Presidential Fellow at Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, PA

Job description

Job Summary The Presidential Fellow serves as a member of the President's Office and works directly with the President’s Office to strengthen presidential preparedness, strategic awareness, external engagement, relationship development, and follow-through. The Presidential Fellowship is a highly selective leadership-development opportunity designed for emerging professionals who demonstrate strong potential for executive leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational impact. The Presidential Fellow reports administratively to the Executive Assistant & Senior Advisor to the President and receives work direction from the President regarding assigned projects, research priorities, strategic initiatives, and fellowship objectives. Working collaboratively with the Executive Assistant & Senior Advisor to the President and Executive Assistant to the President's Office, the Presidential Fellow helps ensure the President is prepared and positioned for important meetings, events, travel, relationships, and institutional opportunities. The Fellow will also conduct research on emerging issues affecting Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster County, Christian higher education, the Church, faith, culture, and society. The goal is to help the President remain informed about the environment surrounding LBC and identify opportunities for the College to strengthen its voice, relationships, brand awareness, and mission impact. The primary focus of the Fellowship is presidential preparation, strategic research, and relationship engagement. Other responsibilities are assigned as needed to support the President's Office and advance the developmental objectives of the Fellowship. This position is designed as a high-trust, developmental fellowship that provides the individual with firsthand exposure to executive leadership, Christian higher education, institutional strategy, Board governance, advancement, community engagement, and external relations. Occasional regional and national travel, including attendance at selected evening and weekend events, may be required. Work hours will vary based upon presidential events, travel, institutional activities, and related responsibilities. Because this is a developmental fellowship, responsibilities may evolve throughout the appointment based upon institutional needs and the Fellow's developmental goals. Success in this role is measured by the quality and usefulness of executive preparation materials, research insights, relationship support, follow-through, and the Fellow's demonstrated professional growth throughout the appointment. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Appointment: One- to two-year developmental fellowship Personal Qualities A growing relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to biblical truth. A dedication to the mission of Lancaster Bible College. The desire to grow, develop, and mature both spiritually and professionally. A spirit of humility, curiosity, cooperation, and willingness to serve others. A high level of professionalism, maturity, discretion, and sound judgment. The ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information appropriately. A relational posture and ability to interact comfortably with students, employees, trustees, donors, pastors, community leaders, business leaders, and other external constituencies. A willingness to receive feedback, learn from senior leaders, and view the Fellowship as an opportunity for leadership development. A professional appearance and ability to represent Lancaster Bible College well in a variety of environments. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required. Recent graduate, graduate student, doctoral student, or emerging professional preferred. Interest in higher education, leadership, business, research, ministry, communications, public affairs, or a related field. Demonstrated experience conducting research, analyzing information, and communicating findings clearly. Experience working in professional, ministry, e