OPENINGS

Christ Episcopal Church is a multi-cultural congregation on the border between Glen Ridge and Bloomfield, New Jersey. Located just a few blocks from two public high schools and a college, we are well situated to welcome and engage young people in Christian worship, formation, mission and fellowship.

We are seeking a part-time Youth Director to continue to build upon our church’s ministry with youth in grades 7 – 12. This position is an instrument for the unifying presence of Christ in the midst of a community that is diverse in every way. The position reports to the Rector and works with the parish Youth Ministry Team.

General Responsibilities
- Respond to the spiritual and social needs of the youth in the community with an inviting, inclusive approach.
- Plan and execute a multifaceted program for youth, which includes recruiting members, Christian formation, worship, mission/outreach and fellowship.
- Actively build pastoral relationships with the youth.
- Recruit, train and supervise parish volunteers to assist with the youth program.
- Maintain constant and effective communication with the youth, their families, and the larger congregation.
- Serve as an advocate for youth in the parish.
Qualifications/Expectations
- Ability to communicate the good news of the Christian faith with energy, warmth, humor, and effectiveness.
- Willingness to commit to the vision and mission of the Church as it is expressed in the Episcopal Diocese of Newark and Christ Church – Bloomfield/Glen Ridge. This includes a commitment to attend our worship services at least twice each month and to support and participate in diocesan-sponsored youth events.
- Experience in gaining the respect of youth, parents and adult volunteers.
- Ability to work independently and proactively without close supervision.
- Demonstrated strong skills in communication, administration and organization.
- Availability to meet bi-weekly with the Rector and monthly with the Youth Ministry Team.

Compensation
- Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
- A flexible work schedule of approximately 15 hours/week will including evenings and weekends.

Contact
Professional and personal references are required and the successful candidate must clear a background check by our Diocese. Please email resume and cover letter to the attention of the Rev. Anne Koehler at ccinbg@juno.com.

Position Summary
As the first point of contact for visitors, callers or e-mails to the church, the Parish Administrator is the face of hospitality for the congregation. Working closely with and under the supervision of the Rector, the Parish Administrator provides administrative and facility services for the Parish. Specifically, duties include supervising and performing office functions, managing the Parish membership database, preparing and editing church publications, assisting with maintenance of the church web site, performing building management duties. This position requires independent judgment to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications
- BA or BS degree, preferably in Business Administration or Accounting
- Ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment while juggling multiple competing tasks and demands.
- Self-motivated and able to follow through on assignments or situations in a flexible manner.
- Must have effective written and oral communication skills, including organizational and record keeping skills.
- Able to work cooperatively in a team environment, while being an example setter in reaching out to assist staff and committee groups within the Parish organizations that includes the Day School and Jubilee Center.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (MS Word and Excel required) and accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Pay-Check (payroll), ACS (stewardship), and Gift-Works systems. Experience in non-profit accounting a plus.
- Must have high level of interpersonal skill to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General
- Support the Rector and professional staff, including Wardens, Vestry and Parish volunteers and committees needing guidance and assistance.
- Manage and maintain parish membership database, and other church record books (baptism, confirmation, marriages and deaths). Prepare acknowledgement letters for special cash and non-cash contributions tied these events.
- Take on project management roles or join teams that support Parish programs.
- Support and assist committee work of Parish ministries, such as functioning as scribe for meeting minutes or follow-up action items.
- Attend staff meetings, staff retreats, and Parish, Day School and Jubilee Center meetings as requested.
- Assist Rector in utilizing the skills and gifts of volunteers throughout the congregation to acknowledge and promote their interest in service.

Communication
-Update seasonal schedules (church calendar), phone recording, web-site, and preparation requirements for Christmas, Lent, Advent and summer schedules.
- Maintain employment records and job descriptions.
- Obtain, assemble, prepare and edit information for various parish publications, including weekly worship bulletins and announcements, and other communications. Coordinate parish mailings, receiving and distributing mail.
- Maintain church calendar and communicate meeting or event reminders to Rector, parish staff, including Board chairs and committee members (Jubilee, School and Vestry).

Office Management
- Oversee finances such as reconciliation of weekly collection, bank deposits and monthly bank reconciliations tied to budget preparation and annual financial reports. Reporting must be accurate and published in a timely manner.
- Process payroll information for ADP input, incoming bills and preparation for vouchers for Rector/Treasurer signatures.
- Lead and execute the property committee, reporting on maintenance needs and options for building repairs and services. Work with repair staff and contractors to obtain bids, handle maintenance schedules, and requests.
- Procure and maintain inventory of office supplies, while tracking spending for budget input and updating.
- Purchase or lease office equipment, along with appropriate service contracts and budget replacement needs; copiers, postage machines, printers and computers. Provide training to employees and volunteers as needed. Maintain equipment lists including location of each unit or dates of in-service/out-service. Also, point of contact for equipment and technology issues (hardware and software).
- Document and update Office Procedures manual.

