Participation Coordinator

Posted: 09/01/2024

Participation Coordinator

Riverchase United Methodist Church is searching for a Participation Coordinator. This important

position coordinates activities that support worship and promotes congregant involvement in

church ministries. You will work closely with church leaders to ensure consistency, communication,

and organization of appropriate programs and volunteer teams. This is an hourly, part-time position

that reports to the associate pastor.

If you are interested in this position, please contact us at careers@riverchaseumc.org.

Essential Skills and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate volunteer recruitment and training.

• Organize support services for Sunday morning worship. Secure volunteers including ushers,

greeters, Welcome desk volunteers, bus drivers, communion servers, communion bread

bakers, communion set-up, acolytes, and crucifers. Coordinate donuts and coffee in Welcome

Center. Be present Sunday mornings to ensure that these tasks are manned and handled

efficiently.

• Attend worship planning meetings and obtain required information to effectively staff,

organize, and inform Sunday morning support teams.

• Ensure all guests and visitors are properly welcomed.

• Organize weekly Joy Ministry. Verify recipients, volunteer cooks, and volunteer delivery

drivers; update grocery list; assist cooks, if needed; bag and hand out Joy meals to drivers.

• Must be able to build strong, professional relationships with staff, volunteers, and

congregants.

• Strong organizational skills along with the ability to take initiative and work independently

are essential.

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to converse

with people in person and on the telephone.

• Assist with other events as needed from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Suite and Publisher.

• Experience in hospitality, engagement, and management a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to navigate campus multiple times per day.

• Be able to sit for extended periods of time and work on a computer.

• Willing to work flexible, non-traditional hours.

• Occasional event set-up and preparation with light lifting expected