Employment Opportunities

Lutheran Church of Hope, an ELCA congregation in Broomfield, CO, is seeking a Music Coordinator, who would have responsibility for coordinating the music ministries and music staff of the congregation.  The successful candidate will have experience in leading and being part of a team, in making decisions, and have a passion for church music of all styles.  The candidate should have a bachelor of music degree or equivalent experience and have a solid understanding of Lutheran Theology in and around Worship and Music practice.   

A complete job description may be found on the congregation's website at  www.lchope.org or by contacting the church office at 303-466-4823.  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume electronically to musicsearch@lchope.org no later than Friday, December 9, 2011.   

Holy Trinity Lutheran Preschool in Littleton, CO, has an immediate opening for a part-time teacher in a classroom of   two year old children.  Applicants must have ECE (Early Childhood Education) certification or equivalent qualifications.  Please contact Director Tracy Seul by email or phone (303 797-6345) for further information.  

Christ the King Lutheran Church in Durango, CO is seeking a part-time Director of Youth Ministry. The congregation seeks a candidate who will work with passion and creativity to recruit, organize, and lead paid staff and volunteers in designing and implementing programs in faith formation for youth from middle school through college in the congregation, school and community.   

The initial focus for youth ministry will be leading and expanding existing programs for middle school and high school students, and young adults. A complete job description (with contact information) is available on  Christ the King website.

The Rocky Mountain Synod Global Mission Committee would like to set up a web-based database where members of the synod could share information and questions on global ministries in which they are involved. The Committee is looking for someone with IT know-how in web-based databases who is willing to help set this up. Do you have the skills to bring to the project? Know someone who might be willing to help? Please contact Pastor Ron Roschke by email. Thanks in advance.

Trinity Lutheran Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Chancel Choir Director to support and expand the ministry and mission of Trinity through the Music Ministry.  The position is a part-time position consisting of weekly rehearsals and performances at weekly Sunday services during the months of September – May.  Special services and events are also included.   A detailed job description with duties and responsibilities is available.

Interested persons are asked to p lease email office@trinitylutheranfc.org or contact the church office at 970-482-1226 to be directed to our pastors or a member of the search team.

House for All Sinners and Saints, a missional church community of the ELCA, is seeking a creative, passionate individual to serve as Facilitator, implementing Godly Play curriculum during our weekly Sunday evening worship service.  The Facilitator will play a vital role in our worship life by creating space in which children ranging from toddler to teenager can engage deeply with the biblical story during the 30 minute long Service of the Word portion of the liturgy. In addition to planning and teaching weekly sessions, the Godly Play Facilitator will be responsible for providing care for children one half-hour before and one half-hour after service. Training and/or experience in the Godly Play program as well as completion of the Safeguarding God's Children training is required.    

Compensation for serving from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. each Sunday is $50/week.  In addition, the Facilitator may be given the option to provide care during other community events as they arise.  

If interested, please email your resume and a brief statement describing your interest to Pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber or Vicar Matthew Nickoloff. More information about House for All can be found at our website: houseforall.org.  Thanks in advance for your interest! 

Christ Lutheran Church Preschool is seeking a qualified, experienced individual for the position of full-time Preschool Director. Full job description can be found at www.clchr.org .  Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references by September 2, 2011 by email to Pastor Tom Shelly, or Michelle McClurg, personnel chair.

Lutheran Family Services is seeking a full time Administrative Assistant/Receptionist for their Denver office located at 363 South Harlan Street (80226).   Prior experience is necessary.   A detailed job description is available on the website   regarding responsibilities, duties and qualifications. Please submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to recruit@fortehumanresources.com and in the subject line please state LFS Receptionist.

Joy Lutheran Church in Parker, Colorado is looking for a person to fill a part time Administrative Assistant position.  The hours are Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  

Please send resumes to pastorlyn@joylutheran-parker.org or mail attn: Pastor Lyn Crase, 7051 E. Parker Hills Court, Parker, CO (80138).

Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Collins, CO is currently seeking applicants to join them in ministry as Office Administrator or Director of Communications.  

 The Office Administrator position is a part-time position of 15-20 hours per week. Check out a more detailed job description which includes responsibilities, expectations and compensation.  

The Director is responsible for the creation, editing, printing and distribution of timely, accurate, and high-quality publications. As well, the Director is responsible for coordinating, with other staff and volunteers, Trinity's internal and external communications.  The Director of Communications and Publications position is a part-time position of 15-20 hours per week. Available here is a more detailed job description which includes responsibilities, expectations and compensation. 

Applicants should send responses (resume with cover letter) by emailed to trinitylutheranfc@comcast.net. If you require additional information, please contact Marilyn Hartig by email or phone at 970-226-4332.  The deadline to submit applications is July 19, 2011.

Evergreen Lutheran Church, a thriving, loving, community parish in the foothills southwest of Metro Denver seeks pastoral assistance in the areas of pastoral care, Stephen Ministry and Adult Education.   ELC is a family of faith that rejoices in diversity, welcomes all people, and encourages growth through study of the Word and serving those in need. 

We would welcome retired pastors, diaconal ministers or associates in ministry to apply.   Please contact Pastor Vera Guebert-Steward at the church office (303-674-4654) or on her cell phone (303-818-5270).   You may also send an e-mail of inquiry to Pastor Vera at:   Guebstewar@aol.com. 

Atonement Lutheran Church (ELCA) of Boulder, Colorado is seeking a musician to lead our music ministry team beginning in August. The 20-hour-per-week Cantor position works with the Pastors, music staff and members of Atonement Lutheran Church to support the congregation¹s worship life, to coordinate the music program of the congregation, and to proclaim the faith of the congregation through the ministry of music. 

