Pittsburgh Presbytery - Job Opportunities

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Below are job and career openings within Pittsburgh Presbytery. Help us keep this list up to date by contacting us when positions are filled or no longer available.

Positions Available:

The Commission on Ministry lists the following positions within the Presbytery that are thought to be available. If the position is for pastor or associate pastor, listing here indicates that the Church Information Form has been filed with Louisville and the church is receiving PIF's.

PLEASE NOTE: To view the job description, if available, please click on the position title (Pastor, Interim Pastor, etc.); to view the web site of the church with the open position, please click on the name of the church.

PASTOR:

Pastor -- Bellefield Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh
Pastor -- The Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, Pittsburgh
Pastor -- Glenshaw Presbyterian Church, Glenshaw
Pastor -- Riverview United Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh

Full-Time Director of Children & Youth Ministries
Eastminster Presbyterian Church

Eastminster Presbyterian Church is seeking a full-time Director of Youth and Children Ministries to the serve the Church in designing and leading successful youth and children ministries, which enhance the life of our Christ-centered and intentionally cross cultural family. These ministries include Sunday school, summer programs, weekday youth activity and bible study groups, and will also include overnight retreats as well mission trips among others. The existing ministry is a dynamic racial and socioeconomic mix of over 100 children and youth. Responsibility over these ministries includes development of leaders, budgeting, design and management of programs. The successful candidate: has a love for children and youth from infant to 17 years of age; is a college graduate, preferably with a degree in youth or children ministries; and has five years of experience in leadership of youth ministry. Ordained ministers will be strongly considered. This is a full time position with an excellent benefits package; desired start date is immediate. Applicants should email a resume by June 1, 2013. Click here to download a detailed position description.

Full-Time Director of Youth & Family Ministry
Shadyside Presbyterian Church

Shadyside Presbyterian Church is seeking a full-time director of youth & family ministry. Click here to download a detailed position description and contact information.

Part-Time Christian Education Director
Lincoln Place Presbyterian Church

An exciting part-time employment opportunity is available at Lincoln Place Presbyterian Church. They are looking for someone to work 3-4 hours per week for 8 weeks, beginning the 2nd week of June, to create a children’s Christian Education program. Wednesdays or Thursdays are preferred workdays, but flexible. The position will pay $12.00 per hour. No experience is required, but enthusiasm and a desire to work with children are a must. Applicants must also be 18 or older, have three references, and provide criminal and child abuse background checks. Email resumes or send by mail to Lincoln Place Presbyterian Church, ATTN: Pastor Deb Messham, 1202 Muldowney Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207.

Youth Program Developer
United Presbyterian Church of Universal

The United Presbyterian Church of Universal in Penn Hills is in need of a vibrant leader for development and implementation of a youth program. Qualified applicants will have exceptional skills in organization, planning, and attracting young people, successful experience with church youth programming, and Act 33 and 34 clearances. Compensation will be dependent upon education and experience. Please send resume complete with references to: United Presbyterian Church of Universal, Attention Youth Program, 2545 Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.

Part-Time Program Coordinator
Heritage Presbyterian Church

Heritage Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time program coordinator. Click here to download a detailed position description and contact information.

Part-Time Administrator
The Open Door Presbyterian Church

The Open Door Church (PCUSA) is a missional church community that calls the East End of Pittsburgh home. Their offices and worship gatherings are housed at the Union Project located at the corner of Stanton and Negley Avenues, a crossroads of four distinct neighborhoods. Their mission is to create passageways to God, others, and the world, in the way of Jesus. The Open Door is currently seeking a part-time church administrator to assist the pastors and ministry teams with a variety of organizational needs. We prefer candidates with prior administrative experience, but all may apply. Please email resumes to Joy Hickey by March 20. Click here to view or to download a detailed position description.

Part-Time Music Director/Organist
Cheswick Presbyterian Church

Cheswick Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time Music Director/Organist. Click here to download a detailed position description and contact information.

Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Clinton United Presbyterian Church

Clinton United Presbyterian Church, located near the Pittsburgh International Airport, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of part-time administrative assistant. This position is 9-12 hours per week, office hours determined in discussion with the pastor. Accountable to the pastor as head of staff, this position involves performing the function of administrative assistance (or secretary) to the pastor and other staff including all typing, filing, routine correspondence and maintenance of calendar. This individual will be responsible for production and distribution of materials such as the weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, and other mailings. The administrative assistant will maintain address and telephone records. Interested parties may email a resume or mail to Clinton UP Church, ATTN: Elder Richard Hamil, PO Box 175, Clinton, PA 15026. Resumes are due by April 8.

Part-Time Director of Educational Ministries
The Presbyterian Church of Plum Creek

The Presbyterian Church of Plum Creek, in Plum Borough, PA, is seeking applicants for the position of Director of Educational Ministries, a part time position (20 hours/week). The salary range is $20-22K. The Director will be responsible for planning, developing, and supervising the Christian Education and small group ministries in accordance with the policies and directions of the Presbyterian Church of Plum Creek. Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume to Plum Creek Presbyterian Church, 550 Center New Texas Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239, c/o Sam Shaneyfelt, chairman of the search committee. Deadline for receiving applications is March 24, 2013.

Part-Time Director of Youth Ministries
The Presbyterian Church of Plum Creek

The Presbyterian Church of Plum Creek is seeking a part-time Director of Youth Ministries. Click here to download a detailed position description and contact information.

