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Director of Outreach and Camp - First Baptist ChurchDirector of OutreachLocation: Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, CanadaEmployment Type: Full Time EmployeeApplication Deadline: December 16, 2024First Baptist Church, Lloydminster (FBC) is currently accepting applications for the position of Director of Outreach. FBC is part of the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches of Canada a national body of Evangelical Baptists with whom FBC shares common essential beliefs. FBC is located in the only border city in Canada, straddling the border of Alberta and Saskatchewan.About Lloydminster - Lloydminster is home to approximately 32,000 residents. It is a young and vibrant community offering the comfort of a rural lifestyle with the convenience of urban amenities. The community has a variety of facilities promoting local sports, culture, and leisure. The city offers residents public and Catholic schooling, post-secondary education, and training activities. Health services include local doctors, a fully equipped regional hospital, health centers, and seniors care. Shopping includes an ever-growing inventory of national retailers, local boutiques, and dining options.About FBC - FBC is a dynamic community of people who care about Lloydminster and the families within it. The mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ . FBC\'s vision is to be a church that everyone wants to attend, and where all who attend grow in the faith . FBC accomplishes the mission and vision through the strategy, to Think Big, Think Small, Think In, and Think Out . It is the hope that at FBC people will find a place to connect and belong, an environment in which people can grow and develop in the faith and provide a variety of opportunities for people to reach outside themselves and serve. FBC is an active community with a variety of thriving ministries. FBC has seven full time ministry positions and two full time support staff positions. Prior to COVID-19, FBC hosted two Sunday morning services with an average weekly attendance of approximately 700 people. Currently FBC is averaging around 500 on Sunday mornings, with attendance numbers consistently on the rise. FBC also currently live-stream one of the Sunday morning worship services each week. FBC has a vibrant small group ministry consisting of numerous groups helping members and adherents to grow in the faith and maintain a sense of connection inside a large church community. FBC also has a heart for the community and intentionally engage with it in a number of different ways and levels. FBC also owns and operates a summer camp \xe2\x80\x93 \xe2\x80\x98Pleasantview Bible Camp\xe2\x80\x99 \xe2\x80\x93 which is another significant means of outreach into the community.P osition Details - FBC is seeking a Director of Outreach to join the church ministry team, be accountable to the elders board through the lead pastor and report directly to the lead pastor or his designate. Preference will be given to candidates with a heart and passion to connect with the unchurched in the surrounding community, including a heart and vision for running a Christian camp program. Relevant educational training and/or experience will be considered an asset. The Director of Outreach will be responsible for the development and oversight of both FBC outreach initiatives as well as the PBC summer camp program, with a focus on recruitment, leadership training and development.Required Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated capability and performance in the areas of:\xc2\xb7 interpersonal and communication skills\xc2\xb7 team building and collaboration\xc2\xb7 initiative and adaptability\xc2\xb7 working with minimal supervision\xc2\xb7 prioritizing multiple demands\xc2\xb7 organizational skills\xc2\xb7 recruiting, training and motivating volunteersRequired Personal Characteristics\xc2\xb7 trustworthy and respectful\xc2\xb7 mature judgment\xc2\xb7 approachable and accessible\xc2\xb7 flexible and collaborative\xc2\xb7 integrity in personal, professionaland ministry responsibilities\xc2\xb7 initiative\xc2\xb7 strong work ethic\xc2\xb7 loves God and others\xc2\xb7 lives Proverbs 3:5,6SupervisionThis position involves the supervision and evaluation of volunteers and staff.Duties and ResponsibilitiesWithout restricting the generality of the description above, the Director of Outreach shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, by the Executive Pastor, including but not restricted to the following:\xc2\xb7 Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate for an individual who represents Christ\xe2\x80\x99s Church to the community and to the world.\xc2\xb7 Deal tactfully with fellow staff members, ministry leaders, volunteers, members, adherents, visitors and the public.\xc2\xb7 Is able and prepared to share their personal testimony and explain the steps to knowing God personally with others.\xc2\xb7 Contribute to the continual improvement of FBC ministries and operations.\xc2\xb7 Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable Board policies and administrative procedures.\xc2\xb7 Develop ministry goals, objectives and strategies for the ministry year, aligned with the Church Mission & Vision, and communicate these plans to the Executive throughout the year in a timely fashion.\xc2\xb7 Develop annual ministry area budgets for both Outreach and Camp in conjunction with the Executive Pastor.Community Outreach\xc2\xb7 Coordinate Community outreach/service activities.\xc2\xb7 Oversee Benevolent Ministries.\xc2\xb7 Strive to accomplish the goals established by the Board and the Lead Pastor.\xc2\xb7 Recruit, train and oversee volunteers to support ministry.\xc2\xb7 Evaluate, develop and cast vision for ministry areas aligned with the Church\xe2\x80\x99s Mission and Vision.\xc2\xb7 Undergo an annual FBC Staff Performance Review. This will also include elements of goal setting for the ministry area(s) for the upcoming year as well as personal growth evaluation and goal setting.\xc2\xb7 With awareness of the changing needs, challenges and opportunities in our congregation and community, assess and revamp ministry strategies to move the church forward to accomplish its Mission.Camp\xc2\xb7 Plan the camping programs well in advance of the summer.\xc2\xb7 Recruit and hire staff to operate the camp program, according to assessed need.\xc2\xb7 Organize and oversee camp opening and shutdown each spring and fall.\xc2\xb7 Provide leadership training and development for camp staff and the LIT program (Leaders in Training).\xc2\xb7 Oversee camp staff and volunteers throughout the summer camping season.\xc2\xb7 Oversee any camp related facility rentals.\xc2\xb7 Plan and provide leadership for a variety of initiatives to integrate campers and families into the life and ministries of the church following camp experiences.Expectations\xc2\xb7 The Director of Outreach will strive to further the Mission and Vision of the church in every aspect of the work.\xc2\xb7 The Director will resign if at any time one finds that the Director is not able to support the Doctrinal position of the Church, the Mission & Vision of the Church, or the direction of the Church as delineated by the Elders Board and the Lead Pastor.ConfidentialityThe Director of Outreach is required to respect the confidential nature of the work that ministry leaders do. Information regarding any individual must not be discussed in public or with any person not authorized to receive that information. Exchange of personal information within the organization shall be on a \xe2\x80\x9cneed to know\xe2\x80\x9d basis. Breaching confidentiality is a serious violation of acceptable conduct and is grounds for disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment with the church.Mission: \xe2\x80\x9cTo lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.\xe2\x80\x9dVision: \xe2\x80\x9cTo be a church that everyone wants to attend, and where all who attend grow in their faith.\xe2\x80\x9dRemuneration - FBC offers a competitive salary and benefits package for this full-time permanent position. Remuneration will be determined in accordance with experience, education, and qualifications.How to Apply - Apply to this posting by December 16, 2024 . Submit a cover letter and resume with a minimum of two personal references . Please indicate \xe2\x80\x9cApplication \xe2\x80\x93 Director of Outreach\xe2\x80\x9d in the subject line. FBC would like to thank in advance the applicants\' interest in applying. If FBC decides to move forward with the application, the recruiting team will reach out to the applicant to discuss next steps.

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