380.30 Ratio Christi Application

Please fill out all the required fields and attachments as listed in the form below.


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Volunteer?


If you are only interested in assisting Ratio Christi in a support role volunteer capacity, please submit our Volunteer Application instead of the one below. 

However, if you are applying as a volunteer Chapter Director (or assistant director), you should use the main application below. 

Date*
Name*
Please use the same email address when completing forms, as it will be your user ID in our system.
Is this application for an international position?*
Address*
Address (international)

Address and other information was already provided in the Phase A (background check) portion of the application.

If unsure, leave blank.
Position Type*
Compensation*
Time*
Date Available
Have you ever worked for Ratio Christi?*
Are you married?*
Spouse's Name*
Do you have children?*
Upload your resume or CV
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If you have already submitted this to Ratio Christi it is NOT necessary to resend.
Upload a digital picture of yourself
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High resolution passport style photograph; head and shoulders. If you do not have a digital picture available currently, please have one taken and send to aaronmarshall@ratiochristi.org.
How did you find out about this position?

International Address, Contact Information

Address
Are you a citizen of the country listed above?*

Emergency Contact Information

Address and other information was already provided in the Phase A (background check) portion of the application.

Emergency Contact*
Emergency Contact Address*

Education

Ratio Christi may request some or all institutions to send an official transcript of academic work to Ratio Christi. Individuals who have not yet completed an undergraduate degree might also have to include their high school or GED transcript. After submitting your initial application we will notify you which institutions (if any) we need to obtain transcripts from. The applicant will then request each institution to send official transcript directly to Ratio Christi staff. If transcripts are sent to you, submit an official unopened copy to Ratio Christi. Use the transcript request form provided by each institution from which you need to obtain records.

Mail transcripts to: Ratio Christi, Attn: HR, 2150 Elmwood Avenue STE 2, Lafayette, IN 47904

Or Scan and Email to: alicia@ratiochristi.org

Did you graduate?*
Attended to/Graduated*

List your highest earned academic degree (and/or professional license), so we may contact them to verify your education.

Attended from*
To*
Did you graduate?*
Do you have other higher education to list?*
Attended from
To
Did you graduate?
Do you have other higher education to list?
Attended from
To
Did you graduate?

Employment

Please list your previous employers within the past 5 years, so we may contact them for employment verification.

Supervisor Name*
Employed From*
To*
May we contact your previous supervisor for a reference?*
Do you have other employment to list?*
Supervisor Name
Employed From
To
May we contact your previous supervisor for a reference?
Do you have other employment to list?*
Supervisor Name
Employed From
To
May we contact your previous supervisor for a reference?

Military Service

Have you served in the military?*
Joined
Discharge Date*

Thank you for your service to our country!

Languages

Is English your first language?*

380.40 BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

380.41 Spiritual Background

In a paragraph or two explain why you believe serving with Ratio Christi is in line with God’s direction to Christians in general and to you in particular. Explain how you have been prepared, the biblical command and authority of the task, and how the Holy Spirit has specifically enabled you to perform this type of ministry.

380.42 Ministry / Leadership Experience

380.80 MORAL CONVICTIONS QUESTIONNAIRE

The following is Ratio Christi's policy regarding moral convictions:

As a ministry we must evaluate the moral character of applicants in light of the biblical standards of sexual purity. Any breach of these standards may affect the timing of one's acceptance for the ministry, and their future work in the ministry.

The Bible makes it clear that we should avoid sexual immorality (I Thess. 4:3-6). Being “above reproach” and “having a good reputation” are two of the qualifications for spiritual leadership listed in 1 Tim. 3. In light of this, Ratio Christi is highly concerned about the area of moral purity for our missionary/apologists. Ratio Christi is committed to creating an environment where each of our missionary/apologist is walking in sexual purity. It is critical for each contractor to exhibit strong convictions and a lifestyle consistent with biblical standards.

