Job Opening at Gilroy Presbyterian Church
Job Opening for Gilroy Presbyterian Church:
Family Ministry Director
Reports to: Senior Pastor Department: Christian Education
Supervises: Children and Youth volunteers
Classification: Full-time or Part-time (Negotiable contingent upon availability and salary)
Salary Range: $60,000+ for full-time/ Negotiable contingent upon qualifications and
experience
I. JOB SUMMARY:
To prepare God’s people for works of service so that the body of Christ may be built up (Ephesians
4:12), with emphasis on planning, coordinating, directing, and leading weekly Family Ministries. The
The Family Ministries Director will oversee the life and direction of the Children and Youth Ministry
operations, teaching, and volunteer care.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -
Coordinate and maintain excellent elementary, middle, and high school ministry
operations, including Sunday mornings, mid-week programs, and special events/ projects.
Develop weekly thematic plans and select appropriate focus and activities for
elementary students (grades K-5) and youth (middle and high school) with
participatory emphasis
Communicate plans to staff, volunteer teams, and the church promptly
Supervise and facilitate children’s and youth activities: games, small groups, music,
spiritual formation
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to assist with children’s and youth
activities
Schedule and direct special events, i.e., Day Camp, TNT, family game night, movie
night, Fall Festival, Exploratorium, etc.
Participate in staff and ministry leadership meetings.
Communication with families and students on an ongoing basis via social media,
online worship and other innovative modes
Manages the care and use of facilities used for Family Ministries and is responsible for
light custodial and maintenance as needed. Responsible for alerting the Pastor or the Office
ManagerAdministrator to larger needs
Manage and structure the budget in collaboration with the Christian Education Committee
and/or Session
Perform other duties as assigned by Pastor, Christian Education, and/or Personnel
Committees
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III. Required Personal Attributes:
Applicant possesses physical, mental, interpersonal, and creative qualities that enable
him/her to effectively execute all duties that are typically encountered and reasonably
expected while serving in the role of Interim Family Ministries Coordinator.
IV. Qualifications and Experience
College degree (highly desirable)
Experience leading
Ability to lead and mentor volunteer team(s)
Strong organizational and people skills
Possess technology and social media skills and experiences
Possess a positive attitude and the ability to motivate and praise others
Strong Christian commitment to serving as a disciple of Christ (highly desirable)
V. Compensation
$60,000+ and/or Negotiable and commensurate with education level, skillsets, and/or
experiences
Health Benefits (contingent upon Full-time and minimum staffing)
VI. DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open until filled
VII. Beginning Date: Per recommendation of the Personnel Committee and Approval by
the Session
VII. Application Procedure:
Submit Gilroy Presbyterian Church Application (printable on GPC website: About Us)
Letter of Intent, which can be emailed to gene@gilroypres.org
Resume and three (3) current letters of reference to:
Gene Sakahara, Chair, Personnel Committee
Gilroy Presbyterian Church, 6000 Miller Ave., Gilroy, CA 95020
Phone: (408) 842-3000