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JOB POSTING: ASSISTANT IN THE ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE DEPARTMENT
We are now accepting applications for a position assisting the Administration and Finance Department for the 2013-14 academic year.

Mailroom:   Receive, sort and deliver incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail for the Seminary.  Stock copy rooms with paper.  May be asked to deliver (using a dolly) heavy boxes to departments.

Front Desk:  Also, provide support for the receptionist position of the Seminary:   Responsible for the operation of the main switchboard:  answering and directing calls, taking and relaying messages.  Greet, screen, and direct all McCormick visitors.  Receive packages, special deliveries and daily mail.
 

May be asked to assist in other areas of Administration and Finance.
 

Must be able to lift, carry up stairs and push up to 75 pounds.
 

The ability to work with limited supervision and effectively interact with a diverse group of people, including faculty, administrators, staff, students, guests and vendors.
 

Familiar with MS Office 2003 or 2007 is helpful.
 

Basic grammar and mathematical skills and aptitude for operating business equipment.
 

Superb customer service skills and excellent telephone etiquette.

8-16 hours per week needed.  Prefer if person can work a full day of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., taking an hour for lunch.

If you are interested in this position, please complete and submit the attached application to Natasha Gaines at ngaines@mccormick.edu.

Federal Work Study Students are highly encouraged to apply.  Please see Tabitha Clark to check your eligibility for Federal Work Study.

 
JOB POSTING: ASSISTANT IN THE ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE DEPARTMENT WITH ROOM SETUP AND SECURITY

We are now accepting applications for a position assisting the Administration and Finance Department with ROOM SETUP AND SECURITY for the 2013-14 academic year.

Room Setup – 4:00-5:00 and 9:00-10:00

Arrange tables and chairs in various conference rooms according to specific requests.

Security – 5:00-9:00

The ability to work with limited supervision and effectively interact with a diverse group of people, including faculty, staff, students, guests and vendors.

Monitor school entrances and exits, lobbies, walkways, restrooms and parking lots; keeping campus activity and property under observation while maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
 

Ensure certain doors are locked according to directions given by the Director of Security.
 

Unlock doors in emergency situations; then make a note of the who, when, why and where, and submit to the Director of Security. 
 

Maintain open communication and positive relationships with students, staff, faculty and the community, sharing information regarding school activities.
 

Enforce school rules, regulations and policies for the safety and security of students, staff, faculty and property.
 

Respond to calls regarding any disturbances, determine the proper course of action according to instructions given by the Director of Security, and assist if necessary in preparing incident reports.
 

Report unusual activities or unauthorized persons on campus to the appropriate personnel, beginning with the Director of Security.  Call the University of Chicago Police if necessary.
 

Operate a two-way radio to communicate with other security personnel.
Administer first aid as necessary; prepare related reports.
 

Perform related duties as assigned.

General Hours:  4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.  Some Fridays and Weekend hours may be available.  Possibly up to 20 hours per week needed.

Position reports to Elmer Henderson, Director of Security and
Natasha Gaines for Room Setup.

If you are interested in this position, please complete and forward the attached application to Natasha Gaines at ngaines@mccormick.edu. Federal Work Study Students are highly encouraged to apply.  Please see Tabitha Clark to check your eligibility for Federal Work Study.


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JOB POSTING: PULPIT SUPPLY
The Office of Student Affairs is often contacted by churches needing someone to preach at their services.  When this happens, we refer them to the Seminary’s pulpit supply list online and ask the requestor to contact you directly.  Minimum honorarium is $75.00 and mileage is usually covered.  If you are interested in adding your name to this list, respond to Alicia Rhine providing the following information.  PULPIT SUPPLY should go in the subject line.
Name:
Phone (where you are most accessible):
Email:
Denomination:
Are you willing to preach in non-PCUSA settings (yes or no):

JOB POSTING: Laundry and Back up for Housekeeping
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: One
DEPARTMENT: Administration & Finance
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: May 1, 2013 - May 15, 2013
HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT: Average of 4-8 hours per week (including nights and weekend responsibilities)
SUPERVISOR: Monica N. Williams- Administration & Guest Housing Coordinator
Compensation: Position pays $9.40 per hour. Please submit application to mwilliams@mccormick.edu.