A past problem in this area does not necessarily disqualify you, provided: 1) it can be determined that convictions are strong and consistent with Scripture, and 2) a sufficient “time-tested” track record of freedom has been established. The information that you share with us will be treated confidentially and will be seen only by an individual directly involved with your application process. Though sexually moral behavior is of critical importance, God is most interested in renewing and changing our hearts. Thus, it is important for us to consider the issue of grace and the issues of the heart. These questions reflect this concern. 

NOTE: Because of the sensitive nature of these questions, you may prefer to discuss your answers on the phone with someone of the same sex. If so, please indicate your desire for a phone interview. Otherwise, complete each question thoroughly.

Phone call requested*
(Unmarried applicants only) Are you currently dating?*
In the past 3 years, have you had any incident with a member of the opposite sex which would not be considered “above reproach”? (ex: petting, sexual intercourse, extramarital involvement, oral sex, etc.)*
If single: Have you dated other men/women since the last occurrence?
In the past three years, have you had any struggles with pornography?*
Have you ever been involved in any homosexual experiences (including thought life, temptations, behavior)?*
Are you currently having any struggles in the moral area of your life such as habitual impure thought life, homosexual desires, difficulty applying your guidelines and convictions, etc.?*

380.62 Consent Form for Drug Testing

I, , have been made aware and understand that Ratio Christi may require drug testing as part of the pre-employment process and/or randomly during my engagement with Ratio Christi as a contractor.

I do hereby voluntarily consent to the sampling and submission for testing of my urine for the purposes of screening for the presence of illegal drugs as required by Ratio Christi at such time as they deem appropriate.


I also understand that refusal on my part to comply with such request and to supply the necessary samples in a reasonable and timely manner or producing a confirmed positive test result for the presence of illegal drugs may result in failure to execute my contract or my existing contract with Ratio Christi to be terminated immediately.

I authorize disclosure of the drug test results by and between the testing laboratory and Ratio Christi. I understand that the results of the urinalysis will be available to me as soon as possible after receipt by the Ratio Christi.

This is a legally binding agreement that I have read and understand and I sign this consent form as my own free act.

Applicant's Name in Print*
Date*
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382.00 FINANCIAL

382.20 Financial Information Agreement

For non-compensated Chapter Directors 

Read carefully all of the following:

Statements of Compliance with State and Federal Requirements

Ratio Christi and IRS Rules*

I acknowledge that in accordance with IRS rules, all money raised by the Ratio Christi staff and contractors will be the property of Ratio Christi. All money will be expended according to the guidelines established by Ratio Christi. Should there be a change of status in the relationship between Ratio Christi and a worker/contractor; the worker/contractor may make no claim to the money raised for Ratio Christi, nor may the donors request a refund.


I acknowledge that CHECKS SHOULD BE MADE PAYABLE TO RATIO CHRISTI. MINISTRY PARTNERS ARE GIVING TO RATIO CHRISTI, NOT TO AN INDIVIDUAL APOLOGIST/MISSIONARY/CHAPTER. If a ministry partner inadvertently makes a check payable to the apologist/missionary the apologist/missionary should sign the back of the check and write the following language under his/her signature--PAY TO RATIO CHRISTI / DEPOSIT ONLY. Then forward the check to Ratio Christi with paperwork designating the check to the proper support account. Ratio Christi will send a receipt for the donation to the ministry partner. 

Refund Policy*

I acknowledge that Ratio Christi is classified by the IRS as a 501c3 non-profit organization and because of that there are many regulations that govern what we can do, and what we cannot do. Some of them relate to how we handle gifts from our ministry partners. Under their rules, all contributions given to the ministry must be given without expectation of a refund. In order for charitable gifts to be tax-deductible for our ministry partners, those gifts must be unconditional and cannot be given exclusively for the use of an apologist/missionary/chapter. This means that the ministry must exercise full control over the use of the money. As a result, this also means that we are not able to refund donations after they have been receipted, unless there is clear evidence of an error. This policy is not unique to our ministry, for all other 501c3 non-profit organizations are required to comply with these regulations.

