Postion Overview: The Children's Minister oversses the children's minstry staff and teams by training and developing team leaders for specific age groups to implement curriculum plans. This position is posted as part-time but it has the potential to be full-time if the individual hired is able to musically lead the children's ministry worship team.
Qualifications:
A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a vital, growing personal relationship with Him
Commitment to moral purity
A member of Ridgeivew Church in good standing
Commitment to the statement of faith, mission, and vision of Ridgeview Church
Humble, teachable, and submissive to church leadership
A heart for spiritual growth of those in the congregation, especially for children
A proficient understanding of the challenges and needs of young people
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with social media
Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
General Expecations:
Maintain an authentic and growing walk with Jesus Christ through daily Bible reading, prayer, and personal worship
Represent Christ and Ridgeview Church well, publicly and privately
Exhibit professionalism by well-groomed appearance and conscientious work ethic
Willingness and ability to work at a fast pace in a variety of settings and circumstances with composure and flexibilty
Willling to work evenings and weekends as needed
Exercise discernment and wise judgment
Treat others with dignity, respect, and compassion
Grace-oriented, has a shepherd's heart, and a good sense of humor
Practice confidentiality when appropriate
Give attention to details with an eye for excellence
Agree to abide by the policies in the Ridgeview Church Employee Handbook
Agree to criminal background and driving record checks
Direct Responsibilites:
Spiritual development of children ages birth to 5th grade
Recruit volunteers to serve in the ministry
Assess and implement training plans for ministry leads
Oversee all children's worship services, including but not limited to, Sunday mornings, Adventure Kids (Wednesday and Thursday evenings), holidays, and special events
Organize and plan children's camps, retreats, and events
Coordinate upkeep of classrooms and resources room including equipment
Oversee maintenance of children's ministry furniture and equipment in classrooms and playground
Manage shared supplies, including cleaning supplies, in classrooms, resource rooms, laundry room, kitchen, and other facility usage areas during children's events
Financial Oversight:
Annual budgeting and reporting
Supervision and oversight of staff budget, hours, spending, and accountability
Payroll management and reporting bimonthly
HR Administration:
Manage children's ministry policies and procedures for staff, volunteers, and parents
Maintain children's ministry staff and volunteer flowchart
Lead administrator for children's ministry's communication tools and systems, including but not limited to, FellowshipOne, Weblink, Planning Center, Subsplash, Ministry Safe, Protect My Ministry, and Ridgeview Church website
