KIDS MINISTRY ASSOCIATE // EAGLE BROOK CHURCH

JOB OBJECTIVES

Supports the Pastor of Kids Ministries by creating safe, welcoming environments and fostering meaningful relationships that enable children to know and follow Jesus
Recruits, trains and equips volunteer teams to serve effectively
Collaborates with parents and families, coming alongside them to support their spiritual growth and involvement in their children's faith journeys
Prepares Kids Ministries environments for weekend services
Participates in Eagle Brook's Pastoral Development Program, gaining valuable insights into pastoral leadership and developing leadership skills and spiritual growth to be able to succeed in this role and potentially transition into a pastoral position
Reports to the Pastor of Kids Ministries

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Leads under the direction of their assigned Pastor of Kids Ministries
Recruits, onboards and develops core volunteers for Kids Ministries by:
Providing an excellent onboarding and training experience that equips volunteers with the tools and knowledge they need to serve effectively
Overseeing volunteer schedules to ensure adequate coverage and organization
Coordinating volunteer teams to maintain safe adult-to-child ratios
Directing volunteers to resources such as the ministry website, curriculum and other materials to support their role
Partnering with the Pastor of Kids Ministries in the care and development of volunteer leaders (Directors, Team Leads and Large Group Leaders) to multiply leadership and expand the ministry's impact
Serves as a spiritual influencer and encourager to volunteers, parents and kids
Executes centrally designed ministry strategies by:
Leading in-room experiences that align with ministry objectives
Implementing content that supports the spiritual growth of children
Facilitating curriculum that engages and educates kids
Managing small groups to foster meaningful connections and relationships
Ensures environments are prepared for weekend services by:
Preparing curriculum and supplies for three key environments: nursery, early childhood and elementary
Coordinating materials to ensure all areas are fully equipped and ready for a smooth and effective service experience
Ordering supplies and managing inventories to maintain stock and ensure timely availability of necessary resources
Upholds Kids Ministries safety policies and procedures
Participates in pastoral duties, including baptisms, weddings, funerals and hospital visits
Participates in pastoral development training for the purpose of becoming a licensed minister (pursuing a pastoral position is not required)

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Works with other campus staff to support the ministry needs of the campus
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Follower of Jesus and aligns with Eagle Brook Church's nine core beliefs
High school diploma
1+ year(s) of related experience
Experience working in a team setting as a participant or leader
Experience in ministry as a volunteer
Driven to reach kids who do not know Christ and to support families
Strong attention to detail and administrative skills
General understanding of kids emotional, physical and spiritual development

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of related experience

JOB DETAILS

Location: Lino Lakes, MN
Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
Fixed Pay Rate: $23.00
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Workdays: Saturday-Wednesday, or Sunday-Thursday depending on campus service schedule
Work Hours: Vary. Include weekend and Wednesday evening services plus some evening hours for meetings or events. Needs to be able to meet when volunteers are available or pastoral care is needed.
Remote Eligible: may be eligible to work remote one day per week
Ministry/Department: Campus Ministry
Team: Kids Ministries

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regular assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
Regular communicating with others to exchange information
Regular working in sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like
Occasional moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
Occasional moving of self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces
Occasional repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Occasional working in noisy environments
Occasional light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
Occasional medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds

BENEFITS

Eagle Brook Church's benefit plan is designed to help you stay healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance. Offering a competitive benefits package is just one way we strive to provide our employees with a rewarding workplace. We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:

medical, dental and vision coverage
health savings account (HSA)
dependent care FSA
employer-provided life insurance + additional voluntary life insurance
accident and critical illness insurance
employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
paid family and medical leave (PMFL)
member assistance program (MAP)
generous paid-time off and holidays
403b retirement plan with company contribution
development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth
casual dress and work environment

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Eagle Brook Church provides reasonable accommodation for their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with Eagle Brook Church, call 651-429-9227 or email staffing@eaglebrookchurch.com and let us know the support you need.

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