C&MA Employment Opportunities
Listed below are various job/ministry opportunities within the C&MA. To learn more about a particular position use the contact information provided on each opening.
National Office Employment
Listed below are various job/ministry opportunities at the National Office in Colorado Springs, CO.
Director of Communications ›› detailsFull time/Exempt level position
SUMMARY:
The Director of Communications will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing all communications from the C&MA National Office and for providing strategic direction to the communication process across all media channels.
The mission of the C&MA is to know Jesus Christ; exalt Him as Savior, Sanctifier, Healer, and Coming King; and complete His Great Commission:
• Evangelizing and discipling persons throughout the United States; and
• Incorporating them into Christ-centered, community-focused congregations,
• Mobilizing them for active involvement in a missionary effort designed to plant Great Commission churches among both unreached and responsive peoples worldwide.
The individual holding this position must attend an Alliance church and refrain from behavior that detracts from the Christian testimony of The Alliance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Direct the development, coordination, and implementation of C&MA communications projects and campaigns through all media channels. Ensure that all channels are working together to deliver key stories, messages, and themes.
• Provide strategic direction to print, video, Web, and brand managers related to all communications efforts. Direct the Communications leadership team and coordinate efforts to communicate strategically and with one voice.
• Plan and lead Communications Leadership Team meetings and participate in other meetings required to implement and coordinate Alliance communications efforts.
• Coordinate marketing, funding, and branding efforts, including the communication of Alliance vision and mission.
• Ensure that The Alliance deeper-life message flows through C&MA communications.
• Direct the promotion of God-encountering resources to Alliance constituencies.
• Develop and implement an effective story-gathering strategy.
• Direct the inclusion of ministry stories and messages in all media channels.
• Assist in developing community-building avenues with Alliance constituencies.
• Coordinate the dissemination of Alliance strategies and giving opportunities to Alliance internal and external audiences, including messages sent by Church Ministries and International Ministries.
• Promote new and existing resources to Alliance constituencies.
• Develop, implement, and update a communications strategic plan for all communications with an 18-month lead time.
• Oversee the editorial refinement process for all communications channels and resources. Provide editing and writing support, including writing for the C&MA presidents. Give direct oversight to the two staff writers.
• Travel one week per year with a Church Relations team member to Alliance churches to see and hear opinions from pastors and lay leaders.
• Organize, lead, and participate in chapels, religious services, and prayer groups as assigned and fulfill other ministries as may be requested.
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:
• Extensive understanding of The Alliance, including its heritage, vision, mission, and organizational objectives.
• Self-motivated, energetic approach to responsibilities and tasks.
• Supportive and collaborative posture toward office relationships and initiatives.
• Passion for the worldwide work of the C&MA.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of the principles of communications that will speak to specific audiences.
• Understanding of the dynamics of all media channels, including print, video, Web, and editorial.
• Grasp of organizational communication dynamics; ability to effectively present C&MA story to Alliance family members and non-Alliance friends.
• Prefer a person with an advanced degree in Communications or related field.
• Team builder with the ability to provide leadership development.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• A commitment to develop and update GCF materials for the use by the Funding team.
• Established or developing relationships with various leadership segments within the National Office and with national leaders, missionaries, and workers.
• 5 years experience; Non profit background a plus.
If interested, please send a resume along with your Christian testimony to Rhonda Dailey at: daileyr@cmalliance.org
SUMMARY:
The Director of Communications will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing all communications from the C&MA National Office and for providing strategic direction to the communication process across all media channels.
The mission of the C&MA is to know Jesus Christ; exalt Him as Savior, Sanctifier, Healer, and Coming King; and complete His Great Commission:
• Evangelizing and discipling persons throughout the United States; and
• Incorporating them into Christ-centered, community-focused congregations,
• Mobilizing them for active involvement in a missionary effort designed to plant Great Commission churches among both unreached and responsive peoples worldwide.
The individual holding this position must attend an Alliance church and refrain from behavior that detracts from the Christian testimony of The Alliance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Direct the development, coordination, and implementation of C&MA communications projects and campaigns through all media channels. Ensure that all channels are working together to deliver key stories, messages, and themes.
• Provide strategic direction to print, video, Web, and brand managers related to all communications efforts. Direct the Communications leadership team and coordinate efforts to communicate strategically and with one voice.
