DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
(FULL TIME)

First United Methodist Church of Madisonville, Kentucky, a dynamic, missional 1000-member congregation, seeks a faithful professional for the position of Director of Children’s Ministries.   This is a full-time, salaried ministry position that is designed to implement the mission of First United Methodist Church by coordinating the planning and implementation of a comprehensive children’s ministry for the congregation and community. The Director of Children’s Ministries will oversee all aspects of ministry with children from birth to 5th grade.

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The qualified candidate should have degree from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent experience. The candidate should also have a vital relationship with Jesus Christ with experience in administration, teaching, and communication with children and families. Candidates should be self-motivated, creative, a team-player, and a team builder with organizational and leadership skills.

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JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Children’s Ministries guides children from birth through 5th grade to have an authentic and growing Christian faith. Through the implementation of developmentally appropriate ministries, outreach events, and programs, the Director of Children’s Ministries will walk alongside of children of families in the church and children of families in the community to invite them to a relationship with Jesus Christ, encourage spiritual development and growth, and foster a connection to the larger church.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $40,000-$42,000 depending on experience and education.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
The Director of Children’s Ministries reports directly to the Associate Pastor for Student Ministries. The Director of Children’s Ministries oversees one part-time position: Nursery Worker.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Sunday leadership: regular leadership presence during the 9:00am (Blended, More Traditional), and 11:00am (Blended, More Contemporary) Worship services, and the 5 pm Bilingual service.

• Oversight of all discipleship ministries with children on Sundays for Sunday School and Children’s Church and on Wednesday evenings throughout the school year.

• Coordinate major children’s ministry events throughout the year (i.e. Vacation Bible School)

• Recruit, train, and spiritually develop children’s ministry volunteers

• Administrative tasks including budgeting and communication for children’s ministry

• Work closely with other Pastors and faith formation staff to support collaboration and the overall mission of the church

• Active involvement in the community and with partnership schools to reach new families.

• Utilize events and programs as a means for outreach to the community.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent experience.

• Experience in ministry with children.

• Ability to work in a cross-cultural and multilingual setting.

LOCATION:

• Madisonville, Kentucky

BENEFITS:

• 16 Paid Time Off Days Annually

• 4% Pension Contributions after 90 days

• Cell Phone Allowance

• Continuing Education Budget

• First UMC does not offer health insurance. 

TO APPLY:

All applicants must send a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and qualifications along with a résumé to jobs.m1umc@gmail.com

All applicants should send their cover letter and résumé by August 31.

To learn more about Madisonville First United Methodist Church, visit www.m1umc.org

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

(PART TIME)

  The Administrative Assistant is a key player in the staff team at Madisonville First United Methodist Church, a dynamic and missional church at center of our community.  The Administrative Assistant performs reception, office, and administrative support tasks to the pastors, church staff & congregation to further the church’s mission.

Job Duties:  

• Greeting guests to the church office, answering the phone, responding to the door bell, answering emails, and providing general reception services.

• Collecting and Recording attendance for worship, Sunday School, and Wednesday Night Alive

• Weekly production of the church bulletin

• Updating membership and database records

• Order materials for office, pastors, staff, and classes as needed

• Interface with individuals requesting assistance or in need of help, and those volunteers helping to provide that assistance

• Provide general assistance to pastors and church staff in completing administrative tasks, making phone calls, sending correspondence, and general communication.

• Help in design, publication, mailing and communication of various print and digital media and communication.

• Prepare financial receipts and documents 

• Other Duties as Assigned 

Job Requirements:   Familiarity with Microsoft Office & General Computer Skills

            Friendly, Able to Work with Diverse People

            Responsible & Self-Starter

            High School Degree or Equivalent

            Familiarity with Church Settings & Faith-Based Work

Anticipated Hours:  Part Time (30 hours/week)

            Mon-Fri 8am-2pm or Mon-Thu 8am-3:30pm 

Pay:  Hourly; $14-$15/hour based on experience/education

How to Apply:  Send your resume and cover letter to jobs.m1umc@gmail.com

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