Bethel Seminary
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General Miscellaneous/Other Ministry Positions
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Organization: Wesley Theological Seminary, 4500 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 Position: Director of the Practice of Ministry and Mission Job Description: Wesley seeks a Director of its contextual education program (Practice of Ministry and Mission) to begin no sooner than Jan. 1, 2009 and no later than July 1, 2009. Rank open and determined by qualifications and experience. Tenure track position. The Director of PMM will be expected to work collegially with two assistant directors, faculty, experienced pastoral leaders, and student peer groups. The Director will: Be skilled in working with and training mentors, supervisors and lay learning partners in congregations; Meet with and advise students regarding their ministry placements; Evidence knowledge and openness to developing trends in the church and its ministries; Demonstrate knowledge of United Methodist polity and ordination processes and work with candidates and judicatory leaders in other denominations; Display knowledge of trends, research, and practices in the field of education/ contextual education; Provide administrative leadership and oversight to the PMM program; Show commitment to the life of the church and its ministries; Work effectively in diverse communities; and Demonstrate personal qualities of collegiality, administrative skill, creativity, conflict management, ability to communicate. Candidate Description: Qualifications include: M.Div. degree; Ph.D., Th.D. or Ed.D. preferred; Ordained with experience in pastoral leadership; Experience in contextual education; and Expertise and ability to teach in congregational leadership, practical theology, pastoral practice or related fields. Wesley Theological Seminary is an EOE/AA employer. Candidates interested in applying for this position should contact Dean Bruce C. Birch at the email address listed below or at the street address listed above. A completed dossier will consist of: all graduate transcripts, three reference letters, a complete vita, and a cover letter stating interest and qualifications for the position. Applications will begin to be reviewed in September 2008, and the process will continue until the position is filled. Contact: Dean Bruce C. Birch Email: PMMsearch@wesleyseminary.edu Web: www.wesleyseminary.edu Date Received: 6/10/08 |
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Organization: Mission: Moving Mountains, PO Box 6000, Colorado Springs, CO 80934 Position: Mobilizer - Discipling for Development Job Description: Purpose of position: To discover and encourage individuals whom God is calling into missions service in Discipling for Development. Responsible for: Pro-actively mobilize, follow-up, encourage, facilitate, screen, and assess those interested in serving overseas in the discipleship/development ministry of the Navigators. This includes being as thoroughly acquainted as possible with the opportunities, positions, teams and areas to which missionaries will be sent. Also there will be responsibility for working alongside and networking with those generating leads through churches, organizations, and institutions. The appropriate person will also being involved in the early assessment and orientation of potential missionaries. Candidate Description: This person will need to have demonstrated good people skills and a good telephone presence which will be warm and endearing. She or he should have an assertive tendency, yet be encouraging and have discernment in assessing people’s character. This person will need self discipline and apply skills of computer use or willingness to learn and regularly use a variety of computer programs. To have personal knowledge and experience in a discipling relationship would be a real asset. Characteristics well suited to this position: Team player; People person; Self starter; Assertive; Able to set priorities; Risk taker; Promoter; Energized by people; Capable of managing several contacts and tasks simultaneously; Pray and get results; Discipler. A minimum of 40 hours per week will be necessary. Some of the best work times which are evenings and weekends, will require some flexibility. Contact: Steve Scheller, International Mentor/Personnel Email: steve.scheller@navigators.org Phone: 719-594-2727 or 800-545-7980 Fax: 719-260-0479 Web: www.navigators.org/us/ministries/movingmountains/ Date Received: 6/2/08 |
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Organization: Fort Wilderness, Box 715, McNaughton, WI 54543 Position: Camp Administrator Job Description: This position will require an individual with strong administrative skills that is passionate about fulfilling the mission and values of Fort Wilderness, an independent not for profit Christian camp serving over 8,000 people each year, located in Northern Wisconsin. Primary responsibilities will include managing all aspects of the day-to-day “in-camp” operations including programming, operations, and the relational activities of employees in those areas. The Camp Administrator will coordinate and administrate the camp operation under the leadership of the Executive Director, pursuant to the policies defined by the Board of Directors. Candidate Description: Must be a Christian who is a team player. A business or management degree and experience in Christian camping, or another type of not-for-profit organization, are preferable. Additionally, several years of work experience where administrative skills have been developed and where customer service and interaction have been a priority, is also important. The successful candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and creative in problem solving. Excellent communication and people skills are also necessary to assure that the Program and Operations teams are working in synch with the overall organization. Finally, a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel would be beneficial. Contact: Tom Robertson, Executive Director of Fort Wilderness Phone: 1-800-338-3678 Email: tomrob@fortwilderness.com Web: www.fortwilderness.com Date Received: 5/9/08 |
