JOB OPENINGS

POSITION PURPOSE:  Provide oversight of Missions and Community Ministries

POSITION STATUS:  Full-Time, Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Directing Pastor
 
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum associate degree in related field of study preferred.
• Minimum three years’ experience managing staff, volunteers, and program budgets in a church or non-profit setting preferred.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, internet, and social media resources.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills in relating to diverse membership and community.
• Strong skillset in planning, coordinating, and scheduling ministry/programs.

• Ability to demonstrate positive accountability to those in authority.

 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Articulate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and how this shapes living as His disciple.
• Affirm and embrace the mission and vision of Peoria First United Methodist Church.
• Demonstrate personal lifestyle and values that are consistent with spiritual leadership.
• Commit to work in close, supportive, and collegial ways with pastoral leadership and staff.

 
POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide oversight of the Missions and Community Ministries teams including Loaves & Fish,
• Lincoln School Buddy Ministries, Morton Square Soccer, Benevolence, and Transportation.
• Serve as liaison between staff members and the Missions and Community Ministry teams.
• Perform regular analysis of each Community Ministry for best serving local needs.
• Coordinate member volunteers and outside churches/organizations to serve in community ministries.
• Oversee procurement of food and hygiene items for Loaves & Fish food and hygiene pantries.
• Establish relationship with walk-ins from community during Sunday Worship and other church events.
• Serve as liaison between the church and other non-profit and government organizations.

 
POSITION ANCILLARY DUTIES:

• Participate in regular team, staff, and leadership meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.