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Employment Opportunities:

All Peoples Church Minister Job Posting

(Formerly First Jefferson Unitarian Universalist Church)

First Jefferson is a small congregation, with approximately 110 members, looking for a halftime minister

Job responsibilities:

1. Design worship services and preach twice a month (24 services)
2. Support Worship Arts Committee in the development of lay lead services for the remainder of Sundays (28 services)
3. Supervise administrative staff and DRE
4. Remaining hours to be determined by applicant’s background, strengths and interests, including
but not limited to Pastoral Care, Social Justice, Growth and Outreach

Qualifications 

1. Master of Divinity or BS/MS in related field
2. Experience in a UU church setting in a Professional or Volunteer Position
3. Strong communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation package begins at $40K and includes salary, housing allowance, professional
expenses, health, dental and retirement plans, Life and Disability insurance. The compensation package
also includes vacation and paid sick time, as well as study leave.

Please send resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Director of Communications

First Unitarian Church of Dallas
4015 Normandy Ave.
Dallas, Texas 75205

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Communications
Reports To: Executive Director
Payroll Classification: Exempt, full-time
Prepared By/Date: Beth Dana; October 4, 2022
Approved By/Date: Executive Team; October 6, 2022
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Summary: The Director of Communications strategically manages a variety of promotional and
communications tools for the congregation and maintains consistency of the church’s brand.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Develop and implement annual and long-term communications calendaring and planning for church programs, worship, and special events.
• Create and manage weekly communication (DU Weekly), maintaining the mailing lists in Constant Contact.
• Create graphic and digital designs with consistent branding that conveys the church’s story and our progressive mission and values.

o Create content for all communication platforms – print and digital
o Create content for all-church events, classes, and programs
o Create Orders of Service for special services e.g. Christmas Eve, Maundy Thursday,
ordinations and installations, Pageant Sunday, etc.

• Manage the church’s social media presence.
• Manage church website and outside service providers.
• Support stewardship communication and design deliverables (pledge cards and letters,
testimonials).
• Advise ministers, staff, and volunteers in maintaining a consistent brand across the activities of the
church.
• Collaborate with the ministers to identify and cultivate opportunities for the church’s staff and
members to be seen and known in public settings.

Pease visit the website for complete details on Qualifications and application requirements:
https://www.dallasuu.org/job-posting-director-of-communications/

Music Director

Horizon Unitarian Universalist Chuch
1641 W. Hebron Parkway
Carrollton, Texas 75010
(972) 492-4940

Horizon UU Church is looking for a talented and collaborative part-time Music Director to support and grow the music ministry of our congregation. If you are interested in joining us in this work, please send your resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Job Description:
The Music Director is the professional staff leader directing the music program in consultation with the minister to ensure a meaningful worship experience.

Responsibilities
● Supports the church as a whole by directing program administration in support of our mission and vision.
● Communicates with the minister to help develop a weekly worship service.
● Supervises the accompanist and volunteer musicians.
● Communicates with, organizes, and directs the choir.
● Rehearses weekly with the choir for Sunday worship.
● Communicates with the congregation about music and opportunities to be involved.
● Directs the choir on Sunday mornings, and leads congregation in hymn singing.
● Arranges for music on Sundays when the choir is not singing.
● Collaborates on special music worship services.
● Stewards the music budget and ensures proper allocation of resources.
● Organizes all elements of music to support weekly worship services.
● Monitors music licenses and copyrights to ensure fair use of music in our church.
● Supervises, schedules, and coordinates instrumental music with our accompanist and any guest musicians.
● Coordinates with other ministries of the church to engage people of all ages in music.
● Meets weekly with the minister and the staff.

Qualifications
● A Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience in a music-related field, particularly conducting or choral.
● Excellent communication skills and at least two years’ experience leading a choir of congregational musicians with mixed ability levels. Ability to play one or more instruments is a positive.
● Ability to pass a background check.
● Knowledge of Unitarian Universalism a plus, but not necessary.

Position Details
● Part time at 10 hrs a week from September to June and then 6 hrs a week for July and August.
● Annual compensation commensurate with experience.
● Two weeks paid vacation during July or August.
● Professional development expenses provided up to $1,400/yr.
● Eligible to access UUA Health, Dental, Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long Term Disability benefits at own expense.
● People with disabilities, people of color, indigenous people, Hispanic/Latinx, and LGBTQ candidates are encouraged to apply. Horizon is committed to developing a diverse and talented staff team. If you are excited about this role, but unsure if you meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to inquire and/or apply.

Religious Education Coordinator (Quarter Time)

Pathways Unitarian Universalist Chuch
481 W. Harwood Rd.
Hurst, TX 76054

Pathways Unitarian Universalist Church of Hurst, Texas (Pathways) is seeking a quarter-time (10 hours per week) Religious Education Coordinator (REC) to provide dynamic leadership for our children’s and youth religious education (RE) programs.

