Job Description for Designated Associate Conference Minister

Summary of Duties:

The Designated Associate Conference Minister (DACM) is a quarter-time position (10 hours per week) and will focus on: (1) facilitating the TCM staff’s work with the Committee On Ministries (COMs) of the Tri-Conferences and (2) be a point of contact for the churches assigned.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

  • Facilitate the staffs work with COMs and CCAM of the Conferences in the Tri-Conference.
  • Establish relationships with and be the point of contact for assigned churches and authorized members within the TCM.
  • Interpret the ministries of the TCM conferences and other settings of the wider church and advocate for their generous financial support by local churches and individuals throughout our conferences
  • Collaborate with Conference Deacons and other TCM staff to respond to needs and issues that arise from the local churches.
  • Engage creative and efficient stewardship of time, technology, and travel in meeting the needs of congregations and pastors.
  • Participate in staff meetings, retreats or other events as assigned.
  • Promote the TCM and UCC mission/programs.
  • Perform other tasks and take part in activities which are consistent with and appropriate to this position as assigned by the Executive Conference Minister.

 Job Qualifications:

  • Ordained Minister in the United Church of Christ or Disciples of Christ Minister with Partnership Standing and a strong personal faith.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Displays ability to communicate with persons from diverse backgrounds and build positive relationships.
  • Demonstrates a strong ability to adapt to change, as well as follow and/or lead change based on the discernment and decisions of the Conferences in the TCM.
  • Has knowledge and experience or can learn middle judicatory work quickly and effectively.

Reports to:

Executive Conference Minister of the Tri-Conference Ministries.

Duration of Call:

This position is a designated position for 18 months which can be extended or the Designated ACM may apply for the settled position.

 

For questions, email Rev. Phil Hart.