CURRENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Pastor /Director of Community Engagement and Missions 

SUMMARY

 The Pastor/Director of Community Engagement is responsible for the management and leadership of all mission programs and community outreach initiatives.  This individual is tasked with fulfilling the vision and mission of NDCBF by implementing its philosophy of discipleship and its core values to accomplish the church’s objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & EXPECTATIONS:                                                     

• Provide oversight for all mission programs and events.
• Maintain constant communication with missionaries and mission organizations associated with NDCBF.
• Assess the mission programs on an annual basis.
• Provide leadership in developing comprehensive strategies, programs and plans to target community organizations, businesses, homes, apartments, schools, civic groups and other community resources.  Ensure programs are designed and implemented with best practices and curriculum that work toward the best possible outcomes for program participants.
• Collaborate with the Communications manager, Staff and Servant leaders to develop marketing plans, resource materials and media strategies to promote and expand the presence of NDCBF as a valuable partner to the community.
• Promote and maintain strategic partnerships for maximum community impact and accomplishment of the mission and vision of the church.
• Stay abreast community needs and potential ministry opportunities through engaging with peers, networking and surveying the community.
• Identify potential candidates for Servant leader roles and implement a training and development program designed to fill vacancies within the ministry.
• Collaborate with partners on joint initiatives and research and review for potential funding prospects as appropriate.
• Align and coordinate with the pastoral, church staff and ministry leaders in assisting with the delivery of a comprehensive, holistic ministry directed at making disciples.
• Provide oversight and training to staff on curriculum for the engagement program and serve as staff liaison to NDCBF ministries.
• Provide status reports and progress communication regarding community engagement upon request from Executive Pastor
• Developments an annual budget and manage the disbursement of budgeted funds for the community engagement programs.  Adhere to the guidelines of the approved budget and in accordance with the purchasing policies of the church.

• May perform other duties as assigned by the Senior or Executive Pastor.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to engage others in areas related to community development and community engagement
• Proven expertise in administration.
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-starter, and excellent at following through on details.
• Possess the ability to embrace innovation and creativity while adapting to growth and change.
• Possess the ability to use appropriate judgment, discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
• Ability to fully embrace the vision, values, and statement of faith of North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship.
• Exhibit a growing relationship with Jesus Christ evidenced by action, attitude, and behavior.
• Ability to work as a team member with the gifts and talents of other staff.
• Proven leadership skills utilizing a cooperative, collaborative team leadership style.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain healthy and motivating relationship with supervisors, coworkers, and volunteers.
• Proven ability to achieve results.
• Serve as an ambassador of Christ to others.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree with formal training in Community Engagement or related field (or working towards such a degree)
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Community Engagement

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP 

• Reports to the Executive Pastor

• Supervise and directs Clusters, Community Outreach and various other Media and Community Relations groups.
• Work closely with all areas of ministries within NDCBF

 

Director of Children's Ministry

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for developing a comprehensive program of Christian education for nursery through fifth grade in a multi-cultural church setting. This includes the development and implementation of the vision, strategy and tactical elements for all programs, activities and educational aspects related to Children’s Ministry at North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship, communicated through a comprehensive annual Children’s Ministry plan.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs the strategic planning, development and implementation of the Children’s ministry, and aligns the ministry with the vision and mission of the church.
• Serves as the subject matter expert with regard to children’s development issues and trends, and as an advocate for children.
• Educates the congregation regarding the needs of children and provides solutions to meet those needs in the local church and community.
• Develops, supports and guides the work of the Children’s Ministry Council in providing feedback, direction and an annual process of evaluating the vision and goals of the Children’s Ministry in serving the vision and mission of the church.
• Mentors and develops the Children’s Ministry staff and volunteers with the goal of developing their leadership skills.
• Access resources to develop Children’s Ministry programming, staff and lay leaders and seeks continuing education events and training opportunities.
• In conjunction with Christian Education, oversees the recruiting and training of teachers, facilitators and volunteers who work with students in all aspects of the Children’s Ministry and ensure adequate skill levels, volunteer support, and adult to children ratios.
• Serves as liaison between the church and other community organizations, people, and resources that relate to children and Children’s Ministries.
• Partners with Christian Education to coordinate curriculum for children with the adult ministries where appropriate.
• Ability to fully embrace the vision, values, and statement of faith of North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship (NDCBF).
• Be a part of the worshiping community of North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship on a regular basis (attending one of the worship services every week), taking part in the means of grace.
• Develops an annual budget and manages the disbursement of budgeted funds for Children’s Ministries within the guidelines of the approved budget and in adherence with the purchasing policies of the church.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Demonstrates high integrity working in a faith based organization and adheres to the guidelines, bylaws, and policies set forth by NDCBF.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven expertise in administration, formal training in Children’s Ministry required.
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-starter, and excellent at following through on details.
• Possess the ability to embrace innovation and creativity while adapting to growth and change.
• Possess the ability to use appropriate judgment, discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
• Proven ability to minister successfully across cultural lines.
• Proven leadership skills utilizing a cooperative, collaborative team leadership style.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain healthy and motivating relationships in a multi-cultural church setting with supervisors, co-workers, and volunteers.
• Possess the ability to understand and to keep current on issues related to safety and security resulting in the implementation of associated activities and safeguards.
• Proven ability to achieve results.
• Preparation for serving as an ambassador of Christ to others.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree with formal training in Children’s Ministry (or working towards such a degree) (Masters preferable).
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience

 

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME

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Please forward your documentation to:

North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship (NDCBF)
2801 E. President George Bush Hwy
Plano, TX 75074
Attn: Human Resource Department

or email your information to [email protected]

Please submit the following:

• Cover letter which includes your salary requirement
• Resume
• Testimony letter

Note: A relationship with Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior is one of the requirements for employment with North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship.