Part-Time Ministry Coordinator

Job Description

The Ministry Coordinator is responsible for providing operational support by managing logistics, communication, and follow-up tasks to enable effective discipleship, guest-experience, and outreach ministries, reporting to the Discipleship & Guest Experience Pastor on the Congregation team. A full-time position, the schedule generally includes weekend services, meetings at our office in Irvine, and additional time during the week for a total of 40 hours. This position is nonexempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Responsibilities

Volunteer Coordination

• Manage volunteer onboarding cycles, scheduling, and communications
• Serve as primary point of contact for volunteer questions, needs, and recognition

Data & Systems

• Maintain and optimize the Rock database: update profiles, logs, and attendance
• Run reports on volunteer engagement and guest-experience metrics

Weekend Support

• Set up and tear down service materials, check-in stations, signage, and hospitality areas
• Assist with on-site troubleshooting during services

Communications & Resourcing

• Manage the congregation newsletter and social-media updates
• Assist in managing and distributing training content for Rooted/Life Group leaders, Guest Services, and Outreach teams
• Draft and send volunteer and guest updates about events and service opportunities

Administrative Tasks

• Perform general team support for the Lead Pastor and Discipleship & Guest Experience Pastor
• Schedule planning meetings, take notes, and track action items
• Support budget tracking, purchase requests, and resource ordering

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in ministry coordination, volunteer management, or administrative support
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Rock (or similar CRM) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace
• Customer-service orientation and a collaborative, team-first mindset
• Basic biblical literacy and alignment with Mariners Church’s mission and values
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends

Physical Demands

• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Additional Information

All Mariners Church Staff:

• Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
• Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
• Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith and leadership commitment.
• Attend Mariners Church.

We believe the total combination of your pay, benefits, and opportunities aligned with your calling will ensure that you and your family are provided for. The following items are just a sample of the things we offer for full-time employment:

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 403b Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off to serve
• Discounts at the Mariners Cafe and Bookstore
• Tuition discount for Mariners Church Preschool
• Opportunity to attend ministry events and conferences
• Working alongside a community of supportive, like-minded believers