Local Job opportunities in United Methodist Churches in Northern VA
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POSITIONS WANTED
P/T Worship Leader: Vine Church in Dunn Loring is seeking a faith-filled musician/singer to lead Christ-centered worship at a growing seeker-friendly church with a heart for connecting unchurched Northern Virginia to Christ. Part-Time: 20 Hours/Week. Salary Range: $30-35k. 2501 Gallows Rd., Dunn Loring, VA 22027. Please send resumes to pastorkatie@thevineva.org. Full job description can be found at: theVineVA.org. (September 2023)
Camp Director: The Board of Directors for Camp Highroad (Middleburg, VA) seek a Camp Director. Camp Highroad exists to be an outdoor ministry set apart to serve, grow and renew all who visit. Our Vision is to create expansive and enriching year-round experiences for people of all ages. This vision is anchored in Christianity and supported by a fully equipped staff and engaged community, operating with updated, sustainable systems and facilities. Camp Highroad is a ministry of the United Methodist Church. The Camp Director, under the direction of the Board of Directors, will lead a team of full, part time and seasonal staff to achieve this mission and vision. This will involve supervision of staff, programs and physical plant while ensuring good stewardship of camp finances. All functions and activities will be performed in accordance with the core values of the Camp and all Camp policies. To continue reading the full job description, click here. (August 2023)
LOCAL CHURCH OPPORTUNITIES:
Church Office Manager: Dumfries UMC seeks a Church Office Manager. The candidate is ultimately responsible for the efficient operation of the Dumfries United Methodist Church office. More specifically, the DUMC Church Office Manager will: Have the ability to interact with the pastor, leadership board, staff, volunteers, congregation, community members, and guests, in an enthusiastic manner that is helpful, courteous, pleasant, and professional, keep in strict confidence information acquired through the duties of this position, which may be personal in nature to church members and/or staff, serve as the Senior Pastor’s executive assistant, ensure the church office runs smoothly; develop and recommend improved office procedures and systems, and possess the required education and skills. For the full job description, click HERE. (August 2023)
Children’s Ministry Director: Warrenton United Methodist Church is seeking a Director of Children’s Ministry to plan, develop, and direct the Children’s ministry program (Babies-5th Grade) which includes forming a scriptural understanding of what it means to follow Christ, and in turn, engaging children and families through various activities both on-campus and off-campus with the intention of increased outreach and growth (spiritual and physical). The Director will partner with parents and families to disciple all children at the church and will recruit volunteers providing for their appropriate planning/training. This is a part-time position (15-20 hours per week). To apply, email resumes to: pastorjay@warrentonumc.org. Qualifications include graduation from an accredited college/university with a BA in Christian Education or other related studies preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (August 2023)
Children’s Choir Director: Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Alexandria, VA is seeking a part-time Children’s Choir Director to reinvigorate the choral program for children. This part-time position is approximately 4 hours per week under the direction of the Lead Pastor and Music Director, in coordination with the Director of Children’s Ministries. Click here for a full position description. Interested candidates should reach out to Jill Cox at jcox@aldersgate.net. (August 2023)
Director of Next Generation Ministries: Messiah UMC (Springfield) seeks a Director of Next Generation Ministries. This is a newly formed position who is responsible for establishing and overseeing programming that provides for faith development in young people from infancy to high school graduation, empowering them to form a strong relationship with Jesus Christ. The Director will have a significant role in establishing and executing the Next Generation Ministry Plan in coordination with the Pastors, Staff, Laity and Youth Council. Read the full job description HERE. (August 2023)
P/T Director of Modern Worship: St. Matthew’s UMC in Annandale, VA is hiring. The Worship Leader will lead congregational music in worship at the worship service, a service that utilizes the contemporary music model but also incorporates hymns and ancient texts. The Worship Leader will be a faithful Christian who has a passion for worship and is open to working in a team environment. The Worship Leader will have vocal and instrumental proficiency and be able to recruit members for the praise band when needed. Knowledge of worship songs and hymns and the ability to incorporate both in services are critical. This is an opportunity for the Worship Leader to let their light shine as we seek to reestablish Modern Worship at St. Matthew’s. Until this service is fully operational, we expect the Worship Leader to assist with a blended service combining both the best of Traditional and Modern Worship. For a detailed description visit this link. To apply please send a letter of interest and resume to Pastor Mike Plasters at mplasters@stmatthewsumc.org. (July 2023)
