
Posting Date: 12/18/2025, 07:25 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 1500 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US
Degree Level:

Job Description:
What We're Looking For

Baylor University seeks an Assistant Director for Ministry to serve within the Department of Athletics. This position works closely with the Men's football program and requires consistent collaboration with coaching staff, support staff, and student-athletes. This role reports to the Director of Sports Ministry and collaborates with the Associate A.D./Athletics Chaplain to develop and implement a multifaceted ministry for student-athletes, coaches, and athletic staff-particularly in men's sports.

The ideal candidate will integrate spiritual formation, personal and professional development, and character education into the holistic growth of Baylor student-athletes.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Two years of relevant experience
Active Christian faith and demonstrated spiritual maturity

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree (in progress or completed)
Five years of relevant experience, preferably in collegiate athletics ministry
Former college student-athlete experience and leadership in sports ministry

Required Skill Set

Self-Starter and Innovative
Facilitation and Curriculum Development Skills
Strong Communication and Relationship-Building Abilities
Attention to Detail and Effective Time Management
Solution-Oriented Problem Solving
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Ability to Foster Holistic Growth in Student-Athletes (spiritually, personally, professionally)
Familiarity with Ministry and Character Formation Practices

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

Ministry and Spiritual Formation

Be consistently and relationally present among men's sports teams, serving as a chaplain and spiritual resource to student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
Provide pastoral care and crisis response, coordinating with the Director of Sports Ministry, other ministry staff, and qualified student-athlete support staff.
Design and implement spiritually formative programming, team devotionals, retreats, and mission experiences to foster discipleship and evangelism.
Lead and facilitate ongoing spiritual development programming.
Encourage and facilitate student-athlete participation in the broader Baylor Christian community and local churches.
Oversee and facilitate international multi-sport mission trips.

Character and Leadership Development

Assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation of character formation programs, including personal skills, leadership, service, and spiritual growth.

Collaboration and Compliance

Partner with the Director of Sports Ministry, Character Formation team, and campus/community organizations to expand ministry and service opportunities.
Maintain a working knowledge of and adherence to NCAA, Big 12 Conference, and institutional rules and regulations, and report any potential infractions immediately.
Develop a social media strategy that aligns with the Baylor Sports Ministry's mission and increases its visibility.
Perform other duties as assigned by the vice president of intercollegiate athletics or designee, or associate athletic director for mission impact & enrichment/athletics chaplain to support Baylor's Christian mission and the vision of Athletics.

Other

Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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