Fairfax Church is a great place to work! Our staff team works hard at fostering the community that calls this place home. Benefits for full-time staff include a health plan with no premium and three weeks of vacation every year!
NEW: Director of Fairfax Kids
Full-Time
Fairfax Church is looking for a full-time Director of Fairfax Kids. This person gives leadership to the entire Fairfax Kids ministry (birth-sixth grade), both for the weekend services and special events. The ideal candidate has a vision for seeing all children raised to life in Christ and believes that children are capable of loving and serving God at any age. He or she is committed to excellence in the weekend programming and
compassionate care for families. This person seeks to push his or her own creative edge to find new ways of discipling children of all ages.
Job Title: Director of Fairfax Kids
Department: Fairfax Kids
Reports to: Pastors to Students
Department: Fairfax Kids
Reports to: Pastors to Students
Responsibilities
- Leadership for all Fairfax Kids weekend programming and special events
- Lead the Fairfax Kids staff
- Develop and nurture the volunteer team
- Provide a vision and a strategy for the future of Fairfax Kids
- Communication about Fairfax Kids to all stakeholders ie. Advisory Council reports, Department Leader
- meetings, newsletters, social media, and other forms of communication
- Create and manage the budget for Fairfax Kids
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum 3 years of experience leading a team
- Ability to recruit and retain volunteers
Work Schedule: This is a minimum 40 hour/week job. Our team works Sunday mornings and takes Mondays off. We have staff meetings on Tuesdays. The remainder of the work hours are fluid.
Qualified candidates should send a resume to Valerie Nolan at valerienolan@fairfax.cc to apply for the position.
NEW: Communications Assistant
Part-Time
The Communications Assistant will provide support for all Communications projects at Fairfax Church. This person will work closely with and report to the Communications Director & Media Director.
Job Title: Communications Assistant
Department: Creative Arts
Reports to: Communications Director
Department: Creative Arts
Reports to: Communications Director
Responsibilities
- Record weekly social media analytic metrics
- Upload and manage our weekly sermon podcast
- Communicate church-wide announcement information to the church connections team
- Update ministry webpage content
- Assist with weekly announcement filming
- Organize camera equipment
- Assist with weekly content filming
- Capture weekday photo content
- Assist with social media caption writing and scheduling
- Transcription of sermon clip audio/other video content
Qualifications
- Passion to serve Christ in the local church
- Team player who thrives on working on a team and providing support for the various departments and ministries
- Familiarity with all popular social media channels with an understanding of different types of messaging
- Excellent communication skills – verbal, visual, written, and relational
- Flexibility to plan and work on multiple projects simultaneously; effectively manage time and prioritize workload
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field—or comparable professional experience
Attention to detail and accuracy, even on time-sensitive projects - Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Ability to turn around projects on short timelines
- Reflect Christ in your words and actions in your personal life and ministry
- In agreement with the Fairfax Church Leadership Covenant and Core Beliefs
Work Schedule: Part-time Tuesday-Thursday and working at least one of our 3 weekend services. Evenings occasionally as needed.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and social media writing samples to kaylaneal@fairfax.cc.
Housekeeping Staff
Part-Time
Housekeeping Staff will professionally clean offices, classrooms and common spaces of
the church using unique cleaning procedures and products. As a team member, they
will be responsible to provide exceptional customer service to staff and congregants by
consistently maintaining clean building and supplied lavatories.
Fairfax Church has a positive team atmosphere, grounded in a Christian environment.
Our pay is competitive, and we offer paid training. Career advancement opportunities
are available for those with superb skills and work ethic.
Job Title: Housekeeper
Department: Facilities Team
Reports to: Facilities Manager
Department: Facilities Team
Reports to: Facilities Manager
Responsibilities
- Use provided equipment including vacuums and microfiber cleaning cloths.
- Clean all surfaces in church, including doors, windows, stainless steel, blinds,
light fixtures, baseboards, fixtures, counters, showers, toilets, cabinets, and floors. - Vacuum all stairs, carpet, hard surface floors and furniture.
- Move all reasonably moveable furniture to clean under and behind.
- Assist in keeping supplies stocked and maintain equipment.
- Contribute to a positive work climate with a pleasant attitude and contribute to the overall team effort including being dependable and on time.
- Has respect and understanding for co-workers and congregants.
- Perform other duties as requested by supervisor to help maintain a clean, cared
for building.
Qualifications
- Ability to differentiate between cleaning products and uses.
- Ability to read cleaning instructions.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
Work Schedule: Part-time, hourly, 18-24 hours per week. Flexible schedule to be
determined based on individual and needs of the facility.
determined based on individual and needs of the facility.
Qualified candidates should send a resume Emily Cox at emilycox@fairfax.cc to
apply for the position.
Fairfax Fellow
One Year Paid Program
Fairfax Fellows is a 12-month leadership development program for future pastors and church leaders located just outside Washington, D.C. at Fairfax Community Church. You’ll gain hands-on experience and be coached by some of the best church leaders in the country. Wherever your talents lie, we want to journey with you as you learn and grow in your calling.
Requirements
- Considering a career in vocational church ministry or leadership
- Nearing the end or has recently completed undergraduate degree
- Able to agree to and sign the Staff Covenant and Expectations document
Ministry Area of Choice
Based on individual interests and the changing needs of departments.
- Children’s Ministry
- Student Ministry
- Community Life
- Hospitality & Coffee Shop
- Communications
- Production