Job Openings

Descriptions of current job openings in the local churches of the Valley Ridge District are listed below. If you would like to list a job opening in a UM church, agency, or mission partner, please contact  RobinBarge@vaumc.org


Part-time Youth Director

Genesis UMC located at 3539 Peters Creek Rd. in Roanoke is seeking a part-time (20 hours/week) Youth Director. The Youth Director shall provide leadership and vision to program development, coordination, implementation, as well as direction to staff and volunteers who are committed to youth, grades 6-12. The Youth Director will be responsible for helping the youth of Genesis United Methodist Church grow in their commitment to Jesus Christ by building relationships and fostering a safe and supportive Christian environment. See full job description here. To apply, send a resume to Rev. Jeff Wilson at jeffwilson@vaumc.org.

 

Part-time Accompanist

Northview UMC located at 521 Ridgecrest Dr. in Roanoke is seeking a part-time accompanist. Some responsibilities include providing accompaniment for congregation and choir during worship on Sundays and at choir rehearsal. View full job description here. For questions, please contact Donna Smith at (540) 366-0646 or at churchoffice@northviewumc.org.


Multimedia Technical Associate

South Roanoke UMC, located at 2330 South Jefferson St. in Roanoke is seeking a part time (around 5 hours per week) Multimedia Technical Associate.  The Multimedia Technical Associate supports the communications ministry at South Roanoke United Methodist Church. Some responsibilities include: generating the online Sunday morning worship service and the associated Powerpoint display for the congregation; creating video and media content for in-person and online worship; and generating photography and video content to be used on SRUMC’s website, marketing, and social media. Flexible schedule. Required on-site presence for Sunday morning worship (approx. 9 –11:30 am). Additional on-site presence may be required as church events and programs necessitate. Compensation to be determined and commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications. View full job description here. To apply, send an email with your resume and a cover letter to kathy@srumc.com with “Multimedia Technical Associate” in the subject line.


Pianist

Park UMC, located at 306 Park St. in Christiansburg VA, is in need of a temporary pianist (approximately two months) for 11:00 a.m. weekly worship service. Salary negotiable.  Please contact: Judy Stephens at 540-230-0735 or JudyStephens6655@gmail.com.

Childcare Worker

Cave Spring United Methodist Church Weekday Preschool seeks caring, kind, loving individuals to join
our staff. Must have a heart for caring for children! Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must
be 18 years old or older. Early childhood education or experience caring for preschool-aged children is
preferred. The position is Monday through Friday for a 1:45 to 5:45 p.m. shift and pay is $15/hr. Our
school year is August 15, 2024, through May 29, 2025, and we follow Roanoke County Public Schools’
calendar for start and end dates, closings and delays, and holidays.  FBI Fingerprinting and CPS
background checks will be performed. A physician-signed staff health report must be on file. Must be able
to lift 40 pounds, bend, sit on the floor, etc. For more information or to schedule and interview, please
contact CSUMC Weekday School Director: Tarra Svec (weekdayschool@cavespringumc.org)


Childcare Worker

Windsor Hills United Methodist Church in Roanoke Virginia is seeking a part-time child care worker to provide dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care to the children while at Windsor Hills United Methodist Church, ages six months to six years in a clean environment. View full job description here. For more information or to apply, please email Anthony Cash adcash1130@gmail.com.


Children's Coordinator

Three Oaks Fellowship United Methodist Church in Vinton, VA is a small but growing community of faith seeking to answer God’s call to reach out to children and their families in our neighborhood.
We are looking for a part-time Children’s Coordinator (approximately 10 hrs /week), to help us create a new Children’s Ministry. View the full job description here.   Please contact Staff Parish Chair, Gary Houff at (540) 400-5750, or Pastor Rob Colwell (540) 312-4597 if interested or to schedule an interview. 


Musician

McKinley UMC located in McKinley, VA needs a part time musician that can play the piano/organ 2 to 3 Sundays a month.  Our worship service is at 11:00 AM.  Please contact Pastor Gloria Hearn at 540-337-4861 or gloriahearn123@gmail.com or Gary Riley at 540-337-5464 or rileygaf@gmail.com for more information.


Preschool Director and Teacher Positions Open

St. John’s UMC in Staunton, VA (1716 N. Augusta St) is looking to fill a preschool director/teacher and teacher positions for its half-day Preschool program. St. John's Preschool seeks to be a place where young students can grow academically, socially and in faith. Please forward resumes to St. John’s UMC 1176 North Augusta St. Staunton, VA or Stjohnsumc@verizon.net.


Part-time Youth Director

Thrasher Memorial UMC is prayerfully seeking a part-time Director of Youth Ministries (20-25 hours per week). We are looking for a leader with a passion for Jesus, youth, and their families to join the Thrasher Staff Team. This individual will be responsible for building relationships and coordinating this ministry, alongside our dedicated volunteers. Responsibilities include: planning, recruiting, and training teachers, attending meetings, coordinating special activities and missions, communications, and other related responsibilities. Read full job description here. Interested applicants can contact the Thrasher Memorial UMC Church Office at (540) 344-4708 or office@thrasherumc.org. Thrasher Memorial is located in Vinton, VA. 


Musician

Randolph St. UMC in Lexington and Community UMC in Staunton need a musician.  Worship service at Randolph St. begins at 10:00 am, and Community begins at 1:00 pm.  Please contact Pastor Early at 703-297-6463 or reginaldearly@vaumc.org Tuesday - Friday for more information (posted 3/24).


Musician

Verona UMC is seeking a musician who has proficiency on the organ and/or piano to provide worship music primarily during the Sunday morning 11:00 service and other occasional services, such as Holy Week and Christmas.  This includes playing congregational hymns and other regular service music, with the flexibility to occasionally accompany the 8:30 choir, soloists, cantatas, etc., and substitute at the 8:30 a.m. service in the absence of the 8:30 pianist.  Salary: $8,000.00 annual (no benefits).  Hours expected: Up to 5 hours per week.  Please send a resume and response to jennifercook@veronaumc.com. Read full job description here (posted 3/24).


Accompanist/Pianist

Fishersville UMC seeks a part-time (20 hours per week) accompanist/pianist.

Responsibilities include: accompanying the choir for rehearsals, worship services and special program performances; working with small groups or soloists for special music presentations. Read full job description here. Interested Applicants: Please email your resume and an optional cover letter to office@fishersvilleumc.org. (posted 2/2024)