Jobs

Required Skill Sets:

• Graphic design
• Photography
• Videography
• Fluent use of the Adobe Suite 

Responsible for:

• Gathering/creating content for social media and other platforms
• Writing copy
• Scheduling media for release (social media, podcasts, etc…)
• Identify new ways of taking advantage of digital outlets and trends
• Other responsibilities as needed  

Candidate Will Ideally Possess The Following Qualities:  

• Ability to meet deadlines  
• Strong communication skills  
• Highly organized  
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work both within a team and alone  
• Self-starter  
• Education/work experience in marketing communications

Departmental Duties

• Work with the Pastor of Discipleship to create and implement an age-appropriate ministry and curriculum plan for the discipleship and spiritual formation of 5th & 6th graders and their families. 
• Implement OU’s Safe Sanctuaries policies in all OU 56 programming. 
• Recruit, train, and supervise staff, volunteers, interns, and residents in all areas of OU 56, and lead the effort for Confirmation parents to identify appropriate mentors for their confirmands
• Work with the Pastor of Discipleship to create a vision, plan, and implement annual OU 56 events, camps, retreats, and new programming opportunities.
• Work with Kids Min Program Coordinator and Youth Pastor to create a positive transition for kids moving from 4th grade to 56 Min and from 6th grade to OU Youth
• Schedule/calendar events, including those necessitating childcare, and work with Church Administrator and/or Facilities Staff to secure ministry area needs.
• Work with Pastor of Discipleship and the Missions Ministry Team to engage OU 56 kids in church-wide and age specific mission projects and activities. 
• Collaborate with other ministry department leaders to support church wide programming, worship services or events as needed. 
• Help establish and nurture a relationship with area elementary and intermediate schools. 
• Engage in contact ministry with 56 kids, leaders, and parents, including school visits, ball games, and other social activities.
• Participate in Sunday liturgy and preaching as assigned by the Lead Pastor and Pastor of Discipleship.

Administrative and Financial Duties

• Oversee and manage the budget for OU 56 
• Attend Tuesday alignment meetings, and worship planning. 
• Maintain information databases for 56 Kids, families, and volunteers. 
• Maintain files for all staff, volunteers, interns, and residents working in OU 56. 
• Receive and respond to departmental calls, emails, and volunteer requests. 
• Work with the Communications Team and department staff on website and social media to promote OU 56 activities and news
• Send out weekly or monthly communications regarding OU 56 & family programming, 
• Create web-based registration forms and volunteer registries for OU 56 programming.
• Maintain the resources and rooms for OU 56 Ministry.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a person with the following characteristics:
• Mature Christian faith with strong and proactive leadership skills who is self-aware, competent, and able to work with, equip, and empower staff and volunteers. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for all age levels. 
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize. 
• Adaptable and flexible while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Can handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
• Familiarity with Google Products (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms etc) and social media preferred
• Must be a team player and service-oriented. 

Education & Experiece

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• 2-3 years of working with kids in a school or church setting

• This is a part-time position, 25 hours per week. 
• Days and hours of work are Sunday-Thursday. General office hours are required. 
• This position requires Sunday mornings and some Wednesday evening hours during the school calendar year, along with additional evening and weekend hours for certain events and projects including oversight during all VBS camps and retreats.

General Hours

• Mon, Tues, Thurs  – 8:30-2:30 (with 30 min lunch) = 16.5 hours
• Wed – 1:30-7:30 = 6 hours
• Sunday – a.m. hours will vary each Sunday based on responsibilities = 2.5 hours

56 Gatherings

• Administrative Duties
  • Set up & cleanup for Wednesday night programming
  • Purchase/pick up needed supplies 
  • Organize materials
  • Arrange for photographers for programs
  • Collect/organize pictures
  • Manage 56 Instagram
• Relational Duties
  • Be present with kids during program time
  • Lead small group of 56 kids during program time
  • Engage in contact ministry with 56 kids, including school visits, ball games, and other social activities.

56 Events

• Work with 56 Coordinator to plan and administer social events
• Work with 56 Coordinator to plan and administer retreats, events, and milestone events
• Collaborate with Pastor of Discipleship and 56 Coordinator to plan mission activities 
• Assist pastor to children and families with created by God weekend (date TBD)

Candidate Will Ideally Possess The Following Qualities:  

• Mature Christian faith with strong and proactive leadership skills who is self-aware, competent, and able to work with, equip, and empower staff and volunteers. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for all age levels. 
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize. 
• Adaptable and flexible while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Can handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
• Familiarity with Google Products (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms etc) and social media preferred
• Must be a team player and service-oriented.