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MLC Director

MLC Director

Evangel ChurchBismarck, ND, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

MLC Director

The MLC Director leads the Midwest Leadership College in its mission to raise up and train ministry leaders for the Upper Great Plains and beyond. This role oversees all areas of the programincluding academics, student life, discipleship, practicum development, and mentorshipwhile fostering a Spirit-led environment where students grow spiritually, discover their calling, and pursue their educational goals through accredited learning pathways.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Academic Oversight & Educational Excellence

  • Provide oversight and accountability for the academic quality of the MLC program.
  • Serve as the Site Supervisor for SEU, ensuring MLC maintains its status and standards as an accredited satellite site.
  • Maintain high academic rigor in course content, instruction, and student performance.
  • Collaborate with both South Eastern University and Global UniversityBerean courses, for enrollment and student tracking.
  • Lead ongoing curriculum planning, classroom structure, and teaching staff coordination.
  • Conduct student academic check-ins and assessments.

2. Student Life & Community Experience

  • Create meaningful and life-giving experiences that shape students during this pivotal season of life.
  • Oversee all aspects of Student Life, including the MLC Retreat, trimester events, and student participation in conferences.
  • Organize and lead weekly team nights, peer groups, and seasonal gatherings to foster a sense of community.
  • Partner with staff and leaders to cultivate a culture where students can build authentic relationships and do life together.
  • Provide support systems that help students thrive emotionally, relationally, and socially.
  • 3. Practicum Program Leadership

  • Oversee the structure, health, and effectiveness of the MLC Practicum Program.
  • Provide vision, coaching, and accountability to Practicum Leaders.
  • Ensure each student is placed in a practicum that aligns with their calling and developmental needs.
  • Assess practicum engagement and help students apply what they're learning in a hands-on ministry context.
  • Facilitate regular communication between practicum supervisors and the MLC team.
  • 4. Budget Management

  • Provide oversight and stewardship of the MLC annual budget.
  • Work with the Executive Director and Operations Team to ensure alignment between vision and resource allocation.
  • Monitor spending, approve expenses, and contribute to financial planning.
  • Identify strategic areas to invest in for long-term program development and sustainability.
  • 5. Recruitment & Expansion

  • Lead efforts to recruit students through church partnerships, campus visits, conferences, youth conventions, and festivals.
  • Develop marketing strategies in collaboration with the Creative Team to increase program visibility.
  • Represent MLC at key events and maintain a positive public image of the program.
  • Explore and develop strategic partnerships with colleges, churches, and organizations to expand MLC's reach.
  • 6. Discipleship & Leadership Development

  • Create a healthy, Spirit-filled environment where students grow spiritually, personally, and as leaders.
  • Provide pastoral care, mentorship, and spiritual oversight for students throughout their time at MLC.
  • Assign mentors (on staff or Christian professionals) to meet with students monthly.
  • Ensure students are involved in weekly peer small groups for accountability and encouragement.
  • Support spiritual formation through chapel, prayer, teaching moments, and healthy conflict resolution.
  • Encourage calling discovery and leadership empowerment through intentional conversations and development opportunities.
  • Education

    A four-year Bachelor's Degree is required with preference given to a pastoral or other ministry-related degree.

    Experience

    Successful candidate should have at least 4 to 5 years related experience.

    Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    Working at Evangel comes with many benefits!

  • The Team Our staff team is growing, energetic and encouraging!
  • Development Our leadership is committed to your personal, spiritual and professional growth!
  • The Opportunity Evangel is on the cutting edge of reaching people and multiplying the church in its region!
  • Joyhouse Coffee There is an in-house coffee shop!
  • The Culture We glorify God and honor people in the way we work and live!
  • Competitive Pay + Benefits
  • About Evangel

    Evangel was started in 1928 because two brothers had a passion to reach the community of Bismarck for Jesus. Through the years, Evangel has grown into a church with a regular weekend attendance that surpasses 3,000 people joining across all its campuses. The church is served by a dynamic group of Elders and church staff who give direction and oversight to the church. While Evangel's broadcast location remains in Bismarck, the vision is regional in nature and people are being reached all across the upper Midwest and beyond!

    Evangel

    3225 N 14th Street

    Bismarck, ND 58503

    Main Office : 701-255-0500

    hello@goevangel.org

    First Trimester Goals (First 120 Days)

  • Establish a Functional and Inspiring Learning Environment
  • Finalize setup of the new student learning space, ensuring it is fully equipped, organized, and conducive to academic success.
  • Gather feedback from students and staff on space functionality and make any necessary adjustments to better meet student needs (technology, seating, atmosphere, etc.).
  • Launch the 1st Year Exploratory Practicum Track
  • Implement a structured exploratory practicum pathway for undecided first-year students, including rotation schedules, reflection tools, and supervisor guidance.
  • Onboard practicum hosts and communicate expectations to help students explore multiple ministry areas with clarity and support.
  • Build Structure for the MLC Mentorship Program
  • Formalize mentor expectations, meeting rhythms, and training resources for mentors.
  • Ensure each student is paired with a mentor by the end of the trimester and has a clear understanding of the mentorship process and goals.
  • Strengthen the Discipleship Pathway
  • Maintain the current discipleship framework, including peer groups, team nights, and pastoral care rhythms.
  • Identify 23 key areas of improvement and implement enhancements that deepen spiritual growth and relational connection for students.
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