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Last Entry November 18, 2011

Church: Wooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN
Position: Communications Specialist 
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description:

  1. Research and provide the "stories" and ministry reports that drive the various means of Wooddale Worldwide communication at Wooddale Church. These include written publications, videos, internet and other communications.
  2. Work closely with the Wooddale Worldwide team to review ongoing communications from Global Partners looking for those items that need to be communicated to the wider Wooddale family.
  3. Develop, maintain and oversee the implementation of a communications plan for Wooddale Worldwide using age and life-stage appropriate means for making Wooddale people aware of local and global ministry opportunities and trends, as well as the stories coming from ministries / persons of Wooddale Church. Means will include:

    1. The Wooddale web site
    2. The Wooddale Week and targeted e-mails
    3. Ministry videos and video faith stories for use in Big Groups, Small Groups, children's and youth ministries, and worship
    4. Event or activity promotional materials for Wooddale publications
    5. New tools to connect Wooddalers to Wooddale Global Partners
  4. Facilitate the production of communications items e.g., publications, videos and the Wooddale Worldwide web page, using volunteers, Wooddale staff and outside contractors as needed. Develop a ministry team of volunteers to assist in these productions.
  5. Support the Worship Arts Team and Wooddale Communication Departments by providing Wooddale Worldwide input as required.
  6. Take a lead role in promoting Missions events at Wooddale Church, including Worldwide Week, the Summer Missions Festival and Worldwide fund-raising.
  7. Participate in other pastoral and ministry tasks as assigned by the Pastor, Wooddale Worldwide, the Executive Pastor for Program Ministry, or the Senior Pastor.

Candidate Description

  1. Baccalaureate degree in journalism, communications, or design.
  2. Demonstrated ability to research and document ministry events, circumstances, stories and activities in a manner that can be produced and communicated using varied media forms including printed materials, AV, social media and the internet.
  3. The ability to lead, design and facilitate technical people in designing and producing publications, videos, web communications, and graphics in a timely manner.
  4. An understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of various communications media to communicate to select audiences and situations.
  5. An understanding of or desire to learn cross-cultural and international ministry.
  6. Subscribe to and affirm the Statement of Faith and Covenant of Wooddale Church.
  7. Become and remain a member in good standing of Wooddale Church.
  8. Be a regular participant in public worship at Wooddale Church.

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Contact: Cherie Middleton 
Phone: 952-944-6300 
Email: worldwide@wooddale.org
Web: www.wooddale.org
Date Received: 18 November 2011

Church: CrossPoint Church, Bloomington, MN   
Position: Communication/Administrative Assistant
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: To develop, maintain and update all church related media and communication. To give support to ministry staff and to handle administrative responsibilities. To be a resource for the congregation in the area of church office administration and to help them with their ministry responsibilities.
Job Duties:

  • Coordinate all calendars: church, audio-visual, room requests
  • Administrative support for the senior pastor, as needed
  • Handles mail, phone calls, visitors, etc. on scheduled work days
  • Maintain and update church website and monitors
  • Update and send out weekly email newsletter
  • Send out email prayer requests
  • Prepare for Sunday morning - song lyrics, bulletin, order of service, etc.
  • Put sermons on the website each week
  • Develop and maintain bulletin boards, kiosks, welcome center materials, etc.
  • Communication regarding specific church activities to the appropriate group - children/youth/men/women/communion/small groups/etc.
  • Handle church mailings
  • Maintain and execute phone tree, as needed

Candidate Description:
Spiritual Maturity:

  • A believer who has made a personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ
  • Understands and accepts the church statement of faith

Leadership:

  • Self-starter
  • Manages time well

Technical Expertise:

  • Familiar with necessary office equipment
  • Ability to balance office tasks and people needs
  • Experience and proven expertise in duties related to the job
  • Experienced in Word, Power Point, Office
  • Ability to update website and make improvements
  • Demonstrated ability in multi-media communication
  • Communication/Relationship Building
  • Ability to recruit, motivate and reward volunteers
  • Ability to receive feedback and handle criticism
  • Ability to work as a team member among ministry staff and volunteers 

Contact: Brett Cushing
Phone: (952) 261-2266 
Email: brett@cross-point.org
Web: www.cross-point.org
Date Received: 28 October 2011
Also Listed As: Part-Time

Organization: Metro Hope Ministries, Minneapolis, MN
Position: PT Live In House Manager
Open To: Women
Job Description: To supervise evening and/or weekend programming at a Minneapolis-based Christian rehabilitation center for women and their children. Primary responsibilities include supervising chores, meals, signing out medication, opening the door for volunteers, and some lay-counseling.

