Position Overview
To provide support and broad oversight for the spiritual formation of children, youth and adults. Work alongside colleagues, committees and laity to accomplish the church’s objectives for worship, spiritual formation, pastoral care, local ministries, global mission and a healthy congregational life. Perform and assist with weddings, funerals, community faith gatherings and other events in the life of the church.

Essential Job Functions
Educational Ministry
● Develop and implement a strategy for meeting the church’s Christian formation objectives.
● Guide the selection of spiritual formation and missions curriculum for learners of all ages.
● Lead in planning special educational events, including but not limited to retreats, camps and conferences.
● Coordinate weekly programming for preschoolers, children, youth and adults.

Leadership
● Collaborate with the Education Committee in determining and meeting Christian formation objectives for all parishioners.
● Guide the Education Committee in the recruitment of all teachers in Christian formation classes and volunteers, as well as the support and development of such leaders.
● Provide support, pastoral care, and counsel to parishioners as needed, with particular concern for parents and caregivers of children and youth.
● Lead in worship weekly and preach as requested by the Pastor.
● Manage the hiring and oversight of paid child-care staff and volunteers in the nursery.
● Give oversight to and guide children and youth leaders in planning and promoting educational themes, seasonal events and activities.
● Provide guidance and support to the leaders and volunteers for Beach Retreat, Trunk or Treat, and Live Nativity.
● Represent BCOC at community, ecumenical, and denominational events.
● Receive notifications of child or vulnerable adult abuse in the congregation and report accordingly.

Administration
● Develop the budget for the overall Christian formation ministries.
● Develop budgets and coordinate facility needs for three church-wide annual events.
● Communicate plans and objectives with colleagues, committees, Christian formation and missions leadership, volunteers, and parents/caregivers.
● Collaborate with the Education Committee to oversee the church’s objectives related to Child Protection policies and procedures.
● Participate regularly in meetings of the Education Committee, Council on Mission and Deacons.
● Participate in weekly staff meetings.
● Perform other duties as assigned by the Pastor or in cooperation with other church staff.
● Participate in annual continuing education opportunities.

Requirements
• Master’s degree or equivalent in related field
• Theoretical understanding of developmental psychology and faith development of persons throughout the life cycle
• Ability to plan worship and provide worship leadership as requested
• Understand and support the mission of BCOC
• Administrative, pastoral care, and ministerial skills
• Ability to delegate tasks as necessary
• Competent in interpersonal communication
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Exemplify Christian character as appropriate for the office of Associate Pastor for Christian Formation

Contact Person: David Goodwin / (205) 910-7748