Dean and President

Seminary of the Southwest (the Seminary or SSW) in Austin, Texas seeks a creative, inspiring, and faithful Episcopal leader to serve as its next Dean and President. As the only fully residential Episcopal seminary west of the Mississippi River, SSW attracts students from throughout the United States to pursue degrees and certificates in divinity, mental health counseling, religion, spiritual direction, and chaplaincy.

Guided by its mission to form people for vocations of ministry, service, and healing, Seminary of the Southwest responds with clarity and action to the needs of the church and all the communities it serves. By preparing both ordained and lay leaders, clinically trained counselors, chaplains, and spiritual directors – as well as providing broad resources for local theological formation nationwide – SSW stands at the edge of an exciting frontier where the Gospel meets the culture.

Appointed by the Board of Trustees, the Dean and President serves as the chief executive officer of the institution and is responsible for all aspects of seminary life, includ­ing academic affairs, alumni relations, financial management, fundraising, recruit­ment and admission of students, and interaction with the community, the broader church, and the world. The successful candidate will bring integrity, pastoral presence, strategic clarity, visionary imagination, strong fundraising aptitude, and mature executive competence to guide Seminary of the Southwest towards a bold and sustainable future.

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Austin, Texas. A generous and competitive compensation and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate.

APPLICATIONS, INQUIRIES, AND NOMINATIONS

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Applications and nominations received by March 31, 2026, will receive priority consideration. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be submitted below.