First Presbyterian Church Fort Dodge

Every Monday from 10/15/2018 to 10/12/2018

Location: First Presbyterian Church, 1111 5th Ave North, Fort Dodge, IA US 50501

We are currently looking for a new A/V Technology and Communications Coordinator! Look below for qualifications and a job description. For those interested in applying, resumes should be sent via email to Chris in our office at or via mail to 1111 5th Ave. N in Fort Dodge (50501).

*Group health insurance with employer contribution

*Retirement plan match

*Paid vacation, personal, and sick days plus other benefits

QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Music Production and Technology, Audio-Visual Technology, Music Engineering, Communications, Broadcasting, Digital Media or an appropriate combination of education and experience.
2. Production audio and video environment experience - one year preferred.
3. Strong, effective interpersonal, communication, organizational and leadership skills.
4. Knowledge and appreciation of traditional and contemporary worship.
5. Demonstrated audio, video and lighting experience in a worship or other setting.
6. Demonstrated ability to attract, direct, train, develop and inspire volunteers.
7. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others as both a leader and a participant.
8. Willingness to continue learning and growing in a variety of media, technology and communication disciplines.
9. Knowledge of common communication platforms like Facebook and basic website maintenance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist and coordinate Staff, production volunteers, interns, and Praise Team members.
2. Recruit, train, direct and schedule all staff, interns, and necessary production/technical volunteers.
3. Provide input for worship set-up based upon weekly needs.
4. Be available for assistance in the main office with phones, bulletins, and any other work needed.
5. Attend Praise Team rehearsals, perform sound checks, and provide technical advice and support.
6. Work with custodial staff and volunteers to ensure that equipment (microphones, lighting, projectors, DVD players, computers, etc.) is in place and in working order for rehearsals and worship services.
7. Work with staff, volunteers, and Scheduling Ministry Team to ensure that equipment (microphones, lighting, projectors, DVD players, computers, etc.) is in place for meetings and special events as requested.
8. Work with the Scheduling Ministry Team to provide input regarding the availability and feasibility of use of audio, video, and lighting equipment for meetings and events other than worship services.
9. All other assistance is dictated by the type of event or the needs of the church.
10. Ensure appropriate equipment is researched, installed, and configured.
11. Ensure appropriate safety measures are taken with equipment and cabling to prevent injuries.
12. Maintain an equipment inventory and documentation of all audio, video, lighting and related equipment, including computer hardware/software.
13. Troubleshoot and work with necessary persons and the Technology Ministry Team to maintain and update audio, video, lighting and related equipment, including computer hardware/software.
14. Provide a program for interns and volunteers to come learn about technology and communications as a ministry.
15. Update and monitor the church website regularly and design necessary graphics.
16. Organize and send out a bi-weekly E-newsletter
17. Make Scheduling Ministry Team, staff, interns, and volunteers aware of any limitations with your schedule and find reliable and appropriate replacements for all events if you cannot attend.
18. Be the onsite technical contact for those using church facilities to ensure appropriate and safe use of the facility and audio/video/lighting and related equipment.
19. Create and edit videos, as needed, utilizing available equipment and software.
20. All other duties as assigned or approved by the Business Administrator or Lead Pastor as Head of Staff.