Valley & Mountain (Seattle, WA) seeks candidates who are passionate about helping children to develop their sense of wonder, spiritual imagination, and courage to apply for the part-time position of Director of Children’s Ministry.

Read more at: https://valleyandmountain.org/about/job-opening

Edmonds United Methodist Church in Edmonds, Washington is seeking to hire a part-time (30 hours per week) Director of Family Ministries.

A vibrant, energetic, reconciling* congregation, Light of the Hill United Methodist Church in Puyallup is seeking a Guitarist/Song Leader to play with our Psalm 150 Praise Band for congregational singing, occasional special music during Sunday worship, and the occasional special service.

Successful candidates will be: highly proficient on the guitar, able to play both from standard notation and a lead sheet with chords, able to sight-read music, appreciative of how music can deepen and enrich the worship experience, willing to work with others and welcoming to a diverse lot of musicians. Must pass a national background check. Needs to be available: Sunday 7:45 am to 10:30 am; Monday evenings for rehearsals 5:45 to 8:00 pm. It is not required to be a Methodist or a Christian to apply, only willing to learn our songs and be respectful of our worship.

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, and 3 work-related references (does not need to be music related) to Lothumc@comcast.net. $400 per month.  

*Reconciling congregations accept ALL people in full participation in the church.

Edmonds United Methodist Church in Edmonds, Washington is looking to hire a part-time Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee the business and financial support functions of the church. The 30-hour per week exempt senior staff position reports to the Pastor.

Wallingford United Methodist Church (WUMC) is a progressive, reconciling church of 150-200 members and friends that celebrates diversity, affirms the inclusiveness of God, and actively works for peace and justice locally and globally. We seek to minister with all people, regardless of race/ethnicity, socio-economic status or sexual/affectional orientation. We affirm that everyone is a person of sacred worth.

Position Description

The Director of Children, Youth and Family (CYF) Ministry works with members and church leadership to develop, implement, and oversee programs for children, youth, and families in support of the ministry of WUMC, with the goal of strengthening the connection of children, youth and families to their faith, to this community, and to the larger world.

The CYF Director builds direct connections with and advocates for children, youth and families; recruits and supports volunteers; collaborates with staff and church members; and develops and maintains program budgets, records, and communications.

We are looking for a person who:

• has faith and call consistent with WUMC’s progressive Christianity.
• empathizes and enjoys working with children, youth and families
• collaborates with staff and supports volunteers
• effectively uses technology for communication while also building connections in real life
• has solid organizational, planning, goal-setting, and project management skills

Helpful Competencies: Experience working with children, youth, volunteers, diverse communities, and/or faith communities; knowledge of lesson-planning, of stages of social and spiritual development, and/or of Safe Sanctuary guidelines.

Employment type: part-time

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Hours: 20 to 30 hours per week, negotiable with employer upon hiring         

A more detailed description of the job and its requirements will be sent to applicants before interviews.

To apply, please email both a cover letter and résumé to wallingfordumcjobs@gmail.com, or mail to:

Wallingford UMC 
2115 N 42nd St.
Seattle, WA 98103
ATTN: SPRC

Wallingford United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Kent United Methodist Church (www.kentmethodist.com) is seeking a Director of Children’s Discipleship to join our staff team. The ideal candidate will be excited about building authentic relationships with children, from birth to 6^th grade, and their families that model and foster a life of discipleship in accordance with our mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. 

The Director of Children’s Discipleship is directly responsible for overseeing the Children’s Ministries of Kent UMC, specifically:

1. Developing relationships with all KUMC children and their families in order to facilitate the formation of lifelong, life-giving, personal, transformational relationships with God in Jesus Christ.
2. Recruiting, training and nurturing an effective team of volunteers.
3. Integrating children and whole families into every aspect of the life of the church.
4. Overseeing the church’s Children’s Choir Director, nursery and staff, and acting as church liaison and board member with our Mom’s Day Out program and scouting programs.
5. Preparing and managing the children’s ministry budget and fundraising projects.
6. Infusing a joyful and welcoming atmosphere into all children’s ministry programs.
7. Overseeing children’s special events/activities including the children’s Christmas program.

