Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist jobs in Grand Island, NE

Following trends established by the Nebraska Synod and Churchwide ELCA organization, and due to pastoral shortages nationwide, this will be a lay position that will focus on discipleship, developing leaders, engaging and energizing different groups, and bringing others to experience a deeper connection through faith.

To view full job description and apply, visit this link: https://firstlutherankearney.org/employment-opportunities/

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Director of Youth Engagement

a. Coordinate and lead First Lutheran Youth (FLY) activities (9-12 grade)

2. Director of Congregational Engagement

a. Lead Stephen Ministry Program at First Lutheran connecting congregation members to one another

3. Director of Community Engagement

a. Engage with the community intentionally and proactively

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university or equivalent work experience required. Masters level education preferred.
• Extensive experience either through volunteer work or a paid staff position in an ELCA congregation

Knowledge / Skills

• Computer knowledge, Microsoft programs preferred.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.

Language Requirements

• Fluent and proficient with the English language both in its written and oral forms.

Mathematical Requirements

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide complex numbers.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to exercise reasonable independent judgment to solve problems.
• Ability to look ahead, anticipate challenges in order to meet multiple deadlines.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to see, hear, stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, and stoop.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds from floor to 5 feet.
• Ability to operate a vehicle.

Attendance

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person