P/T Nursery Caregiver: Come join our team! Wesley UMC in Vienna, VA has openings for part-time nursery caregivers for ages birth through three years of age. This position helps provide supervision and care of children in the Nursery during worship and occasionally other church-related events under the guidance and direction of the Nursery Coordinator. Please contact drunaldue@wesleyvienna.org. Job Description available upon request. (July 2023)
Director of Community Engagement: Messiah UMC, Springfield, seeks a Director of Community Engagement, this person will provide visionary and staff level leadership in coordination with the Pastoral staff and Church leadership bodies. This position oversees the Church’s efforts to implement multiple parts of its mission: “Serving God By Serving Others.” Click HERE for the full job description. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume and 3 references to jobs@messiahumc.org. Applications will be accepted until 15 August. Salary Range is $65-70K. (July 2023)
F/T Assistant Director of Church Weekday School & Child Care Center: St. Matthew’s UMC Weekday School is seeking a motivated, self-starting professional with a background in Early Childhood Education/Development to take on the role of Assistant Director in Annandale, VA. The position is year-round and full-time with an 8 hour shift that will depend on center needs. Hours for the position are conducted Monday through Friday. For a full job description, please click here. Send resumes to mplasters@stmatthewsumc.org. (July 2023)
F/T Director of Church Weekday School & Child Care Center: St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church is seeking a Director for the church weekday school and child care center. For a detailed job description, please click here. Send resumes or questions to Mike Plasters, Lead Pastor at mplasters@stmatthewsumc.org. (July 2023)
P/T Accessibility & Inclusion Ministry Coordinator: Grace UMC is hiring an Accessibility & Inclusion Ministry (AIM) Coordinator to support Grace’s goal of being a church open to people of all abilities. This position coordinates two primary ministry programs and contributes to the overall awareness and accessibility of all church ministry areas to people with disabilities. This is a part time (10 hours per week) position. Click HERE for a full job description. (July 2023)
Nursery Attendant: Franconia United Methodist Church is seeking an hourly Nursery Attendant to provide care in the church’s nursery, under the direction of the Director of Children’s Ministry. The Nursery Attendant must be available to work from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Sundays and additional hours on special worship days such as Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Christmas Eve. Times may change on special worship days. Full details of the position can be found here. Applicants must submit a current resume and cover letter to Jobs@FranconiaUMC.org. (July 2023)
P/T Music Director: Calvary UMC, Arlington, is seeking a music director to promote leadership in developing and implementing the music ministries of Calvary United Methodist Church, and to actively engage the congregation in worship through music. For a full job description, please click here. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to: Calvarystaffjobs@gmail.com. (July 2023)
P/T Facilities Maintenance Manager: The church facilities at Calvary UMC are used for multiple worship services, community gatherings, mission events, and a long running preschool. The Facilities Manager for Calvary UMC is crucial in ensuring that the church continues to be an inviting faith home for the Arlington community. The Facility Maintenance Manager will perform general maintenance and repairs for the Calvary United Methodist Church buildings. This includes the church sanctuary, office and general use spaces, and the Calvary Preschool Skidmore building. This is a part-time position with flexible hours and an expectation of 10-15 hours on site (in Arlington, VA) during the week. To apply email your resume to: calvarystaffjobs@gmail.com. To see the full job description: Click Here. (July 2023)
P/T Director of Senior Adult Ministries: Grace UMC in Manassas, VA is hiring a Director of Senior Adult Ministries to lead a thriving program that reflects the spiritual, social, and physical needs of adults 55 years of age and older in the congregation. This person would also reach out to individuals in that age group in the church’s neighborhood and community. This is a part time (15 hours per week) position. Click HERE for a full job description. To apply, please submit a resume with a cover letter to Rev. Jessica Lunsford at office@umcgrace.org. (July 2023)
F/T Director of Youth Ministries & Missions: Grace UMC in Manassas, VA is hiring a full-time Director of Youth Ministries & Missions. This person will assist the church in accomplishing its mission to reflect the grace of God in how we welcome, love, and serve the world and one another. The position ensures that Grace’s programs for youth and their parents, young adults, and ministries of community engagement and mission are sustainably structured, aligned with our mission and vision, and executed with excellence. Click HERE for a full job description. To apply, please submit a resume with a cover letter to Rev. Jessica Lunsford at office@umcgrace.org. (July 2023)
