Lay Positions

Burke, The Church of the Good Shepherd
Part-Time Bookkeeper

The Church of the Good Shepherd is looking for a part-time bookkeeper to replace our current
bookkeeper who is retiring. The work is about 2 days a week.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Maintain all financial records of the church
2. Accounts Payable. Insure invoices are properly verified and prepare checks. Distribute checks
. Maintain 1099 records
3. Cash Receipts. Prepare Sunday Deposit worksheets and Reconciliation forms. Enter deposit
information into automated accounting system.
4. General Ledger. Maintain the chart of accounts. Advise Program Heads of the status of their
expenditures in relation to budget.
5. Maintain Church cash and savings accounts.
6. Prepare bi-weekly payroll (we use a service for payroll processing)

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Basic computer skills and must be proficient in both Microsoft Word and Excel.
2. Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing
3. Associates degree in Accounting and 2+ years experience with non-profits.

Desired Qualifications:
1. Knowledge/experience with ACS software
2. Knowledge of not-for-profit accounting
Please send your resume to David Cooper, Treasurer.

McLean, St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church

Assistant for Family Ministry

St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church

… is a small but growing church (ASA 126) at the intersection of four suburban communities in the midst of Fairfax County. The congregation is largely composed of families with school-age children, with a significant number of empty-nesters and a number of younger adults. Our families tend to be over-committed and short on time, but enthusiastic about the ministries of the church and eager for opportunities to come together in fellowship and mutual support. The congregation is consistently in transition as people move in and out of the area due to career moves, but there is a core of long-term, committed members. We place deep value on our programs for children and youth and for music, and we are committed to our identity as a warm and welcoming community. We are striving to grow in our efforts around adult education and to further develop our long-term commitment to Outreach. We recently entered into a relationship with a school and parish in the Diocese of Haiti.

We are seeking a lay assistant to work with the rector and the people of the congregation to further energize and develop our ministry for families. The focus of this ministry is the nurture of our children and youth. This focus will entail support for intergenerational programming that allows the whole of our parish to learn and grow together. The assistant’s work will involve ministry to children, youth, and parents. The work will also include identifying those who have gifts for working with our children and youth and helping them to develop those gifts.

This position will be a minimum of ¾ time, and will include work on Sundays and other weekend hours. It will offer both pension and health benefits for the individual hired. We are looking for someone who can help to guide our program for at least four years. The position is available effective at the beginning of April. The Assistant for Family Ministry will report to the Rector, the Rev. Dr. Stephen Edmondson.

Responsibilities

The Assistant will oversee the Christian Education program for children and youth, working with the committed adults and teenagers who are involved in this ministry. The Assistant will help our teaching teams explore curricula that engage and form our children and youth in the Christian faith and practice, and will provide the teachers the support they need to implement these curricula in the classroom.
The Assistant will coordinate our youth program, working with adult leaders to enrich our EYC groups while facilitating their connection to our wider parish life of faith, community, and service.
The Assistant will coordinate and help lead the Confirmation process for our youth.
The Assistant will work with the Rector on the development and enrichment of the spiritual lives of our families, attending to faith formation in its every aspect.
The Assistant will work with the Rector to develop intergenerational programming that builds relationships within our parish family.
The Assistant will share with the Rector in pastoral care as appropriate, focusing on the nurture of our families and their children.
The Assistant will work with the Rector and the Parish Administrator to oversee the daily work of the parish.
The Assistant will be involved in the leadership of other ministry areas (Welcoming, Outreach, etc.) as fits with a focus on Family Ministry.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with advanced theological training, preferably a Master’s degree, and experience with Christian Formation programming

A passion and energy for ministry with youth and children. St. Thomas is deeply committed to the nurture of these populations and to their participation as members in the body of Christ.
An ability to take initiative, create a vision and follow through on the details.
A heart for building relationships
Knowledge of the Godly Play and Journey to Adulthood curricula are desirable
Capacity to craft curricula to the specific gifts and needs of the St. Thomas’ community.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For more information see our website or email the Rector, Stephen Edmondson.

