Children's Minister

Overview: The opportunity is a full-time position. The Children’s Minister will oversee Grace Bible Church’s Children’s Ministry. Children’s ministry is important to the health of Grace Bible Church (GBC) and our effectiveness in making disciples of Jesus Christ in our community. To fill this position the candidate must have a relationship with Jesus Christ, a call to ministry, good reputation, good time management skills and use the art of delegation to succeed. The role will utilize the Children’s Ministry Team and the Early Childhood Coordinator to oversee all children’s activities grades 1-5.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train and encourage volunteers in a way that fosters a sense of community among Children's Ministry volunteers.
• Promote, plan, implement and encourage Children's Ministry activities for the purpose of a healthy Children's Ministry that is pursuing the growth of God's Kingdom.
• Utilizing the Children's Ministry Team; brainstorm, plan and implement high energry weekly activities for the God Rally (worship service for 1-5th grade students).
• Be the primary communicator of the preaching/teaching/esson shared at weekly God Rallies.
• Create and oversee the annual Children's Ministry Budget
• Hold regular and scheduled office hours each week.
• Assist with hospital/shut-in/ill members visitation when needed.
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with church staff, church members and community.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and annual leadership retreat.
• Be a partner of GBC.
• Make sure Children's Ministry volunteers have updated background checks.
• Communicate with parents of children involved in Children's Ministry.
• Create a culture in Children's Ministry that supports the mission and values of GBC.

Requirements

• College/seminary degree in ministry related area or at least 2 years of experience in ministry related employment (Preferred but not required). 
• Must have computer skills using Microsoft softward and Apple computers.
• Must have a "Can Do" attitude. (Every leader at GBC oversees tasks or performs duties that fall outside of their job description from time to time. We are team players getting done what needs to get done for God and His people. The attitude is required.)
• Must be able to manage the ministry using good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work autonomously and produce quality work.
• Must demonstrate the ability to multitask and meet assigned deadlines.
• Must be able to handle confidential matter and material with integrity.
• Submit and pass an annual background check.