Job Overview

The Director of Kids Ministry manages three other employees on our Kids team and oversees programming for 300+ kids each Sunday. Brookside Church (EFCA) is a growing congregation with two campus locations plus a full bilingual (Hispanic) congregation onsite on Sunday mornings as well. Brookside is committed to teaching from God's Word and making everyone feel welcomed. We are a multi-generational church that puts a high priority on reaching and training up the next generation. We are very involved in caring for under-resourced families in our city as we have just opened a food/clothing/auto care center onsite. Omaha is a great place to live with plenty of "big city" attractions yet a friendly, heartland of America feel. Brookside strives to care for our staff deeply and is proud to have both staff members with 10-20 years longevity and young first year interns in our leadership development program.

This full-time position is eligible for our full benefits package including a health care stipend, retirement account options, and 21 days of paid vacation time. We have a flexible working environment with both onsite and remote work options. Our office is closed Fridays for a full Fri-Sat weekend of rest. You will love being on our team!

Job Description

Oversee the organization and implementation of all Kids programming and events at all campuses, Nursery – 5th grade.

Lead Kids staff team in weekly meetings and trimester goals, seeking alignment with the Brookside team as a whole.

Recruit, equip and encourage volunteers for Sunday programming and events.

Oversee selection and implementation of kids curriculum in line with our doctrinal statement, anchors and core values.

Create and manage Kids event schedule and budget alongside Brookside events team.

Maintain a safe environment for and clear communication with kids and families.

Create opportunities and resources for parents to be the primary disciple-makers of their own kids.