Position is 20-30 hrs/wk. Hours are flexible but primarily 2-3 mornings per week from 6:30am-8:30am (supervise breakfast and document medications) and flexible shifts on: Friday night, one Saturday shift (either 7:30am-3:30pm or 3:30pm-11:30pm), one Sunday shift (either 7am-3:00pm or 3:00pm-11:00pm), and possibly one week-night shift (4pm-11:00pm).

This position REQUIRES that the staff member live on-site. Staff member will have own personal bedroom, living room, and bathroom. Ideal for a college student or older single female. This is free room and board, meaning all utilities and meals are free. Facility is located in North Minneapolis and has a very safe security system. Facility also has plenty of parking.

Please send a Cover Letter and Resume. A Statement of Faith and application will be sent after initial contact is made.
Candidate Description: Job requires someone who can be firm yet show grace. Ideal candidate is able to make decisions and resolve conflicts wisely. The person who is hired for this position will ideally have some experience (volunteer or career) with substance abusers, homeless ministry, prison ministry, and/or abused women.
However, the right person with no experience will be considered, as this job has a lot of learning as you go!
Contact: Kelly Zabel
Phone: 612-721-9415 Ext 125
Email: kellyz@metrohope.org
Web: www.metrohope.org
Date Received: 18 October 2011
Also Listed As: Part-Time

Organization: Australia Adventures, Minneapolis, MN
Position: Marketing and Development Associate PT
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: Australia Adventures, LLC, is looking for imaginative Christians who would like to utilize their God given gifts to be of service to those seeking South Pacific adventures! We're looking for Spirit-filled believers who are searching for more than a job and want a genuine exclusive career opportunity. Our business is travel marketing and fulfillment for adventure seekers aspiring to enjoy exceptional experiences in the South Pacific.  We're certified specialists for Australia, New Zealand, Tahiti  and Fiji.  Because this segment of our world has continuing and growing appeal, our company is rapidly growing and needs more creative, talented associates who are Christ-centered and interested in helping us to serve more people.  Specifically, we're looking for imaginative individuals to assist with our "Social Media Marketing"  and "Affinity Group Development"  to benefit the Christian  community. Initially, this is for part-time work in our offices or at one's own home or at targeted locations in MSP. Details to be discussed personally.
Candidate Description:

  • Any college degree-preferably with education in Communications and Liberal Arts, including any foreign language (French is of particular value because we serve all of French Polynesia). 
  • Any international travel experience is important as we represent other choice destinations for "Holidays of a Lifetime"  all around the world.

Interested applicants are encouraged to send their expression of interest along with their qualifications and specific ambitions to the contact listed below.
Contact: Robert Fisher
Phone: (952) 545-8888
Email: AussieSpecialist@Yahoo.com
Web: www.AustraliaAdventures.net
Date Received: 28 September 2011

Church: Plymouth Congregational Church, Minneapolis, MN
Position: Ministry Assistant for Administration Full-Time
Open To: Men and Women
Position Description: The Ministry Assistant for Administration will be responsible for providing administrative assistance to the Senior Minister, Executive Minister and the Director of Operations. This position requires familiarity with all programs of the church and the rhythm of the church year.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities and Duties including, but not limited to:

