Kids Ministry Assistant Director

Looking for a fun, healthy work environment where you can combine your love for Jesus and kids ministry? Colorado Community Church (CCC) is looking for our next Kids Ministry Assistant Director and you might be just the person we're looking for! In addition to a healthy staff culture CCC provides:

• 100% employer paid health, dental and vision insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of paid time off per year 
• 10% employer paid retirement contribution after 1 year of service

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

The Kids Ministry Assistant Director is a part of the Kids Ministry Department within the Family Life Zone. The Assistant Director closely partners with the Kids Ministry Director to creatively weave their passion for Jesus and their heart for kids into a special expression to bring about life changing relationships. This position serves the congregation by working with the Kids Ministry Director to continually dream, develop and grow all ministries for kids 1st – 5th grade. This person is a compelling communicator and leader, faithfully working with volunteers to provide behind the scenes tech support, functioning as a Stage Manager, to help creatively bring the Bible to life, while providing a safe and nurturing environment for elementary aged kids. This position reports to the Kids Ministry Director. This is a full-time (40hrs/week), non-exempt (hourly) position with benefits.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Weekend Services:

• Oversee the production of the Elementary weekend worship “opener.” Build a volunteer team to help lead this experience.
• Provide A/V tech support for the Weekend Opener.
• Assist the KM Director in recruiting, developing, and energizing teachers, storytellers, musicians, etc. composed of adults, youth and 4th or 5th grade kids.
• Supervise the Kids Ministry Weekend Assistant staff.

Wednesday Nights:

• Assist in developing and implementing a “Bible Skills Time” that creatively engages elementary kids for going deeper into understanding God’s Word during our Wednesday evening programming.
• Create slides and provide A/V tech support  for Transformed Kids opener

Communications:

• Kids Bulletin: Work with the Communications Team to create a weekly bulletin for kids who attend the worship service. 
• Media: Create and manage website updates, social media posts and other relevant media outlets about upcoming events, past lessons, etc.

Special Events:

• Collaborate with the Kids Ministry team on vision and implementation of all ministry activities and events. 
• Plan and execute regular events for kids in 4th-5th grade.
• Organize and provide oversight of an annual 5th grade camp.

Collaboration: 

• Work with other CCC ministries, focusing on developing strategies to help families transition from Kids to Youth Ministry.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend all staff meetings (Weekly KM Staff,  Monthly CCC Staff Luncheons, Annual Retreat, Staff Devos and Prayer, etc.)
• Provide general shepherding care to the kids and families associated with our Kids Ministry.
• Assist Kids Ministry Director in monitoring and providing follow-up care for families that are experiencing difficult times in their personal lives.

Work Schedule:

• Weekends: Must be available to work at least 44 full calendar weekends per year for worship service coverage as well as special services as scheduled (Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, Easter, etc.).
• Wednesdays: Must be available to consistently work Wednesday evenings throughout the school year and during summer programming.
• Office Hours: Establish and maintain regular weekday office hours considering KM programming and other staffing needs to ensure consistent KM presence in the office.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Character:
  • A Christ honoring life marked by personal holiness, prayer, bible study, spiritual and emotional maturity and increasing dependence on the Holy Spirit (Titus 1:6-9, 1 Timothy 3:1-7).
  • A person with a love for kids and a passion for reaching kids for Jesus.
  • Unquestionable integrity specifically in areas of handling finances, relationships and time management.
  • A person who understands and models the Christian principle of servant-leadership. Someone who is eager, flexible and has a teachable spirit.
• Competency:
  • Bible college degree with at least 3 years of full-time ministry experience preferred but not required.
  • Broad knowledge of childhood development and needs.
  • Creative skills and ability to clearly communicate biblical truths to children in a manner that is fresh, engaging and relevant.
  • Proven experience in team building, envisioning and training volunteers for ministry with a missional attitude and focus.
  • Effectively communicates with and relates to people of all ages.
  • Takes personal initiative in learning.
  • Able to effectively multitask projects and tasks.
  • Willingness to work within a flexible schedule.
  • Able to learn and effectively use the church database system.
  • Solid computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite programs, and ProPresenter preferred.
  • Comfortable in interdenominational and multicultural settings.
• Convictions:
  • In full agreement with and champions Colorado Community’s Statement of Faith and Who We Are.  
  • Supportive of the structure (Christ centered, Board governed, Staff led, Congregation Mobilized) and leadership of Colorado Community Church.
  • Strives for excellence in all work duties and is passionate about seeing others succeed.

Salary : $27