Contractors will meet all federal and state guidelines related to fundraising.*

I acknowledge that it is imperative that all workers/contractors abide by all federal, state and local laws pertaining to fundraising and the payment of taxes.

 

Chapter Account*

I acknowledge that the term "Chapter Account" is an accounting term which means a specific number (in a chart of accounts) to monitor the funds an apologist/worker/contractor raises for Ratio Christi and Ratio Christi’s expenses for operations and expenses for a chapter/club. All contributions, whether they are personal property, real property or cash, shall be the sole property of Ratio Christi. Ratio Christi maintains ownership of all funds.

Worker/Contractor Status:*

I acknowledge that Ratio Christi worker/apologists are volunteers according to IRS regulations and are in no way considered employees of Ratio Christi, and that as volunteers they will have to abide by all applicable laws and regulations.

 


I hereby state that I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING INFORMATION AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS THEREOF AND AGREE TO THE TERMS IN #’S 1 THROUGH 5 ABOVE AS MY OWN FREE ACT. This is a legally binding agreement that I have read and understand.

Applicant's Name in Print*
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Date*

382.20 Financial Information Agreement

For paid (part time or full time) Supported Missionaries including Chapter Directors and Community Apologists 


Read carefully all of the following:


Statements of Compliance with State and Federal Requirements

Financial Information Articles

1. I have read the Entire: Handbook for Ratio Christi Supported Missionary Program.
2. I have read the “Contributions Procedures” Section of the above Handbook.
3. I have read the “Contractor Agreement” example in the above Handbook.
4. I have read the 2 page summary titled “Gifts to Support Individual Nonprofit Workers, A Summary of U.S. Tax Issues” by Gregg Capin CPA – Capin Crouse LLP, Certified Public Accountants (RC Section 390.01)
5. I have read the “Tax Guide for, Churches and Religious Organizations, Benefits and Responsibilities Under the Federal Tax Law” by the Internal Revenue Service (29 pages) (RC Section 390.02)
6. I have read the 3 page “Deputized Fund-Raising” memo by Dan Busby (RC Section 390.03)
7. I have read the 2 page excerpt titled “Excerpted from 2003 IRS Exempt Organization CPE, Topic D, Employment Tax Update – Review of Current Litigation” by Debra Kawecki and Leonard Henzke (RC Section 390.04)
8. I have read the “2010 Mission Administration & Finance Conference: Orlando, Florida, February 13, 2010: Funding Missionary Ministries Accountability and Tax Compliance Issues” by Gregg Capin, CPA, Partner, CapinCrouse LLP (42 pages) (RC Section 390.05)
9. I have read the “IRS Deputized Fundraising Letter” (RC Section 390.06)

If you have not read any of the foregoing documents please do so prior to the final interview with Ratio Christi.

If you do not have any of the foregoing documents please contact Ratio Christi (alicia@ratiochristi.org) and it will be provided to you.

10. Ratio Christi and IRS Rules*

I acknowledge that in accordance with IRS rules, all money raised by the Ratio Christi staff and contractors will be the property of Ratio Christi. All money will be expended according to the guidelines established by Ratio Christi. Should there be a change of status in the relationship between Ratio Christi and a contractor; the contractor may make no claim to the money raised for Ratio Christi, nor may the donors request a refund.


I acknowledge that CHECKS SHOULD BE MADE PAYABLE TO RATIO CHRISTI. MINISTRY PARTNERS ARE GIVING TO RATIO CHRISTI, NOT TO AN INDIVIDUAL APOLOGIST/MISSIONARY. If a ministry partner inadvertently makes a check payable to the apologist/missionary the apologist/missionary should sign the back of the check and write the following language under his/her signature--PAY TO RATIO CHRISTI, DEPOSIT ONLY. Then forward the check to Ratio Christi with paperwork designating the check to the proper support account. Ratio Christi will send a receipt for the donation to the ministry partner. 

