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Chautauqua Institution Abrahamic Program for Young Adults (Religion Department)/Seasonal Employment in Chautauqua, New York
Description
Sponsored by the Department of Religion (https://www.chq.org/schedule/religion/daily-worship/) , the Abrahamic Program for Young Adults (APYA) seeks to draw on the rich history and presence of religion at Chautauqua Institution by providing opportunities for interfaith dialogue and service to early career adults interested in ministry, chaplaincy, or interfaith work more broadly.
APYA coordinators will help lead worship services, facilitate conversations, and provide religious education to the Chautauqua community during the Summer Assembly. Coordinators will also have an opportunity to develop their own group project based on mutual interests and vocational goals.
About Your Compensation
Compensation for this position is $15.50 USD per hour.
About Your Workday
As an Abrahamic Program for Young Adult (APYA) Coordinator, you will:
Contribute to and participate in existing programs (60% of your time):
During Weeks One and Two, attend as many different religious services as possible. You can learn more about the different denominations and religious organizations here; (https://www.chq.org/visit/community/denominational-houses)
Attend Sunday morning worship services hosted by the Department of Religion;
Attend and help with Q&A during the Interfaith Lecture Series;
Participate in training for CHQ Dialogues facilitation, join facilitators' lunch, and participate in one Dialogue session each week. Learn more about CHQ Dialogues here (https://www.chq.org/things-to-do/religion/chq-dialogues/) ;
Organize and lead Jumu’ah services each Friday afternoon. The Muslim coordinator(s) may be asked to lead the prayer some or all the weeks, but all coordinators will be involved with organizing the content of the informational portion and setting up/breaking down each week;
Help with religious education programs as requested;
Attend and participate in the Interfaith Sacred Song Service;
Represent the Religion Department at programs and events as requested;
Identify other programs of the Department of Religion and/or community groups that you are interested in observing, participating in, or contributing to. Including but not limited to: Chautauqua Mystic Heart Meditation, Labyrinth, and Denominational House Social Hours.
Group project (40% of your time)
Work collaboratively with your fellow coordinators to create and implement a new group project based on your mutual interests, in consultation with your supervisor;
About Your Schedule
Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability.
While you will confirm your final schedule at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
You will be scheduled to work an average of 40 hours/week spread across six days. Scheduled hours will include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. If you foresee going above 40 hours of work in a week, please speak with your supervisor to seek approval first.
Your first day of work will be Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Your last day of employment will be on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
About Living on the Grounds
Employer provided housing is included with this position. You will have your own private bedroom, but you may have to share a bathroom with members of the same sex.
Required Documents
In addition to completing this application, all applicants are required to submit the following three documents:
An updated resume;
A list of 2-3 references - each reference must include full name, email, phone number, title, organization, and your relationship to the individual. If you were referred by someone to apply to this program, please indicate that as well;
A 1-2 page letter of interest. This letter should explain why you are seeking the coordinator position, describe your previous interfaith involvement, and address your professional goals.
You have two options to upload these documents. The first is during the application process. The second is after you've created a UKG account. If you experience issues with this, please email Ms. Rafia Khader at rkhader@chq.org.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution (https://www.chq.org/) is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company (https://www.chq.org/discover-chautauqua/accommodations/athenaeum-hotel/) , a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater. In addition to a traditional gate pass, employees and their families will receive full access to our current and historical programs online at CHQ Assembly (https://assembly.chq.org/) .
Our Commitment to IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) (https://www.chq.org/about/idea/) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward (https://150fwd.chq.org/) . One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Presenting: Some Knowledge
Self-Direction: Intermediate
Empathy: Intermediate
Cooperation: Intermediate
Collaborating: Intermediate
Active Listening: Intermediate
Communication: Some Knowledge
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better
Preferred
- Masters or better in Religion & Society
Experience
Preferred
1-3 year: Interfaith experience (preferred)
1 year: Combined education and experience with young adult ministry (preferred).