Rector

The Rector serves as the primary pastoral leader, chief administrator, community builder and University resource for 32 single-sex undergraduate halls. The Rector has a special and unique responsibility to foster Christian community within the residential communities, inspired and informed by Notre Dame’s Catholic, Holy Cross tradition. This position is responsible for the well-being and development of all residents, including members of Hall Staff, and assists students in the integration of their intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual formation. The typical Rector cohort includes priests and brothers of the Congregation of Holy Cross, professed religious from other religious orders, and single lay women and men. The Rector position is a live-in, full time position, which is 10 months (with new Rectors arriving early for orientation and training). The position offers full-time benefits, including a retirement plan, a furnished apartment and a meal plan.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, Higher Education, Counseling or a related field or Bachelor's Degree with 20 years of experience
• At least three years of experience in a related field such as pastoral ministry, education, student personnel or counseling
• A demonstrated commitment to the University’s Catholic and Holy Cross mission and the ability to implement policies, programs, services, and initiatives that are consistent with the University’s mission and values.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in higher education with faculty, staff and students- Knowledge of student life issues
• Supervisory experience, particularly training and coordinating volunteers
• Effective interpersonal skills, including a willingness to create a welcoming environment for all people
• Ability to design, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs with and for students
• Ability to manage complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, mixing long-term projects with urgent or immediate demands
• Capacity to manage stress and maintain personal and emotional stability in a demanding work environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with a facility for public speaking
• Strong organizational skills, with a demonstrated attention to detail
• Competent with technology (MS Office Suite and Google Suite) and ability to learn new systems

Additional Information

Salary: $45,675 for 10 months, pay annualized. Includes a fully furnished 1 bedroom apartment (year round) and a meal plan (during the academic year)

Applications accepted through March 30, 2026

RESUME & COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Please add in the attachments section of your application.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.