11. Refund Policy*

I acknowledge that Ratio Christi is classified by the IRS as a 501c3 non-profit organization and because of that there are many regulations that govern what we can do, and what we cannot do. Some of them relate to how we handle gifts from our ministry partners. Under their rules, all contributions given to the ministry must be given without expectation of a refund. In order for charitable gifts to be tax-deductible for our ministry partners, those gifts must be unconditional and cannot be given exclusively for the use of an apologist/missionary. This means that the ministry must exercise full control over the use of the money. As a result, this also means that we are not able to refund donations after they have been receipted, unless there is clear evidence of an error. This policy is not unique to our ministry, for all other 501c3 non-profit organizations are required to comply with these regulations. 

12. Contractors will meet all federal and state guidelines related to fundraising.

I acknowledge that it is imperative that all contractors abide by all federal, state and local laws pertaining to fundraising and the payment of taxes. 

 

13. Support Account

I acknowledge that the term "Support Account" is an accounting term which means a specific number (in a chart of accounts) to monitor the funds an apologist/missionary raises for Ratio Christi and Ratio Christi’s expense in paying that individual's compensation and expenses. All contributions, whether they are personal property, real property or cash, shall be the sole property of Ratio Christi. Ratio Christi maintains ownership of all funds. No funds are actually set-aside in any support account. All funds are used within the general fund of Ratio Christi. All expense and contribution reports that apologist/missionaries receive are support account entries to show them how their fundraising compares to Ratio Christi’s expense for their contracted services. 

14. Contractor Status:*

I acknowledge that Ratio Christi missionary/apologists are contractors according to IRS regulations and are in no way considered employees of Ratio Christi, and that as contractors they will have to abide by all applicable laws and regulations. 

15. Taxes*

I acknowledge that each contractor will be responsible for his/her own taxes in accordance with IRS, state and local rules. At the request of the contractor, Ratio Christi will place a percentage of the semimonthly draws into a special (liability) account to be held for paying taxes and tax deposits. These funds will be released to the contractor on a quarterly schedule determined by Ratio Christi. Ratio Christi will try to help provide forms for use by the contractor and instructions for general IRS compliance, but Ratio Christi is in no way responsible for these items and compliance. 

 


I hereby state that I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING INFORMATION AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS THEREOF AND AGREE TO THE TERMS IN #’S 10 THROUGH 15 ABOVE AS MY OWN FREE ACT. This is a legally binding agreement that I have read and understand.

Contractor Name in Print
Date
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382.30 Fundraising

Are you aware that in addition to funding provided by the universities, Ratio Christi chapters must often raise additional financial support for the operations and business expenses for for running their university Ratio Christi chapter?*
Are you willing to initiate with people and ask them to join the chapter financial partnership team (through letters, phone calls, and setting up appointments)?*

382.30 Fundraising

Are you aware that Ratio Christi contractors must raise financial support for their compensation package and for business expenses for fundraising and for running their university Ratio Christi chapter?*
Are you willing to initiate with people and ask them to join the chapter financial partnership team (through letters, phone calls, and setting up appointments)?*
Are you willing to commit yourself to spending the majority of your time at the beginning of you assignment working on your financial support?*

383.00 Marriage Questionnaire

Are you married?

If yes, please fill out the following Marriage Questionnaire. If no, you may skip this section.

When were you married?*
Do you agree with the following statement? Marriage is a covenantal relationship between one man and one woman only.*
Have you ever been divorced, separated, or had an annulment?*

383.00 Marriage Questionnaire

Do you agree with the following statement? Marriage is a covenantal relationship between one man and one woman only.*
Have you ever been divorced, separated, or had an annulment?*

383.30 Former Marriage Questionnaire

You only need to fill out this questionnaire if you answered "Yes" to ever having been divorced, separated, or had an annulment. If not, you may skip this section.


