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Careers

Work With Purpose at ATS

At The Association of Theological Schools (ATS), we believe that theological education matters—for the church, the academy, and the world. Our work supports more than 250 graduate schools in the United States and Canada, helping them prepare leaders who serve with wisdom, compassion, and integrity.

Every member of our team plays a vital role in promoting the improvement and enhancement of theological schools to the benefit of communities of faith and the broader public. If you are seeking meaningful work, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization, there may be a place for you at ATS.

Why ATS?

Mission-Driven Work
When you work at ATS, you're contributing to the strength and vitality of theological schools and the communities they serve. We support institutions that prepare faith leaders to engage a changing world—through accreditation, peer networks, strategic programs and initiatives, data and research, and more. Learn more about our Mission and Core Values.

Collaborative and Caring Culture
We’re a small, dedicated team that values mutual respect, curiosity, and learning. Whether we’re planning a conference, guiding a school through accreditation, developing a new resource, or sharing the latest data about trends in theological education, we approach our work together with care and purpose.

Professional Growth
We invest in our team. Through mentorship, continuing education, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects, we help our staff grow as professionals and as people. At ATS, your development is part of our shared success.

Theological Commitment to Diversity
At ATS, we affirm that diversity is a visible sign of God’s intention for humanity. This conviction shapes how we serve our member schools and how we build our team. We value the many forms of diversity found in theological education, recognizing that each school is called to define and embody diversity in light of its unique mission, context, and commitments. This also informs our workplace. We welcome colleagues with a wide range of lived experiences and perspectives, believing that such diversity is vital not only to theological education, but to our shared life and work.

Current Openings 

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow in a supportive environment, explore our current openings:

We always welcome inquiries from individuals who are excited about our mission, even if we don't have a position open that is a right fit for your talents. You can send your resume and a letter of interest using this form [link to form].

Life at ATS

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, ATS offers a flexible and hybrid-friendly workplace with a strong sense of team. Whether you're working remotely or onsite, you’ll find a collegial and mission-centered environment.

Our team includes educators, administrators, communicators, researchers, and more—all united by a shared commitment to advancing theological education across diverse faith traditions.

Compensation & Benefits

At ATS, we demonstrate our care for our people by offering a competitive and thoughtful compensation package. Salaries are benchmarked against nonprofit organizations in the Pittsburgh, PA area to ensure fairness and market alignment. Our benefits include:

  • Health coverage
  • A 10% employer retirement contribution that is immediately vested
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy balance between work and life

These and other offerings reflect our deep commitment to the well-being of our team—because we believe our people are our greatest resource. 

Something Else?

Help Shape the Future of Theological Education

At ATS, your work will matter—to students, to schools, to communities of faith, and to the future of leadership in a complex and changing world.

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