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.
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 Administrative Coordinator/Accounting Clerk performs administrative and basic accounting activities for the Seminary. The Administrative Coordinator/Accounting Clerk reports to the Controller/Assistant Treasurer.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Associate Director serves as the operational lead for the Seminary’s communications function, ensuring strategy is translated into clear, consistent, and timely execution. This role brings structure, prioritization, and accountability to communications workflows, supporting a coherent and well-articulated institutional identity. This position reports to the Senior Director of Communications & Marketing.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Associate Director of Global Student Engagement will function within the Student Formation and Campus Culture department. The Associate Director will provide excellent program services and an environment that welcomes and supports international students, scholars, and exchange students in all contexts of the Seminary community. The Associate Director will advocate the cross-sectional issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and intercultural dynamics by examining ways to reinterpret our educational mission and goals to keep the Seminary relevant and on the cutting edge of church and society. This position reports to the Senior Advisor for Flourishing and Belonging.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Associate Director for Stewardship & Administration is responsible for managing and strengthening the Seminary’s stewardship program by ensuring that all philanthropic gifts are acknowledged, tracked, and reported in ways that clearly demonstrate impact, honor donor intent, and reinforce trust. The position oversees donor-centered acknowledgments and compliance, coordinates accurate documentation and reporting in Raiser’s Edge/NXT, prepares meaningful stewardship communications, and monitors donor engagement to support retention. Working collaboratively with Institutional Advancement staff and fund administrators, the role ensures effective stewardship of restricted and donor-established funds while continuously improving stewardship systems and practices. The Associate Director reports to the Senior Director for Advancement Strategy.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Coordinator for Advancement Services & Support ensures timely, accurate, and donor‑centered acknowledgments that demonstrate the impact and purpose of philanthropic support while maintaining compliance and accountability. The position coordinates and documents donor recognition and stewardship activity in Raiser’s Edge/NXT, prepares and distributes impact‑focused communications, and monitors donor engagement to support retention and alignment with donor intent, particularly for restricted and donor‑established funds. Working collaboratively with Institutional Advancement staff, the role supports stewardship initiatives and events, maintains accurate records, and provides administrative support to the Institutional Advancement team. The Coordinator reports to the Senior Director for Advancement Strategy.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Director for Academic Administration supports the effective administration of the Office of Academic Affairs. The Director reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Click here to download the detailed job overview, including responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.
The Director of AV is responsible for the operation of AV technology. This position provides advanced technical support for audio visual technology, including classroom instructor lecterns, audio-visual (AV) equipment, meeting room technology, chapel technology, and other facilities featuring audio and video conferencing and projection systems. The Director reports to the Network Systems Administrator.
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 Hospitality Coordinator serves as a central liaison for hospitality-related logistics across the Seminary, supporting a welcoming, organized, and high-quality experience for all guests, event participants, and campus visitors. This role focuses on coordinating and facilitating logistics in partnership with Seminary offices and departments, rather than fully planning or executing events. The Hospitality Coordinator collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure that logistical needs, including space utilization, guest accommodations, and support services, are aligned, communicated, and effectively implemented. This position also provides coordination for campus conferences and oversees guestroom operations in the Harrington Center. This position reports to the Director of Operations.
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.