P/T Assistant Teacher: Trinity Preschool, Alexandria, seeks an energetic, enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in the operation of a play-based classroom. Trinity Preschool is a neighborhood preschool for children 2 through PreK committed to learning and growing through play. For the full job description, click HERE. (June 2023)
P/T Lead Teacher: Trinity Preschool, Alexandria, seeks a lead teacher to provide a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for the students. Trinity Preschool is a half day, neighborhood preschool for children 2 through PreK committed to learning and growing through play. For a full job description, click HERE. (June 2023)
P/T Office Assistant: Trinity Preschool, Alexandria, seeks an office assistant to assist in the organizational and administrative tasks to support the operation of Trinity’s Preschool. Trinity Preschool is a neighborhood preschool for children 2 through PreK committed to learning and growing through play. For the full job description, click HERE. (June 2023)
Production Coordinator: Herndon UMC is hiring a Production Coordinator, effective immediately. The Production Coordinator is responsible for managing the audio/visual production of worship services and other church activities, while also supporting the administrative work of the church office. This 30-hour-per-week position holds a Thursday-Monday work schedule, with hours being mostly daytime with occasional evening work and some flexibility in the work schedule. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Please click here to apply or to find the full job description. (June 2023)
P/T Nursery Attendant: Friendship United Methodist Church is seeking an hourly Nursery Attendant to provide care in the church’s nursery, under the direction of the Director of Children’s Ministry. The Nursery Attendant must be available to work from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Sunday mornings. (The attendant will have the opportunity to work on other special holidays such as Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Christmas Eve. Times for these opportunities will vary.) CLICK HERE for a full job description. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Rev. James Harrington at pastor@FriendshipChurchNova.org or call 703-493-0776. (June 2023)
P/T Director of Senior Adult Ministries: Grace UMC in Manassas, VA is seeking a part-time Director of Senior Adult Ministries. This person will lead a Senior Adult Ministry program that reflects the spiritual, social and physical needs of adults 55 years of age and older in the congregation and reaches out to individuals in that age group in the church’s neighborhood and community. Click here for full job description. To apply, please submit a resume with a cover letter to Rev. Jessica Lunsford at office@umcgrace.org. This part-time position is for 15 hours per week and a salary range of $15-$20 per hour commensurate with experience. (June 2023)
F/T Director of Communications & Operations: Vine Church in Dunn Loring is seeking a creative team-player to join our staff full time as the Director of Communications & Operations. The Director will create, organize, plan and implement effective communications messages and strategies for church and community audiences. In addition, they will offer administrative leadership to ensure the day-to-day running of the Vine Church office and facility. The full job description can be found at theVineVA.org. Send resumes to pastorkatie@thevineva.org. (June 2023)
P/T Tech Director: Vine Church in Dunn Loring is seeking a part-time Technical Director who will support worship services and special events to ensure technical excellence both in-person and online. Part Time/Salaried Position: 13 Hours/Week (Required 6 Hours must include Wednesday from 7-9PM and Sundays 8AM-Noon, other hours flexible.) The full job description can be found at theVineVA.org. Send resumes to pastorkatie@thevineva.org. (June 2023)
P/T Sunday Morning Part-Time Nursery Worker: Vine Church in Dunn Loring is seeking a friendly, outgoing and reliable part-time Nursery Assistant Sunday mornings from 9:15am – 12:30 pm. Must have experience working with infants and preschoolers and hold current CPR/First Aid Certification for infants and children by the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Compensation $10-20/hr. Please contact Sam Poe, Children’s Director at sampoe@thevineva.org. (June 2023)
Preschool Director: Franconia UMC seeks a Director of the All God’s Children Preschool. Under the direction of the Pastor, the Director of All God’s Children (AGC) leads the church in its ministry to young children and their families via a weekly day-school program. The AGC Director administers the program through direct, daily supervision of teachers and aides. The Director works closely with the Pastor to ensure the AGC’s curriculum, care of children, and outreach are consistent with teachings and goals of the Franconia United Methodist Church (FUMC). The AGC Director provides encouragement and support to staff and sets the tone for a loving, caring environment for all: children, parents, and staff. The AGC Director ensures proper documentation and inspection requirements are met in order to maintain the AGC license with all necessary local and state regulatory, health, and safety agencies. View the full job description HERE. (June 2023)
