Position Description

Job Location: Heritage Campus

Reports To:VP of Academics

About Heritage College & Seminary

Heritage College & Seminary exists to glorify God by partnering with churches in providing a biblically based education equipping men and women for life and ministry in the church and in the world.

Formed in 1993 from the merger of two respected institutions, Heritage has a rich history in providing academic excellence in the delivery of programs that help to shape biblical insight.  The school is a place of worship that celebrates and cultivates God-given talents that make it possible for its graduates to Major in the Word of God, so they can help churches make a world of difference.

About the Role

Heritage College & Seminary is seeking a full-time Integrated Practicum Director (IPD).  Reporting to the VP of Academics, this position plays a key role in supporting the mission of Heritage College & Seminary in providing leadership and oversight to the Integrated Practicum Project – a dynamic partnership ensuring the practical training and equipping of Heritage students who aspire to serve in pastoral leadership or serve in other church and parachurch leadership roles.

The IPD will design, implement, manage, and evaluate this initiative in collaboration with faculty and partner churches, and in accordance with academic policies, curriculum standards and Heritage approval processes.

The objective is to create an integrated educational model that bridges classroom learning with practical ministry experience. This model will ensure that the academic knowledge and tools gained in the classroom are effectively translated into biblically faithful ministry competencies, skills and character demonstrated within the local church context. While every internship will have a standard core that satisfies Heritage academic standards, the successful candidate will work with students and churches to tailor and contextualize internship proposals that will satisfy the needs and requirements of Heritage, the church and the individual’s particular calling/training.

Working closely with church leaders and Heritage faculty, the IPD will establish a high-quality internship experience for students with defined clear learning outcomes by gathering assessment data, assessing student performance in ministry settings, and facilitating a continuous feedback process between the church and the seminary. The development and refinement of these outcomes will be continuous in collaboration with program faculty, church leaders and in alignment with Heritage curriculum. This feedback loop will help identify and address learning gaps, ensuring a cohesive and effective educational experience that equips students for faithful and skilled ministry.

The successful candidate will embody and uphold Heritage’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Doctrinal and Identity Statements while fostering a collaborative, encouraging, and Christ-honouring environment.

This position requires regular travel using a personal vehicle.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for the Integrated Practicum Project, ensuring long-term sustainability and national impact in addressing the growing pastoral leadership gap in Canada.
• Oversee day-to-day administration of the internship program, including syllabi management and regular interaction with college and seminary interns.
• Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships and relationships by engaging regularly with churches, denominations, elders, and parachurch ministries to identify emerging leaders and expand practical training opportunities.
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence in fostering open, respectful, and ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Expand Heritage’s geographic reach by building new partnerships and increasing accessibility for students in a variety of ministry contexts.
• Lead collaborative initiatives that build unity and collective commitment among partner churches, ensuring delivery of measurable qualitative and quantitative results.
• Support the development and maintenance of a centralized data infrastructure for real-time tracking of key performance indicators and evidence-based decision-making.
• Collaborate on communication and branding initiatives to clearly articulate the program’s value, priorities, and impact to partners, donors, and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Deep commitment to the centrality of the local church and a passion for equipping churches to disciple faithfully.
• Undergraduate degree required; graduate studies (Master’s, PhD, or equivalent) an asset.
• 3–5 years of experience in pastoral leadership or academic administration.
• Broad understanding of churches served by Heritage; familiarity with Christian higher education accreditation standards an asset.
• Strong project management abilities with proven success managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage across diverse theological and cultural contexts.
• Skilled at translating academic objectives into church-based ministry settings and communicating complex ideas clearly and compellingly.
• Demonstrated trustworthiness, emotional maturity, and relational wisdom.
• Strong facilitation and influencing skills; able to connect authentically with students, mentors, faculty, and ministry partners.
• Sound decision-making, judgment, and concentration; able to respond effectively to inquiries and complex challenges.
• Creative and proactive problem-solver with strong critical thinking and information-gathering skills.
• Ability to foster strong mentoring relationships between students and church mentors.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a self-directed environment.
• Highly adaptable, capable of navigating competing priorities and complex interpersonal dynamics.
• Reliable and deadline-driven, with consistent follow-through.

To Apply

Please submit the following to HR@heritagecs.edu:

• Cover letter outlining your interest in the role, qualifications and alignment with Heritage’s mission
• Current résumé/CV
• Contact information for three references
• Please include Integrated Practicum Director in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted until January 23, 2026, or until the position is filled.