On your application you indicated that you have at some point had a divorce or an annulment of marriage. A divorce in one’s past does not necessarily disqualify him/her from participating with Ratio Christi. Please understand that Ratio Christi is grace based ministry. There are other Ratio Christi leaders who have experienced divorce. However, in light of the Bible’s qualifications for leadership and injunctions on divorce, we must take into consideration the effect that divorce might have on a missionary/apologist.


Before we can proceed with a decision regarding your application, we must receive additional information from you. We recognize the confidential nature of this information; therefore, we will only allow access to those persons directly involved in a decision.


NOTE: Because of the sensitive nature of these questions, you may prefer to discuss your answers over the phone. If this is your desire please complete only the first question to indicate your preference below.

Phone call requested?*
When did the separation from your former spouse occur?*
When was the divorce or annulment mentioned in your application finalized?*
Have all agreements (e.g., child support, alimony, etc.) made by you at the time of the divorce been honored?*
Do you have continuing financial obligations?*
Were you a Christian at the time of the annulment/divorce?*

383.20 Spousal Consent Form

Ratio Christi considers a husband and wife to be a team. Committing to be in Ratio Christi campus and/or community ministry will involve significant commitment and lifestyle alterations that will affect the entire family of a Ratio Christi missionary/apologist. We also acknowledge that a person’s first ministry is to their spouse and family. To make such a decision it is imperative that there is unity between the spouses and that both believe that this is a wise decision and in line with the Lord’s direction in their lives. Therefore, spouses must be in agreement as to their involvement as an apologist/missionary team in the Ratio Christi ministry.


Please have your spouse see the spousal consent form at this link (http://ratiochristi.org/partners/employment/application/spousal-consent-383-20), sign, and submit.

383.50 SELF EVALUATION QUESTIONNAIRE:

This form is an opportunity for you to tell us what you know and how you feel about yourself. In each of the following areas, please mark the box that you feel most accurately describes where you are at this point. Please select only one checkbox per row. The questions under the boxes can be answered briefly in a sentence or two.

Christian Discipleship*
Christian Discipleship
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Consistent walk with Christ
Evidence of Spirit empowered life
Knowledge of the Bible
Knowledge and engagement in the area of defending and providing answers for your faith
Consistent engagement in Bible reading/study and prayer
Fruitful witness for Christ
Relationship with Others*
Relationship with Others
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Ability to communicate
Ability to develop relationships
Ability to confront
Tactfulness
Sensitivity to the needs/feelings of others
Team player/servant attitude
Respected by others
Dynamic Determination*
Dynamic Determination
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Self-discipline
Decisiveness/follow-through
Conscientiousness
Perseverance
Intellectual Flexibility*
Intellectual Flexibility
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Common sense & judgment
Flexibility
Adaptability
Teachability
Character Development*
Character Development
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Overall integrity
Demonstrated ability to lead others
Ability to follow
Responds positively to authority
Trustworthiness
Emotional Well-Being*
Emotional Well-Being
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Self-image
Self-perception (knows strengths and weaknesses)
Freedom from worry, anxiety
Ability to tolerate ambiguity
Leadership*
Leadership
  Not Known Poor Below Average Average Above Average Excellent
Potential ability to lead others
Demonstrated ability to lead
Organize events and projects
Manage and motivate others
Take on responsibility
Other*
Other
  Easy Becoming Easier Difficult
I am comfortable in situations where I have little or no control.
I adequately deal with situations that demand I adjust quickly.
I am willing to approach tasks in new and different ways.
I modify my communication style to better communicate with the audience
I interact and work with people regardless of differences
I demonstrate a willingness to serve others
I am open to receive help and insight from others

Thank you for providing us with this information!

I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

If this application leads to being approved as a contractor, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my release.

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Ratio Christi does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, handicap, or veteran status. 

If you have any questions, please contact Ratio Christi at alicia@ratiochristi.org.

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