Employment Opportunities

Acton United Methodist Church has an opening for a Choir Director. Oversee choir and perform two Sundays per month for services for a 9 month season. Work in collaboration with minister and Organist/Music Director to select music and practice once per week during the week. First performance is: Sept 16. Last performance is: May 19. Contact: 317 862-2588 or aumc@actonumc.com if you are interested.

The Brookville UMC in Brookville, IN is currently seeking a paid part-time youth director. A complete job description is available by going, online to our church website at http://brookvilleumc.org and clicking on the “positions available” link.

time ministry position for a person gifted and equipped to direct/lead ministries for youth and their families. This person should evidence a strong “call” to youth ministry, Christian maturity, and competence directing/leading programs that emphasize discipleship, mission and Christian vocation. Reply to Pastor David Lee, Christ United Methodist Church, 8540 US 31 S, Indianapolis, IN 46227; 317-882-1549 (a complete job description is available)

Old Bethel United Methodist Church in Indianapolis has a vision to reach beyond its walls to families on the Far East side of Indianapolis. Old Bethel seeks a gifted Pastor of Family Ministries to develop a holistic ministry that reaches families with children and youth. Applicant must be a leader who is able to reach new people for Christ and build teams to offer ministries to families in a multicultural setting. Skills in preaching, teaching and small group development are essential. A strong personal faith in Jesus Christ and willingness to maintain a Christian lifestyle are required. Please send resumes to jrairdon@oldbethel.org.

The Castleton United Methodist Church in Indianapolis has a job opening for an accounting manager. This position is responsible for providing technical and administrative support for the general finance and accounting functions at Castleton UMC. All employees at CUMC are expected to model the Church’s mission. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility according to the requirements of CUMC. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or experience: Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business, or other related field; and two plus year’s related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Previous experience working in an accounting and finance environment is required. Knowledge and understanding of payroll processing, AP/AR, and financial statements is required. In addition previous supervisory, skills are desired. Knowledge and understanding of Church policy is desired. For more information or to send resumes, e-mail jobopenings@castletonumc.org.

The Castleton United Methodist Church in Indianapolis seeks a director of operations. This position is responsible for providing supervision, leadership, training and support for all business operations at Castleton UMC. All employees at CUMC are expected to model the Church’s mission. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility according to the requirements of CUMC. Education and/or experience: Bachelor’s Degree (B.S./B.A.) in accounting, finance, business, or other related field; and four plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Previous experience working in an accounting and finance or office environment is required. Knowledge and understanding of finance and accounting, communications, facilities management, information technology and human resources is required. In addition previous supervisory experience is required. Knowledge and understanding of church policy is desired. For more information and to send a resume, e-mail jobopenings@castletonumc.org.

The United Methodist-related United Campus Ministries (UCM) at Indiana State University in Terre Haute seeks a part-time campus minister/administrator. The part-time position averages 25 hours per week for 12 months from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013, with possibility of reappointment and continuation beyond June, 2013. Qualifications include: College graduate with church experience minimum, M.Div degree or equivalent is preferred, an ordained person in good standing with and recommended by his or her denomination is preferred. Compensation will be $25,000 to $35,000, commensurate with education and experience. UCM serves the students, faculty, and staff of Indiana State University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, as well as the larger Terre Haute community. It is an ecumenical, progressive, open and inclusive ministry that historically has been supported by these denominations: United Methodist, Presbyterian, United Church of Christ, Disciples of Christ, Episcopal, Lutheran (ELCA), and American Baptist. The ministry’s building is immediately adjacent to the Indiana State University campus. The Board of Directors also employs an administrative secretary/bookkeeper and student workers. For a more detailed position description, visit the UCM website at www.unitedcampusministries.org or call or e-mail UCM at 812-232-0186 or mail@unitedcampusministries.org. Candidates interested in applying for this position must send: a letter of application, a résumé, and the names and contact information for at least three references to: Search Committee, c/o Rev. Scott Johnson, 2701 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN 47803. Those materials may be sent electronically to scottjson@aol.com. The search committee will begin reviewing application materials on May 1 and will continue that process until the position is filled.