Herndon, St. Timothy's Church

Director of Family, Youth, and Children's MInistries

St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in Herndon seeks a part time Director of Family, Youth, and Children's Ministries. The 25-hour per week position may pay up to $25,000 salary with additional health and continuing education allowances. Candidates must possess excellent management and organizational skills, be able to recruit and work with volunteers, possess a sense of humor and professionalism, and be able to commit to at least 18 months in the position. Email resume and cover letter to The Rev. Brad Rundlett . For a full position description or more information, please see the website: www.saint-timothys.org

Alexandria, St. James’ Church – Mount Vernon

ORGANIST/DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN MUSIC

To direct: Adult Choir, Chime Choir

Avg. hrs/week: 12-14

Instruments: II/6 pipe organ (Wick); Yamaha YDP-223 electric keyboard; Korg C-505 electric keyboard; 3 octaves Suzuki hand chimes

Annual Salary: commensurate with AGO standards and experience (additional compensation for weddings/funerals); 2 week’s paid vacation

The person in this position coordinates the music program at St. James and provides organ/piano music one Sunday a month at the 8am Rite I service, every Sunday at the 10:15am Rite II service, as well as liturgical seasons and feast days (i.e. Holy Week, Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve, etc.). The congregation principally uses The Hymnal 1982 along with some contemporary sources. Additional responsibilities include: Thursday evening rehearsal for chimes and 10-12 member Sanctuary choir (Sept. – June); attend weekly staff meetings; and build our youth music program. The ideal candidate should have experience in a liturgical church setting. Resumes may be submitted to: Elaine White, St. James Episcopal Church, 5614 Old Mill Rd., Alexandria, VA 22309, 03-780-3081,office@stjamesmv.org

Richmond, Peter Paul Development Center

Executive Director

The Peter Paul Development Center, the oldest community-based agency continually serving children and families in Richmond’s East End neighborhood, seeks an Executive Director to focus its mission on transformative after-school education. PPDC was founded in 1979 as an affiliate of the Diocese of Virginia and continues to be supported by the Diocese and several parishes in the Richmond area. The ED’s salary will be based on qualifications and experience but will be a minimum of $70,000. Please visit our website for full position description and required qualifications. Candidates send letter of interest and resume with five professional references to: edsearch@peterpauldevcenter.org.

Ivy, St. Paul’s Church

Organist and Choir Director

Lovely, country, multigenerational church with fantastic Schoenstein 18-rank pipe organ seeks O/CD beginning January 15, 2012, to provide leadership for our music ministry. O/CD plays the organ for the Sunday 10:30 am service, for a 5:30 pm service on second Sundays, and special services. Weddings and funerals are optional and paid additionally. Our adult choir (12-20 strong) sings at the Sunday 10:30 am service September-May, plus some special services (e.g., Evensong), and choir rehearsal is 7:30-9:00 pm Thursdays and 9:30-10:20 am Sundays.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in music, or equivalent experience with organ performance and choral direction. For more information, visit our website. Salary is commensurate with experience and AGO standards. Interested parties may ask questions or send applications/resumes to spivyorganist@aol.com.

Alexandria, Christ Church

Administrative Assistant for Worship

Available: January 2, 2012

Compensation: Full-time position with benefits

Qualifications:

Energetic, outgoing person with positive and professional work ethic
Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Strong proofreading and editing abilities are required
Ability to work independently as well as with a team

Responsibilities:

Create/edit/distribute bulletins for three-four services each Sunday and for holidays
Strategize the use of various media promoting worship-related events; edit church publications and update web content
Schedule sixty volunteer lay readers and chalice bearers; correspond with coordinators of other liturgical ministries
Schedule and field inquiries on baptisms and weddings

Inquiries: Contact Michelle Cox . Please send a cover letter with your resume.

Richmond, St. Andrew’s Church
Children's Minister

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church is an urban parish with an average Sunday attendance of approximately 100. Our mission is “To welcome people from far and near to be together as a family in Christ to share the faithfulness of God.” website: www.standrewsoregonhil.org.

Summary of Position
The Children Minister is responsible for developing and coordinating Children’s Sunday School and Children’s Chapel at St. Andrew’s. This is a contractual position for 5-7 hours/week, including Sundays from 9:45 am to 12:15 pm (Sunday School starts at 10:00 am) plus availability at other times for meetings with the rector, office administrator and/or volunteer leadership as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recruit, schedule, train, and nurture volunteers for Children’s Sunday School and Children’s Chapel.
Plan and implement Children’s Sunday School using curriculum and supplemental resources as approved by the rector.
Purchase educational materials for programs.
Teach Children’s Sunday School regularly and assist in the Nursery as needed.
Work with rector, staff and Marketing/Communications Committee members to promote Sunday School programs and special activities.
Advise rector and Christian Education leadership in development of annual budget.
Assist rector, Christian Education leadership and volunteers in developing seasonal intergenerational activities and special events (i.e. Christmas pageant, Easter activities).
Ensure compliance of Children’s Sunday School with Diocesan requirements and recommendations regarding the Prevention of Sexual Misconduct.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good organizational, communication, interpersonal, conflict management, and time management skills.
Professional or significant volunteer background in Christian Education for children.
Knowledge of Christian Scripture, theology, and spiritual practice.
Knowledge of the Book of Common Prayer.
Personal beliefs in harmony with the teachings of the Christian Church.
General computer and internet skills.
Passion for children and their faith formation.

