Resident Hall Director; Dorm Pastor

Nelson University, located in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex, fosters a Spirit-empowered, faith-based learning community for students pursuing their God-given callings. Offering over 70 undergraduate and graduate programs, NU equips students for leadership in ministry, business, education, and service. With small class sizes, students receive personalized attention and hands‑on training. Beyond academics, students can engage in a vibrant campus life through 20+ organizations, 7 intramural sports, and 11 competitive athletic teams, as well as study abroad and mission trip opportunities.

Nelson University is seeking a full‑time, on‑site Resident Hall Director (Dorm Pastor) to provide leadership and support to the residence life community of the university. This role is based in Waxahachie, TX.

• Serve as spiritual leaders in their respective residence hall.
• Provide pastoral counseling, support, and care to students within their respective residence hall.
• Develop interpersonal relationships and a sense of community among dorm residents.
• Serve as spiritual mentor and life coach for dorm residents.
• Plan and employ weekly dorm devotions/services that include worship, prayer, and biblical teaching/preaching.
• Promote an environment in which students can develop Christian character and leadership skills.
• Reside in their respective residence hall.
• Recruit, train, and mentor resident assistants to provide pastoral ministry to dorm residents.
  
  Follow and enforce University policies as outlined in the Student Handbook.
• Assist in the safety and security of the residence hall.
• Report potential Title IX incidents to Director of Human Resources or Title IX Coordinator.
• Be willing to fulfill summer duties as needed.
• Attend University chapel services on a regular basis.
• Assist in chapel supervision and enforcement of the Chapel Code of Conduct.

• Be Spirit‑filled as demonstrated in Acts 2.
• Maintain and model spiritual maturity and high moral/ethical standards.
• Possess a caring and pastoral heart and strong interpersonal relational skills.
• Hold an earned undergraduate degree (counseling or biblical studies preferred).
• Have previous, successful ministry experience.
• Possess strong organizational and management skills.
• Understand academic, spiritual, and social aspects of the University.
• Maintain active membership in an Assemblies of God church and attend on a regular basis.