Duties include directing the adult choir, leading a small vocal and instrumental ensemble, supervising music staff, and planning weekly worship services in collaboration with the Pastors. Full position descriptions and application forms may be found at the church website: www.atonement-lutheran.org.

Christ the King Lutheran Church in Durango, Colorado , is seeking applicants for Chancel Choir Director and/or Orchestra Director.  These positions could be combined or separate. 

Responsibilities include selecting music appropriate for worship; seasonal planning, recruiting and directing choir and/or orchestra members for practices Thursday evenings; and participating in choral worship leadership for holidays; and on a regular weekly schedule, at 10:30 a.m., on Sunday mornings from September through May.

Qualifications include:   having strong musical and choral directing skills as well as having an understanding of the Lutheran heritage and a heart for music leadership in worship. 

For more information or to send an application, please contact Pete Olson, Church Administrator, at 971-247-5310. You may also contact Laura Stransky, Director of Music, at 970-749-2270.  Application deadline is June 30, 2011.

Requirements are a BA in Music or equivalent. Audition on piano and organ is required in addition to the interview. Some of the duties include: 

Accompanying choir rehearsals and solo or choir performances; playing organ and piano for all Sunday Worship services plus special services; choosing and playing appropriate weekly preludes and postludes; and playing offertories as needed. A more detailed list of duties is available . Salary is dependent upon experience and background. Resume can be sent to the Church at the above address.  

Requirements include a BA in Music minimum and 5 years experience in church music leadership. Salary is dependent upon experience and background.  Résumés' can be sent to the Church. Duties include choosing hymns and liturgical settings for all Worship Services, and appropriate seasonal anthems and/or special music for Sunday Services; scheduling staff, musical events, soloists, substitutes and event musicians; and communicating with the Worship chairman, pastor and church secretary for bulletins and newsletters regarding all special music. Please check out this link for a more detailed job description.

Highlands Lutheran Church, located at 3995 Irving Street in Denver, is looking for an enthusiastic evangelist who wants to share the good news of Jesus Christ with children, youth and their families!  

The goals of this ministry are to reach out into the community around our church with the good news of Christ's empowering love for all; find out the needs of children, youth and their families (within our congregation and beyond),  and respond to those needs; and to nurture faith formation and spiritual development with passion, personal involvement and leadership. 

More information can found on the detailed job description or you may call the church with questions (303-477-2031). 

The Youth Ministry Director is critical to the development of youth ministry at Joy Lutheran Church.  Ministry development will align with Together in Faith ministry programs and includes creation and implementation of programs to provide support and fellowship for both youth and their parents.  The Youth Director is a vibrant position within Joy Lutheran Church and requires the Director to inspire and develop leadership in youth of all ages. This is a full time position.  Send resumes to Scott Smith or Pastor Lynette . Resumes will be accepted until June 9, 2011.

The Director of Christian Education will be an inspiring leader with a vision for developing and implementing consistent Christian education programs aligned with the ministry of Joy Lutheran Church. The Director will work with the Pastor, volunteer teachers, superintendents and families to develop, build and lead the Christian Education programs.  Responsibilities include teacher recruitment, training and recognition; administrative tasks to include registration, record keeping and budget preparation; and actively participate in the Education Committee. This is a half-time position.  Please send resumes to Kim Coleman or Pastor Lyn Crase . Resumes will be accepted until June 9, 2011.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Child Care Center at 770 South Federal Blvd in Denver, is currently hiring group leader qualified teachers.   Please call Patricia Inman, center director, at 303-936-0885 for more information or to apply.

King of Glory Lutheran Church in Loveland, CO is looking for a Christian Education Coordinator (25-30 hours per week). For a complete job description, please contact Pastor Susan Candea at pastor@aplace2grow.org or call 970-669-5983.

Augustana Early Learning Center is seeking a qualified, experienced individual for the position of full-time Early Learning Center Director. Full job description can be found at augustanadenver.org . Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references on or before May 13, 2011 for a July 11, 2011 start date to:   

Search Committee, AELCDirectorSearch@gmail.com or apply online at www.augustanadenver.org

First Lutheran Church, Longmont, Colorado is seeking applicants for Chancel Choir Director.   For more information and to request an application, please contact Pastor Steve Berke at steve.berke@firstluth.org .  Application deadline is May 10, 2011.

St. Philip Lutheran Church in Littleton, CO church is looking for a part-time Director of Music Ministry who will have the responsibility to manage, coordinate and administer the various facets of the music programs.   Responsibilities of the position are to provide leadership and supervision of staff and volunteers who assist in the music program.  
The duties include:

• consulting with various teams for the selection of hymns and choral music for services and special programs,
• developing programs that will encourage, recruit and instruct choir members in proper choral technique and musicianship,
• planning and coordinating the various music programs, a contemporary instrumental/vocal accompaniment group, children's choir, bell choir
• and other administrative duties related to the music program.

The requirements for this position are; a combination of experience or education equivalent to a bachelor's degree in music, knowledge of liturgical worship and the Church Year cycle, a spiritual leader as well as professional music leadership, has a wide range of interest in various musical styles, experience and competency in choral direction and the ability to work collaboratively with the church staff and congregation members.

Please send resumes to directormusicministry2011@yahoo.com   by April 25, 2011.

Lutheran Church of the Resurrection is looking for an organist/choir accompanist.  We are looking for a part-time, 8-10 hours a week musician/pianist/organist to help in worship leadership, choir accompaniment, and worship planning.  Please inquire via email to Pastor Garrett Struessel, padregarrett@hotmail.com  and include a resumé, contact information, salary range and cover letter for introduction.