F/T Director of Music Ministry: Sydenstricker United Methodist Church is looking for a full-time (32 hours a week) Director of Music Ministry. The successful candidate is an individual of Christian faith with training and experience in choral and hand bell direction. The Director of Music Ministry is responsible for the direction, implementation, scheduling, and enhancement of the music program at Sydenstricker and works closely with the Senior Pastor to provide a passionate, meaningful worship where people can experience God. The Director of Music Ministry is responsible for all individuals and groups providing music for worship services and should have a desire to grow adult, youth and children’s vocal and bell groups by providing adequate direction, leadership, instruction, practice and performance across the broad spectrum of ages, musical abilities, and worship experience levels. Please visit the SUMC website for a complete job description and information on how to apply. (May 2023)
P/T Organist/Accompanist: Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Alexandria, VA is seeking a part-time organist to accompany weekly Sunday morning service. This part-time position is approximately 8-10 hours per week under the direction of the Lead Pastor and Adult Choir Director. Please click here for full job description. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, video or audio sample, and list of references. Please send to office@aldersgate.net. (May 2023)
P/T Youth Ministry Director: St. Thomas UMC, Manassas, VA, is seeking a part-time youth ministry director to lead its growing youth ministry of 20 to 25 teens and a team of 8 to 10 dedicated volunteers. An ideal candidate brings a passion for reaching the next generation as well as good time management, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Click Here for a full job description. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Janie Russell, Chair of Staff Parish Relations Committee, ptjanie1@gmail.com. (May 2023)
P/T Communications Officer: Old Bridge UMC is seeking a Part Time Communications Officer whose role it will be to innovate a content strategy that engages church and community members in church activities, mission work, and outreach projects. Through the use of targeted social media, website updates, and bulk email communications the Communications Officer will inform and educate internal and external audiences of ministry and discipleship opportunities in the church community. This role will also assume responsibility for the basic support of the church office, for maintaining the online church calendar, and for coordinating the publication of church wide communications. Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@oldbridgechurch.org. (May 2023)
F/T Director of Youth and Missions: Fairfax United Methodist Church in the City of Fairfax, Northern Virginia, is seeking a full time Director of Youth and Missions. The responsibilities include the spiritual care, discipleship, and development of an established youth group of approximately 25 students. Additionally, this position serves as the staff person related to the mission ministry of the church, which includes many volunteers and ministries already in place. The Director of Youth and Missions works with a committed, passionate staff dedicated to being Christ’s presence in our community and world. This is a full-time position with health and retirement benefits. To inquire further, or receive a full job description, please send an email to youthmissiondirectorfumc@gmail.com. (May 2023)
F/T Director of Music Ministry: Centreville United Methodist Church has a long tradition of excellence in music and places a high value on the importance of music in the worship life of the church. We believe that a strong music ministry for all ages has been a critical factor in the growth, vitality, and spiritual life of the church. This is a full-time position at a large, vibrant, mission-oriented church in Northern Virginia. The Director of Music Ministry will oversee the operation of all traditional music at CUMC including vocal and handbell choirs for children, youth, and adults. The Director will lead all aspects of the traditional music ministry necessary for excellent, spirit-filled worship, including literature selection and preparation of vocalists and instrumentalists. To learn more about the position and to apply go to www.centreville-umc.org/welcome/employment. (May 2023)
Director of Youth Ministry: Sydenstricker UMC, in Springfield, is seeking a Director of Youth Ministry to plan, coordinate and lead all aspects of the ministry program for youth grades seven through twelve. This includes developing disciples through a comprehensive approach that involves mission opportunities, relationship building and outreach, while serving as spiritual leader, mentor and role model. The Director of Youth Ministry is responsible for encouraging youth to develop a relationship with Christ, nurturing their spiritual growth and challenging them to respond to God’s call to serve the church, the community, and the world. Please visit the SUMC website for a complete job description and information on how to apply. (May 2023)