Part-Time Director of Children's Ministries
Union Presbyterian Church of Robinson Township

Union Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time Director of Children's Ministries. Click here to download a detailed position description. Please email your resume to Monica Laughery, Administrative Assistant, or call her at 412-787-1818 for more information or if you have questions.

Full-Time Director of Children’s Ministries
The Presbyterian Church, Sewickley

The Presbyterian Church, Sewickley, a 950 member church, seeks a full-time director of children’s ministries. The principal function of this job is to nurture the faith development of children (birth through fifth grade) by developing, leading, and implementing a comprehensive children’s Christian education program. The successful candidate will possess a mature faith in the triune God; a deep love and commitment to Jesus Christ; an evident delight in children; a passion for nurturing children and their families in their relationship with God; an understanding of child development; and an ability to teach and relate with children of all ages. For more information, please email Joan Murdoch.

Part-Time Music Director
Cheswick Presbyterian Church

Cheswick Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time music director, organist, pianist, and creative musician who appreciates traditional, contemporary, and blended worship celebration styles and services. Additional opportunities with weddings and funerals. For more information, please email the Rev. Bob Ruefle.

Part-Time Secretary
Cheswick Presbyterian Church

Cheswick Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time secretary with good organizational, office, and computer skills to assist with the administrative and coordinating duties of the church, create a weekly worship bulletin, and to contribute to the effective flow of the various forms of communication between the congregation, the community, and the pastor. Please email a resume with references to the Rev. Bob Ruefle.

Full-Time Director of Children & Youth Ministry
Sixth Presbyterian Church

Sixth Presbyterian Church is seeking a full-time Director of Children and Youth Ministry. Click here to download a detailed position description.

Part-Time Director of Youth & Educational Ministries
Bethel Presbyterian Church

Bethel Presbyterian Church in Bethel Park is seeking a part-time director of youth and educational ministries. The person serving in this ministry will work in close cooperation with the Head of Staff to foster an environment of ongoing discipleship for members of all ages. In addition, he/she will work closely with the Christian Education Committee to develop a comprehensive ministry that glorifies Jesus Christ. Please see our website, for more information or send resumes and references to Cassandra Table, Personnel Chair, 2999 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Click here to view or to download the full position description.

Part-Time Youth Associate
Hamilton Presbyterian Church

Hamilton Presbyterian Church in Bethel Park, PA, is looking for a part-time Youth Associate. Hamilton has a proud history of providing a top-quality program for junior high and high school students to support and encourage their Christian development. The Youth Associate will work with an established core of dedicated parent volunteers to: plan and carry out weekly activities and special events that help our young people to deepen their faith and inspire a lifelong commitment to Christian values; create a welcoming and nurturing environment that allows for “fun and games” within the confines of a Christian experience; and reach out to young people in surrounding communities to offer the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and motivating Christian experience. The Youth Associate will meet monthly with the Discipleship Ministry Team to ensure a strong connection among the youth program and other areas of Hamilton’s ministry. For more information, call 412-884-2722. Click here to view or download the full description of the position.

Full-Time Executive Director
Mars Home for Youth/MHY Family Services

The Mars Home for Youth/MHY Family Services, a validated mission agency through the Mission Ministry Team of Pittsburgh Presbytery, is seeking a full-time executive director. Click here to download a detailed description and contact information.

Part-Time Youth & Family Activities Coordinator
Riverdale Presbyterian Church

Riverdale Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time youth and family activities coordinator available November 1. This position is paid per event, but averages approximately $500.00 per month. Please email resume and statement of faith to BJ Moore or mail to: BJ Moore, Director of Discipleship & Education, Riverdale Presbyterian Church, 1555 Brodhead Road, Moon Township, PA 15108. Click here to download a detailed description.

Part-Time Preschool Teacher
Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church

The preschool of Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church is looking for a teacher to work in the Small Wonders class (ages 18 months to 2 years old), beginning Tuesday, January 2. Hours will be from 8:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The teacher will be working with another staff person in the room. Must have experience working with young children; Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree preferred; must be available for additional in-service days and meetings as needed. Please send letter of interest, resume, and two letters of reference to Ellen Schall, Director Preschool Ministries, Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, 384 Fox Chapel Road, Pittsburgh, Pa 15238 or call 412-963-8243 X 60.

Part-Time Music Director
Mt. Pisgah Presbyterian Church

Mt. Pisgah Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time music director for their morning worship service. Mt Pisgah has a blended worship service on Sunday morning. This is a congregation which has been led by Pure Praise, a contemporary praise team, for years but also enjoys the blessing of traditional music. The person applying should have an interest working with all ages. We see this position as part-time for now and as an opportunity for ministry, as a place to share his or her faith and gifts with the congregation as well as leading the people in joyful worship. Interested persons should call the church 412-921-8444 for more information concerning possible time commitment and responsibilities or send us an email. Feel free to speak to the Rev. Linda Ruby, pastor, if you have any questions.

Volunteer Tutors
Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry

You can make a difference in the life of a struggling child! Volunteer tutors are needed for all grade levels (KG-12) to assist children who are struggling academically. Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry’s Fall Tutoring Program begins the week of September 17. If you are interested in giving an hour or two a week in support of a kid in need, please email Sandy Niekum or call her at 412-366-1300 X 23.

Part-Time Director of Youth Ministry
Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church & First United Presbyterian Church of Rennerdale

Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church and the First United Presbyterian Church of Rennerdale are seeking an energetic individual to lead a joint youth program that will enhance the faith development of the Middle and High School Youth. Click here to download a detailed description of the position and contact information.