Family Ministry Director/Minister Calumet Street Christian Church

Job Description Help shape a thriving, Christ-centered ministry for children, students, and families. Calumet Street Christian Church is seeking an interactive, structured, and spiritually advanced Family Ministry Director to lead and grow ministry from birth through 12th grade. This role combines ministry vision, teaching, pastoral care, volunteer development, event leadership, and administration. The ideal candidate will build meaningful relationships with young people and their families while equipping leaders to create safe, warm, and engaging environments for spiritual and relational growth. Position Overview The Family Ministry Director provides leadership and oversight for all children’s and student ministry environments. Working collaboratively with church staff, elders, parents, and volunteers, this person will develop cohesive ministry strategies, select effective curriculum, lead teams, manage resources, and support families in the church and community. Key Responsibilities Ministry Leadership Provide vision, and oversight for ministries serving children and students from birth through 12th grade. Review, select, and provide curriculum for all age groups and ministry environments. (Example: Sunday School classes and Children’s Church) Teach regularly in children’s and student ministry settings. Support Sunday Bible Studies leadership with materials, volunteer recruitment, training, and program evaluation. Promote and participate in Oil Belt Christian Service Camp opportunities for children, students, and families. Pastoral Care and Relationships Develop trusted relationships with young people and their families through an active presence in the church and community. Provide appropriate support and pastoral care to parents, children, and students. Teach education and training classes and represent Calumet Street Christian Church with integrity. Volunteer and Team Development Lead regular children’s and student ministry team meetings and training. Recruit, equip, encourage, and supervise volunteers serving in focused ministry areas. Ensure leaders have the materials, information, and support needed to serve effectively. Administration, Communication, and Safety Prepare reports for staff and elders’ meetings and contribute constructively to church planning. Manage ministry facilities, equipment, materials, and related budget lines; submit purchase orders and annual budget requests as required. Evaluate and maintain children’s ministry policies and security guidelines with the ministry team. Coordinate activities, room assignments, vehicle use, and other coordination with church staff. Communicate clearly and consistently with children, students, parents, volunteers, staff, and the congregation. Advance church-wide goals, strategies, and initiatives within the congregation and community. Events and Programs Plan, promote, and help staff annual ministry events, including Vacation Bible School, Back to School Kick-Off, Fall Festival, student conferences, camps, and trips. Share timely information with families about upcoming programs, activities, and events. Evaluate ministry effectiveness and identify practical opportunities for improvement. Qualifications Required A growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated through consistent devotional practice and study of Scripture. Strong commitment to healthy personal and family priorities. Ability to lead, teach, organize, communicate, and build relationships across generations. Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and support volunteers. Sound judgment, discretion, dependability, and a collaborative, servant-minded approach. Availability for Sunday evening, and occasional off-site ministry activities. Preferred Previous leadership experience in children’s, student, family, education, or church ministry. Relevant ministry, biblical studies, education, or related training. Experience developing curriculum, leading events, managing budgets, and maintaining ministry safety practices. Schedule and Work Expectations This is a full-time, salaried position requiring at least 40 hours per week. The schedule includes consistent office hours and Sunday responsibilities, evening programs, events, camps, and pastoral needs. Salary Range: $40,000 to $45,000 annually (Based on Experience) #J-18808-Ljbffr Manhattan Christian College