• Plan and lead Communications Leadership Team meetings and participate in other meetings required to implement and coordinate Alliance communications efforts.
• Coordinate marketing, funding, and branding efforts, including the communication of Alliance vision and mission.
• Ensure that The Alliance deeper-life message flows through C&MA communications.
• Direct the promotion of God-encountering resources to Alliance constituencies.
• Develop and implement an effective story-gathering strategy.
• Direct the inclusion of ministry stories and messages in all media channels.
• Assist in developing community-building avenues with Alliance constituencies.
• Coordinate the dissemination of Alliance strategies and giving opportunities to Alliance internal and external audiences, including messages sent by Church Ministries and International Ministries.
• Promote new and existing resources to Alliance constituencies.
• Develop, implement, and update a communications strategic plan for all communications with an 18-month lead time.
• Oversee the editorial refinement process for all communications channels and resources. Provide editing and writing support, including writing for the C&MA presidents. Give direct oversight to the two staff writers.
• Travel one week per year with a Church Relations team member to Alliance churches to see and hear opinions from pastors and lay leaders.
• Organize, lead, and participate in chapels, religious services, and prayer groups as assigned and fulfill other ministries as may be requested.
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:
• Extensive understanding of The Alliance, including its heritage, vision, mission, and organizational objectives.
• Self-motivated, energetic approach to responsibilities and tasks.
• Supportive and collaborative posture toward office relationships and initiatives.
• Passion for the worldwide work of the C&MA.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of the principles of communications that will speak to specific audiences.
• Understanding of the dynamics of all media channels, including print, video, Web, and editorial.
• Grasp of organizational communication dynamics; ability to effectively present C&MA story to Alliance family members and non-Alliance friends.
• Prefer a person with an advanced degree in Communications or related field.
• Team builder with the ability to provide leadership development.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• A commitment to develop and update GCF materials for the use by the Funding team.
• Established or developing relationships with various leadership segments within the National Office and with national leaders, missionaries, and workers.
• 5 years experience; Non profit background a plus.
If interested, please send a resume along with your Christian testimony to Rhonda Dailey at: daileyr@cmalliance.org
C&MA Auxiliaries
Listed below are employment opportunities at various C&MA Auxiliary Ministries.
Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds
Human Resources Manager ›› details
Typical Duties
- Handling all recruitments and hiring processes for job openings.
- Administering compensation and benefits programs.
- Processing bi-weekly payroll.
- Ensuring organization compliance with Federal and State labor laws.
- Administering organization-wide risk management and safety program.
- Process and track all workers compensation claims.
- Provide assistance to employees and management regarding employment policies and special projects as assigned.
- A basic knowledge of Federal and State employment law and human resources practices.
- Bachelors degree in business administration or human resources management.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access.
- Excellent written and oral communication, organization, and problem solving skills as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality and to prioritize projects.
- A PHR or SPHR certification is highly desired.
- Must be a professing Christian and be willing to accept Alliance Redwoods statement of faith.
Simpson University
Controller ›› details
Description:
This position is primarily responsible for financial and managerial reporting, internal control, compliance, data integrity, accounting and financial system processes. Primary skills needed to successfully execute this job include strong computer skills, especially financial computer applications and institutional database management and demonstrated experience with multi-entity accounting, investment and fiduciary/agency reporting and electronic funds management. This position reports to the Executive Vice President.
Qualifications:
Merlin Weber, Director of Human Resources
Simpson University
(530) 226-4104
mweber@simpsonuniversity.edu.
This position is primarily responsible for financial and managerial reporting, internal control, compliance, data integrity, accounting and financial system processes. Primary skills needed to successfully execute this job include strong computer skills, especially financial computer applications and institutional database management and demonstrated experience with multi-entity accounting, investment and fiduciary/agency reporting and electronic funds management. This position reports to the Executive Vice President.
Qualifications:
- Must possess Certified Public Accountant designation and bachelors degree in accounting or related field
- Minimum of seven years experience in accounting/financial management, preferably in private higher education
- Extensive experience in accounting/financial areas such as auditing, tax, and accounting issues related to multi-corporation not-for-profit organization and its relevant regulatory issues, including knowledge of and experience with regulatory standards and agencies (e.g. GAAP, GAAS, OMB Circular A-133, etc.)