Required Education and Licensing

Bachelor of Arts or Sciences or related experience.
Certificate of Prevention of Child and Sexual Abuse Training or willingness to obtain the same.
Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain same.

Please send your resume to Abbott Bailey, Rector, St. Andrew’s Church, 236 S. Laurel Street, Richmond, VA, 23220.

Dunn Loring, Church of the Holy Cross
Part-Time Parish Administrator Position Opening
The Church of the Holy Cross, an Episcopal congregation in Dunn Loring, Virginia, is looking for a part-time Parish Administrator to work twenty hours a week, four days a week, as part of an active group of church staff-members. This position requires someone who is computer savvy: comfortable with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office, and comfortable managing a church database. Strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of the Episcopal Church, and a “team player” mentality are all helpful for this role. For more information, or to apply for the job, please contact the Rev. Wes Smedley or 703.698.6991. Feel free to visit Holy Cross’ website to find out more about the congregation.

Alexandria, Emmanuel Church
Director of Christian Education, Part-Time
Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Alexandria, Virginia, seeks an energetic and fun-loving person who likes working with children and young people and is committed to helping them to grow spiritually and to become active members of our community of faith. The Director of Christian Education will be responsible for Sunday School, youth group, and other activities involving children and young people. New and innovative approaches to this important ministry would be very welcome. This is a part-time position averaging 12 hours a week including Sunday morning.

Please send your resume to:

Kelli Corts, Parish Administrator
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1608 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22301

Falls Church, St. Patrick's Church
Children's and Youth MInister (Part-time)
Saint Patrick's is a small parish at Falls Church, Virginia. This is a paid position. The focus of the job is to facilitate and develop a program for children and youth K-12, with an emphasis on the 6th through 12th grades. Prior experience and responsibility involving the education, spiritual formation and social interaction within a parish and surrounding community is highly desired. St. Patrick's would like to fill this position by December 2011. For detailed information about the position, please contact either Maggie Spinelli (703-241-5637, or Tom Auld (703-328-7764.

The Plains, Grace Church
Director of Children & Youth Ministry
Grace Episcopal Church, The Plains, VA, seeks a part-time Director of Children & Youth Ministry (apprx 20 hours with commensurate benefits as prescribed by the Episcopal Church). The job description is posted on Grace Church's website.

Sterling, St. Matthew's Church
Youth Minister
St. Matthew’s is a fast growing vibrant parish in Sterling, VA. We have a growing number of teens with a youth program that is currently run by dedicated parent volunteers. We are looking for an energetic individual who likes working with youth and enjoys spending time with them to serve as our Youth Minister. The successful candidate must be a person of strong faith and an excellent role model for teens. Expectations for our youth minister are as follows:

Work 12-15 hours per week developing relationships with our youth and building a vibrant, exciting youth program.
Work with the Youth Ministry team of adults who volunteer and give so much to our current program to develop a program that is more interesting and relevant to teens and grows the program attendance.
Be able to articulate one’s faith in Jesus Christ.
Have at least 1 weekly youth event for middle school and high school students (they don’t have to be simultaneous).
Host at least 1 retreat for teens each year – this could be a ski weekend, camping weekend or the like.
Run the Youth programming on the annual St. Matthew’s retreat to Shrine Mont.
Be involved in the Spiritual formation of our youth by being on the Spiritual Formation committee and helping to direct programs of all sorts for our young people. These would include but not be limited to fun activities, service projects, and educational/spiritual events that would bring our youth clearly into God’s presence.
Be involved in the planning and chaperone the youth oriented summer mission trip.
Oversee the summer intern program to create an exciting summer for our youth.
Attend weekly worship services (both the 9:15 contemporary service and the 10:30 traditional service).

Prerequisites:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University.
Involvement in one’s local church community.
Experience in working with youth – either from being in a church youth group or volunteering with one.
Please send a cover letter and your resume to St. Matthews’ office.