The Director of Children’s Discipleship will achieve these initiatives by:

1. Regularly praying for KUMC children, families, volunteers, and the children’s discipleship programs, and facilitating a joyful and welcoming presence within children’s ministry, in order to change the world, one child at a time.
2. Providing leadership, training, resources, spiritual support, and encouragement to the volunteers and paid staff working within the area of children’s ministry, including obtaining and distributing Sunday school curriculum, holding monthly teacher meetings and team fellowship opportunities.
3. Being a central presence on Sunday mornings, welcoming families, answering questions, and assisting volunteers.
4. Being part of worship by writing and presenting the weekly Children’s Sermon, and coordinating the acolyte ministry.
5. Coordinating child-oriented, family-centered worship and fellowship opportunities.
6. Ensuring that news, key information and priorities are communicated clearly to families and leaders through personal, electronic, social, and print media.
7. Working with the pastor and other church staff in developing and leading programs to incorporate children and whole families in all phases of the life and worship of the church.

Position Information

Education—College Degree
Experience—3-5 years of successful Children’s Ministry experience
Compensation—commensurate with experience
Job Type—part-time (25-30 hours per week)

Application—send your resume and cover letter to general@kentmethodist.com or by mail:

Kent United Methodist Church
Attention: SPRC
11010 SE 248^th St
Kent, WA 98030

Aldersgate UMC has Vacation Bible School supplies for both Rolling River Rampage and To Mars and Beyond Cokesbury curriculum that we would love to pass along to another church.  Supplies include curriculum, student CDs, puppets, decorations, crafts and more. 

If you are interested in either of these curriculums, please contact Jen Hoerber at cfm@aldersgate-church.org.  

SPCUMC in NE Seattle is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Office Manager.  Interested persons are asked to review the condensed job description below and email a cover letter and resume to the church at sandpointsprc@gmail.com.  This is an hourly position for approximately 25-30 hours per week with fewer summer hours from mid-June to September.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Office Manager will perform and supervise general administrative and clerical duties in support of the Pastor, church staff and laity in their administrative positions.

Primary duties include the production of Sunday bulletin, compiling, printing and mailing of the monthly newsletter, charge conference and year-end reports, telephone management, pastoral correspondence, website management, and filing.

Managerial responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for the short-term building users, approving dates, times and terms of facilities use within the policies of the Trustees.

A more complete job description is available and can be requested.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

• Computer skills necessary including website management
• Experience in office duties
• Pleasant and cheerful presentation on the phone and in office.
• Ability to be flexible re hours and days in office.

MISSION STATEMENT We are an inclusive, caring community-committed to Christ’s work, seeking spiritual growth, and lovingly responding to the needs of God’s world.  We welcome all persons, including members of the LGBTQ + community.

UMC at Lakewood is looking to fill a P/T, paid position for a Director of Youth Ministries.  (10-12 hours per week)

Position Description: We are seeking a unique individual with a passion for young people to develop and implement strategies to connect with teens in the local community to build a youth group and help it to grow and thrive.  The goal of the Youth Leader will be to encourage youth in the development of their own relationships with Jesus Christ while providing an opportunity for them to connect with other youth via worship services, mission projects, special events and involvement within the larger scope of the Church. The Youth Leader position is diverse in responsibilities, detail-oriented and highly relational in nature.

Expectations: Attend Sunday Morning Worship service 10:00-11:30 weekly.  Office hours are flexible but you will keep a detailed log of the work you do whether in the office or from home or in the community. You will work with our vision team to help plan and organize various outreach events in the community, participate in monthly Core Leadership Team meetings, recruit, support and equip volunteers to help with the youth program as it develops. 

Qualifications: Ability to pass WA State Patrol & National Background Check.  Experience working with youth required.  Education preferred. Display personal faith in Jesus Christ. Must be 21+

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and/or education.

Interested parties please send your resume and references to umclakewood@rainierconnect.com

UMC at Lakewood is looking to fill a part time, paid position (approximately 3-5 hours per week) for a Music Director/Worship Leader for our 10am blended worship service on Sunday mornings. 

Position Description: The Music Director / Worship Leader will work directly with the Pastor and the worship team to plan, prepare and execute each weekly worship service with accompanying vocals and instruments.  He/She will be responsible to actively build our worship team and introduce new music to the congregation regularly.

Qualifications:  The ideal candidate will display a personal faith in Jesus Christ.  He/she must be skilled in vocal and instrumental direction. (Guitar and/or Keyboard proficiency preferred)   He/She will be responsible for technology associated with worship including the use of computer and presentation software.  Previous experience leading a worship team is preferred.

Pay will be commensurate with education and experience.

Interested parties please email your resume and references to umclakewood@rainierconnect.com.