Position description:

• Responsible for teaching most Sundays from 9:30am – 12:45pm

• Recruit, train, and nurture a core of volunteer teachers and assistants who are responsible for facilitating quality lesson plans for all classes.

• Manage children’s and youth’s religious education programs. Planning for up to three classrooms based on age and developmental ability.

• Ensure a safe learning environment, working with the Board to implement and regularly review childcare and safe congregational policies.

• Communicate with the congregation, including Board, Religious Education Council, and volunteers, both on Sunday morning and during the week.

• Collaborate with worship planners to provide a minimum of 2 multigenerational worship experiences for the congregation throughout the church year.

• Implementing the RE budget in cooperation with Board treasurer and Board RE liaison.

• Participate in meetings with board, RE Council, and congregation as requested.

• Maintain relationships with colleagues in other congregations.

• Represent the RE Program to the congregation and community. Communicate accomplishments and opportunities to serve.

• Actively promote UU Principles within the congregation.

• Keep accurate records of registration, attendance, and volunteering. Provide a monthly report to the Board RE liaison which includes detailed description of hours worked that month.

Qualifications:

• Relevant college courses or equivalent experience

• Background check required

• Current first-aid/CPR certification or completion of certification paid for by Pathways

• Knowledge, understanding, and passion for teaching about Unitarian Universalism to children, youth, and families

• Demonstrate leadership and team building skills and ability to work independently

• Strong organization and relational skills, including conflict management

• Understanding of multiculturalism, anti-oppression, and anti-racism within Unitarian Universalism and the wider community

• Preferred that the applicant live within 15 miles of Pathways Church

Projected start date: As soon as possible

Salary: $750/month, Pay issued on the 15th and last day of each month

Hours: 10 hours per week, 12 months per year with 2 weeks total of Paid Time Off

Reports to: Designated RE supervisor

Application deadline: Until position is filled

If you are interested, please email a resume and optional cover letter to

stephens.braun@gmail

for consideration.

If you have questions about this position, please email or call Stephen Braun:

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

or 682-225-9183.

Pathways Information:

https://pathwaysuu.org

Childcare Professional

Pathways Unitarian Universalist Chuch
481 W. Harwood Rd.
Hurst, TX 76054

Pathways Unitarian Universalist Church of Hurst, Texas (Pathways) is seeking an hourly Childcare Professional (CP) to provide childcare for our congregation on Sundays.

Position description:

Job responsibilities:

• The primary duty is to provide childcare during Common Ground and during the discussion group hour
• Ages of children in nursery range from 3 months through 5 years of age
• Firm adherence to the check-in and dismissal process for each child attending the nursery
• Operate a walkie-talkie for communication and adherence to safety procedures required
• Represent Pathways to the congregation and community
• Notify of sickness or required absence to designated RE Council contact ahead of 8:30 am on Sundays
• Report hours and attendance to designated RE supervisor

Qualifications:

• Background check required
• Show proof of CPR/First Aid certification or receive same training paid for by Pathways
• Preferred that the applicant live within 15 miles of Pathways Church

Projected start date: As soon as possible

Pay: Pay rate of $15/hour. Additional hours if applicable will be paid at a rate of $15/hour. Pay issued weekly.

Hours: 3 hours per week, 9:45am – 12:45pm Sundays. In the case of no children in nursery, CP may be asked to assist in activities with older children

Reports to: Designated RE supervisor

Application deadline: Until job is filled

If you are interested, please email a resume and optional cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for consideration.

If you have questions about this position, please email or call Stephen Braun: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or 682-225-9183.

Pathways Information: https://pathwaysuu.org/

Nursery Caregivers

First Unitarian Church of Dallas
4015 Normandy Ave.
Dallas, Texas 75205

Job Description:
Job Title: Nursery Caregivers

Reports To: Childcare Coordinator
FLSA Status: Non Exempt, part time
Prepared & Approved By: Beth Dana June 3, 2021

Summary:
Nursery Caregivers are responsible for the safety, care, and comfort of children ages 0-3 during Sunday
services and for children ages 0-14 for special events.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Provide childcare for infants and children on Sunday mornings from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. by:
o observing safety procedures at all time
o overseeing free play on equipment and with toys, ensuring that this is done safely
o providing care and comforting children as needed
o providing bottles of milk brought from home as requested
o changing diapers
o providing information and reassurance to parents as needed
o help to ensure that the Nursery is clean and inviting
Other Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Providing childcare outside of Sunday mornings for special events held at the church or off site for: trainings,
annual events and meetings, interest or affiliation group events, and others as your schedule permits

Qualifications:
• Verifiable history of providing dependable and reliable care to infants and/or children
• Ability to interface with a diverse population of children, teens, and adults.
• Consent to and pass a criminal background check.
• Complete the free online training made available by the State of Texas Department of Family and Protective
Services found here: http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Training/Reporting/default.asp

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Please visit their website for complete description, application and submission details:

https://www.dallasuu.org/nursery-caregivers-needed-job-description-here/