Employment Opportunity
First Presbyterian Church of Harrisonburg, VA is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Children’s Ministry Assistant. This part-time position requires daytime availability, and includes Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. The ideal candidate would be ministry-minded, with strong administrative skills, and a willingness to teach and lead children in Christian discipleship. A detailed position description can be found below. If interested in applying, please submit a resume including work experience and education; a cover letter; and 3 non-related references with contact information to Betsy Dishman, Director of Children and Family Ministries (bdishman@firstpreshbg.org).
Position Description
Title: Children’s Ministry Assistant (18 hours a week)
Purpose: To provide administrative support and program maintenance for the Director of Children and Family Ministries
Accountability: Reports to the Director of Children and Family Ministries
Qualifications:
- A committed believer in Jesus Christ who adheres to the tenets of ECO
- Relates well with people of all ages
- Trusted to keep confidentiality
- Organized and pays attention to details
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, internet technology and social media
- Skilled in written and verbal communications
- Creative and flexible contributor to the ministry team
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to Director of Children and Family Ministries
- Assist with children and family programming weekly
- Assist with special events
- Create, maintain and update bulletin boards
- Coordinate service projects for children and/or families
- Assist with volunteer appreciation projects
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Benefits: Part-time benefits as outlined in the church policy manual
Salary range: $11-14 dollars per hour, based on experience