Children's Ministry Volunteer Coordinator

Job Summary 

The Children’s Ministry Volunteer Coordinator will report directly to the Children’s Ministry Director, and is responsible for providing a positive, welcoming atmosphere for all Children’s Ministry volunteers. He or she will manage volunteer scheduling to ensure adequate classroom coverage to allow for consistent teaching of God’s Word to the children at Cornerstone Chapel in a safe and loving environment. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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  Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience 

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  Minimum five (2) years of administrative or coordinate experience with increasing responsibility in a professional environment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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  Adept at technology and able to quickly learn new software systems
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  Superior organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
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  Persistence, resourcefulness, drive and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team
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  Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
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  Excellent interpersonal skills and the flexibility to accommodate individuals in varying situations and with varying temperaments

Technologies

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  Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PPT, and Outlook (e-mail & calendaring)
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  Hands on experience with systems commonly used in an office environment (i.e. phones, copiers, printers, etc.)
  

Physical Capabilities

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  Able to sit for extended periods of time in front of a computer
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  Able to bend, kneel, squat and crouch to file materials
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  Able to lift up to 25lbs

Personal Characteristics

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  Affirms Cornerstone Chapel’s Articles of Faith
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  Is deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ
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  Adheres to high ethical standards and exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech and actions towards others
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  Maintains a modest and clean personal appearance consistent with church policy
  

Work Hours

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  Flexible schedule with Wednesday evenings and Sundays required. Christmas and Easter services required

Job Functions and Tasks 

Essential Functions – Volunteer Coordinator

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  Work with the Director of the Children’s Ministry to develop a Christ-centered, positive environment that values volunteers service
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  Manages the long term and short-term scheduling of roughly 500 volunteers for Wednesday and Sunday services
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  Communications via text, email and phone to schedule volunteers
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  Prepares and sends mass volunteer communication emails as needed
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  Maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
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  Process all new volunteer interest forms and coordinate volunteer trainings
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  Run background check and send CPR/AED certification reminders
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  Assist with Children’s Ministry classrooms before, during and after service times
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  Conducts volunteer trainings including planning and executions
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  Establishes and attends volunteer development and monthly appreciation
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  Follow up with welcome or thank you cards to all volunteers
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  Prepares and sends monthly volunteer newsletter email
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  Assists with high level Children’s Ministry Events including VBS
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  Administrative tasks as necessary including preparing volunteer badges, printing schedules and other tasks as necessary