JOB OPENINGS

The Church of the Brethren is seeking to fill a full-time, salaried position of Manager of Accounting and Treasurer Assistant. The Manager of Accounting and Assistant Treasurer is responsible for the functions of handling the general ledger processes and report generation, provides account analysis and reconciliations, provides internal audit processes and carries out other assigned functions. Leads audit preparation for annual CPA audit. Candidates should have accounting skills and knowledge of computerized general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll systems; ability to work and communicate well with others; excellent organizational skills and problem-solving abilities; spreadsheet and word processing software skills; and proficient at 10-key. Candidates also should have at least three years of accounting experience, fund accounting preferred, and at least three years working on a computerized financial accounting software system. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business and computer training required. Fund accounting classes are preferred. Location is at the Church of the Brethren offices in Elgin. Applications will be received beginning immediately and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume’ to COBApply@brethren.org.

The Church of the Brethren is seeking to fill a full-time salaried position of Director of Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM). Major responsibilities include providing oversight and administration of Brethren Disaster Ministries with a focus on the home rebuilding program. This includes identifying and opening new home rebuilding sites as necessary, managing long-term and weekly rebuilding volunteers and leading the training of volunteer leaders. Required skills and knowledge include strong interpersonal skills; ability to uphold and support the basic beliefs and practices of the Church of the Brethren as determined by Annual Conference; and ability to act within a multicultural and multigenerational team environment. Training or experience with making effective presentations and providing adult education, especially in conducting skill training workshops; managing staff and volunteers and in house construction and repair is required. Knowledge of International Building Codes is preferred. A bachelor’s degree is required, advanced degree in related field preferred. This position is remote and based at the Brethren Disaster Ministries office, New Windsor, Md. Applications will be received beginning immediately and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume to COBApply@brethren.org.

The Church of the Brethren is seeking an individual to fill the full-time hourly position of program assistant for Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) – Children’s Disaster Services (CDS). The major responsibilities of this position are to support programming and administration of CDS. These activities include providing administrative, programming, and clerical support to the associate director of Children’s Disaster Services. This includes support of volunteers, volunteer training and response, and assistance with general administration of BDM. Candidates should have an understanding of child development, excellent communication and organizational skills, experience using computers and technology (especially Microsoft Offices suite; Raisers Edge experience helpful), and ability to work independently. Two years of office experience and previous experience working with children or in child development is preferred. Associate’s degree or equivalent life/work experience is required. Applications will be received beginning immediately and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Qualified candidates may send a cover letter and resume to COBApply@brethren.org.