Job listings should be 150 words or less. Longer listings will be edited for the synod newsletter, with a notation that a more complete job listing is available on the synod's Web page.

When the position has been filled, please send an e-mail so that the page may be updated, or call Jeff Drake at 773-248-0021.

Positions are listed for three months on the synod Web page. After three months, the listing will be removed unless requested otherwise. Listings will run for two months in MetroWord, the synod's newsletter.

Posted: January 26, 2012
Part-time Youth Director - Concordia Lutheran Church

Part-time youth director for Concordia Lutheran Church, 3855 N. Seeley Ave., Chicago, IL 60618.

Purpose

The Youth Director works with the Pastor and Youth Ministry Team in planning, coordinating, and carrying out the Youth Program of the church. The goal is to help the youth grow in their relationship to Jesus Christ and engage their faith at ever deepening levels.

Skills

A strong Christian faith.
Experience in Youth ministry.
A personal commitment to Bible study and faith development.
Good communication and interpersonal skills with all ages of youth.
Demonstrated ability to build respectful relationships with youth and parents.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.

Primary Responsibilities

In conjunction with the Pastor and Youth Ministry Team, coordinate youth activities roughly twice monthly (once monthly during the summer months) that deepen faith, encourage group cohesiveness, and support our mission as a congregation.
Coordinate a summer service event to engage the youth in a service project.
Plan and implement a Senior Youth program that engages the youth enrolled in the Confirmation program and High School.
Develop meaningful relationships with the youth through trusted contact and engagement, providing a stable Christian adult example.
Develop meaningful relationships with the parents of youth (of all ages), and facilitate all contact in a timely and efficient manner.
Attend and be visible in worship at Concordia Church.
Attend North side Youth Director (Chicago YMNet) meetings when possible.
Recruit capable lay leaders to aid in the growing youth program.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours when necessary.
Approximately 10-12 hours a week.

Application
Resumes may be e-mailed to:

Concordia Lutheran Church
Kathy Haslwanter at khaslwanter@concordiaplace.org

Posted: January 26, 2012
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Director of Church Engagement

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois located in Des Plaines, Ill., has a full-time position opening for Director of Church Engagement, 37.5 hours per week, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Qualified candidate will oversee relationships with congregations and church-related agencies in Illinois. Lead effort to collaborate with churches to strengthen local human care ministries. High school diploma required. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field preferred. Minimum of five years of experience in a consultative role. Valid IL driver’s license with access to a reliable and insured vehicle.

Strong knowledge of LSSI programs, ELCA and the three Illinois synods. Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task between situations and responsibilities. Ability to develop and manage consulting contracts. Fax resume to 847-635-6764, attention Dan Schwick, or e-mail Dan.Schwick@lssi.org. EOE

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Office of Church and Community Services
1001 East Touhy Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60018

Posted: January 19, 2012
Grace Lutheran, Evanston - Director of Music

Grace Lutheran Church (1430 South Blvd., Evanston, IL 60202) is hiring a Director of Music. This small, vibrant congregation has a 15-hour/week position to offer, and seeks a candidate with a commitment to music as an integral part of a rich worship experience.

Specific responsibilities for Grace's Director of Music include collaborating with the Worship & Music Committee on worship planning, selecting music for worship services, playing for one weekly service and additional seasonal services, and directing the adult choir as well as occasional vocal and instrumental ensembles and soloists.

Candidates should have experience in collaborative worship planning, familiarity with liturgical traditions, as well as skills in organ and piano performance, choral conducting, and ensemble leadership. They should have the ability to recruit and coordinate musicians for worship from within the congregation, and experience in using worship technology (computers and digital media, e.g.) and maintaining copyright records and licenses. Initiative, organization, and excellent communication skills are a must.

Please submit a resume/CV and a letter detailing your skills and experience to resumes@graceevanston.org by February 17, 2012.

For more information about our congregation, please visit www.graceevanston.org.

Please direct any questions to Bonnie Gunzenhauser, search committee chair, at the resumes@graceevanston.org address.

Posted: January 17, 2012
Lutheran Volunteer Corps - President

President

Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC) is looking for someone tobuild upon their strategic planning and fundraising skills by leading the openand affirming national non-profit through significant growth while ensuringsustainability. LVC is a D.C.-based community of faith that unites people towork for peace with justice.

