Summary

The Minister with Youth and their Families is responsible for the implementation of all Central Youth Ministries objectives, values, and programs, with general oversight of 7–12 ministry areas. These responsibilities include building relationships with students and their families; supervision of adult leaders; and oversight of all related programming.

All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect Central UMC’s core values and actively participate in the life of Central.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in developing staff, volunteers, and programs
• Facilitate teamwork among staff, volunteers, and parents
• Participate in NextGen Co-Op for vision and leadership
• Manage social media and weekly communications
• Meet with advisory council for planning and growth
• Oversee all program development and implementation
• Plan and lead youth programs and events
• Lead retreats and special events
• Build relationships with students and families
• Train and supervise volunteers
• Recruit and equip volunteer leaders
• Maintain Safe Gatherings compliance
• Coordinate publicity and communications
• Manage ministry budget
• Attend leadership meetings
• Perform additional duties as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides supervision and leadership to interns, parents, and volunteers.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required. Christian Education or related field preferred. Minimum four years of student ministry experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• Passion for working with students
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Ability to plan and evaluate programs
• Ability to build and lead teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive role model

Technology Requirements

• Experience with standard office technology
• Familiarity with A/V and worship tech

Physical Demands

Must be able to move between environments, operate office equipment, communicate effectively, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Work occurs in office and offsite environments. Requires a driver’s license and travel. May include varying noise levels and weather exposure.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience

Youth ministry: 5 years preferred

Summary

The Minister with Kids and Their Families (K-4/5&6) is responsible for the implementation of all Central Kids K-4 / Mid Youth objectives, values, and programs, with oversight of a comprehensive discipleship program for children from kindergarten through 6th grade.

This role works under church leadership to fulfill the mission of Central UMC. All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect the church’s core values and actively participate in church life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in developing staff, volunteers, and programs
• Facilitate teamwork among staff, volunteers, and parents
• Participate in NEXTGEN Council for vision and leadership
• Manage social media and weekly communications
• Oversee all program development and implementation
• Plan and lead children’s programs including Sunday School and events
• Lead special events including VBS
• Build relationships with families and leaders
• Train and supervise volunteers
• Recruit and equip volunteer leaders
• Maintain Safe Gatherings compliance
• Coordinate publicity and communications
• Manage ministry budget
• Attend leadership meetings
• Perform additional duties as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides direction, support, and supervision to volunteers, interns, and staff when applicable.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required. Christian Education or related field preferred. Minimum four years of ministry experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• Passion for children and families
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Ability to plan and evaluate programs
• Ability to build and lead teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive role model

Technology Requirements

• Experience with standard office technology
• Familiarity with A/V and worship tech

Physical Demands

Must be able to move between environments, operate office equipment, communicate effectively, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Work occurs in office and offsite environments. Requires travel and a valid driver’s license. May include varying noise levels and weather exposure.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Summary

The Pastor’s Executive Assistant / Office Coordinator provides administrative support to the Pastors while helping ensure the church office operates smoothly and hospitably. This role manages scheduling, communication, and ministry coordination while also developing and organizing volunteers to assist with office functions such as phones, hospitality, and general support.

This position plays an important role in helping the church extend hospitality and maintain effective communication with the congregation and community.

All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect Central UMC’s core values (refer to Staff Covenant & Values). Active participation in the life of Central UMC is expected.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the pastor’s calendar including meetings, ministry events, and preparation time
• Assist with preparing documents, correspondence, and materials for meetings, worship planning, and ministry initiatives
• Coordinate scheduling between the pastor, church staff, and community partners
• Coordinate flower ordering and funeral orders of worship
• Track follow-up items from meetings and ministry conversations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers to assist with office functions
• Coordinate volunteers for answering phones, greeting guests, and light office tasks
• Provide administrative assistance during busy ministry seasons
• Create a rotating volunteer schedule (Monday–Friday, 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.)
• Maintain communication with volunteers and ensure they feel supported and appreciated

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position provides direction, support, and supervision to volunteers, interns, and other staff when applicable.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree is recommended. A minimum of four years’ experience working with ministry groups in either a lay or paid staff capacity is required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to recruit, organize, and encourage volunteers
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Familiarity with office software (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, or similar)
• Previous church or nonprofit administrative experience preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to move between various environments including homes, church facilities, hospitals, and businesses. Must have excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written. Must be able to operate a computer and standard office equipment, clearly hear and understand telephone conversations, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

The employee will work in both office and external environments. Noise levels are typically moderate but may occasionally be loud. A valid driver’s license is required for travel between church functions and events. Exposure to weather conditions may occur during mission trips and outings.

The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. The listed requirements represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Summary

As Food Service Assistant, this position is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of food for CUMC’s events and for daily meals and snacks for Central Children's Academy. This position is also responsible for assisting in cleaning of the kitchen and cooking equipment.

All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect Central UMC’s core values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and order juice and milk for Central Children’s Academy with vendor twice a week or as directed
• Assist in training and authorizing users of kitchen equipment as needed
• Work closely with volunteers of the Community Meals ministry in preparing and serving meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Cross-train with Director of Food Service to fill in as needed
• Assist in cooking and cleaning for scheduled CUMC and CCA events and activities

Supervisory Responsibilities

May occasionally provide leadership to volunteers of Community Meals and other groups using the kitchen. Otherwise, this position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Competencies, Gifts and Passions

• Strong attention to cleanliness and detail
• General cooking skills
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills
• Effective time management

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required. General cooking and cleaning skills required. Serve Safe Certification required. Experience with industrial kitchen equipment preferred.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills or willingness to learn preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, instructions, and regulations. Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and vendors.

Physical Demands

Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of hands. Must regularly lift up to 25 pounds and frequently up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Work Environment

Moderate noise level, occasionally loud. Exposure to varying weather conditions when traveling between buildings.

Pay

Up to $13.00 per hour

Work Location

In person