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JOB POSTING:
D
irector of Family Ministries- Covenant Presbyterian Church, Jackson MS

Covenant Presbyterian Church, located in Jackson, the capital city of Mississippi is a 200+ member church seeking a full-time Director of Family Ministries for their growing children’s and youth ministry.

CPC, (www.covenantpresjackson.org) is passionately committed to discipleship and growth and is searching for a Director of Family Ministries who will serve as director of the youth ministry team to implement the church’s vision for ministry to youth and families. The DFM will work with dedicated volunteers and pastoral staff to enhance the church’s very active youth ministry as well as develop intergenerational programming to empower families and the congregation to more faithfully provide for the Christian nurture of their young people. The DFM will also work with the children’s ministry staff to ensure that ministry to the whole family is running smoothly with a spirit of cooperation.

CPC’s Director of Family Ministries should be able to work effectively with youth, exhibiting creativity, understanding and patience. Applicants must have a growing personal commitment to Jesus Christ, the body of Christ and God’s work in the world.  Strong teaching, relational, delegation, recruitment and organizational skills are also essential.

Interested candidates should send their resume to brooksm@sbcorp.com.


JOB POSTING:
First Presbyterian Church of Granville



Job Title:                   Associate Pastor for Youth and College Ministry
Reports to:                 Pastor/Head of Staff
Position Status:          Clergy (Teaching Elder)

Position Summary:   
The Associate Pastor for Youth and College ministry is responsible for creating and directing ministries related to high school youth and college-age young adults.  The Associate Pastor is an integral part of the life of the church, also serving through worship leadership, preaching, pastoral care, and mission.

The Associate Pastor for Youth and College Ministry is a new position.  The appointment is for a designated term of 3 years subject to review.  A decision for the continuation of the position will be determined by the Session in consultation with the Presbytery of Scioto Valley at the end of the second year.  At that time, the congregation may vote to continue that pastor’s services as an installed Associate Pastor on the recommendation of the Session and the COM and with the concurrence of the pastor.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead Youth Ministry for high school students in grades 9-12
  • Lead College Ministry for Denison University students
  • Provide support for post-high school youth members
  • Lead worship
  • Share in ministry through collaboration with Session, staff, congregation, and Presbytery
  • Engage in pastoral care
  • Perform other duties as they may be assigned by the Head of Staff
  • Characteristics and Qualifications
Full job description available here.

JOB POSTING: 
Director of Youth Ministry Position
The First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, MI is seeking a highly creative, qualified, Christ-centered Director of Youth Ministry with the necessary skillset to connect and minister to the middle school, high school, and young adult age groups.  

First Church has a brand new state of the art facility, including a full-size gymnasium.  Competitive salary is available for this position that reports to and works with our Pastor.  We are also willing to consider seminary interns for this position.  

Please visit firstchurchhastings.org to explore First Church.  Send a cover letter expressing your interest and desire for youth ministry along with your resume to First Church Administrator Jim Day, jday@firstchurchhastings.org or mail to Jim Day’s attention at 405 N. M-37 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058 by or before March 31, 2013.

JOB POSTING:

FT Director of Children’s Ministry
1st Presbyterian Glen Ellyn, IL


First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn, Illinois (www.firstpresge.org), is seeking a full-time Director of Children’s Ministry to join the staff of the 900 member church, located outside of Chicago. The ministry is comprised of infants to children in 5thgrade, is Biblically-based and emphasizes living a Christian life. The mission of the children’s ministry is to love, teach and inspire local children in order that they and their families will love God, lead like Christ and confidently live the Christian faith. FPC Glen Ellyn’s children’s programs are aligned with other ministries in the church with the goal of developing discipleship in all its members.

Some of the Director of Children’s Ministry responsibilities include
Ÿ         Leading the children’s ministry and directing its mission,
Ÿ         Recruiting, equipping and supporting volunteers in the children’s ministry,
Ÿ         Preparing children for growth in their faith,
Ÿ         Shepherding parents in developing their own relationship with Jesus Christ.

Qualifications for a forward-thinking candidate include
·         A Bachelor’s Degree
·         Three-five years of experience in children’s ministry or other educational environment,
·         Proven leadership and management skills including the recruitment of volunteer staff, communication, and organizational skills,

All resumes with cover letter can be submitted to fpresgechildrensministry@gmail.com.