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Assoc. Program Coordinator-Church Relations Lead

Consider joining us for this great and unique full-time position on our year around Program Team! Riverside is a thriving, Christ-centered camping ministry that serves over 150 congregations throughout the midwest for year around programming and retreats. We're in search for the next great leader on our team that can oversee a variety of programming, along with being our church relations lead by intentionally connecting with pastors/youth leaders throughout the year. Riverside is a great ministry to work at, with full time benefits that include: competitive salary, health insurance, SIMPLE IRA matching program, vacation, sick days, paid holidays, continuing education through CCCA events, and also an intentional discipleship plan that includes: one-on-one mentoring, paid day away a month to spend with the Lord, and 24-48 hour silent retreat once a year. See more details from our job posting below-we hope you'll consider joining us!

Purpose: To carry out the mission of Riverside, “To know Jesus Christ and to make Christ known to all” in providing leadership and oversight to a variety of areas of programming year around.

Qualifications
*Disciple of Jesus Christ.
*A leader who demonstrates a consistent life of integrity and humility (1 Timothy 3:1-12 and Titus 1:6-9).
*Embraces Riverside’s Mission, Core Values, and Statement of Faith.
*Committed to the Biblical design for ministry leaders to equip God’s people to do His work (Ephesians 4:11-13).
*3+ years of camp ministry or congregational ministry experience.
*Excellent relational, verbal communication, strategic thinking, and team building skills.
*Passion for camping ministry and understanding of the importance of partnering with the ministry of the local church.
*Ability to lead programming and events at a high level.

Areas of Leadership and Responsibility
1. Congregation Engagement Lead
*Develop and maintain strong relationships with pastors and youth leaders in and outside of our Association.
*Coordinate visits to churches throughout the year to share about upcoming programs at Riverside.
*With our team, develop and carry out strategies to engage with current and future youth campers throughout the year.

2. Summer Camp
*Training: Participate in training of Leadership, Support Staff and Summer Staff training.
*Day Camp Program: Provide leadership over our Day Camp Program to train, equip, encourage, and oversee Day Camp Directors and teams.
*Coaching Summer Staff: coach, equip, and support a variety of support staff to carry out their roles.

3. Staff Recruiting
*Travel on visits to recruit for summer staff
*Interview potential summer staff in coordination with Program Coordinator.

4. Youth/Adult Retreats/Year Around Programming
*An essential part of our program team in developing and carrying out programs centered around our core values (Christ-centered, life-changing, relationships, creativity, excellence and disciple making).
*Help carry out ministry retreats that we host by providing excellent service and Christ-centered hospitality to our guests.

*Carry out other duties as needed to support the ministry of Riverside*

To Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to Riverside with attention to Chris Dahl, Executive Director, via email (Chris@riversideLBC.org).
This is a full-time salary position with full benefits, which may include: health insurance, SIMPLE IRA matching program, vacation, sick days, paid holidays, continuing education through CCCA events, and other intentional discipleship days.

Time:  Full-Time Year Round
Salary:  Paid
Category:  Programming

Updated: 8/5/2024 12:55:34 PM