  • Personal Assistance to Senior Minister: Handle all aspects of scheduling for Senior Minister; Handle expense reports and travel arrangements; Initiate, schedule and make arrangements for meetings; Handle telephone responsibilities with attention to the needs of callers as well as screening procedures as outlined by the Senior Minister; Assure a warm, friendly welcome for guests and notify their arrival in a timely manner; Write and send routine correspondence at Senior Minister's request and copy, mail and file all correspondence; Create and manage filing system; Daily provide the schedule, materials, and other information necessary for the Senior Minister's next day's activities
  • Executive Minister: Supports the Boards of the church and Church Council by receiving Board, Council, and some committee minutes, naming files according to church standards, distributing to church staff, saving on church file server, and forwarding to Director of Communication for putting in church library; Create and manage filing system; Write and send routine correspondence at Executive Minister's request and copy, mail and file all correspondence; Provide support for periodic capital campaigns and annual stewardship campaign
  • Director of Operations: Provide acknowledgements for contributions and gifts; Coordinate administrative support for ministerial and staff searches; Support HR activities and administration; Oversee COBRA applications for terminated employees; Coordinate background screenings for volunteers and new employees; Responsible for keeping an all-staff vacation calendar updated and accessible for staff and ministers; Updates Trustees' Resolution file with resolutions from each set of minutes
  • General Administration: Schedule and coordinate baptisms and maintain baptism records; Prepare expense reports for the Executive Minister and Director of Operations; Provide the development and distribution of weekly staff meeting minutes; Work with the Director of Operations in all aspects of the church filing process; Cross train with other office staff to provide coverage in the event of vacations, illness or leaves of absence; Other duties as assigned.
  • Problem Solving Responsibilities: Prioritize work and organize to meet deadlines; The Director of Operations should be kept informed of problems that are persistent or vexing in nature
  • Decision Making/Freedom to Act: This position is accountable to the overall mission of the church and maintaining collegial relationships with staff, Board members, colleagues, visitors and the congregation in general.

Candidate Description:  Preferred Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5 years of office related work experience; Church experience preferred; 3-5 years of experience in Microsoft Office and other database programs; Strong interpersonal skills with sensitivity to the needs of members and others who look to the church for some sort of service; Strong listening and communications skills--verbal and written; Well-developed organizational and administrative skills; Attention to detail and accuracy; Good problem-solving and decision-making skills; High standards regarding confidentiality and integrity; Collaborative work style and ability to work as a professional member of the team; Human Resource administrative support experience; Ability to be proactive and take initiative in all aspects of administrative support; Strong editing, typing and proofreading skills

Contact: Karen Hartz
Email: karenh@plymouth.org
Web: www.plymouth.org
Date Received: 9 September 2011

Organization: DinoMights, Minneapolis, MN
Position: Program Assistant
Job Description: DinoMights Program Assistant is a youth work professional. The Program Assistant administers program services of the organization. The staff person reports to the Executive Director and/or Program Manager and is responsible for a full range of activities --all programs, volunteer development, youth recruitment, program services, and minimal fundraising.
Candidate Description:

  • A qualified candidate will have strong youth work skills and a desire to grow in the field of youth work/youth ministry.
  • High School Degree.
  • College degree a plus.
  • Sensitivity to issues of diversity.
  • A desire to integrate Biblical knowledge with the felt needs of program participants.

Contact: Scott
Email: scott@dinomights.com
Web: www.dinomights.com
Date Received: 27 July 2011

Organization:  DinoMights, Minneapolis, MN
Position:  Program Manager
Job Description:  DinoMights Program Manager is the lead manager of youth programming for the organization. The Program Manager manages a staff of 2-3 workers and 35-50 volunteers. PM directly administers program services of the organization to the youth. Services include:

  • Mentoring/building relationships with youth
  • Coaching ice hockey
  • Academic tutoring
  • Seasonal community service project (Learn 2 Skate)
  • Christian spiritual direction

The Program Manager reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for a full range of activities --all programs, volunteer development, youth recruitment, program services, and some fundraising.
Candidate Description:

  • This person should have strong youth work skills and a desire to grow in the field of youth work/youth ministry.
  • A qualified candidate will have 3-5 years youth work/youth ministry experience, preferably in an urban or cross cultural setting.
  • College degree.
  • Post College education is a plus.
  • Sensitivity to issues of diversity.
  • A desire to integrate Biblical knowledge with the felt needs of program participants.

Contact: Scott
Email: scott@dinomights.com
Web: www.dinomights.com
Date Received: 27 July 2011

Church: Trinity Baptist Church, Maplewood, MN
Position: Night Check Custodian PT
Job Description

  • Check the building each evening by doing a walk-through to make sure it's locked up.
  • We would expect the person filling this role would become a part of Trinity's community and be able to fully and enthusiastically support it's family life.
  • If gifted appropriately and desirous of such, even become involved in some leadership opportunities with youth or young adults.

Contact: Ken Lewis
Phone: (651) 774-8609
Web: www.tbcmn.org
Date Received: 13 July 2011
Also Listed As: Part-Time

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