LVC places full-time, stipended volunteers intonon-profit organizations and ministries in 16 cities to work for peace withjustice across the nation, living together in intentional householdcommunities. Find a full position description and instructions for submission at www.lutheranvolunteercorps.org.

Direct link to position description:
http://www.lutheranvolunteercorps.org/doc/LVC%20President%20Job%20Description.pdf.

Posted: January 12, 2012
Director for CrossWays Preschool, an early childhood educational program of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Libertyville

Position Information –

Director for CrossWays Preschool, an early childhood educational program of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Libertyville, Illinois.

Salary –

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Position Hours –

Approximately 24 hours/week during academic year

Approximately 15 hours/week during non-academic year

Additional hours and compensation available for candidate willing to teach within the program.

Job Summary –

The Director will be responsible for program administration, daily operations, future planning, communication and marketing for the PreSchool. The Director will work in tandem with the directors of our program for Two-Year olds and our Childcare Center, pastoral staff, teaching staff, parents and students to create a vibrant and active learning environment that is play-based, developmentally appropriate and committed to kindergarten readiness and academic preparedness. The Director will support the philosophy of CrossWays PreSchool as a Christian ministry of Holy Cross Lutheran Church and will seek to incorporate these Christian values into the educational atmosphere.

The candidate will possess administrative, organizational and time management skills; will work with others in a larger team context; will demonstrate excellent electronic, verbal and written communication skills; and will understand work and position as a ministry to students, their parents and the community.

Key Requirements –

Illinois DCFS Director Qualification required
Previous experience with Illinois DCFS licensed Early Childhood Program required
Bachelor’s degree preferred

Contact – preschooldirectorsearch@holycrosschurch.org

Please provide resume, references, and salary requirements.

Apply by – February 29, 2012

Posted: January 09, 2012
Prince of Peace, Schaumburg, Director for Pre-School and Kindergarten

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 930 W. Higgins Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60195, is seeking a full-time director for its Pre-School and Kindergarten to start July 1, 2012. The Prince of Peace Pre-School and Kindergarten has served congregation and community for over 40 years with an experienced, creative, and dedicated teaching staff and is accredited by the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association.

Candidates must have professional qualities and core values of the highest order. Primary credentials include: bachelors degree in early childhood education or equivalent, minimum of two years experience teaching early childhood, active member of a Christian church, with supervisory experience preferred.

Applications must be received by February 29. Applications may be requested by contacting Sonia DeLuca at 847-885-7010 or church@princeofpeace.net.

Posted: January 06, 2012
Administrative Assistant - St. Luke's Lutheran of Logan Square, Chicago

St. Luke's Lutheran Church of Logan Square, 2649 N. Francisco Ave., Chicago, IL 60647, (http://stlukesls.org/#/welcome) is currently hiring an administrative assistant. This is a part-time position of 16 hours per week.

The assistant will assist the church council and the pastor in the administrative functions required to effectively operate this growing, diverse congregation. The successful applicant will have 5 years of administrative experience, strong computer skills (MS Office, web-based social media, desktop publishing), proficiency with standard office equipment, and demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills. Duties also entail management of church facilities.

The full position description is available at http://stlukesls.org/#/contact-us/jobs.

Salary is $13/hr.

Applications are now being accepted with a desired position start date of February 1, 2012.

All application materials should be emailed to jobs@stlukesLS.org.

Posted: December 27, 2011
Director of Music Ministries - Grace Lutheran, Villa Park

Grace Lutheran Church, 5 N. Princeton Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181, is seeking a director of music ministries. It is recommended the candidate be a person of faith with a sense of calling to this ministry with passion and commitment to God’s mission.

The director of music ministries should have experience in collaborative worship planning; familiarity with Lutheran worship; be versed in organ and piano performance, choral conducting and contemporary ensemble leadership. They must have the ability to recruit and coordinate musicians for worship within the congregation; competence in using worship technology (computers and digital media), maintain copyright records and licenses and musical equipment. Initiative, organization and excellent communication skills are necessary for this position.

This is a part-time position 15 to 20 hours a week; salary will be based on experience and knowledge.

The two manual Reuter Pipe Organ of 18 ranks is in excellent condition.

Please contact Grace Lutheran Church office in Villa Park -
Pastor Jade: 630-832-0870 or 630-664-7891; e-mail: jadeyi1969@gmail.com

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