Position Description

Appointment Type: Full-Time, Three-Year Renewable Term
Compensation: Annual based on the Diocese of Toronto Remuneration schedule
Number of Positions:  1
Reports to:  The Provost and Vice-Chancellor

Competitive benefits package, including partial group benefits, pension, generous vacation time allotment and eligibility for a partial meal plan, providing access to select on-campus dining options. Accommodation on Trinity’s campus may be negotiated as part of remuneration, but residence in the College is not mandatory for this appointment.  

A small, distinctive college at the heart of a great university, Trinity College at the University of Toronto offers an exceptional academic experience and fosters community, responsibility and leadership. Since its founding in 1851, the College has valued and fostered a high level of academic achievement with some 2,400 currently registered students, 450 of whom live at the College. The Trinity College campus grounds comprise spectacular historic buildings. The College is the smallest college on the St. George Campus of the University of Toronto, located in the central Toronto downtown core, steps from the Bloor – St. George subway station and Queen’s Park.

Position Summary:

The Chaplaincy at Trinity College offers a place of connection, belonging, friendship and respect within a diverse and vibrant community that includes undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, administration and staff.   The Chaplain cultivates belonging by offering spiritual and pastoral care to all constituent groups, providing oversight of the Chapel and the services offered there, and working in collaboration with an internal advisory committee.    

The successful candidate will be ordained in the Anglican Church of Canada (or another province of the Anglican Communion) and be currently in good standing.  Employed by Trinity College, the Humphrys Chaplain is licensed by the Anglican Bishop of Toronto.

This position is endowed and reports to the Provost, while working alongside the Dean of Students and the Dean of Divinity to participate in student support and education as appropriate.   The successful candidate may be invited to teach an academic course in an area of professional expertise in one of our Faculties.   Doctorate-level degrees are desirable, but not essential.

How to Apply:

• In order to be considered for this position, candidates are asked to submit the following documents in either PDF or MS Word formats:
• A letter of interest, giving evidence of your suitability for this position and including your full contact information;
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae outlining your ministry experience and
• Three references, one of whom must be your current bishop, in support of your application (references may be sent separately and directly to the address below).   
• All application materials should be submitted electronically to trinity.recruitment@utoronto.ca.
• Please include “Job #2025-01 Humphrys Chaplain” in the subject line of your email.

Application Deadline:

The review of applications will begin on 28 February 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Trinity College is a federated university in the University of Toronto and offers excellent employment opportunities with exceptional benefits. The College is a culturally diverse community that sustains a tradition of academic excellence and provides a vibrant and welcoming community of students, faculty, alumni, and staff.

Trinity College is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity based on merit, transparency, accessibility, and inclusion ensuring that all candidates are given a fair opportunity. If you need this job posting in an alternative  format or if you require accommodation measures, please contact us at trinity.hr@utoronto.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs at every stage of the recruitment and selection process.

Trinity has a diverse and global student body and it is situated in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who can represent the diversity of our community. The College is committed to employment equity and offers equal opportunities to all genders, including visible minorities and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in keeping with Canadian law, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Final appointment is subject to completion of a satisfactory criminal record check and the Diocese of Toronto’s screening policies.

For more information about this ministry opportunity, you are invited to contact Provost Nicholas Terpstra directly at:  trinity.provost@utoronto.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.