Job Postings

Welcome to the Hispanic Theological Initiative job posting page, where you’ll find open positions posted by academic institutions, church related organizations, as well as non-profit organizations.*  To post a job opportunity on the HTI site, Facebook, and online newsletter, Journeys, click here. 

*Through the site, HTI allows third parties to post job listings.  HTI does not control such third parties, does not imply endorsement for any, and is not responsible for the content of such postings.  Any representations made regarding such third parties or the job positions are governed by the policies and representations made by said third parties.  HTI may accept, reject or remove postings, and HTI shall not be liable for any such removal.
Boston University, School of Theology - Postdoctoral Associate

The Raices Latinas Program at Boston University School of Theology (BU STH) seeks a postdoctoral associate to serve as the lead program researcher for two grant projects: “Accompanying Immigrant Christian Families Across Generations” and “Nurturing Immigrant Children’s’ Faith Experiences En Familia program (En Familia).” The postdoc will develop partnerships with congregations, study them, and develop context-appropriate resources to be used and distributed for the purpose of supporting Christian immigrant churches and families. The fellow will also teach courses in their area of expertise at BU STH. This is four year position (with the option of a five-year) with an expected start on February 1, 2025. The postdoctoral associate will work closely with the grant administrator and will respond as well as receive mentoring from a faculty person who will be the grant general consultant.

Responsibilities
• Coordinate the gathering and organizing of all the reports/data related to program implementation.
• Maintain good communication with and detailed records of each church related to the program.
• Develop a research agenda aligned with the goals of the grant projects.
• Provide the logistical support for all the research components of the grants in coordination with STH students.
• Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals and in other media.
• Teach a masters-level course per year related to their research and aligned with the mission and curricula of the School of Theology.
• Organize academic events in coordination with different programs at the School of Theology.
• Design a plan for the development and writing of children’s curriculum contextual to immigrant churches and their experience within the Christian faith.
• Collaborate with the grant manager and the grant general consultant in the administrative tasks of the grants.
• Coordinate, train, and supervise student research assistants.
• Maintain good records of program design, implementation, and adaptations.
• Represent these programs at events and conferences upon request.
• Provide information and updates on implementation and research for partners (churches, other organizations, institutions of higher education).

Required Skills

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in hand by May 2025. Areas of specialization include practical theology, congregational studies, sociology of religion and cultural studies. The ideal candidate will be fully immersed in the congregational life of immigrant churches and work to bridge the church and the academy.

Required materials:
1. CV.
2. Cover letter
3. Writing Sample
4. Research Statement
Please send the required documents to cdlrosa@bu.edu

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Location: BOSTON, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/Faculty/jobs/315065 

Hispanic Theological Initiative - Website Content Editor (Part-time)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hispanic Theological Initiative is currently looking for Website Content Editor to provide support to advance and maintain HTI’s website. The Website Content Editor will work closely with the HTI Office and Programming to maintain accurate, functioning, and updating information on the website. The ideal candidate is a team player that takes pride in ensuring that programming details are up-to-date and accurate on the website. Is proactive, a problem-solver and passion for delivering high quality content on the website. The candidate needs to demonstrate a meticulous approach towards technical and communication skills

TITLE:  Web Content Editor
STATUS: Non-Exempt (Part-time, Hybrid – Remote and in-person) 12 to 15 hours per week
Applicant must be able to work on site during the first 90 days (about 3 months) of employment- Afterwards weekends may be required.
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
SALARY RANGE:   $27 – $30 (commensurate with experience)
PURPOSE: The Hispanic Theological Initiative (HTI) mission is cultivating Latinx PhDs leadership positions in the academy, church, and the world. With the support of the 23 consortium member institutions, the mission and vision of HTI revolves around three major goals:

  1. Increase the recruitment, retention, and graduation rates of Latine PhD students across the nation by uniting and leveraging institutional resources.
  2. Increase the presence of Latine leaders and faculty- especially, tenured faculty in seminaries, schools of theology, and universities.
  3. Provide a forum for exchange of information, ideas, and best practices to engage the contributions of Latine faculty and students in theological and religious education.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    The responsibilities of the Website Content Editor include but are not limited to:

    • Oversee the day-to-day operation of website, reliability and performance optimization
    • Administer and customize content management systems such as WordPress (including Divi Theme Builder) to support content publishing and website updates
    • Maintain and troubleshoot website to ensure secure and efficient operation
    • Monitor website performance, traffic, and usage metrics using analytics tools to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement
    • Provide technical support and assistance to staff and end-users regarding website functionality and troubleshooting
    • Maintain comprehensive documentation of web infrastructure, configurations, procedures and troubleshooting guidelines for reference and training purposes.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Proficient with WordPress, including Divi Theme Builder
    • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues
    • Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
    • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment is essential
    • Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) with a customer-focused mindset

            THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING:

            • The ideal candidate will function expertly in a dynamic, team-based environment with rapidly changing priorities, thrive in ambiguity and can coordinate and collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
            • Candidate is meticulous and detail oriented.
            • With oversight from HTI staff will work both independently and collaboratively.
            • In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary to support the priorities of HTI and work flexibly to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders.

                  EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

                  • Associate’s degree and/or bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

                  WORK EXPERIENCE: 

                  • 3+ years of experience in digital administration, including web analytics and search engine optimization

                  Please send all inquiries and resumes to hti@ptsem.edu and Human Resource Manager norma.merced@ptsem.edu