March 8, 2023 First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah has an opening for a newly created position, Director of Children's Ministries (Part-Time, Non-Exempt Position). If you are interested in serving God in a very special way this might be an excellent opportunity. The position job description is below along with an application form. Submit a completed application along with a resume of related skills and experience to: Position Summary: Provides leadership, training, and support in the area of children ministries within First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah ("FPCU"). Responsibilities: 1. Plans, implements, and oversees a Christ centered education program for children. a. Provides for Sunday morning programs for children, birth through 5th grade. b. Teaches Sunday School curriculum as approved by the Senior Pastor and Christian Education Elder. c. Ensures purchases are made for supplies as needed for Sunday School and Nursery Ministries. d. Keeps detailed records of Nursery and Sunday School students and their attendance. e. Understands, abides by and enforces "First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah (FPCU) Safe Church Misconduct and Abuse Prevention Policy ('Safe Church')" to ensure child safety. f. Forms healthy relationships with children and parent attendees of First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah. g. Follows up and forms healthy relationships with new families with children. 2. Oversees paid and volunteer staff for children. a. Recruits, trains, and schedules volunteers for Sunday School and Church sponsored events. b. Works closely with the Christian Education elder and others to implement programs, develop leadership, and ensure ministry alignment with the Church's mission statement: "First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah exists to share the love and truth of Jesus Christ with each other, our community and the world." 3. Plans, implements, and oversees community outreach events for children and their families, such as Vacation Bible School ("VBS"), Trunk or Treat (during Halloween), and Easter Egg events. a. Recruits and trains volunteers (ensure they are Safe Church approved for VBS) b. Oversees promotion of events, through social media, flyers, bulletins, etc. c. Follows up with children and families who attend to welcome them to FPCU. 4. Proposes the Children's Ministry budget for the following year to the Christian Education Elder. Requirements: 1. High School diploma or equivalent with at least two years of documented continued education or experience working with children from infants to 5th graders, or related experience. 2. Safe Church training, background checks and fingerprinting (AB506). 3. Current CPR and First Aid Training Certifications or to be completed within 30 days from date of hire. 4. Knowledge of the Bible. 5. Knowledge of stages of child development with educational best practices for each (or commitment to learning the same). 6. Personal commitment to the Christian faith and practice of life-giving disciplines that promote one's own ongoing spiritual health (worship, fellowship, prayer etc.), 7. Participation in the church life of First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah. 8. The desire, joy, and enthusiasm to work in Children's Ministries. 9. Completion of work authorization ("I-9") for proof to be able to work in the United States. Reports to: Accountable to the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff and to the Session through the Personnel Ministry Team. Time Expectations: The duties of the Director of Children's Ministry are expected to require up to 15 hours every week, including Sundays, with occasional additional hours above 15 hours due to special events. The working of additional hours must have prior approval of the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff and so noted on the timecard. Hours will be paid from the signed and approved timecard only. Additional Benefits: Study Leave: After six months of continual successful performance and with Session approval, the employee may request one week of paid study leave (15 hours) per year plus the reimbursement of related costs up to a maximum of $375/year so that the employee may enrich his/her understanding of being a Disciple of Christ. Sick Leave: One hour of sick leave for every 30 hours of work. Flexible schedule. To be considered for this position, please fill out application and submit with resume to: john@fpcukiah.org /or mail to: John Melsness, Senior Pastor First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah 514 W Church St., Ukiah CA 95482 707.468.9235 First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah 514 West Church Street - Ukiah, CA 95482 (707) 468-9235 APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT PERSONAL INFORMATION Date: ___________ NAME: (Last) (First) (Middle) ________________________________________________________________________________ SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:__________________________________________________ ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________________ CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE ________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE: Home____________________________ Cell______________________ EMAIL _________________________________________________________________________ Have you ever applied to or worked for First Presbyterian Church before? 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I further certify that I, the undersigned applicant, have personally completed this application. I understand that any omission or misstatement of material fact on this application or on any document used to secure employment shall be grounds for rejection of this application or for immediate discharge if I am employee, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery. __________ (initials) I hereby authorize First Presbyterian Church of Ukiah (FPCU) to thoroughly investigate my references, work record, education and other matters related to my suitability for employment and, further, authorize the references, I have listed to disclose to FPCU any and all letters, reports and other information related to my work records, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, I hereby release FPCU, my former employers and all other persons, corporations, partnerships and associations from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such investigation or disclosure. __________ (initials) I understand that nothing contained in the application, or conveyed during any interview which may be granted or during my employment, if hired, is intended to create an employment contract between me and the FPCU. In addition, I understand and agree that if I am employed, my employment is for no definite or determinable period and may be terminated at any time, with or without prior notice, at the option of either myself or FPCU, and that no promises or representations contrary to the foregoing are binding on FPCU unless made in writing and signed by me and FPCU's designated representative. __________ (initials) Should a search of public records (including records documenting an arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment) be conducted by internal personnel employed by FPCU, I am entitled to copies of any such public records obtained by FPCU unless I mark the check box below. 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