Position: Hospitality Director
Location: First Methodist Ardmore
Type: Part-Time
About Us:
At First Methodist Ardmore, our mission is to create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and connected. We’re currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Hospitality Director to join our team and play a key role in fostering a warm, inviting atmosphere for all who enter our church.
Key Responsibilities:
- Foster a Welcoming Environment: Ensure every guest feels warmly welcomed and valued.
- Volunteer Coordination: Recruit, train, and support a diverse team of volunteers for Sunday services and special events.
- Engage with Visitors: Help newcomers feel at home and guide them in connecting with church ministries.
- Event Management: Organize and manage volunteers for church events and special occasions.
- Team Leadership: Lead and inspire a team to create a hospitable atmosphere for all church activities.
- Facility Preparation: Oversee the readiness of the facility to welcome guests.
- Technology Utilization: Use volunteer management technology for effective scheduling and communication.
What We’re Looking For:
- Outgoing Personality: Friendly and welcoming, with a passion for connecting with people.
- Volunteer Management Experience: Proven skills in recruiting, training, and managing volunteers.
- Effective Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience in communications or public relations.
- Event management experience.
- Proven people skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships.
Spiritual and Personal Qualifications:
- Faith Commitment: A professed believer in Jesus Christ, committed to personal spiritual growth.
- Mission-Driven: Views this role as a ministry and mission, aligning with church staff standards.
Job Details:
- Part-Time Position: Availability required on Sundays and for special church events during holidays.
How to Apply:
If you have a heart for hospitality and a passion for serving others, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, to kira@ardmorefirst.org.
Position: Youth Ministry Director
Location: Ardmore, OK
Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Reports To: Family Ministry Director
About Us:
First Methodist Church of Ardmore is excited to announce an opening for a Youth Ministry Director! We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to lead and inspire our middle and high school students in their faith journey. If you have a heart for guiding young people and a commitment to nurturing their spiritual growth, we want to hear from you!
Role Overview:
In this role, you will:
- Develop and lead engaging youth programs, including Sunday school, Wednesday activities, and Sunday night gatherings.
- Organize and coordinate retreats, camps, and mission trips.
- Oversee the Confirmation process and help integrate students into our church community.
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers, and handle the youth ministry budget.
- Collaborate closely with the Family Ministry Director and our parent advisory board to ensure a thriving youth ministry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Development: Create and lead engaging programs for our youth.
- Event Coordination: Organize retreats, camps, and mission trips.
- Confirmation Oversight: Manage the Confirmation process and student integration.
- Volunteer Management: Recruit and train volunteers, and manage the ministry budget.
Qualifications:
- Strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
- Knowledge of the Global Methodist Church’s theology and programs.
- Excellent communication, relational, and teaching skills.
- A college degree and experience in youth ministry are preferred.
Character Traits:
- A deep love for God and a desire to serve the congregation.
- Ability to connect with students and parents, and work well with church staff.
- Motivated, reliable, and a strong communicator of the Good News.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our youth and be an integral part of our church’s mission, we’d love to hear from you!
To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to john@ardmorefirst.org.
