Job Opportunities
Join the FUMCR Team
Current Openings:
• Director of Communications
• FUMCR Childcare (part-time)
• FUMCR Preschool - Substitute Teachers (part-time)
Director of Communications
FUMCR is seeking a full-time, dynamic and creative Director of Communications to lead and strengthen our voice within the congregation and the wider community. This individual will play a vital role in sharing our mission, ministries, and values through clear and engaging communication.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling, digital media, and collaboration across ministries. Working closely with clergy and church leadership, the Communications Director will help ensure consistent messaging across all platforms. We invite candidates who are inspired by faith and connection to help us communicate God’s love in meaningful ways.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that support the church’s vision, ministries, and strategic goals
• Supervise and mentor a small communications team, fostering collaboration, creativity, and accountability
• Oversee creation and distribution of content across print, digital, social media, and worship-related platforms
• Ensure brand consistency in all internal and external communications
• Partner with ministry leaders to promote events and programs effectively
• Manage the communications budget, timelines, and external vendors or contractors as needed
• Analyze engagement metrics and feedback to continually improve communication effectiveness and reach
Ideal Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated experience in church, nonprofit, or mission-driven communications preferred
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and related tools)
• Strong hands-on graphic design skills with an eye for visual storytelling
• Experience managing websites, social media platforms, and digital communication tools
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate with a small team and volunteers
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills aligned with United Methodist values
To Apply
Submit your resume to Lynnita Jessen, Executive Director, at ljessen@fumcr.com.
FUMCR Childcare
FUMCR is looking for part-time staff to provide dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care to children while at church. This staff member is responsible for caring for infants through 6th graders.
Responsibilities
Provide child-care on Sundays during worship services (8:30am-12:15pm) and other days during the week where childcare is needed for events.
Maintain positive, safe, and caring relationships with children - greet enthusiastically; care for needs including diaper changes, bathroom visits, and feeding when needed; interact positively; and play with children.
Maintain welcoming and positive relationships with parents - greet appropriately, return child with affirmative and constructive comments.
Communicate in advance of planned and unplanned absences at least two hours prior to the shift.
Qualifications
At least 18 years of age
Completion of satisfactory background check
Completion of MinistrySafe training
Compensation
$14/hour
How to Apply
To apply for this position please email Ashley Kelly at akelly@fumcr.com
Substitute Teachers - FUMCR Preschool
Our Christian-based, school-year program has a firm foundation and is excited to offer Parent's Day Out, Preschool, and Kindergarten. Our mission is to focus on each child's spiritual, emotional, physical, cognitive, and social development.
We are seeking individuals who have a passion for working with young children. School hours are 9 am - 2 pm. Hourly rate - $17.00.
