EMPLOYMENT AT UNIVERSITY

University Methodist Church of San Antonio is a 6000 member Methodist church in suburban San Antonio. We are seeking an Executive Director of Operations to oversee the administrative and operational aspects of the church, including daily operations, staffing, finances, communications and purchase of supplies and services. This person reports directly to the Lead Pastor and will also be the leading assistant to the Lead Pastor in developing new programs.

General Responsibilities:
The Executive Director of Operations will participate in the life of University by attending large church events and activities at the University. She/He is expected to be an active member at University or another Christian church and will provide an example of Christian leadership throughout all job duties, including interactions with staff, contractors, lay leaders and other members of the congregation.

 Executive Responsibilities:

• Provide management and oversight to direct reports and Christian leadership support and mentoring to all staff personnel. Direct reports include the Director of Finance and the Director of Operations. This position will also work closely with the Director of Communications. 
• Manage the operations of the church 
  • Oversee facility and security issues including operations, maintenance, purchasing and contractors. Provide project management as needed for large church projects. 
  • Oversee HR activities including payroll, benefits, hiring and firing, employee performance, policies, and procedures 
  • Coordinate with communication and IT activities (including Sunday morning venues, external communications, website, social media) 
  • Work with the Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) to address personnel and hiring issues.
• Manage finances
  • Coordinate with clergy to set financial goals
    Oversee internal and external financial reporting including budgets and audits
  • Work closely with lay leaders on the Finance/Trustees Committee to provide input on financial and operations issues.
  • Attend monthly Finance/Trustee meetings. Attend monthly SPRC meetings as needed.
  • Attend monthly Leadership Council meetings as needed.
• Participate in University weekly staff meetings and clergy meetings, as needed, staff training/leadership events, and other ministry events as requested by the Lead Pastor.

Qualifications:

• Adheres to Christian beliefs and advocates University’s mission and vision for the community.
• Exhibit clear communication and people management skills.
• Brings experience overseeing operations in a large organization with multiple departments.
• Engages in regular church attendance, bible study, etc. Clergy credentials are NOT required for this position.
• Hours: 32-40 per week, including occasional weekend and evening responsibilities. Hours are flexible.
• Salary: To Be Decided
• Benefits: Employer supported health benefits, 403B eligibility, vacation days based on length of service, holidays, administrative support including technology.

Hours (7:50– 11:50am), Non exempt, Supervised by Primary School Program Manager

The Office Assistant will have a love of Christ and a passion for taking part in His Kingdom work at University. This person will live out the mission of University Primary and support this place in a way that those they interact with know they are loved, they belong and they are created with purpose. In addition to supporting the overall mission this person will work directly with the Program Manager, Program Facilitator, Administrative Assistant, Director and Pastor of Families in various capacities. Other duties include but are not limited to:

• Shop for Extended Care Snacks
• Shop for resources for school and Chapel of the Good Shepherd
• Answer phones, man doors
• Chapel of the Good Shepherd set up and break down
• Holiday games/puzzles
• Prop box organization and check out
• Assist in rooms as needed
• Other additional tasks as needed

University Methodist Church currently has an immediate opening for a Custodial position to include some weekdays and both Saturday and Sunday shifts.  

The successful applicant must be Christ-centered, able to maintain a safe and clean environment, have reliable transportation, custodial experience and physically able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs. Responsibilities include maintaining facility on weekends, setting up and tearing down tables, chairs, staging, using floor cleaning machine, cleaning multiple areas of the campus, and willingness to serve the church congregation. Please contact Laura Ames in the church office for more information at 210-696-1033.