What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Director, Campuses & Locations position at Union Church?
This is a full-time position based out of the Maryland office and is not eligible for remote work.
About Us
At Union, we exist for one thing – to unite people with purpose by helping them know God, find freedom, discover purpose, and make a difference. We are Spirit-led, enjoyable, generous, purpose-driven, and excellent. That has been our goal for over 20 years and has guided us every single day. We are one church meeting in 8 different locations, and while we're amazed by what God is doing, we aren’t stopping here. What happens next will be beyond what we can imagine. Our vision has always been to impact lives by making church as accessible as possible to as many people as possible. That’s why leading people isn’t just an expectation; it’s a necessity. It’s a cornerstone of our culture. It’s why we’re always seeking leaders—leaders like you—to bring your skills to Union. We want to help you become the person God made you to be.
More about our story
More about our beliefs
More about Pastor Stephen & Pastor Zai Chandler
As the Project Director for the Executive Pastor of Campuses and Locations, you will have a multifaceted role that involves overseeing various aspects of project management and serving the Executive Pastor as needed. The Project Director possesses an above-average administrative skillset (planning, calendaring, budgeting, etc.), is incredibly detailed, a quick-thinker, and anticipates needs in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. This role works in partnership with internal stakeholders of Union Church to ensure excellence at a high standard and that Union is equipped and prepared while managing all deliverables from inception to completion.
Here’s The Breakdown
Project Management
Relational Connections
Benefits & Compensation
Union Church offers a generous compensation package. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. In addition to the total compensation package, Union Church staff receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and paid holiday days.
Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity
About Us
At Union, we exist for one thing – to unite people with purpose by helping them know God, find freedom, discover purpose, and make a difference. We are Spirit-led, enjoyable, generous, purpose-driven, and excellent. That has been our goal for over 20 years and has guided us every single day. We are one church meeting in 8 different locations, and while we're amazed by what God is doing, we aren’t stopping here. What happens next will be beyond what we can imagine. Our vision has always been to impact lives by making church as accessible as possible to as many people as possible. That’s why leading people isn’t just an expectation; it’s a necessity. It’s a cornerstone of our culture. It’s why we’re always seeking leaders—leaders like you—to bring your skills to Union. We want to help you become the person God made you to be.
More about our story
More about our beliefs
More about Pastor Stephen & Pastor Zai Chandler
As the Project Director for the Executive Pastor of Campuses and Locations, you will have a multifaceted role that involves overseeing various aspects of project management and serving the Executive Pastor as needed. The Project Director possesses an above-average administrative skillset (planning, calendaring, budgeting, etc.), is incredibly detailed, a quick-thinker, and anticipates needs in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. This role works in partnership with internal stakeholders of Union Church to ensure excellence at a high standard and that Union is equipped and prepared while managing all deliverables from inception to completion.
Here’s The Breakdown
Project Management
- Develop and maintain all project plans, ensuring clear schedules, scopes, and budget estimations.
- Implement project implementation plans, including risk mitigation strategies, to ensure smooth execution.
- Coordinate with staff members to ensure timely and accurate completion of all project components.
- Oversee the annual church calendar, the Executive Pastor’s Calendar, and serves as the manager of the Monday.com software for Union Church Campuses and Locations.
- Oversee the effective onboarding of new hires, ensuring they have training schedules, resources, and clear milestones.
- Facilitate department-wide trainings, milestone celebrations, and team-building events to strengthen team unity.
- Works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and operational consistency across all of Union’s campuses and locations.
- Serves as the day-to-day project manager of all teams within the Campuses department, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of all components
- Volunteer Development, event planning, logistic planning, etc.
- Data input/Management
- This description is not all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary
Relational Connections
- Pastors, Coordinators, Coaches, Captains, Volunteer teams, Pastoral Staff, Attendees, and Vendors
- Loves Jesus & His Word
- Believes in & operates in the gifts of the Spirit
- Lives a life that represents Jesus & His Church
- Loves Union Church, loves the mission, family is all in
- High priority on loving people
- Critical thinker with great decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- 3-5 years of experience in a program management role
- 3-5 years of experience leading teams of diverse skill sets
- 3-5 years of experience in event management, creative management, or hospitality preferred
- 5 years’ experience leading in a high-level ministry role
- Bachelor’s degree in business, or related field
- High-level communication and relational strengths
- Ability to make sound, critical decisions under pressure
- Analytical thinking and solution-oriented
- Great attention to detail and time-management skills
- Management experience
- Experience working or high-level volunteering for a church/non-profit
- Proficient in Google Drive Suite
- Flexible schedule. (Workweek is Sunday-Thursday. Frequent night and weekend availability will be requested)
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for 30 minutes.
Benefits & Compensation
Union Church offers a generous compensation package. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. In addition to the total compensation package, Union Church staff receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and paid holiday days.
Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity
- At Union Church, every staff member is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individual’s capacity to represent Union Church’s beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member Union Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Union Church. Learn more about what we believe at Union Church.
- While we unite around our mission, we know unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to be intentional about strengthening our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity, visit our careers page.
