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1013 8th Avenue
Seattle, WA, 98104
United States

(206)762-1991

The mission of Seattle Presbytery is to participate, in word and deed, in God’s transforming work through the Gospel of Jesus Christ: †by strengthening the witness and mission of our congregations and members and by building strong partnerships with each other and the larger Christian community.

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The Common Room Director

Seattle Presbytery

The Common Room Director

Combine your pastoral skills, creativity and relational passions to lead a dynamic local ministry by and for young adults.

Build on The Common Room’s five years of growth as a need-meeting, mission-driven worshipping community.

Learn more.

Stated Clerk - Northwest Coast Presbytery

Seattle Presbytery

To apply please send cover letter and PIF or resume to laura@northwestcoast.org

PURPOSE

The role of Stated Clerk is provided for by the Constitution to assist the Presbytery in achieving its mission by guiding, communicating, maintaining, and preserving the ecclesiastical business of the Presbytery within the spirit and letter of the Constitution and governing documents of NWC Presbytery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To promote through your ministry the mission of NWC Presbytery which is “to engage, equip and encourage congregations and their leaders, dispersed yet connected throughout the region, as together we faithfully serve Jesus Christ to transform the world.”

1) Constitutional Responsibilities: The Stated Clerk shall perform all the requirements of the Stated Clerk described in the Constitution of the PC(USA).

2) Presbytery Responsibilities: The Stated Clerk shall perform all of the requirements of the Stated Clerk described in the Standing Rules and Administrative Manual of Northwest Coast Presbytery including, but not limited to carrying out processes approved by the Executive Board to review and make recommendations with regard to overtures to the PC(USA) Constitution, conduct the annual review of session records, annual review of ministers, and compile the annual General Assembly statistical report.

3) Shall serve as the parliamentarian of the Presbytery and provide advisory opinions and Constitutional process guidance regarding the meaning of the provisions of the Constitution and Presbytery governing documents to the Presbytery and its various entities.

4) Train new Clerks of Session and advise on polity matters

5) Shall carry out all other responsibilities assigned by Executive Board/EP, which are reasonable within the part-time status and consistent with the role of the Stated Clerk.

6) May carry out other responsibilities requested by Permanent Judicial Commission, Nominating Committee, and/or Commission on Preparation for Ministry which are reasonable within the part-time status and consistent with the role of Stated Clerk as negotiated with the committee moderator and/or the Executive Presbyter.

7) Confer with Presbytery attorneys on investigations and PJC cases, liability issues, engaging an attorney as counsel for Prosecuting Committees as needed, and advising attorneys on our polity in the Rules of Discipline as compared to civil law.

8) Attend relevant conferences such as Mid-Council Leaders Orientation, General Assembly, Polity Conferences etc.

OTHER

1) Attend weekly Northwest Coast Presbytery staff meetings and meet as needed with Executive Presbyter.

2) Collaborate closely with our Executive Presbyter in the spirit of teamwork.

3) Apply a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens in this work and be continually educating and resourcing oneself and others in this approach.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Healthy and vital embodied faith, spiritual maturity

  • Organized, dependable, detail-oriented

  • Strong knowledge and practice of the polity of the PC(USA)

  • Personal commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism

  • A Teaching Elder or Ruling Elder in the PC(USA)

  • Serves with energy, intelligence, imagination and love

  • Emotional intelligence, self-differentiation, healthy boundaries, resilience

  • Ability to navigate conflict with clarity and professionalism

  • Effective interpersonal and public communicator

  • Tech-savvy

ACCOUNTABILITY/TERMS

This a 20 hour a week part-time position with a remote office. The Stated Clerk is elected by the Presbytery; accountable to the Presbytery through the Executive Board (EB) and Personnel Committee of the EB. As provided by the PC(USA) Book of Order, as Stated Clerk can exercise their own conscience in constitutional interpretation and judgments free from direction and influence.

The Stated Clerk serves a 3-year term renewable every three years following a comprehensive review and evaluation at least every three years prior to the possibility of being re-nominated for an additional 3-year term.

Salary is $35000 annually and benefits will be negotiated in alignment with the NWC Presbytery personnel policies.

Reimbursables: Travel expense reimbursement and hospitality reimbursement for all travel and service related to this role. Professional expenses for any resources needed to engage this role and remote office set-up as needed.

NORTHWEST COAST PRESBYTERY

Northwest Coast Presbytery is a regional expression of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in NW Washington, Eastern Washington and SE Alaska. Comprised of 58 congregations, several new expressions of the church, over 120 minister members, and partners we engage, equip and encourage congregations and their leaders, dispersed yet connected throughout the region, as together we faithfully serve Jesus Christ to transform the world.

Sound View Camp Staff Openings

Seattle Presbytery

Now hiring:

SPRING SEASON
March 26 to June 30
Hiring Three Program Staff & One Cook
Starting at $300 per week plus room & board

SUMMER SEASON
July 2 to August 19***
Hiring Twelve Program Staff, Two Cooks, One Storekeeper, One Program Director,
and Four Rovers (per session)

FALL SEASON
September 5 to November 5
Hiring Three Program Staff & One Cook
Starting at $300 per week plus room & board

Learn more: https://www.soundviewcamp.com/camp-staff

Facilities Administrator - Bethany PC

Seattle Presbytery

The Facilities Administrator oversees the maintenance, repair, and physical condition of the church grounds and buildings in support of program ministries at Bethany Presbyterian Church in Seattle. The Facilities Administrator will develop and manage Bethany facility project priorities in consultation with program staff and ministry partners to keep the facilities operating smoothly and managed with good stewardship for the long term.

