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Job Title:
Muslim Prayer Leader
Department:
CRSSJ
ID:
CRSSJ_MuslimPrayer
Title of Supervisor:
Dean of Religious Life and Chaplain
Date Completed:
2017/02/23

JOB SUMMARY

The Muslim Prayer Leader is responsible for preparation of sermon and leadership of our Gumaa Prayer each Friday during the academic year. Additionally, this person will serve as a member of the Religious Life Staff and may be called on for advising and guidance about Islam and Muslim practice by members of the community. This staff member will be engaged in planning and scheduling of the occasional guest speaker, dialogue(s) and programming with Religious Life Staff. Each year, the prayer leader organizes a trip to the mosque to celebrate holy days, in particular, the Eids when they occur while in session.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibility % of Time
 
Gumaa Service
Responsible for preparation and leadership of Gumaa service (Friday prayer service for students, faculty and staff.)
60 %
 
Campus Festivals and Holy Day Celebrations
Plan campus festivals and holy day celebrations with students. (Includes assistance with transport to mosque for Eid(s) or other cultural/religious events).
10 %
 
Advise/Support Muslim community
Advise/Support Muslim community.
10 %
 
Department Meetings
Attend department meetings. Administrative duties.
10 %
 
Guest Speakers
Assist students in planning guest speaker(s) or religious discussions on campus.
10 %

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

2) Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.

3) Understand and comply with the policies of the College Staff Handbook.

4) Demonstrate commitment to customer service. Establish effective relationships with internal and external customers and respond to their needs.

5) Perform duties as a team member in a manner supportive of department and College procedures, policies and goals.

6) Protect confidentiality of College information.

7) Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.

8) Communicate with others in a courteous and helpful manner.

9) May be asked to fill positions considered essential during weather emergencies or other events requiring special staffing.

10) Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

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No

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If yes, how many?

Student Staff
Non-exempt
Exempt
If "Student Staff" - Approximately how many total hours of student staff?

LEADERSHIP:

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SUPERVISION RECEIVED

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General Direction:
receive very general guidance with respect to overall objectives; work is usually quite independent of others; operate within division or department policy guidelines using independent judgment in achieving assigned objectives.
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EDUCATION

Degree/Diploma
Program of Study
Required/Preferred
Masters
Additional Educational Requirements
A candidate with a B.A. and many years of experience in Islamic leadership (10-15 yrs.) might be sufficient. However, there is a great desire among Muslim students and Muslim faculty for the Muslim Prayer Leader/Imam to have an educational background that would be consistent with a more learned scholar of the tradition.

EXPERIENCE

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Five years or more

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COMPUTER OPERATIONS

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Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, etc.

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CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

TRAVEL

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Minimal overnight travel (up to 10%) by land and/or air.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in religious leadership and working with college students or young adults is desired. Some counseling experience or a certificate of training in safe and healthy environments (boundaries training) would be helpful.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION ANALYSIS

Accurate identification of essential and marginal functions and the time required is important for making a variety of personnel decisions, including recruitment, hiring, performance evaluation, discipline, training and accommodation. The analysis explains the components of the job by identifying who, what, why, how much, and when.

MENTAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

 

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1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Analyzing information or data
x
Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
x
Composing & comprehending communication materials (written and verbal)
x
Establishing effective interpersonal relationships
x
Adjusting to changes (work load, environment, department structure, etc.)
x
Using logic to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, etc.
x
Making decisions of moderate to substantial consequence
x
Performing mathematical calculations
x
Editing reports or technical materials
x
Planning and organizing (work load, schedules, events, etc.)
x
 

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Handle stressful, emotional and/or frustrating situations
x
Working with numerous distractions
x
Working under a time pressure and within timelines/deadlines
x
Coordinating work with others
x
Handling multiple assignments and priorities
x
Completing work in an accurate manner
x
Concentrating - maintaining attention to details and tasks
x
Memory functions (remembering names, details and procedures)
x

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand
x
Walk
x
Sit
x
Ability to walk up or down stairs
x
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
x
Reach with hands and arms
x
Climb or balance
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Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
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Talk or hear
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Taste or smell
 

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1/3 to 2/3

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Up to 10 pounds
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Up to 25 pounds
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Up to 50 pounds
Up to 100 pounds (with an assisted device)
More than 100 pounds (with an assisted device)

GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities.

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VISION REQUIREMENTS

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Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

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Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

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WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
x
Extreme cold (non-weather)
Extreme heat (non-weather)
Outdoor weather conditions
x
Work near moving mechanical parts
Work in high, precarious places
Air Contamination (i.e., dust, fume, smoke, toxic conditions, disagreeable odors)
Toxic or caustic chemicals
Work with explosives
Risk of electrical shock
 

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1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Vibration (i.e. operating jackhammer, impact wrench)
Risk of radiation
Confined Spaces
x

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

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Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor setting with adequate ventilation.

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TYPICAL NOISE LEVEL

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Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Employee Statement of Understanding

As an employee, I will strive to uphold the mission and core values of Grinnell College. I understand that my work and my presence contribute to the teaching and learning environment. I have read and understand the job description for my position and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position as stated. I agree to comply with college policies and all laws, rules, regulations, and standards of conduct relating to my position. As an employee, I understand my duty to report any suspected violations of the law, unsafe work environment or practices, sexual harassment, discrimination, or other misconduct to a supervisor or other designated college official. I further understand that should I have a workplace injury, I will report it to my supervisor and/or the Office of Human Resources promptly.