- Strong computer skills in general office software (e.g. Microsoft Office products, especially Excel), financial applications, and institutional database management
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and administrative abilities
- High degree of integrity and professionalism
- Provide strong leadership and sound management for all areas of Finance responsibility, including but not limited to accounting and reporting for treasury, finance accounting grants, endowment, pension, scholarships, tax and regulatory compliance, internal control policies and procedures.
- Manage daily operations of accounting system, financial audit and tax information reporting, and related research and compliance reporting.
- Supervise Finance personnel
- Develop policies and procedures for financial operations consistent with sound internal control, data integrity, and best practices in financial and managerial reporting
- Advise the Simpson University leadership team as appropriate regarding financial matters
Merlin Weber, Director of Human Resources
Simpson University
(530) 226-4104
mweber@simpsonuniversity.edu.
District/Church Openings
Listed below are positions located in various C&MA Districts.
Central Pacific District C&MA
Gatehouse Ministries - Ministry Director Position ›› detailsGatehouse Ministries (GHM) is a small private non-profit organization that exists âto create a nurturing environment of challenge, growth and potential for college-age missionary kids (MKs)â. GHM is seeking a qualified couple to lead it into its next season of ministry as Directors of its college ministry in Redding, California.
Applicants will be a married couple who will model a vibrant Christian testimony, both in their daily walk and in the health of their marriage. They will have an understanding of the special needs of Third Culture Kids (TCKs) and Missionary Kids (MKs) as they transition from life in foreign countries in which they were raised to life in North America.
The Director is a twelve-month resident position that allows for close contact with students on a daily basis. It requires a dedication to students' social, spiritual, intellectual, and emotional development, helping them to prepare for the challenges and responsibilities of living in the world as Christians. The Director is directly responsible to the Gatehouse Board of Directors.
Although the position is a twelve-month position, the ministry operates on the academic calendar. The house is closed from Mid-May to mid-August of each year. It is expected that the directors have significantly more freedom and time off during the summer months, subject to arrangement with volunteers, accounting services and the board of directors.
The Directors are directly responsible for running all aspects of the non-profit organization and the local ministry to MKs. The job includes fund raising, public speaking, written donor communication, accounting, home management, house parenting, discipleship and college ministry. The directors must be willing and able to act with very little supervision and direction â this is a job for self-starting mature individuals who have a vision for ministry to college-age missionary kids. The ideal couple would be empty-nesters with history of international ministry, perhaps former missionaries themselves.
Duties include:
House Parents / College Ministry Directors: Gatehouseâs primary purpose is to minister to the needs of college-age MKs on the campus of Simpson University in Redding California. Gatehouse Ministries owns a house nearby the Simpson campus. The Directors of Gatehouse live in the house and are house parents to 8 college-age MKs most of whom attend college at Simpson.
House Parenting: all aspects of running a large home including meal preparation (with student assistance) five nights per week. Duties also include oversight of college-age men and women living in a family environment, discipleship ministries, mentoring and assistance in practical helps relevant to college-age young people. Some accounting and bookkeeping skills are required as well as some minor home-maintenance skills. The MKs who live in the home are expected to do all weekly chores in exchange for the privilege of living there. The Directors coordinate the efforts of the students in this regard.
College Ministry: Planning and leading a monthly event including coordination of volunteers, preparation, transportation and clean up. In the past, monthly events have included a water day on the lake, hikes in the nearby mountains and an annual 3-day mountain retreat. Additionally, the directors are encouraged to make one-on-one contact with each of the 25-30 MKs on Simpson Campus at least once per year.
Fund raising / coordination of volunteers: Gatehouse has a solid base of support that must be maintained and expanded through regular communication with existing and new donors. The Ministry Directors need to be effective in verbal and written communication and willing to speak in group settings. They must also be able to prepare and send newsletters and email describing the conduct of the ministry and its needs.
Financial Management & Accounting: The Ministry Directors must be able to track and account for income (donations) and expenses using PC-based financial software.
Qualifications:
1. Demonstrated leadership ability with a track-record of acting independently and responsibly, preferably in the context of non-profit organization leadership.
2. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or documented equivalent experience.
3. Should be willing to pursue additional education in the area of ministry to the children of Missionaries and Missionary families (if applicable).
4. Must be committed to the personal development of students as a vocational calling.
5. Effective communication and relational skills and a strong willingness to act as part of a team.
Contact Pierce Ostrander at 530-229-0900
Applicants will be a married couple who will model a vibrant Christian testimony, both in their daily walk and in the health of their marriage. They will have an understanding of the special needs of Third Culture Kids (TCKs) and Missionary Kids (MKs) as they transition from life in foreign countries in which they were raised to life in North America.
The Director is a twelve-month resident position that allows for close contact with students on a daily basis. It requires a dedication to students' social, spiritual, intellectual, and emotional development, helping them to prepare for the challenges and responsibilities of living in the world as Christians. The Director is directly responsible to the Gatehouse Board of Directors.
Although the position is a twelve-month position, the ministry operates on the academic calendar. The house is closed from Mid-May to mid-August of each year. It is expected that the directors have significantly more freedom and time off during the summer months, subject to arrangement with volunteers, accounting services and the board of directors.
The Directors are directly responsible for running all aspects of the non-profit organization and the local ministry to MKs. The job includes fund raising, public speaking, written donor communication, accounting, home management, house parenting, discipleship and college ministry. The directors must be willing and able to act with very little supervision and direction â this is a job for self-starting mature individuals who have a vision for ministry to college-age missionary kids. The ideal couple would be empty-nesters with history of international ministry, perhaps former missionaries themselves.
Duties include:
House Parents / College Ministry Directors: Gatehouseâs primary purpose is to minister to the needs of college-age MKs on the campus of Simpson University in Redding California. Gatehouse Ministries owns a house nearby the Simpson campus. The Directors of Gatehouse live in the house and are house parents to 8 college-age MKs most of whom attend college at Simpson.
House Parenting: all aspects of running a large home including meal preparation (with student assistance) five nights per week. Duties also include oversight of college-age men and women living in a family environment, discipleship ministries, mentoring and assistance in practical helps relevant to college-age young people. Some accounting and bookkeeping skills are required as well as some minor home-maintenance skills. The MKs who live in the home are expected to do all weekly chores in exchange for the privilege of living there. The Directors coordinate the efforts of the students in this regard.
College Ministry: Planning and leading a monthly event including coordination of volunteers, preparation, transportation and clean up. In the past, monthly events have included a water day on the lake, hikes in the nearby mountains and an annual 3-day mountain retreat. Additionally, the directors are encouraged to make one-on-one contact with each of the 25-30 MKs on Simpson Campus at least once per year.
Fund raising / coordination of volunteers: Gatehouse has a solid base of support that must be maintained and expanded through regular communication with existing and new donors. The Ministry Directors need to be effective in verbal and written communication and willing to speak in group settings. They must also be able to prepare and send newsletters and email describing the conduct of the ministry and its needs.
Financial Management & Accounting: The Ministry Directors must be able to track and account for income (donations) and expenses using PC-based financial software.
Qualifications:
1. Demonstrated leadership ability with a track-record of acting independently and responsibly, preferably in the context of non-profit organization leadership.
2. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or documented equivalent experience.
3. Should be willing to pursue additional education in the area of ministry to the children of Missionaries and Missionary families (if applicable).
4. Must be committed to the personal development of students as a vocational calling.
5. Effective communication and relational skills and a strong willingness to act as part of a team.
Contact Pierce Ostrander at 530-229-0900
Northwestern District C&MA
Worship Arts Leader ›› detailsFreshwater Community Church in St. Bonifacius, MN is seeking a fulltime Worship Arts Leader. Freshwater is a thriving C&MA church located just west of Minneapolis. This growing church of 600 seeks to expand its current worship/arts ministry with the addition of an experienced staff member. This person must be able to add value to the congregation with the skill set outlined in the job description. Freshwater's culture is blue jeans and sandals with three key words used to unite: "Real, Relevant, Relational". If you are interested in raising the spiritual climate of the community in this region, please contact info@freshwaterchurch.org and state "worship" in the subject line. Resumes must be received electronically by June 13, 2008. Applicants are encouraged to attach video footage of leading worship in current ministry setting. Applicants may also submit video via USPS to 4319 Steiner Street, St. Bonifacius, MN 55375.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
⢠To facilitate growth of Freshwater through worship and the worships arts.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
⢠Primary Purpose: To bring people into a real and relevant relationship with Jesus Christ.