Qualified candidate should send their resume to erik.aarts@allianzinvestors.com

A competitive salary is offered. Please respond with a résumé to The Rev’d Dean Weber at dean.allsaints@verizon.net.

Organist-choir director (part time) - St. James' Episcopal Church, 514 Abbott Avenue, Ridgefield NJ 07657

Seeking person who can provide enthusiasm, energy and effective leadership to our small, but skilled youth/adult choir. We have one Sunday service at 10:00 am. Music is important to our church and our liturgy.We are looking for someone who can enrich our worship through music and challenge our choir. The applicant needs to be able to play hymns and service music competently, be flexible, personable, organized, and have some improvisational skills.

Organ/Instruments Description: A new C-8c Protege Organ, Chamber Series, by Allen with 2-manual, 27 stops and full pedal board. A rehearsal baby grand piano on site.

Contact information: E-mail address:  stjamesridgefield@juno.com
Phone: 201-945-0079
Ask for: Fr. Mariano Gargiulo or Diane Pollock, Parish Administrator

(posted 05/01/08)

Parish seeks assistant to focus on the spiritual formation of youth and families as well as share in the pastoral life of the parish.

Summary: Full-time position with benefits (ordained or lay).

Goals:
• To counsel and lead the youth and families of St. Peter’s in realizing and applying their Christian values and faith to all aspects of their lives as our youth begin their journey into adulthood
• To assist the youth of St. Peter’s in developing their relationship with Christ and their peers via fellowship formation, outreach projects and team building.

Responsibilities:
1. Youth:
• Plan and execute a multifaceted program for youth, which includes formation, fellowship, mutual ministry, worship and mission.
• Plan and execute a vacation Bible school program annually.
• Grow and expand the youth and family ministry program by creating a structure that welcomes and educates the large body of families in the Parish.
• Recruit train and supervise volunteers to assist in the leadership of this program.
• Increase participation of youth in the full parish life of St. Peter’s.
• Actively build pastoral relationships with the youth and their families.
• Attend youth activities outside the church community (sports, school and cultural performances).
• Maintain a constant and effective communication for all parties involved in the youth ministry by way of phone calls, emails, Myspace, Facebook, text messaging, bulletins and a monthly newsletter.
2. Parish Life (if ordained or theologically educated)
• Participate in the liturgies and preaching of the Parish.
• Promote youth and family involvement in the liturgical life of the parish.
• Assist the Rector in regular pastoral visitations particularly with respect to youth and families.

Qualifications/Expectations:
• Communicate the good news of the Christian faith with warmth, humor and effectiveness.
• Basic theological education and familiarity with the traditions of the Episcopal church.
• Earn and maintain the respect of youth, parents and adult volunteers.
• Accomplish tasks independently and proactively without close oversight.
• Have strong communication, administrative and organizational skills.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and monthly board meetings.

Compensation:
• Commensurate with experience.

Contact: Please email resume and cover letter to the attention of the Rev. Stephanie Wethered at stpetejobs@comcast.net by May 1st.

Organist - St. Luke’s, Phillipsburg is searching for a part-time Organist to lead the congregation in music on Sundays [10:00 AM].The church has an Allen Digital Organ with 30 racks and 2 manuals, plus a piano.Interested candidates should be willing to help work with adult choir and children’s choir with Sunday rehearsals over time as they develop.  Organist should also have familiarity with the 1982 Hymnal, conducting a choir, and good organizational skills. Compensation will be $125 per Sunday. Our organist always receives first right of refusal for weddings and funerals. We will be accepting applications through Dec. 21st, and hiring the right candidate in mid-January, 2008. A musical audition will be part of the interview. Your resume, including three references, should be forwarded to:

The Rev. Tom E. Mathews
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
500 Hillcrest Blvd., Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
via email at t_mathews@verizon.net

About Phillipsburg:

Phillipsburg, located in the Greater Lehigh Valley, is in commuting distance to both New York City and Philadelphia. St. Luke's is located minutes from the Allentown Symphony and several colleges with musical interests, including Lafayette College in Easton, Pa and Lehigh University and Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pa. Bethlehem is the home of nationally the renowned Music Fest and the Bach Choir. Westminster Conservatory and Choir College of Rider University is approximately 60 minutes driving time.

(posted 12/07/07)