First United Methodist Church in Mishawaka Ind. is seeking an energetic, passionate, organized, self-motivated and team-oriented individual to serve as director of children’s ministries. Structured at 25 hours per week, the director is responsible for the overall leadership of our children’s ministries (Nursery through 5th grade), which includes encouraging recruiting, and equipping volunteers. Applicants must have a strong personal relationship with Christ and a deep passion for children with a desire to lead and foster young lives in our church and community toward a relationship with Jesus Christ. For more information, contact Pastor Larry Whitehead at lkwduke@aol.com.

Trinity United Methodist Church, Rockport, Ind., is seeking a part-time director for youth ministry. The youth director will work with middle and high school youth. This person would be expected to work 10-15 hours per week on a flexible schedule. For a complete job description, e-mail secretary@trinityumc1822.org. Résumé can be sent to Pastor Larry Van Camp, P.O. Box 162, Rockport, IN 47635 or e-mail pastor@trinityumc1822.org by May 15.

Trinity United Methodist Church, Rockport, Ind., is seeking a part-time director for youth ministry. The youth director will work with middle and high school youth. This person would be expected to work 10-15 hours per week on a flexible schedule. For a complete job description, e-mail secretary@trinityumc1822.org. Résumé can be sent to Pastor Larry Van Camp, P.O. Box 162, Rockport, IN, 47635 or e-mail pastor@trinityumc1822.org by May 15.
 

First United Methodist Church of Mishawaka, Ind., immediately seeks a director of student ministries. Located in the greater South Bend community, which is blessed with excellent colleges, including the University of Notre Dame and Bethel College, Mishawaka area schools and their students are among the state’s best in many respects. First UMC’s ministry for youth is ready to break out in exciting ways with the leader that God has called to unlock it with a high energy design. The vitality of student ministry in this emerging congregation has been demonstrated in camp ministry growth from 22 in 2005 to nearly 100 in recent years. First UMC’s vision for the future of this ministry requires an individual who will discern the next steps for reaching our community’s children and youth for Jesus Christ in bold and creative ways. For more information, contact the Rev. Larry Whitehead, senior pastor, at lkwduke@aol.com.

Youth director to coordinate the church’s ministry with and for middle and senior high youth is being sought by High Street United Methodist Church in Muncie. This person would be expected to work approximately 20 hours per week on a flexible schedule in providing a balanced program for youth around the purpose of making disciples who become passionate followers of Jesus and are equipped to serve. This position is open as of July 1. Interested candidates need to send resumes to Dr. Dale Mendenhall, 219 S. High Street, Muncie, IN 47305 or by e-mailing info@munciehighstreet.com.

First United Methodist Church of Mishawaka, Ind., immediately seeks a director of student ministries. Located in the greater South Bend community, which is blessed with excellent colleges, including the University of Notre Dame and Bethel College, Mishawaka area schools and their students are among the state’s best in many respects. First UMC’s ministry for youth is ready to break out in exciting ways with the leader that God has called to unlock it with a high energy design. The vitality of student ministry in this emerging congregation has been demonstrated in camp ministry growth from 22 in 2005 to nearly 100 in recent years. First UMC’s vision for the future of this ministry requires an individual who will discern the next steps for reaching our community’s children and youth for Jesus Christ in bold and creative ways. For more information, contact the Rev. Larry Whitehead, senior pastor, at lkwduke@aol.com.

Trinity United Methodist Church of New Albany has an opening for a part-time youth director. This position includes weekly ministry with High School, Middle School. Qualified candidates should have experience with youth ministry and the United Methodist Church. Send resume' to Pastor Bill Shannon, Trinity Church, 2796 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 or e-mail to PastorWmShannon@gmail.com. For questions call 812-944-2229.