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Organization: Fort Wilderness, Box 715, McNaughton, WI 54543 Position: Operations Team Leader Job Description: Fort Wilderness is looking for someone to oversee the physical operations of camp. We are seeking applicants who fit the following: Skill Set: Able to fulfill Fort’s purpose using Fort’s core values (relationship building, God’s Word, adventure programs and the wilderness setting); Administrative mindset, adaptable, problem-solver; Has a strong and evident walk with God; Clear verbal/written/computer/listening skills; Dependable, good judgment, initiative-taker, can form relationships easily, team player, organized, asks tough questions; Basic familiarity with all aspects of building: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, building maintenance and vehicles/machinery. Responsible for: Promote stewardship of physical resources at Fort Mentor & develop people; Set a strong spiritual tone for staff and campers; Oversee the physical well being of camp, (Manage the physical plant that any Fort Wilderness camper or staff person uses, including Main Camp, Lab, Outpost, and all Fort properties); Oversee ordering of all maintenance supplies; Promote long-term management/maintenance of buildings and vehicles; Recruit volunteers to serve; Develop and maintain relationships with them; Prepare for and lead regular meetings with Team Members; Develop unity; Evaluate Team Members Annually: Construction, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Vehicles; Schedule Vacations and Days Off for Team; Make staffing recommendations as part of the Leadership Team to the Executive Director; Be fiscally responsible and timely in budgeted areas. Contact: Craig Holmquist, Director of Advancement at Fort Wilderness Phone: 800.338.3678 Email: craighol@fortwilderness.com Web: www.fortwilderness.com Date Received: 5/9/08 |
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Organization: Standards of Excellence in Short-Term Mission (SOE), PO Box 123, Brownwood, TX 76804 Position: Executive Director Job Description: The Executive Committee of the Standards of Excellence in Short-Term Mission (SOE) is conducting a search for candidates for a full-time support-based position as Executive Director of the SOE. OVERALL OBJECTIVE: Responsibility and authority to lead the SOE to achieve organizational stated ends (vision and mission), within the context of stated limits, multi-year plans, and approved policies. IMMEDIATE TASK: Begin the personal support discovery process, and as soon as possible relocate SOE’s business office, office equipment, and all other details needed to have a fully functioning SOE business office such as post office, phone number, bank, etc. ONGOING RESPONSIBILITIES: Marketing/Promotion/Recruiting Members; Membership Management; Website Development and Maintenance; Fundraising; Financial Management; Strategic Development; and Office Management and Oversight. All inquiries should be addressed to Jill Carver at the address listed above. All inquiries should be postmarked by June 15, 2008. Contact: Jill Carver Phone: 1-866-763-8221 Fax: 1-501-648-0655 Email: jill@stmstandards.org Web: www.stmstandards.org Date Received: 5/9/08 |
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Organization: Intervarsity Great Lakes East Region Position: Western Michigan Area Director Job Description: Intervarsity is an evangelical campus mission serving more than 35,000 students and faculty on more than 560 college and university campuses nationwide. Incorporated in 1941, Intervarsity has a rich tradition of campus witness, thoughtful discipleship, and a concern for world missions. Overall, the work encompasses a variety of campuses and contextualized ministries, so the opportunities for influence are significant, while flexibility and adaptability are crucial. Identified strengths of the area include a highly connected and functioning staff team; strong commitment to student leadership indicated by production of numerous staff members; presence of supportive churches and a diversity of campuses, students and ministries. Currently, Intervarsity is present on the following campuses: Western Michigan University-Multiple Chapters; Kalamazoo College; Hope College; Grand Valley State University; Calvin College; Ferris State University; Grand Rapids Community College; and Kendall College of Art and Design. Candidate Description: To be most effective, the Area Director in Western Michigan will be the one who energetically identifies, communicates and motivates others to embrace and implement a vision for growth. The ideal candidate will provide direction, train and mobilize staff to us their strengths in developing and growing their particular ministries qualitatively and quantitatively while building an atmosphere of accountability. They will be the face of the area internally with staff and volunteers, within the region and to constituents including alumni, and the broader Christian community. In order to serve these ministries and develop new initiatives, the qualified candidate will be motivated and gifted to: Maintain team unity across a fairly large geographic area; Coach and shepherd staff professionally and personally; Support, manage and hold staff accountable through effective communication; Assist in developing funding streams for current and prospective staff; Hire and maintain the right staff to sustain the current work, serve more campuses and reach the area’s potential. Education: Bachelor degree required; seminary or graduate degree preferred. Location: Ideally Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo. Contact: Rick Heltne, Senior Search Consultant, People Management International Phone: 952-841-7223 Email: rheltne@peoplemanagement.org Date Received: 5/2/08 |
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Organization: InterVarsity Great Lakes West Region, Downstate Illinois Division Position: Downstate Illinois West Area Director Job Description: InterVarsity is an evangelical campus mission serving more than 35,000 students and faculty on more than 560 college and university campuses nationwide. Incorporated in 1941, InterVarsity has a rich tradition of campus witness, thoughtful discipleship, and a concern for world missions. Poised for development and growth, the Downstate Illinois West Area offers an exciting opportunity for the next Area Director. The current staff members are enthusiastic about their ministry and eager to be led, nurtured and developed. Additionally, there are several colleges and universities where people have expressed interest in starting InterVarsity chapters. Currently, InterVarsity is present on the following campuses: Knox College, Western Illinois University, Augustana College, and Millikin University. Overall, the work encompasses a variety of campuses and contextualized ministries, so the opportunities for influence are significant, while flexibility and the ability to travel are important. Candidate Description: In order to effectively fulfill the role of Area Director, the right candidate must be gifted, skilled and motivated in five critical effectiveness factors: Leading with vision and strategy to advance the mission; Supervising staff with coaching, pastoral care and management skills; Funding the mission and networking in the community; Leading and building a healthy mission-focused team; Recruiting and selecting quality campus staff workers. Secondary Abilities & Experience: Administration; Financial Oversight & Management; Teaching & training; Evangelism; Cross-cultural skills; Team player. Education: Bachelor degree required; seminary or graduate degree preferred. Location: Would like AD to live in Springfield or Peoria, Illinois. Contact: Rick Heltne, Senior Search Consultant, People Management International Phone: 952-841-7223 Email: rheltne@peoplemanagement.org Date Received: 5/2/08 |
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Organization: Direct Action and Research Training (DART) Center Job Description: The Direct Action & Research Training (DART) Center is currently accepting resumes from alums and spring graduating students interested in social and economic justice issues for their paid, four-month community organizing training program known as the DART Organizers Institute. The DART Center has built non-partisan community organizations throughout the country that have won important improvements on a broad set of issues affecting low-moderate income people including: Education reform in low-performing public schools; Job Training; Drugs and Violence; Affordable Housing; Criminal Recidivism; Neighborhood Revitalization, etc. The DART Organizers Institute starts June 15, 2008 and combines a 7-day classroom with 15-week field training. Organizer Trainees will learn such things as: Entering a community; Identifying and training local leaders; Strategic planning and issue cutting; Relationship and community building; Direct Action on community issues; Fundraising. Graduates from the DART Organizers Institute have gone onto accept Executive Director and Associate Community Organizing positions throughout the country. We continue to train the best of those working to build the power of low-moderate income neighborhoods to win victories on important issues in their community. To apply, students must send an updated resume and completed application to: Ben MacConnell, the Recruitment Director before March 17, 2008. Contact: Ben MacConnell, Recruitment Director Phone: 785-841-2680 Email: institute@thedartcenter.org Web: www.thedartcenter.org Date Received: 3/7/08 |
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Organization: Slavic Gospel Association, Loves Park, IL Position: Staff Accountant Job Description: Responsibilities: Provide accurate and timely processing of general accounting, planned giving, budget, financial reporting, audit functions, and supervision of the accounts payable function for the SGA Loves Park, Illinois office. SGA has been serving evangelical churches in the former Soviet Union since 1934. Our founder, Peter Deyneka SR., was a Belarussian immigrant with a vision of bringing the Gospel to his own people. Today, SGA serves national churches in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan-- training pastors and lay leaders; supporting national church-planting missionaries; providing Bibles, Christian books, audio and videotapes; and supplying humanitarian aid. Candidate Description: Mature believer, harmony with SGA purpose and beliefs; Four-year degree in accounting; Minimum two years experience preferred; Must have advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; Takes Initiative, able to handle multiple projects; Must have a passion for ministry and a servant heart; Good people skills with strong written and verbal communication skills; Must be willing to work in a team environment. Contact: Cindy Beaumont Phone: 815-282-8900 Email: info@sga.org Web: www.sga.org Date Received: 2/12/08 |
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Church: Hidden Valley Community Church, 605 Bennett Road, Dodgeville, WI 53533 Position: Connections Director Job Description: A. Develop a fully functioning Small Group System with the goal of having enough groups at HVCC for every single attender B. Develop a ministry involvement system that feeds volunteers into the core ministries of HVCC with the goal of 100% of all members involved in ministry C. Develop a team of people to start a "fun" ministry at HVCC with the goal of at least one age specific fun event per month in the calendar year. D. Supervise the Greeting Ministry with the goal of having each new person greeted between 6-8 times per Sunday and creating WOW experiences for first time attenders. Candidate Description: We're looking for an extrovert that loves to build teams and recruit. Contact: Brian Rudesill Phone: 608-930-4822 Email: hiddenv@mhtc.net Web: www.hiddenv.com Date Received: 1/29/08 |
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