Hiring: Children and Youth Coordinator
As mentioned in last week’s Buzz, the job of Director of Children and Youth Ministry has been changed to Children and Youth Coordinator, and Hope Hilton has been appointed as the interim coordinator while a selection process for the permanent position has started. Rev. Vathanak has expressed a need to have Hope start last week, as Rally Day will be on September 13 and the youth will also be participating in a food booth at J-Sei’s Family Day on September 27.
As you know, Buena Vista is part of an amazing church community with a rich history and a powerful legacy. We want our children and youth to get basic Christian education and practice as well as grow into an understanding of faith that includes relationship/community, spiritual practices, and justice and compassion. The Children and Youth Coordinator is a staff resource for children and youth ministries of the church. The coordinator needs to express a vibrant personal faith.
The coordinator, under the direct supervision of the pastor, will be a vital leader of both children and youth programs by recruiting teachers and volunteers for Sunday School and other activities, planning and coordinating activities, communicating with families about these activities and developing a flexible, relevant and engaging faith formation program.
The coordinator will also serve as a liaison to other church youth groups such as Asian Camp, Junior High Camp as well as Buena Vista’s basketball program. The coordinator will be expected to be present for basketball events and encourage youth and families to become more involved with other church activities. This work will include collaboration with the basketball board.
Other activities and tasks will include weekly meetings with the pastor, attending church services on a regular basis to assess the effectiveness of Sunday School and other activities, attending meeting of the Administrative Council and Basketball Board when requested, and preparing and disseminating news about upcoming events for the weekly Buzz, monthly newsletter, website and social media.
A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum education requirement. Also required are excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to relate to and work with children, youth and parents, experience in leading or coordinating children and youth activities, proficiency with computer applications and navigation software commonly used in office and presentation settings, familiarity with social media platforms and applications, the ability to multitask, prioritize duties and manage time effectively. Involvement with faith based non-profit organizations is preferred.
The pay range for this position is between $22 and $27 per hour, depending on experience, for up to 20 hours per week. During special church seasons, more time might be needed to prepare for certain events, and if so, additional hours may be authorized by the pastor. Some paid holidays are provided upon completion of the probationary period. 5 days of paid sick leave are permitted per year. Upon hire, the coordinator must comply with the church’s safe sanctuary, confidentiality and sexual harassment policies.
To see the job description click here, and to apply please click here to go to our application form!
If you have any questions, please send a message to office@buenavistachurch.com
Hiring: Keyboard Accompanist
The Keyboard Accompanist will work with the church music director,
Essential Job Functions
The pianist/accompanist will meet with the Music Ministry Director
Ready to accompany three hymns, plus incidental worship music, prelude and postlude.
Plays from music notation competently, and is able to adjust tempo.
Attend Sunday service from 9:30 AM to 12:00 Noon
Attend some special services to be determined by Music Ministry Director
Plusses:
A Pianist/keyboardist with worship and performance experience.
Able to transpose, jam, and/or play from chord sheets. Familiar with the United Methodist Hymnal.
Education and Experience
Experience in reading music
Playing a piano or keyboard and be able to improvise as needed
Compensation and Benefits
Starting Salary Range: $80 - $100 per week
Position is 3-4 hours/week to be paid on a semi-monthly basis on the fifteenth and last day of each month. If a holiday falls on a designated payday, payment will be the day before. If the payday falls on a weekend, payment will be made the Friday prior. The daily schedule is flexible and may be subject to change as needed.
Workplace Policies and Agreements
Safe Sanctuary Policy
In April 1996, the General Conference of the United Methodist Church adopted a resolution aimed at reducing the risk of child sexual abuse within the church. To fully align with this resolution, BVUMC has established a Safe Sanctuary policy and procedure to demonstrate our absolute and unwavering commitment to the physical safety and the spiritual growth of all our children and youth.
Confidentiality Statement
Each staff person is responsible for seeing that confidential information is properly protected from unauthorized disclosure or use. Each staff member is required to sign a confidentiality statement, known as the Confidentiality Pledge and which follows this paragraph, when they are hired. All staff are always expected to use discretion in handling all church records and information. Flagrant or repeated dissemination of confidential information may be cause for reprimand or immediate dismissal.
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