Pay Grade/Pay Range: The rate of pay is to be determined by the employer.

Department/Organization: This position reports to an off-campus employer.

Normal Work Schedule: Varies; Sundays 9:00am to 2:00pm, must be able to work special events.

Note to Applicants: To apply, please contact the church office for an application at office@trinityumc.info. Candidates are selected by an application and interview process. For more information about Trinity United Methodist Church, visit https://trinity-umc-tuscaloosa.org/.

Applications submitted through the UA Student Jobsite will not be reviewed.

Job Summary: Trinity United Methodist Church is seeking a Family Ministries Coordinator to provide logistical and program support for the nursery and youth ministries as needed.

Additional Department Summary: Coordinates and schedules children's ministry programming during Sunday worship, including the children's sermon, Children's Church, Sunday School (or VBS), and adult small groups in collaboration with the pastor and Family Ministries Committee. Organizes weekly church family lunches following worship. Recruit, schedule, and support volunteers in compliance with UMC Safe Sanctuary policies, ensuring teachers have the curriculum and resources they need. Collaborates with the pastor, Youth Director, and Nursery Coordinator to provide cohesive family ministry programming. Plans and leads approximately six children's and family events annually (e.g., VBS, Easter Egg Hunt, Fall Festival, Children's Nativity, Parents' Day/Night Out). Maintains regular communication with parents and volunteers, including coordinating accommodations for children and adults with special needs. Oversees cleanup and logistics for Sunday family ministry activities as needed.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Full-time student in good standing at the University of Alabama, Shelton State Community College, or Stillman College. Minimum 2.8 overall grade point average. Ability to attend special events. 

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Final candidates must authorize and pass a criminal background check, provide proof of current driver’s license, health insurance, and provide three professional references.

Skills and Knowledge: Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications: At least two years of direct experience recruiting and organizing volunteers or team members. Experience working with children, ages 3-11.

Off-Campus Position Disclaimers: This position is an off-campus employment opportunity. The HR Office of Student Employment makes no particular recommendations regarding off-campus employers and makes no representations or guarantees about positions posted. The HR Office of Student Employment is not responsible for the safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of off-campus employment. Applicants are urged to perform due diligence in researching employers when applying for or accepting private, off-campus employment. This position reports to an off-campus employer – Trinity United Methodist Church. Final candidates may be subject to a thorough background check by employer prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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