⢠Ministry Specific Purpose: To foster a worship environment through a variety of worship arts in which people can connect daily living with their relationship with Christ. To develop and mentor Freshwater worship arts ministry teams.
MINISTRY GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
o Develop and mentor worship arts teams and team leaders.
o Give spiritual oversight & encourage discipleship in all those in worship arts ministry.
o Scheduling and oversight to services, rehearsal, productions, etc.
o Develop, train, and implement other creative arts into services as appropriate and planned with Sr. Pastor and teams.
o Assist the Sr. Pastor with vision, brainstorming, and producing creative ideas for use in services and programs.
o Coordinate all elements contributing to the service and special events.
o Coordinate flow (transitions, introductions, cues, etc.) of services.
o Pursue growth in all areas of ministry related to worship arts.
o Actively participate in the ministry of Freshwater.
o Attend weekly staff meetings.
o Attend all weekend worship services.
GIFTS, TALENTS, EXPERIENCES
⢠Passion: to reach the lost and see believers grow into full maturity in Christ. Passion for the development of worship arts leaders. Passion for utilizing current and relevant worship arts to connect people to the heart of Christ.
⢠Abilities: Publicly lead worship, good communication skills, train and teach music and worship, strong vocal skills, proficiency in an instrument.
⢠Personality: people oriented, assertive, empathetic, energetic, self-starter, flexible, good sense of humor, innovative, imaginative, adaptable
⢠Preferred Experiences: current experience of 5+ years in similar church setting and paradigm, leading worship in a larger sized church, leading worship teams and bands with an engaging platform presence, having played in a band, coordinated worship services and related events, demonstration of developing and mentoring of worship arts leaders and teams.
Compensation
o 40k plus based on experience
o Health Benefits
o Dental Benefits
o Paid Vacation
GENERAL SUMMARY:
⢠To facilitate growth of Freshwater through worship and the worships arts.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
⢠Primary Purpose: To bring people into a real and relevant relationship with Jesus Christ.
⢠Ministry Specific Purpose: To foster a worship environment through a variety of worship arts in which people can connect daily living with their relationship with Christ. To develop and mentor Freshwater worship arts ministry teams.
MINISTRY GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
o Develop and mentor worship arts teams and team leaders.
o Give spiritual oversight & encourage discipleship in all those in worship arts ministry.
o Scheduling and oversight to services, rehearsal, productions, etc.
o Develop, train, and implement other creative arts into services as appropriate and planned with Sr. Pastor and teams.
o Assist the Sr. Pastor with vision, brainstorming, and producing creative ideas for use in services and programs.
o Coordinate all elements contributing to the service and special events.
o Coordinate flow (transitions, introductions, cues, etc.) of services.
o Pursue growth in all areas of ministry related to worship arts.
o Actively participate in the ministry of Freshwater.
o Attend weekly staff meetings.
o Attend all weekend worship services.
GIFTS, TALENTS, EXPERIENCES
⢠Passion: to reach the lost and see believers grow into full maturity in Christ. Passion for the development of worship arts leaders. Passion for utilizing current and relevant worship arts to connect people to the heart of Christ.
⢠Abilities: Publicly lead worship, good communication skills, train and teach music and worship, strong vocal skills, proficiency in an instrument.
⢠Personality: people oriented, assertive, empathetic, energetic, self-starter, flexible, good sense of humor, innovative, imaginative, adaptable
⢠Preferred Experiences: current experience of 5+ years in similar church setting and paradigm, leading worship in a larger sized church, leading worship teams and bands with an engaging platform presence, having played in a band, coordinated worship services and related events, demonstration of developing and mentoring of worship arts leaders and teams.
Compensation
o 40k plus based on experience
o Health Benefits
o Dental Benefits
o Paid Vacation
International Openings
The Alliance offers many opportunities to serve overseas.
Short-Term Missions
Get connected with the Short-Term Missions Office.
Long-Term/Career Service
Get connected with Alliance missions at www.called2serve.org.
