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COORDINATOR FOR DISASTER RECOVERY
Presbytery of Tropical Florida

Purpose:

    1. To provide leadership in the coordination of the Presbytery disaster rebuilding, recovery, and response efforts as they relate to a natural disaster.
    2. To work with churches damaged by a natural disaster to address Presbytery concerns regarding property and building matters.
    3. To work in partnership with interfaith disaster recovery organizations and other non-profit recovery organizations.
    4. Develop procedures and prepare written guidelines for churches and Presbytery offices in preparation for future natural disasters.  This may include purchasing and maintenance of equipment as coordinated with proper committees and in accordance with purchasing procedures.

Position Responsibilities;

  1. Develop procedures and prepare financial analysis for rebuilding, recovery and
    response efforts.
    1. Work with Disaster Administrative Commissions (ACs) and the Disaster Response Committee to coordinate efforts in the event of a natural disaster including a plan of action for the Presbytery and the churches within the Presbytery and to address ongoing issues related to damage from previous disasters.
    2. Provide reliable data to the ACs and the Disaster Response Committee to justify approval of allocated resources from outside funding sources.
    3. Coordinate with the Bookkeeper to maintain accountability for disaster  related expenses and work with the AC's and the Financial Resources Committee in evaluating financial needs and meeting necessary reporting requirements.  In cases of total losses, evaluate viability of continued ministry and support to pastors and staff.
    4. Distribute and purchase needed supplies and equipment and maintain a requisition log for all equipment storage and use.
  1. Work in cooperation with the Presbytery Disaster Committee, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and local faith-based organizations, to provide the services related to disaster related events:
    1. Help devise a staffing pattern for volunteer disaster staff needs and coordination of volunteer work teams.
    2. Assist the AC's and Disaster Committee in developing a strategy for
      soliciting volunteers, assessing damage and preparing reports for PDA.
    3. Explore possibilities of assisting  churches to obtain umbrella group insurance policies.
    4. Represent the Presbytery at various meetings related to disaster recovery.
  1. Reporting and Publicity      
    1. Work with Information Technology Specialist to provide accurate and updated information for the web site on the status of churches after the hurricanes and in identifying particular needs of the Presbytery in the midst of hurricane damage.  
  2. Coordinate ongoing training for AC's and the Disaster Response Committees and make available Compassion Fatigue Training for Pastors and Staff. 
  3. Other duties as assigned and appropriate.
Supervision: This staff person will be supervised by the Executive Presbyter.

Evaluation; The employee will be evaluated based on defined goals and objectives as presented to the Human Resources Committee and the EP that meet the requirements of the position description. Since this is a relatively new job description, the position description and the person will be evaluated by the Executive Presbyter and the Human Resources Committee at the end of one year. Employee evaluations will be completed on an annual basis.

Terms: This position is for a two  year period and may be renewed for a longer period based on Presbytery approval and funding availability utilizing Tropical Florida Presbytery resources. The first six months of employment will be considered a probationary period. During this time, employee may resign or the employee may be discharged without cause or notice. Thereafter, either party can terminate this relationship with cause immediately and without cause on thirty days written notice.

Qualifications:
  • Minister or elder in Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) for a minimum of 5 years.
  • Must be able to sign "Sexual Misconduct" form in the affirmative.
  • A clear understanding of Presbyterian polity.
  • Able to work with teams in a collaborative relationship.
  • Experience in Disaster recovery.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent academic achievement.
  • Good organizational skills
  • Must be creative and innovative and able to think "outside the box."

Personal qualities:
  • Committed to Jesus Christ as Head of the Church.
  • Good listener
  • Good communicator
  • Ability to manage time wisely

Please send resume to:

                              Presbytery of Tropical Florida

                              440 East Sample Road, Suite 208

                              Pompano Beach, FL  33064

 

              email:  center@tfpby.org
Deadline for Application: October 15, 2008


Grace Presbyterian Church, Lantana, seeks the services of a part-time secretary.  Please contact Rev. Leah Meador for additional information
561-818-9191.


Central Presbyterian Church, 12455 SW 104 Street, Miami, Florida, 33186
 
Searching for Director of Youth Ministries.
Overall responsibility for planning, executing and evaluating all aspects of CPC ministries to, with and for Youth.
 
Performance and Evaluation -- Works under guidance of Head of Staff and Christian Education Committee and is evaluated annually by Policy and Personnel Committee of Session.  Evaluation includes position description and compensation.  Committee shall make recommendation(s) to Session for approval.
 
Qualifications -- 3 to 5 years experience with Christian based youth work.
                       Degree from accredited college or university
                       Experience and ability to fill Pulpit as needed
                       Preferred candidate will have completed or be in process of Lay Pastor training or equivalent
                       Salary and benefits competitive
 
Letters of Interest and resume to "Personnel" at the address above.

PORT ORANGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Director of Christian Education and Youth Ministries

Position: Salaried – full time
Reports to:  Pastor/Head of Staff/Session/Christian Growth and Nurture Committee

Purpose:  This person shall have primary responsibility for all educational and youth programs and ministries.  This position has as its main task to provide a successful, increasing program of education for children, youth and adults.   It is expected that this will include Sunday school, mid-week offerings, youth fellowship, special seasonal and summer events.  Planning, recruitment of volunteers, and training are functions of this position.  Evangelism, spiritual growth and pastoral care are actions necessitated by the position in relationships with the included in these areas of the life of the church.

Qualification:  Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Masters in Christian Education preferred. 

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PORT ORANGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Temporary Supply for Education, Youth and Pastoral Care

Position: Salaried – full time
Reports to:  Pastor/Head of Staff and Session

Purpose:  This person shall have primary responsibility for all educational and youth programs and ministries.  This person shall provide pastoral care through hospital, nursing home and member visitation, coordinating this schedule with the Pastor/Head of Staff.   This person shall assist the Pastor/Head of Staff in worship planning, leadership and preaching. 
            This position has as its main task to provide a successful, increasing program of education for children, youth and adults.   It is expected that this will include Sunday school, mid-week offerings, youth fellowship, special seasonal and summer events.  Planning, recruitment of volunteers, and training are functions of this position.  Yet this position involves a full range of functions associated with a Minister of Word and Sacrament, including pastoral care and calling, worship leadership, preaching, and administration. 

Qualification:  M.Div. or equivalent with special interest and/or training in Christian education, youth ministry and pastoral care.

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