Available Church Positions

As a service to our congregations and members, we are listing position opportunities that have been submitted to the Synod office.

If you are a Lutheran congregation wanting to list a position opening, please contact us by email and include a short job description.

If you are interested in more information about an opening, please contact the appropriate Church body.

Listings will stay posted for approximately 3 months.

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Faith Formation Director: The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Ramsey, NJ
STATUS: Part Time: 25 hours per week; Position supervised by the Pastor

PURPOSE: To provide an intergenerational ministry to form in children and families a vibrant Christian faith. You will work with the Pastor, staff and Church Council committees to continually advocate for and foster a church environment that is welcoming and supportive of children and families. PLEASE READ THE DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION HERE.
Compensation: Salary based on experience
Send cover letter, CV, 3 references to EmploymentRedeemerRamsey@gmail.com

(posted Dec 1, 2022)

Part-time Church Administrative Assistant: Grace Lutheran Church, Mendham, NJ

Approximately 16 hours per week (50 - 60 hours/ month). Hourly compensation of $17.00-22.00 per hour dependent upon experience. The candidate should have a pleasant disposition and be able to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive matters. Candidate must have experience with Microsoft Suite including Publisher. Responsibilities include bulletin preparation, calendar maintainece, responding to emails and working independently.

Interested candidates should email their resume with a short cover letter explaining why they are interested in the position to The Pastor Julie Haspel at pastorhaspel@gmail.com

The potential candidate should have the following competencies.

1. Ability to work with the Microsoft Suite including publisher.

2. Must be comfortable using a Windows laptop.

3. Must be able to send mass emails, maintain a church Calendar, schedule in-person and remote meetings (Zoom) and manage a member directory (paper and electronic).

4. Should be able to work independently on assigned tasks and work independently while responding to emails, phone calls and voicemail messages.

(posted Nov 2022)

Part-time Church Secretary: St Stephen’s Lutheran Church in South Plainfield (ELCA)

Approximately 10-12 hours per week (50 hours/ month). The current budget allows for an hourly compensation of $15.00/hr. The candidate should have a pleasant disposition and be able to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive matters.

Interested candidates should email their resume with a short cover letter explaining why they are interested in the position to The Rev. Frantisek Janak at pastor@ststephensspnj.org

The potential candidate should have the following competencies.

Ability to work with Word, Excel, and G-Suite (Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Forms, Google Drive, Gmail).
Must be comfortable using a Windows laptop.
Should be familiar with Sundays and Seasons website (bulletins) and/or traditional liturgy and liturgical seasons.
Must be able to send mass emails, maintain a Google Calendar, schedule in-person and remote meetings (Zoom) and manage a member directory (paper and electronic).
Should be able to work independently on assigned tasks and work in a hybrid work environment while responding to emails, phone calls and voicemail messages.

Find us online. Website: https://saintstephenlutheranchurch.wordpress.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StStephensSPNJ

(posted July 2022)

Office Administrator Position: The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Atonement, 308 First Avenue, Asbury Park NJ 07712

Contact: 732-443-6360
Responsibilities: Make copies for the church office, including items for Pastor-the weekly bulletins, and annual meeting booklets. / Coordinate with groups using the church buildings. / Communicate building availability. / Receive payments/insurance certificates/ groups access to the building. / Answer phone calls and review/manage voicemail / Manage Shepherd's Staff (input weekly attendance records). / Develop and revise weekly newsletter, letters and reports. / Manage email, mail, and postage. / Receive incoming mail and email. / Email the weekly E-post newsletter. / Email and mail special notices to the congregation. / Sort mail and distribute items to the appropriate committee and individuals.

Wage: $15-17 /hour Hours: 9/week Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11-2
(posted June 2022)