Director of Children and Family Ministries
POSITION PURPOSE: To make disciples of Jesus Christ through Children and Family Ministries
POSITION STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt
REPORTS TO: Directing Pastor
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POSITION STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt
REPORTS TO: Directing Pastor
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent field of study preferred.
- Minimum three years’ experience in childcare or similar position preferred.
- Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, necessary internet tools, and social media resources.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills in relating to members and diverse community.
- Strong skillset in planning, coordinating, and implementing ministry/programming.
- Ability to effectively supervise others and demonstrate positive accountability to those in authority.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Articulate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and how this relationship shapes living as a disciple.
- Affirm and embrace the mission and vision of Peoria First United Methodist Church.
- Demonstrate personal lifestyle, integrity, and values consistent with visible leadership in the church.
- Commit to work in close, supportive, and collegial ways with pastoral leadership and staff.
POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute comprehensive ministry programs and outreach to children and families.
- Procure quality curricula for children and families in Sunday school and other special programs.
- Recruit and train-equip volunteer-servants in children and family ministries including annual Vacation Bible School, seasonal, and special events.
- Create and manage annual budget including restricted funds relating to children and family ministries.
- Identify all logistical and technology necessary to ensure effective ministry to children and families.
- Design a viable, ongoing, volunteer-driven ministry to children at the Saturday ‘Alive’ worship service.
- Provide full resources, guidance, and support for children and families within the Hispanic community.
- Supervise and evaluate other staff involved in the delivery of children and family ministries.
- Direct all necessary information related to Children and Family Ministries for website, print, intra-church, and community publicity to the Director of Communication.
POSITION ANCILLARY DUTIES:
- Participate in regular team, staff, and leadership meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintenance Manager
POSITION: Maintenance Manager
REPORTS TO: Director of Administration & Facilities
POSITION PURPOSE: Assure cleanliness and safety of facility, equipment, and property
POSITION STATUS: Part-time, Non-Exempt
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REPORTS TO: Director of Administration & Facilities
POSITION PURPOSE: Assure cleanliness and safety of facility, equipment, and property
POSITION STATUS: Part-time, Non-Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Two years of maintenance experience in a business setting preferred
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Follow the church’s mission and staff covenant
- Prioritize and complete tasks in timely manner
- Demonstrate positive accountability to those in authority
- Effectively interact and work with diverse staff and community
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Set up rooms scheduled for various ministries and events
- Inspect building, systems, and equipment regularly for potential issues
- Provide maintenance on equipment and furnishings throughout the facility
- Clean carpeting and tiling on rotation schedule
- Oversee recycling and trash removal efforts
- Assist with grounds keeping and landscaping as needed
- Assist with snow and ice removal at church entrances as needed
- Support staff and members with various needs of ministries and programs