Protestant Religious Education Coordinator

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

1. Contract Position Title. Protestant Religious Education Coordinator

2. Scope of Responsibilities.

2.1. The Protestant Religious Education Coordinator facilitates religious education for the Little

Rock AFB Chaplain Corps Protestant Program. The coordinator shall assist the Deputy Wing

Chaplain or designee by performing services in accordance with (IAW) the terms and conditions

in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The PREC must have educational knowledge of

Christian (Protestant) bible literacy, bible narratives, and biblical stories and themes, to educate

or teach others.

2.2. The maximum time that may be expended to complete all duties in this PWS is 80 hours per

month.

2.3. From here on the Protestant Religious Education Coordinator will be referred to as

PREC.

3. Education and Experience Requirement. The PREC must:

3.1. Be a committed, mature individual who works well with others.

3.2. Have the ability to maintain healthy, functional interpersonal relationships with personnel

including chapel staff, PRECs and parishioners. There will be zero tolerance for disrespect,

harassment, or any other behavior toward a staff member that might adversely affect the Air

Force by eroding morale, good order, discipline, respect for authority, unit cohesion, or mission

accomplishment.

3.3. Have the ability and willingness to provide services in a pluralistic and multi-faith chapel

setting.

3.4. Provide evidence of good standing in the Protestant Christian faith. Possess religious

education competence such as 24 college credit hours, formal training that is relevant to this

position, or evidence of at least two years of work in a Protestant Christian ministry context.

Resume should contain academic and work related references; documenting at least two years of

experience within the past five years. The Chapel Primary Point of Contact (POC) will provide

technical review of the level of professional competence.

3.5. Be proficient at using computers and software programs including Microsoft Windows and

Microsoft Office, to include Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and

Microsoft Publisher.

3.6. Must pass background investigation. In accordance with Dept. Of Defense Instruction

(DODI) 1402.5, each individual working with children under the age of 18 must successfully

complete the criminal history background check. Failure to complete the criminal history

background check shall result in termination of the contract. Also, an adverse finding from this

investigation may result in a termination of services. (Background check will be completed at

government expense and will be accomplished after award of the contract.)

3.7. Must receive an adjudication of Favorable (or sufficient eligibility to access unclassified

DoD computer networks) through a government security investigation such as a National

Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or National Agency Check with Law and Credit (NACLC)

before the access to government computer systems can be granted. Failure to obtain eligibility as

stated will result in termination.

4. General Responsibilities.

4.1. The PREC’s responsibilities encompass the establishing, budgeting, planning,

coordinating, advertising, and monitoring of various Protestant Religious Education (RE)

requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting in the evaluation of the Protestant RE

Program and its processes, coordinating volunteer support for any RE related programs, and

planning and implementing improvements for program development with the approval of the

Chapel Primary POC.

4.2. Responsible for coordinating all facility, publicity, supply, and transportation requests with

applicable outside agencies in support of a Protestant RE program. Ensures that volunteers are

available for RE support and that the facility is set up and returned to its previous state and

ensures area(s) used are clean prior to departure.

4.3. No government-owned equipment should be removed from base chapel without prior

approval of the Chapel Primary POC. The PREC is accountable for security and cleanliness

of all facilities utilized in conjunction with their programs.

4.5. Coordinate with the Chapel Primary POC to establish and post a limited amount of office

hours at the chapel within normal duty hours (7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) and on Sunday during

services/activities for the purpose of coordinating activities with the chapel staff and lay

leadership. If hours must be changed due to special events, etc. a notice should be posted. The

PREC will submit a log sheet each month to the Chapel Primary POC in order to keep

accountability.

4.6. Wear appropriate attire consistent with a professional appearance.

4.7. Advertise all parish religious education events/programs on social media and base marketing

venues.

4.7. Comply with all Federal, State, and Local Laws and requirements and Air Force Instructions

which are found to apply to this position.

4.8. Comply with mandatory training required for all PRECs and maintain current training

records.

4.9. Comply with all Air Force computer and information security requirements.

4.10. The Government will provide the shared use of telephones for the transmission of official

Government information only. The PREC shall not use Government telephones to transact

personal business. The Government is not responsible for charges for collect calls accepted by

PREC employees. The use of Government phones by the PREC constitutes consent to

monitoring, in accordance with Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 4640.6,

Communications Security Telephone Monitoring and Recording.

