KidsCo Director-Melissa Campus

Chase Oaks Church•Fairview, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide oversight and leadership to the Melissa Campus KIDS CO. children’s ministry during an exciting and formative season of campus launch. Operating without a permanent facility, this role requires a creative, resourceful, and energetic leader who can build an excellent children’s ministry experience from the ground up—utilizing temporary venues, community spaces, and non-traditional environments to reach and disciple children and families. This is a part-time, 25-hours-per-week position.

Requirements

Must have excellent communication / customer service skills and be able to interface with students, parents, the KIDS CO. team, and the Chase Oaks Church staff
Must be able to effectively lead and train volunteers via up-front communication
Requires the ability to compose culturally relevant, effective, and accurate communication and deal with non-routine matters such as special projects
Must have strong organizational skills, with particular ability to manage logistics in a mobile, temporary venue context
Must be a creative problem-solver—able to design excellent children’s experiences without relying on a permanent, dedicated space
Must have a strong understanding of and commitment to children’s safety best practices, particularly in non-traditional environments
Minimum 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of high school diploma or equivalence; college degree preferred
Ability to speak effectively and understandably on the phone
Ability to effectively present information and respond to common inquiries regarding Chase Oaks ministries
High attention to customer service
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook calendaring, and email
Basic knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Experience in data entry and familiar with databases
Lifting 5-10 pounds is an occasional but essential requirement
Qualifications for employment at Chase Oaks Church requires being a Christ-follower—whose work history and lifestyle shows a consistency to adhering to the scriptural principles of the Bible—and agreeing with the Purpose, Strategy, and DNA statements of Chase Oaks.
We request that each staff member be “All – In” and be committed to the local body of Christ at Chase Oaks Church in the areas of worship, groups, service and giving.

Nice To Haves

Able to inspire others with a compelling vision and strategy for KIDS CO. at the Melissa Campus
Able to give directional leadership
Is a strong team builder—especially skilled at building a volunteer team from scratch in a new community
Has collaborative strengths
Has skills in recruiting, training, coaching, retaining, and appreciating volunteers
Is teachable and authentic
Resonates with the Chase Oaks DNA and staff culture
Has strong organizational skills
Able to multi-task and work independently in carrying out assignments to completion

Responsibilities

Provide directional leadership in all elements of executing KIDS CO
Build the Melissa Campus KIDS CO. ministry from the ground up, establishing culture, volunteer structures, safety protocols, and programming rhythms in a launch-phase environment
Think outside the box to create engaging, safe, and excellent children’s ministry experiences without a permanent facility—creatively utilizing temporary spaces, portable resources, and flexible room configurations week to week
Develop a volunteer organizational structure
Recruit, train, and develop large and small-group leaders
Coordinate and oversee the execution of the weekend ministry
Build and oversee KIDS CO. First Impressions and Connections Teams
Work with KIDS CO. and other campuses to develop and adapt programming that applies to the campus and stays within alignment with Chase Oaks Church’s overall strategy
Work with KIDS CO. to plan and develop a training plan for leaders in their specific area of service
Plan, submit, and implement a yearly budget
Have a physical presence during weekend services to connect with volunteers, parents, and children
Meet regularly with the Campus Pastor, KIDS CO. multi-campus team, staff, and volunteer teams for discussion, evaluation, coordination, and sharing of vision and needs of the Melissa Children’s Ministry
Lead team meetings for discussion, evaluation, and sharing of vision and needs of the ministry
Be an active participant in KIDS CO.-related activities