JOB OPPORTUNITIES
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is now seeking a new English-Language Coordinator for Ministry Training Programs. The coordinator will work directly with the Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership to coordinate current and future English-Language ministry training and development programs for the Church of the Brethren through the Brethren Academy. This position is half-time and may be a good companion ministry for an ordained person who is serving elsewhere less than full-time. While this position requires some travel, it does not require relocation. Candidates should have at least five years of pastoral ministry experience and be ordained in the Church of the Brethren; Master of Divinity degree is preferred. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send their resumes, a letter of interest, and contact information for three references by email to: Janet L. Ober Lambert, Director Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership 615 National Road West Richmond, IN 47374 academysearch@bethanyseminary.edu.
Eder Financial (formerly Brethren Benefit Trust or BBT) is seeking a Communications Director. This is a full-time, exempt position. Qualifications and requirements include ability to proactively problem-solve for the spoken and unspoken needs of external and internal customers; ability to lead strategic initiatives but also pitch in with seemingly small tasks that show care for those the agency serves; at least an undergraduate degree; four to eight years of experience; effective oral and written communication skills; experience in administering communication initiatives that span multiple methods; enjoyment of work in a team environment; ability to develop content to share knowledge about retirement, insurance, and organizational investing; both data- and detail-oriented; proficient in computer systems, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and InDesign; ability to lead and manage the Communications Department while protecting the integrity of the organization’s reputation through words and images both internally and externally; ability to travel to an annual conference each year in July along with other conference opportunities: and ability to work well independently. While the agency does have some tasks and meetings that require an onsite presence, most work is done remotely from home. Compensation includes a strong benefits package with organizational contributions for retirement, medical, life, and long-term disability; options to add dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage; 22 days of vacation, accrued at the start of the year; flexible work hours within a basic workday structure. To learn more about Eder Financial, visit www.cobbt.org. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume’, and three professional references to Tammy Chudy at tchudy@cobbt.org.
The Virlina District seeks a full-time time district executive minister. The position will be available beginning December of 2022. The district office is in Roanoke, Virginia. Responsibilities include: Direction, coordination, management, and leadership of the district ministries, as authorized by the district conference and implemented by the district board; working with the congregations in calling and credentialing ministers, and in the placement/call and evaluation of pastoral staff; providing support and counsel for ministers and other church leaders, and sharing and interpreting program resources for congregations; providing an important link between congregations and the district and denomination by working collaboratively with the Council of District Executives, the Annual Conference, the Agencies, and their staff. Candidates should be ordained through accredited program, Master of Divinity degree preferred; have personal skills in organization, administration, and communication; be committed to the Church of the Brethren locally and denominationally and willing to work ecumenically; have demonstrated leadership skills; pastoral experience preferred. Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and resume to Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Director of Ministry, via email at officeofministry@brethren.org. Applicants are requested to contact three persons who are willing to provide a letter of reference. Upon receipt of the resume, the individual will be sent a candidate profile that must be completed and returned before the application is considered complete. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The South/Central Indiana District, which comprises 40 congregations in the middle of the state of Indiana and represents a wide range of theological views, is seeking a district executive minister. The DEM’s commitment to Jesus Christ and the scriptures is essential. This full-time position is available Sept. 5. Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and a resume to: Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Office of Ministry, 1451 Dundee Avenue Elgin, IL 60120, or officeofministry@brethren.org. Applicants will be asked to complete a Candidate Profile on receipt of resume. Applicants are requested to contact three or four persons to provide a letter of reference.
Eder Financial (formerly Brethren Benefit Trust or BBT) is seeking a Communications Director. This is a full-time, exempt position. Qualifications and requirements include ability to proactively problem-solve for the spoken and unspoken needs of external and internal customers; ability to lead strategic initiatives but also pitch in with seemingly small tasks that show care for those the agency serves; at least an undergraduate degree; four to eight years of experience; effective oral and written communication skills; experience in administering communication initiatives that span multiple methods; enjoyment of work in a team environment; ability to develop content to share knowledge about retirement, insurance, and organizational investing; both data- and detail-oriented; proficient in computer systems, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and InDesign; ability to lead and manage the Communications Department while protecting the integrity of the organization’s reputation through words and images both internally and externally; ability to travel to an annual conference each year in July along with other conference opportunities: and ability to work well independently. While the agency does have some tasks and meetings that require an onsite presence, most work is done remotely from home. Compensation includes a strong benefits package with organizational contributions for retirement, medical, life, and long-term disability; options to add dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage; 22 days of vacation, accrued at the start of the year; flexible work hours within a basic workday structure. To learn more about Eder Financial, visit www.cobbt.org. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume’, and three professional references to Tammy Chudy at tchudy@cobbt.org.
The Virlina District seeks a full-time time district executive minister. The position will be available beginning December of 2022. The district office is in Roanoke, Virginia. Responsibilities include: Direction, coordination, management, and leadership of the district ministries, as authorized by the district conference and implemented by the district board; working with the congregations in calling and credentialing ministers, and in the placement/call and evaluation of pastoral staff; providing support and counsel for ministers and other church leaders, and sharing and interpreting program resources for congregations; providing an important link between congregations and the district and denomination by working collaboratively with the Council of District Executives, the Annual Conference, the Agencies, and their staff. Candidates should be ordained through accredited program, Master of Divinity degree preferred; have personal skills in organization, administration, and communication; be committed to the Church of the Brethren locally and denominationally and willing to work ecumenically; have demonstrated leadership skills; pastoral experience preferred. Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and resume to Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Director of Ministry, via email at officeofministry@brethren.org. Applicants are requested to contact three persons who are willing to provide a letter of reference. Upon receipt of the resume, the individual will be sent a candidate profile that must be completed and returned before the application is considered complete. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The South/Central Indiana District, which comprises 40 congregations in the middle of the state of Indiana and represents a wide range of theological views, is seeking a district executive minister. The DEM’s commitment to Jesus Christ and the scriptures is essential. This full-time position is available Sept. 5. Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and a resume to: Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Office of Ministry, 1451 Dundee Avenue Elgin, IL 60120, or officeofministry@brethren.org. Applicants will be asked to complete a Candidate Profile on receipt of resume. Applicants are requested to contact three or four persons to provide a letter of reference.
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