Childrens Ministry Director Position Available In Houston, Alabama

Children’s Ministry Director First United Methodist Church 1380 West Main Street, Dothan, AL 36301 DIRECTOR

OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

First United Methodist ChurchDothan, Alabama Job Type:

Full-time, salaried position

Supervisor:

Executive Pastor Position Overview:

The primary responsibility for the Director of Children’s Ministry is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The Director will recruit, develop, equip, and lead all aspects of children’s ministries. As a committed follower of Jesus Christ and spiritual leader, the Director will lead children, parents, Children’s Ministry staff members, and volunteers to glorify God and strengthen their faith through children’s ministry. The Director should use his/her spiritual gifts, education, and experiences to lead in creative ways which encourages the church to grow beyond its existing ministries. The Director should act in a professional manner that is honoring to Jesus Christ and FUMC Dothan. The Director should also be supportive of Wesleyan Theology.

Principal Duties:

Provide overall leadership, recruitment, training, & direction with children’s ministries Supervise and direct Children’s Ministry Team staff members Recruit, develop, and equip children’s ministry volunteers for Children’s Worship, Sunday School, Sunday evening programming, and Wednesday night programming, etc. Develop and lead children into being a lifelong disciple of Jesus Christ Work with the Children’s Team to plan, schedule, and prepare new and ongoing programs, ministries, and activities for children Collaborate regularly with program staff members to plan events and facilitate a seamless transition from children’s ministry Communicate frequently with parents to keep them informed about children’s activities, projects, programs, etc. Collaborate with the Director of Communications to publicize programs and events in church publications and on the church website Become proficient with Planning Center, Church Center, and Arena database software Attend weekly staff meetings and other collaborative meetings with staff members Implement themes of faith formation and provide curriculum for this implementation Plan and direct Vacation Bible School, special events, children’s retreat, and other faith formation opportunities Collaborate with music ministries staff, including the Children’s choir coordinator about the music needs of children’s ministry Collaborate with the Childcare Ministry Coordinator on programming needs and the Weekday Children’s Ministry director on weekday chapel and other opportunities Develop and submit an annual budget request for children’s ministries to the finance director Operate within the children’s ministry budget Abide by & enforce Safe Sanctuaries policies of FUMC Ensure accurate record-keeping of attendance for all groups associated with children’s ministries Participate in churchwide programs and events Be available to staff and church members by maintaining regular office hours as well as returning phone calls & emails Work with the Harbor on children’s ministry outreach events Other opportunities that may be assigned by the Executive Pastor, Senior Pastor, and/or

Clergy Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• Children’s ministry experience (preferred)
• Background Check (required)
• Drug Test (required)

Staff Expectations & Working Environment:

The Children’s Ministry Director, along with all employees of First United Methodist Church, is expected to:

• Behave in a manner that brings honor to Christ and the church.
• Be supportive of United Methodist theology.
• Participate as a team player with the rest of the church staff.

To apply, please contact: Rev. Matt Langford Executive Pastor matt@fumcdothan.org | 334-437-3931

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Dothan, AL 36301 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Dothan, AL 36301: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person