OCC Director of the Idleman Ministry Center

Ozark Christian College•Joplin, MO

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About The Position

The mission of the Ministry Center is to provide professional assistance to OCC students in the areas of Christian service, internships, and vocational placement as they prepare for a life of ministry. The Ministry Center Director leads the operations of the Ministry Center in fulfilling its three primary components of the department: 1. Connect students with volunteer service opportunities (Christian Service). 2. Assist students with quality internship experience within their degree field that satisfies the college learning objectives (Internships). 3. Advise students through the job hunting, networking, resume writing, and hiring process for vocational ministry (Placement).

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, one must have the ability to network with churches and ministries in order to meet the needs of our students in the areas of Christian service, internships and ministry job placement.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a willingness to learn Microsoft Excel software, Microsoft PowerPoint software, and Microsoft Word software. The employee should be resourceful in accessing information on the Internet.
Master's degree required with a commitment to biblical higher education.
Five or more years of positive full-time ministry experience.
The employee must be able to safely operate a car or van, as well as physically travel for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

Provide the directional vision and oversight to the annual Community Volunteer Exposition as well as the Serve Our City program.
Review graduates' Christian Service history to ensure they graduate meeting the terms of their diploma which states that the student has "manifested Christian character and commitment to Christian service."
Maintain the Christian Service syllabus and assignments to fulfill specified Undergraduate Learning Outcomes.
Manage all Ministry Center data and departmental plans.
Provide guidelines for internships for academic credit in conjunction with the Dean of Undergraduate Studies.
Oversee the process of connecting ministries desiring interns with the student body.
Maintain the Internship syllabi and assignments to fulfill specified Undergraduate Learning Outcomes.
Work with students, mentors, and faculty to assure a quality internship experience.
Assist with the "launching" of students into ministry. This includes (1) helping students with job searches, resume writing, and interview preparation, (2) overseeing events like the "Senior Shindig," and (3) coordinating with outside organizations including camps and residencies.
Provide initial follow-up with graduates who have entered into ministry. This includes (1) collecting placement data and (2) working in close collaboration with OCC Resources in providing leadership for "OCC Ministry Cohorts."
Teach an annual course load of no more than 18 hours as assigned by the Chief Academic Officer. Specific teaching responsibilities will be dependent on academic credentialing and institutional needs.
Participate in faculty committees and accept responsibilities as directed by the Academic Dean.
Abide by all the policies and procedures in the OCC Personnel Handbook and Faculty Handbook including the statement of faith and the statement on marriage and sexuality.