4.11. Most services will be conducted in Base Chapel (Bldg 950) unless notified otherwise.

5. Specific Responsibilities. The PREC will:

5.1. Develop, schedule, recruit volunteers for, assist in all annual Protestant RE programs and

activities. These activities may include, but are not limited to: Children’s RE, Bible Studies,

Vacation Bible School (VBS), RE Kickoff Picnic, and other programs as directed by the Chapel

Primary POC for which additional units are set aside (see Unit Table). All volunteers for

programs that fall under RE will be managed by the PREC.

5.2. In consultation with the Chapel Primary POC, develop an annual calendar of events, Chapel

Tithes and Offering Fund (CTOF) budget, appropriated fund budget, and core religious

education curriculum. The budgets will include anticipated funds required for equipment,

supplies, etc. This information is submitted as required by local Chaplain Corps operating

procedures.

5.3. Coordinate with Protestant program leaders, chaplain advisors, and the Chapel Primary POC

during the creation of the annual calendar of events. Collaborate with Protestant Parish as

required for ecumenical activities, facility sharing needs, etc.

5.4. Recruit volunteers to be RE teachers, helpers, bible study leaders, project officers, event

setup crew, or any other duty required for the Protestant RE program and activities. Provide for

their training including all necessary training materials, for example: literature, training forms,

and supplies. Maintain a current (review quarterly) list of volunteers containing any positions

held, training accomplished and dates of training. Ensure and secure volunteer substitutes for all

Protestant program activities.

5.5. Ensure all adults (over the age of 18) who are working with minors have a current Favorable

background check. Ensure volunteers prepare the proper background check forms, and that those

forms are provided to the appropriate Chapel staff for processing.

5.6. Coordinate and assist Protestant volunteers with the planning and carrying out of programs

including the preparation and submission of facility use forms and CTOF request forms in

accordance with chapel procedures; assist program leaders and laity in ordering goods and

services in support of Protestant RE programs. Accepts or designate a representative to receive

all product and food deliveries including weekends.

5.7. Ensure that volunteers receive recognition and support for their work and keep proper

records of attendance, volunteer worker’s time, and financial expenditures. Organize an annual

Volunteer Appreciation Event as (Volunteer Appreciation Picnic, etc.) as directed by the Chapel

Primary POC.

5.8. Attend staff meetings, off-site meetings, monthly/quarterly Protestant Parish Advisory

Council and Financial Working Group meetings, team building activities, and other meetings if

determined necessary by the Chapel Primary POC to report on programs.

5.9. Draft publicity for programs as directed by the Chapel Primary POC. Prepare and submit

information pertaining to the Protestant community to base paper, base marquees, and other

communication channels. Assist in the preparation of weekly parish bulletins for Chapel

Primary POC coordination, approval and publication. Prepare RE Power Point slide

announcements for the Protestant worship services.

5.10. Submit after-action reports on special events/programs as required.

5.11. Will serve as or appoint volunteer CTOF Project Officers for all RE program purchases.

Submit AF Form 4356, CTOF Purchase Request to Account Manager no later than five duty

days prior to the date the money is required for purchase. The AF Form 4362, Project Officer

Report and all receipts shall be submitted to the Account Manager IAW applicable AFI’s and

local operating procedures.

5.12. Provide statistical program data when requested (i.e. attendance, demographics). Maintain

any documents used or developed for Chapel programs in a shared location (i.e. network “I”

drive) for future reference by the staff or PRECs.

5.13. Be accountable for opening and securing the chapel facility and other facilities used in

conjunction with their programs.

5.14. Coordinates with Chapel Primary POC to provide weekly/monthly classes as required.

6. Substitutions. If a temporary substitute contractor is required, it will be the responsibility of the Contractor to locate a replacement with equal qualifications. The substitute must be approved by the Chapel Primary POC or their designee.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in "3. Education and Experience Requirement" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

APPLY DIRECTLY at: https://music-ministry.jobsoid.com (scroll down to “Little Rock”). Your application must include three (3) references including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting. References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.