This job is approximately 20 hours per week. Expected pay range is $28 to $32 per hour. For the full job description, visit the Bethany Careers page here. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to bpcjobs@bethanypc.org

Program Associate - Presbyterian Foundation

Seattle Presbytery

Program Associate

Department: Development

Position Summary

The Ministry Relations Officers (MROs) are the main relationship builders with Pastors as well as Church and Institutional leaders representing the Presbyterian Foundation and its services and support.  The Program Associate will support the MROs.

  • Follow up with attendees of key MRO events.

  • Assist with specific MRO tasks as assigned by Senior Ministry Relations Officer (SMRO).

  • Provide technical assistance to MRO team webinars and virtual learning opportunities.

  • Provide project management to MRO team initiatives.

  • Manage MRO team special projects.

  • Support half of the MRO team administratively

  • responsible for performing a variety of tasks including general correspondence, data management and reporting, prospect research, marketing and mailings, and administrative assistant functions.

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Office Manager - Trinity PC (Tacoma)

Seattle Presbytery

Trinity Presbyterian Church in Tacoma seeks to hire a full-time (40 hrs/wk) Office Manager. Trinity is a vibrant neighborhood congregation in the Hilltop, that also offers a wide-variety of community-based programming in its building through the Bryant Neighborhood Center (BNC). The Office Manager will lead external and internal communications, building and office operations (including supervising our Buildings & Grounds Manager), and work closely with Trinity’s Pastor to support church programming and the Senior Director of the BNC to support BNC fundraising, events, volunteers, and operations. We’re looking for a person with: strong initiative and follow-through, project management skills, experience with digital communications and graphic design, and who shares the mission and values of Trinity and the BNC. The compensation range is $22–24/hour, DOE.

TO APPLY: Send resume, references, and cover letter to Rev. Matt Robbins-Ghormley (matt@tpctacoma.org).

Full Job Description here.

Elementary Ministry Pastor & Youth Pastor - United Presbyterian Church of Seattle

Seattle Presbytery

Church: United Presbyterian Church of Seattle (http://www.yunhapchurch.org)
Title: Elementary Ministry Pastor and Youth Pastor
Reports to: English-speaking education Pastor
Position: Part-time with possible transition to half-time 
Responsibilities : Sunday worship, Supervising Sunday school teachers, Vacation Bible School and children's events (e.g., Christmas).
Salary and benefits: $2000/mo

The United Presbyterian Church of Seattle (UPCS), located in the city of Edmonds, WA, is seeking part-time pastors to shepherd our Elementary (grades 1-6) and Youth Ministry.

Qualifications: 

  • Currently enrolled, or graduated from a theology program at an accredited seminary. Verification will be requested prior to hiring.

  • Fluency in English. Fluency in Korean is not necessary as this position will directly report to the EM/Education Department pastor.

  • Relevant ministry experience is preferred but will consider all applications.

To apply:

Send via email to UPCS1980@gmail.com:
1) Resume
2) One-page faith journey and vision

Worship Leader - Overlake Park PC

Seattle Presbytery

WORSHIP LEADER

OVERLAKE PARK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

JOB DESCRIPTION

Contracted flat rate: $150/scheduled Sunday

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Worship Leader will work with the Director of Worship to Lead the congregation of OPPC in Praise and Worship Music on Sunday mornings as scheduled.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·      To be the lead vocalist in a team of volunteer musicians on Sunday mornings, singing a mix of contemporary and traditional praise music and inviting the congregation to join in.

·      Becoming familiar with all songs before Sunday morning. Songs will be given with minimum 1 week of notice by the Director of Worship and communicated through the website Planning Center Online.

·      Can work collaboratively with Director of Worship to bring new music ideas and teach new songs if requested in advance.

·      Managing the rehearsal time on Sunday mornings before worship and double-checking lyric slides with the volunteer A/V team.

·      Brings kindness and enthusiasm to our volunteer team and congregation, encouraging participation and community building through music during worship.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Love for Jesus, a heart for worship ministry, and a desire to equip our congregation to grow in their relationship with God through worship music.

  • An ability to work effectively with people, exhibiting creativity, understanding and patience

  • Knowledge of and experience with worship music (contemporary and traditional) and demonstrated experience in leading others in a musical setting

  • Strong Time-Management skills

  • Ability to learn new songs and lead volunteers in rehearsing music together.

  • Ability to work cooperatively and communicate with the Director of Worship, OPPC staff, volunteers, and church members

 Contact OPPC office: office<AT>oppc.org.

Executive Officer - Mission Development Certificates Program

Seattle Presbytery

Mission Development Certificates Program Seeks Executive Officer
The Mission Development Certificates (MDC) Board has announced the upcoming retirement of Dean Mielke, MDC’s Executive Officer for the last 22+ years. The Board is committed to a smooth transition and is deeply grateful for Dean’s decades of service. The date of Dean’s retirement is to be determined following the successful conclusion of the search for the next Executive Officer.

The Executive Officer position presents a rare opportunity to apply your expertise in financial services, leadership skills, and management experience to direct a church extension fund helping to build strong faith communities throughout the region. The Board of Directors is seeking a new Executive Officer to coordinate and supervise all aspects of the MDCP investor savings certificate and church loan program. MDCP is in a healthy financial position and is poised to grow and expand. The next Executive Officer will have a significant opportunity to develop strategies and implement new initiatives, while serving as the primary steward and spokesperson for the program.

Find a flyer with more details about the position HERE.

Dir. of Worship - Lake Forest PC

Seattle Presbytery

Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church seeks a Director of Worship (PT) to provide high-quality, thoughtful worship services for the congregation of Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church.

Read job description.

Interested candidates should send their resume to Rev. Laura Terasaki at laura@lfppc.org.