OCC Director of the Idleman Ministry Center

Ozark Christian College is a single-purpose Bible college in Joplin, Missouri.

Position Title: Director of the Idleman Ministry Center
Department: Academics, The Ministry Center
Reports to: Chief Academic Officer

The mission of the Ministry Center is to provide opportunities and accountability for students to learn servant leadership through experience by facilitating connections to churches, parachurch ministries, and community organizations, preparing students for Christian ministry while meeting needs in local, national, and global Kingdom work. Institutional Goals supported by Department: IG 2, 4

*This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), and will be required to participate in CSA training, and is required to immediately forward all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention to the Clery Compliance Officer.

A. Summary

The mission of the Ministry Center is to provide professional assistance to OCC students in the areas of Christian service, internships, and vocational placement as they prepare for a life of ministry. The Ministry Center Director leads the operations of the Ministry Center in fulfilling its three primary components of the department:

    1. Connect students with volunteer service opportunities (Christian Service).

    2. Assist students with quality internship experience within their degree field that satisfies the college learning objectives (Internships).

    3. Advise students through the job hunting, networking, resume writing, and hiring process for vocational ministry (Placement).

B. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Key Responsibilities – Christian Service

    a. Provide the directional vision and oversight to the annual Community Volunteer Exposition as well as the Serve Our City program.

    b. Review graduates’ Christian Service history to ensure they graduate meeting the terms of their diploma which states that the student has “manifested Christian character and commitment to Christian service.”

    c. Maintain the Christian Service syllabus and assignments to fulfill specified Undergraduate Learning Outcomes.

    d. Manage all Ministry Center data and departmental plans.

2. Key Responsibilities – Internships

    a. Provide guidelines for internships for academic credit in conjunction with the Dean of Undergraduate Studies.

    b. Oversee the process of connecting ministries desiring interns with the student body.

    c. Maintain the Internship syllabi and assignments to fulfill specified Undergraduate Learning Outcomes.

    d. Work with students, mentors, and faculty to assure a quality internship experience.

3. Key Responsibilities – Placement

    a. Assist with the “launching” of students into ministry. This includes (1) helping students with job searches, resume writing, and interview preparation, (2) overseeing events like the “Senior Shindig,” and (3) coordinating with outside organizations including camps and residencies.

    b. Provide initial follow-up with graduates who have entered into ministry. This includes (1) collecting placement data and (2) working in close collaboration with OCC Resources in providing leadership for “OCC Ministry Cohorts.”

4. Key Responsibilities – Faculty

    a. Teach an annual course load of no more than 18 hours as assigned by the Chief Academic Officer. Specific teaching responsibilities will be dependent on academic credentialing and institutional needs.

    b. Participate in faculty committees and accept responsibilities as directed by the Academic Dean.

    c. Abide by all the policies and procedures in the OCC Personnel Handbook and Faculty Handbook including the statement of faith and the statement on marriage and sexuality.

C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    1. To perform this job successfully, one must have the ability to network with churches and ministries in order to meet the needs of our students in the areas of Christian service, internships and ministry job placement.

    2. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a willingness to learn Microsoft Excel software, Microsoft PowerPoint software, and Microsoft Word software. The employee should be resourceful in accessing information on the Internet.

D. Supervision (if applicable)

    1. Number of Employees Supervised Directly: Two student workers, each working 10-15 per week.

E. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 

    1. Master’s degree required with a commitment to biblical higher education.

    2. Five or more years of positive full-time ministry experience.

F. Work Environment and Physical Requirements

    1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    2. The employee must be able to safely operate a car or van, as well as physically travel for extended periods of time.

    3. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full-time position with teaching responsibilities. To apply, submit the OCC application, cover letter, and resume to [email protected].

CAMPUS SAFETY

In compliance with the Clery Act, Ozark Christian College publishes annual reports containing information about crime prevention, reporting policies, crime statistics, and other safety and security-related information. The college also maintains daily crime and fire logs. To view OCC’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report go to occ.edu/security. Hard copies are also available upon request at the Ozark Christian College Student Affairs Office (1111 North Main Street, Joplin, MO 64801).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER

Ozark Christian College is affiliated with Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its mission is to train men and women for Christian service. The college seeks to educate and hire individuals who share its core values to accomplish its mission. It is the intent of the college to create and promote a diverse workforce consistent with its stated goals and mission. 

It is the policy of Ozark Christian College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission and access to educational opportunities, programs, activities, or employment as applicable to ministries in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and implementing regulations.

As a religious educational institution, Ozark Christian College reserves the right to make employment decisions based on religion, marital status, or sex consistent with the college’s religious beliefs. Further, as a Christian ministry, the college has the right to select those who serve in ministerial positions based on criteria established by the college.