[SVOTS Communications / YONKERS, NY] — St Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary (SVOTS) is seeking applications for its next president, aiming to have the new leader in place by the summer of 2025. Academic Dean Dr Ionuț-Alexandru Tudorie will continue to serve as Interim President throughout the search process.
The Rt Rev. Archimandrite Jeremy Davis, Executive Chair of the Board of Trustees, said, “We are so grateful to Dr Tudorie for his humble leadership during this time of transition and his exemplary care and concern for students and employees at St Vladimir's. We trust that the seminary's Christ-centered, student-focused, and education-driven work will continue to be carried forward carefully and prayerfully under his stewardship.”
His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon chairs the president search committee, whose distinguished members each contribute unique expertise to the process:
- Archimandrite Jeremy Davis, Trustee
- Very Rev. Dr Philip LeMasters, Trustee
- Dr Ana Iltis, Trustee
- Dr Carla Thomas, Trustee
- Dr Peter Bouteneff, Faculty
- Rev. Dr Vitaly Permiakov, Faculty
St Vladimir’s Seminary serves as a pan-Orthodox graduate institution under the canonical jurisdiction of the Orthodox Church in America dedicated to preparing future priests and church leaders. The seminary's programs hold accreditation from the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) in the United States and Canada and are registered with the New York State Education Department.
The president must be an Eastern Orthodox clergyman and will be expected to provide visionary leadership and collaborate closely with the Board of Trustees, faculty, and staff to advance the seminary’s educational mission. As its chief executive officer, the new president will oversee all administrative functions, ensure effective financial management, and promote the seminary's mission within the broader Orthodox community and beyond. Key responsibilities will also include fostering a vibrant Orthodox Christian culture on campus, supporting the pastoral care of students and staff, and enhancing the seminary's visibility through advocacy and relationship-building with donors and partners.
Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for this significant position can be sent to presidential.search@svots.edu. Applications received by November 30 will receive priority consideration; applications received after that date will be considered until the position has been filled. Candidates should submit a letter of interest highlighting their qualifications, along with a current curriculum vitae and the contact information of at least four references. All communications will be held in strict confidence.
For more information about St Vladimir’s Seminary, please visit our website at www.svots.edu.
