Assistant Area Ministry Director - OH, WV, Western PA- Rivers & Rails (Undergraduate Ministry)

Work Location: Ohio Job Type Full time To advance the mission and purpose of InterVarsity as noted above, an Assistant Area Ministry Director has a particular ministry focus to develop within a ministry area, e.g. multiethnicity or training, and is a member of the area ministry leadership team, representing that ministry area focus. Essential Functions Personal Spiritual Duties Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God, God's Word, God’s people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world.Practice daily spiritual disciplinesPursue spiritual relationships and involvement in a worshipping communityContinue learning and growth in spiritual understanding, biblical knowledge, ministry experience and skillsExperience and live out an ongoing call to ministry service with InterVarsity and its mission Ministry Leadership Assist in leading the area’s ministry vision and direction in an area of ministry focusParticipate and be fully engaged in the ministry area leadership team to set spiritual vision and direction, to contribute to the accomplishment of the team’s plans for spiritual growth and transformation, and to provide ministry leadership in specific areas, and by helping to lead spiritual growth as a staff community and depending on God in prayerLead discrete projects, as assigned, and help, as directed, in implementing portions of the following:Partnering in setting the spiritual vision and direction for the ministry areaDeveloping area-wide student training programs and opportunitiesAssisting and advising on staff developmentEngage regularly in ministry to studentsEngage positively with the supervision you receive from your staff director Pastoral Supervision (as required) Supervise staff on a temporary basis, as required Administration Provide administrative services and financial oversight, as delegated, that enables staff to do their jobsMaintain strong partnerships with National Service Center personnelEnsure adherence to national policies, procedures, and reporting requirements Fund Development and Public Relations Serve as an ambassador of InterVarsity to individual ministry partners and churches, through prayer, discussion of ministry efforts, mission, and accomplishmentsAssist in maintaining sound financial status of the region through the oversight of budgeting, fund development, and expense control, as delegatedDevelop and maintain a ministry among partners who will fund InterVarsityRepresent InterVarsity within the broader Christian community Qualifications Annually affirm InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement (Doctrinal Basis and Purpose Statement). Abide by InterVarsity’s Code of Conduct. Believe and behave consonantly with InterVarsity’s Human Sexuality Theological Paper. Affirm and behave consonantly with InterVarsity’s “Women in Ministry Statement of Affirmation”Ongoing call to InterVarsity and its mission Bachelor’s degree requiredMinimum three years Campus Staff ministry or equivalent work experience requiredWilling to receive ongoing trainingAble contribute to an open and supportive relationship with team membersAbility to develop a teamStrong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environmentMinistry skills (including the ability to communicate spiritual vision, teach spiritual and biblical principles, plan ministry programs, and spiritually disciple, coach and mentor)Effective oral and written communication skills Demonstrated problem-solving skillsAbility to organize events and manage the details involved Ability to maintain accurate records and filesAbility to take charge of teams and tasks; work independently without close supervision Frame of Reference InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA Frame of Reference All ministers subscribe annually to the Purpose Statement of InterVarsity: In Response To God’s Love, Grace And Truth The purpose of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is to establish and advance at colleges and universities witnessing communities of students and faculty Who Follow Jesus As Savior And Lord growing in love for God, God’s Word, God’s people of every ethnicity and culture and God’s purposes in the world. This purpose is admittedly more limited than the Great Commission. As a mission extension of the local church, we have adopted boundaries on our activities based on our call to serve a defined group of God’s people. Within the context of InterVarsity’s purpose, all of the relationships and tasks that ministers engage in as part of their work for InterVarsity have both eternal and temporal components. Values InterVarsity is committed to developing men and women from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and generations, whom God calls to work with us for both shorter and longer periods of service, as we pursue the call of God in the university world. Maturing Disciple Of Jesus Christ Every InterVarsity minister is to be a maturing disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ, growing in obedience to the Scriptures. The marks of a long-term love relationship with Christ in the fullness of His Spirit are described in Galatians 5:22: “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” In the workplace, this fruit is revealed in healthy working relationships which encourage all ministers to accomplish their work and enhance their focus on the spiritual aspects of their work. Team Work Each minister is a vital member of Christ’s body. This means that we will work with one another in ways that honor and encourage all to grow in Christ while accomplishing His work. Our community requires that each individual serve as a team member in a collegial and open environment based on values, relationships, and vision as well as structure and position. InterVarsity employees and volunteers, commit to serve God and all InterVarsity colleagues, students, and partners, with sensitivity to both the eternal and temporal dimensions of our work. “Whatever your task, work heartily, as serving the Lord.” (Colossians 3:23a) Pay Range: $44,016.00 - $58,680.00 per year Pay: This position is funded through personal fundraising. Accordingly, compensation will vary based on the ability of the individual to secure a donor team to fund the cost of his/her salary. The anticipated salary range for this position on a full-time basis (40 hours/week) is dependent on a variety of factors, including location and cost of living. The actual salary received, including any geographic adjustment to account for location and cost of living, is subject to the individual’s ability to raise funds necessary to cover the full amount of such salary within the range set forth in the job posting details. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan403(b) matching contributionsDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountsFlexible work scheduleFlexible spending accountsHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceVision insurance Equal Employment Opportunity InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity’s mission and purposes.