Work at the Abbey

Current Openings

Seminary Faculty Position: Pastoral Theology & Homiletics

The Graduate School of Theology at Mount Angel Seminary (Saint Benedict, OR) seeks a new faculty member eager to participate in the Seminary’s mission of priestly formation and invites applications for a full-time position in Pastoral Theology & Homiletics, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, to begin August 2025.

Executive Assistant to the President-Rector

Under general supervision, the Executive Assistant provides confidential administrative and clerical support for the President-Rector, his office and associated activities as needed.

Guest Services Assistant

The Guest Services Assistant works for the benefit of the Guesthouse, helping with reservations, answering emails and phone calls. Serves as receptionist in the lobby of the guesthouse, checking in guests and making sure group retreat areas are set up and maintained. Fills in for housekeeping staff during busy times and vacations.

General Job Application

To apply for a position at Mount Angel Abbey, please send your cover letter (and résumé if applicable) to:
Mount Angel Abbey
Attn: Human Resources
1 Abbey Drive
Saint Benedict, OR 97373
Fax: 503-845-3040
hr@mtangel.edu

Download General Job Application

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in the benefit plans at Mount Angel Abbey. Some benefits such as the 401(k) plan, EAP and athletic facilities are available to all employees, regardless of hours worked. The following list outlines some of the benefits presently offered by Mount Angel Abbey.

Medical and Dental Insurance

Mount Angel Abbey offers medical and dental coverage. The medical plan includes prescription and vision coverage and insurance is effective on the first day of the month after date of hire.

Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

The Abbey pays the premium for a life insurance benefit of 1½ times your annual base salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000.

Long Term Disability Insurance

100% employer paid Long Term Disability coverage. This coverage provides up to 60% of your pre-disability earnings for long-term disabilities.

401(k) Retirement Program

Employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan beginning on the date of hire, subject to eligibility rules. Employees may contribute from eligible earnings on a pre-tax basis up to the annual IRS maximum. In addition, the Abbey has the option to make an employer contribution into the plan. This match is discretionary and is subject to change at any time. The 2-year vesting schedule for employer contributions is outlined in the plan documentation.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling for you and your family on issues including relationships, parenting, financial planning, life transitions, child and elder care, and emotional and psychological concerns. Mount Angel Abbey provides this service for all employees. It is completely confidential and available 24 hours a day.

Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts

Our Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts allow employees to pay for eligible expenses using pre-tax dollars. Funds may be used for dependent care and certain out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.

Seminary Educational Benefit

Full-time Abbey employees may take one seminary class for credit or not for credit per semester without charge for tuition upon completion of one year of service. This benefit is prorated for part-time employees.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Mount Angel Abbey is dedicated to supporting programs that create balance between our employees’ work and personal life. PTO provides employees with an opportunity for rest and relaxation and may be used for vacation, sick time, personal business and other similar events. Faculty time off benefits outlined in Faculty Handbook.

Holidays/Holy Days

Mount Angel Abbey observes many National Holidays and additional Church Holy Days. The Employee Handbook outlines specific details. Faculty time off benefits are outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

Other Benefits

Library card for employees and their immediate family members
Employee discount at the bookstore
On-site athletic facility for employees