Description

Antler River Watershed Regional Council of The United Church of Canada is seeking an individual to fill the role of Minister, Congregational Support on a permanent part-time basis at 60% time (21 hours per week).This position reports to the Executive Minister.

The Minister Congregational Support resources the partnership between communities of faith and regional councils in the articulation of congregational ministry and the decisions flowing from that. This position works in close collaboration with the Minister, Congregational Support, Western Ontario Waterways, and the Minister, Pastoral Relations and in consultation with the Growth Animator and UCC partners such as Kindred Works (United Property Resource Corporation)  The main areas of focus will be:

• Congregational Support: Nurture covenant relationship between the Regional Council and Communities of Faith, design and publish resources, support Communities of Faith dealing with emergencies and support emerging communities;
• Ensure fulfillment of Regional Council responsibilities:  Resource the Congregational Support Commission by gathering and distributing required documentation to ensure the Commissions’ timely action on matters requiring their decision;
• Resource property work: Provide support and advice to communities of faith dealing with real property within the guidelines of the regional council property policy;
• Oversight and Administration: Promote compliance with both church and government requirements.

A copy of the full position description is attached.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years post-secondary education or appropriate life experience and 3-5 years of related work experience;
• Graduate studies in theology would be an asset.
• Membership in The United Church of Canada and experience working within the structure and policies or experience working in a similar faith community would be considered an asset;
• Ability to translate the purpose of the regional councils into the experience of people making contact;
• Ability to articulate the link between faith and ministry practice and to reflect theologically and interculturally;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and collegially with other members of the staff team and with volunteers;
• Skilled at recruiting, screening, training and supporting volunteers and Group facilitation skills;
• An understanding of property matters, including leases, property sales and collaboration agreements and CRA regulations concerning property would be an asset;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with others in a respectful manner and articulate concisely and clearly;
• Good judgement, discernment and analysis skills as responsibilities can be difficult and complex and recommendations can have long-lasting effects; openness to consulting with other supervisor when no clear advice available;
• Strong administration, time management, planning, organizational, and implementation skills with the ability to deal effectively and positively with changing situations or priorities;
• Solid computer skills in the use of various software applications – Office 365, Dynamics, SharePoint, One Drive, Teams, Zoom, and other social media and online platforms;
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the regional councils;
• Ability to speak a language other an English is an asset.
• Alignment with the vision and values of The United Church of Canada – respect, integrity, passion and diversity;
• Motivated self-starter capable of identifying needs and taking action in cooperation with volunteer leadership and other staff;
• Initiative, good judgement, tact, discretion, resourcefulness, and creativity in problem solving;

Working Conditions:

The United Church of Canada has adopted a hybrid workplace model, providing flexibility for this position, working both off-site and in the regional council office located at 1552 Hwy 6, Carlisle, ON. The incumbent will be provided, for work purposes, use of secure devices and must be available by email, phone, teams or zoom during regular office hours Monday to Friday. Sitting and viewing a computer screen for long periods, keyboarding/using voice recognition software, intermittent physical activity including sitting, standing and being on the phone for long periods of time will be required. Travel within the region will be required.  Occasional additional hours, evening and weekend assignments may be required.

As part of our ongoing commitment to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, The United Church of Canada will aid employees who request accommodation throughout their employment with us, unless the position is deemed to be a bona fide occupational requirement and/or to the point of undue hardship considering issues of health, safety and cost.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $42,522.87 to $47,324.08 pro-rated annual salary with the ability to progress to a maximum of $55,363.81. This is based on category 7 on our salary range. Placement on the salary range will depend on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. Pension and group benefit plans coverage and annual vacation round out this compensation package.

To Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume, quoting job number 25-08 to Human Resources,  e-mail: careers@united-church.ca.

Internal applicants, if interested, please advise your immediate manager of your intentions.

Please note, Candidates who are being invited for an interview will be contacted the week of May 19th and interviews will be held the week of May 26th, 2025.

Downloads

• minister-congregation-support-.60-arw-jd-.pdf (212.93 KB) (PDF)