Working at Gonzaga:
At Gonzaga we don’t just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for – and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.
Position: Training & Development Specialist - Mission
Gonzaga University is seeking a Training & Development Specialist to play an integral role in promoting and supporting Gonzaga’s Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic mission. This full-time position works with faculty, staff, and administrators to foster a deep commitment to the university’s values within their unique roles. As a member of the Mission Engagement team in the Division of Mission Integration, this specialist brings Gonzaga’s mission to life through targeted training and development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver a robust mission engagement portfolio: Provide diverse offerings including multi-year formation cohort programs, mission orientation, workshops, reading and discussion groups, and spirituality activities.
Provide support and accompaniment: Work alongside university colleagues and departments on mission-related projects, consultations, and professional development.
Apply Ignatian pedagogy and spirituality: Draw on knowledge of Jesuit, Catholic education to integrate Ignatian principles into professional practice, guiding employees in aligning with the mission in meaningful ways.
This role offers an impactful opportunity for those dedicated to advancing mission-driven work in a dynamic, values-centered university community.
At Gonzaga University, we’re not just looking for a Mission Integration Training & Development Specialist —we’re seeking a visionary leader who thrives on pushing boundaries and leaving a lasting mark. If you’re ready to work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and impact, then join us on our journey to inspire, educate, and transform lives. Let’s create something extraordinary together at Gonzaga University.
Salary:
The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $54,640-$63,151 annually.
This is a full-time (40-hour per week) 11 month position.
Benefits:
Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga’s commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time employees in their first year: a PPO Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through VSP, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial, TIAA 403(b) Retirement plan including free onsite financial planning and advising, Employee Assistance Program through Supportlinc, Zagfit Wellness program with access to GU’s onsite fitness center and Spokane Transit Authority (STA) bus passes. Additionally, full-time (40 hours per week) staff employees accrue 4 hours of sick time per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week), vacation time starting at 5 hours per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week) and 17 paid holidays. Additional benefits such as Long Term Disability and Tuition Waivers are available after the first year of employment.