Job Openings


Director of Administrative Ministries 
First United Methodist Church of Montrose 


Employment type: Part-time (20 hours/week) 

Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm 

Location: On-site at 19 S. Park Avenue, Montrose, Colorado 

Reports to: Pastor 

 

Compensation & Benefits: 

Competitive hourly rate based on experience 

Paid Time Off (PTO) 

Retirement plan with employer contribution 

 

Mission Overview:

The Director of Administrative Ministries provides vital clerical and logistical support to the pastor, staff and congregation. This role serves as a primary point of contact for the church office, ensuring that daily operations align with the church’s missions and that members and guests feel welcomed and well-informed. 


Key Responsibilities:

Office Operations: Manage daily office tasks including answering telephones, greeting visitors, responding to emails and handling incoming/outgoing email. 

Worship Support: Gather materials for weekly services; design, print and prepare worship bulletins. 

Records Management: Maintain and update church databases (e.g. Breeze), including membership directories, attendance ledgers and visitor records. 

Logistics & Scheduling: Manage the church’s master calendar, including facility use requests for weddings, funerals and community meetings. 

Pastoral Support: Assist the pastor with clerical tasks, scheduling appointments and preparing reports for Charge/Church Conferences or congregational meetings. 

 

Qualifications: 

Possess general administrative skills such as typing, filing, grammar and general computer knowledge. 

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs; one year experience preferred. Willingness to learn new software and database systems. 

Enjoy working with all kinds of people, have the ability to make comfortable a wide variety of individuals in person and over the telephone; one year in customer service preferred. 

Good listener, understand and observe confidentiality. 

Ability to move from one task to another with ease, the position can be fast-paced and require resilience. 

Education: High School or equivalent 

Extra Credit: Working knowledge of church policies, practices and procedures. 

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and (optional) a brief cover letter expressing their interest to: office@montroseumc.org. 

First United Methodist Church of Montrose is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified individuals to apply. 


----------------------------------------------------------------


Community Youth Choir Leader / Director of Youth Ministries
First United Methodist Church of Montrose


Employment type: Part-time (10 hours/week)

 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience
  • Flexible scheduling

 

Mission Overview:

The Community Youth Choir Leader / Director of Youth Ministries at First United Methodist Church of Montrose nurtures a welcoming, spiritually enriching environment for children, youth and families. This role begins with establishing a vibrant community children and youth choir and will grow into a broader ministry position as participation expands. The ideal candidate is a compassionate mentor with a heart for service, skilled in building intergenerational connections and leading with creativity, musicality and administrative excellence.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Children & Youth Programming (Initial Focus: Choir Launch & Leadership)

  • Establish and direct a community children/youth choir, including recruitment, rehearsals and periodic worship or community performances.
  • Build relationships with families, schools and community partners to recruit children and youth into the choir.
  • Plan and lead Sunday School and youth gatherings, ensuring age‑appropriate faith formation.
  • Integrate children and youth into worship through occasional participation, special Sundays and seasonal events.

Community Engagement

  • Develop partnerships with local schools, music educators and family‑serving organizations to increase visibility and participation in church programs.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Communications to share clear, timely information with families through digital and print channels.

Volunteer Coordination & Safety

  • Recruit, train and support volunteers for children’s and youth ministries.
  • Ensure compliance with Safe Sanctuary policies and required safety training.

Program Administration

  • Manage a modest ministry budget and coordinate materials for weekly and seasonal programming.
  • Maintain communication with the pastor and Church Council regarding program needs and progress.
     

Growth Path (Future Expansion of Hours & Responsibilities):

As the choir becomes established and participation grows, this position will expand in scope and weekly hours. Additional responsibilities may include:

  • Developing a comprehensive children and youth ministry program beyond the choir.
  • Creating new outreach initiatives, family events and intergenerational activities.
  • Leading or coordinating mission projects, seasonal programs and community partnerships.
  • Supporting long‑term strategic planning for youth and family ministries.

This growth path will be shaped collaboratively with the pastor and Church Council based on congregational needs and program momentum.

 

Qualifications:

  • Experience in children’s ministry, education, music leadership or related fields
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with both children and adults
  • Understanding of Christian mission and Wesleyan values
  • Must pass a background check and be available Sunday mornings and occasional evenings
  • Bonus: Experience with choir direction, event planning or community outreach.

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates committed to serving families within our community should submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their vision for family ministry to: office@montroseumc.org.

First United Methodist Church of Montrose is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified individuals to apply.