A Religious Studies Professor teaches foundational religious ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Director, the Center for Academic Ministry (CAM) LeTourneau University - 4.4 Longview, TX Job Details Contract | Tenure track 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Doctoral degree Academic institution experience University teaching experience Educational program evaluation Teaching Process program evaluations Religious school experience University experience Full Job Description
LOCATION
Longview
DATE POSTED
08-21-2026
REPORTS TO:
Dean, School of Theology and Vocation
SCHEDULE
Tenure-track faculty; 11-month contract.
Teaching load:
1-1-1 per Academic Year.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
LeTourneau University invites applications for the Director of the Center for Academic Ministry (CAM), an 11-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor. The Center for Academic Ministry exists to empower faculty and staff to shepherd students in faith integration and spiritual formation for the sake of the church and the world. Backed by a significant endowment, this center supports the university's mission of nurturing Christian virtue and cultivating faith integration that impacts all areas of students' lives. While the position reports within the School of Theology and Vocation, the candidate's primary discipline and terminal degree may be within any academic field represented at LeTourneau University. The Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and strategically leading programs that foster faith integration and spiritual formation across the academic and co-curricular life of the institution. This role collaborates closely with faculty, staff, academic schools, and campus partners to cultivate a robust culture of faithful and reflective academic ministry that is grounded in LeTourneau's Theology and Vocation Core curriculum, pedagogical excellence, and holistic care for students. Key Responsibilities Lead faculty development and faith-integration training programs Facilitate seminars, reading groups, and interdisciplinary learning communities Direct the Koinonia Institute faculty and staff retreats Assess and strengthen faith-integration efforts across academic and student-facing programs Develop certificate and credentialing opportunities in academic ministry Oversee CAM communications, digital resources, and website content Foster mentorship networks and learning communities for faculty and staff Manage CAM strategic planning, budgeting, partnerships, and institutional engagement
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications Terminal degree in a relevant field; formal theological education preferred Demonstrated experience in faith integration, Christian higher education, and academic ministry Strong teaching, facilitation, and communication skills Experience designing and leading faculty development and/or spiritual formation programs Ability to assess program effectiveness and communicate results effectively Preferred Qualifications Experience in Christian higher education leadership or academic administration Scholarly engagement in faith integration, Christian theology, vocation, pedagogy, or related themes Experience directing retreats or spiritual formation initiatives Familiarity with web content management and digital resource development Personal Characteristics Consistent evidence of spiritual growth and faith integration Collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and mobilize diverse campus constituents Strategic thinker capable of envisioning and building sustainable programs Pastoral sensitivity and a heart for shepherding educators in their vocation of academic ministry
SALARY:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LeTourneau University offers group health insurance plans, life insurance, contribution to a retirement program, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and their dependents, among other benefits.
DATE POSITION IS AVAILABLE
Spring or Fall 2027 PROCEDURE
FOR APPLICATION OR NOMINATION
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, list of references, copies of unofficial transcripts, and answers to several faith questions available in the online application form at the link below. The review process will begin as early as October 1st, 2026, and all applications received by October 15th, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applications after that date will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. To apply, visit www.letu.edu/jobs-faculty. Questions about the search process may be directed to . In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, national origin or genetic information. Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
LeTourneau University is the premier Christian polytechnic university in the nation where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community. LETU is a Christ-centered, interdenominational institute of higher learning offering more than 85 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, aviation, business & technology, communication, computer science, criminal justice, education, engineering, nursing, psychology & counseling and theology & vocation. LETU's 2,700 students represent nearly all 50 states, more than 30 foreign countries, and around 50 different denominational groups. LETU is consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges," and the engineering program is ranked nationally. LeTourneau University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, at http://www.sacscoc.org) to award associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees. LeTourneau University's engineering and engineering technology programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: 410-347-7700. The Carnegie Foundation classifies LeTourneau University as a Master's (Comprehensive) University II. The 162 acre main campus is located in Longview, Texas, a progressive hub city with an MSA of over 190,000, nestled among the beautiful pine-forested hills and lakes of East Texas. It is approximately 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.
