Church Partnership Specialist

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Job Summary:

The Church Partnerships Specialist will focus on the maintenance and growth of faith-based community partnerships through management of engagement outreach, events, and volunteer opportunities. This position will be responsible for the management, development, and implementation of existing and new communication strategies and tools with our faith-based community partners. This position will support the Director of Church Partnerships and Volunteerism in stewardship and relationship management with faith-based community partners. This position will provide coordination and project management for this engagement and relationship management, including with our faith-based leader volunteers. Occasionally, this position will facilitate events and presentations with faith-based community partners and others and represent LSSMN at community events.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and/or 3-5 years of related experience, which can include lived experience that is applicable to the job and performance.
• Experience with marketing and communications, project management, volunteer management, and administration preferred.
• Knowledge of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and its full communion, ecumenical, and interfaith partners.
• Ability to facilitate events and group activities and to tailor such events according to the makeup of the group.
• Ability to use email, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to learn Trello and Raiser's Edge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Valid driver's license.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.