Personnel Bulletin

The LSA Personnel Bulletin is updated on the 1st and 16th of each month (excluding weekends and holidays)

The Personnel Information and Referral Bulletin is a service of Lutheran Services in America. Information for publication may be submitted to LSA, Personnel Bulletin, 700 Light St., Baltimore MD 21230-3850; 800/664-3848 (phone); 410/230-2703 (phone); 410/230-2710 (fax); ecozart@lutheranservices.org (e-mail). Please review the Personnel Bulletin Guidelines before submitting an ad for posting.

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NOTE: "Date" refers to posting date. All positions remain posted in the Personnel Bulletin for a period of three months (unless we are notified that a vacancy has been filled).  

02/01/10 - Executive Director (Bryan, TX) - MOSAIC: Responsible for managing business, programmatic and personnel matters of the agency in accordance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and within budgetary guidelines. Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field. Five years of experience in a related field with two years of experience in a supervisory capacity, with budget management/development and personnel management. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities essential. Oversees services in several communities including Bryan, Alvin and Central Houston. Send resume and salary requirements to amy.trumm@mosaicinfo.org. Visit our website at www.mosaicinfo.org. Mosaic, A life of possibilities for people with intellectual disabilities. 

01/16/10 - President/CEO - Lutheran Social Services of Southern California: LSS of So CA seeks a hands-on visionary to lead its programs and services.   Responsibilities include oversight of operational goals and strategic plan, fiscal monitoring, implementation of agency-wide fundraising initiatives, developing a team of exceptional directors, and representing the agency to externally organizations. Ideal candidate shall be an excellent communicator with a strong track record in developing fundraising activities.  Must have hands-on experience in non-profit management, contract management, and budget administration. FT position reporting to the Board.  Competitive salary DOE.  Comprehensive benefits.  Email resume to recruiting@exaltresources.com or fax 562-683-2161.  EOE.

01/16/10 - Executive Director - Project Compassion Ministries, Inc.(PCM): Office in Detroit, MI serving  residents of nursing homes, assisted living and other senior environments primarily with chaplains, volunteers and specialized bus transportation for group outings. Five buses take up to 16 people in wheelchairs and even more ambulatory people. The present service area is southern and central Michigan and is an ecumenical ministry that is the primary server of these types of ministries in Michigan.  PCM is an RSO of the LCMS and is seeking an Executive Director who is a proven leader of a cross functional team, an accomplished administrator with interdenominational flexibility and supervisory experience.  Send resume to Dr. Ingrid Draper at projcompassion@aol.com. Website: www.ProjectCompassion.net.

01/16/10 - Vice President of Philanthropy - Carroll Lutheran Village: a premier 700+ resident continuing care retirement community located in Westminster, MD, is seeking a highly qualified candidate to raise funds needed to insure the Village's continuing mission of providing housing, health care and related services to its residents and to the elderly of the community. This key member of the Exec Team reports directly to the President & CEO and is responsible for developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the integrated Philanthropy Plan for the Village.  The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years successful experience including demonstrated knowledge and creativity in the areas of annual giving, major gifts, planned giving and philanthropy communication.  CFRE or ACFRE preferred. Residence in the area is desirable. Interested parties should forward their resume and salary requirements by email to jcohen@clvillage.org or mail to Carroll Lutheran Village, c/o J. Cohen, 300 St. Luke Circle, Westminster, MD 21158.  EOE.

03/16/10 - Chief Financial Officer (Roanoke, VA) - Lutheran Family Services of Virginia: Responsible for all fiscal related matters for a $12M agency that provides child and family services and special education schools. Oversees all accounting practices, including accounting department, budgets, reporting, investments and audit functions. Directs financial strategy, analyzes trends and opportunities, planning and forecasting, and works with CEO, Ex. Team and Board. Experience with accounting programs, excel and other computer functions. Prior experience with improving accounting efficiencies; skilled at managing staff; ability to track and report key financial indicators and program data. Bachelors degree with a concentration in accounting; minimum 7 yrs. progressively responsible accounting experience; work experience as a CFO in a complex, multi-funding source nonprofit org. required. Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to dcook@lfsva.org.

02/16/10 - Regional Director - Lutheran Family and Children's Services of Missouri: LFCS is a not-for-profit faith based social service agency and an EOE. LFCS is seeking a dynamic, energetic applicant to lead the southwest office located in Springfield, MO. Our candidate will possess high quality clinical child welfare skills, be proficient at supervision of staff and be capable of building and maintaining community and church relations. Our director will actively work with an advisory council and be comfortable with fund raising. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong knowledge of adoption, an understanding of pregnancy counseling and the ability to forge a vision and translate it into action. Masters of Social Work or related field required, with Missouri licensure or eligibility preferred. Email resume and salary requirements to webhumanresources@lfcs.org or fax: 314-754-2794.

03/18/10 - Director of Community Services - Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, Inc.: Overall direction, planning, development, implementation, and administration of state-wide community services for refugee and asylee resettlement, immigration services and AmeriCorps. Master's Degree in a human service field or public administration preferred. A minimum of 3 years experience in advocacy, social ministries, or program development. Bilingual, Spanish preferred. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits. Resumes to: Lutheran Family Services, 124 S 24th St, Ste 210, Omaha, NE, 68102 or hr@lfsneb.org, fax: 402-978-5660, www.lfsneb.org.

03/16/10 - Director (Part-Time, San Diego area) - Lutheran Social Services of Southern California:  Are you passionate about helping others? Then we are looking for you! Lutheran Social Services seeks a highly motivated professional to manage & revitalize its San Diego Area Office. In this challenging role, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations, spearhead fundraising events, and partner with local churches and community leaders. The ideal candidate shall be an excellent communicator with the ability to establish rapport and partnerships. Must have hands-on experience in contract management and non-profit budgeting. Fundraising/grant-writing experience a plus. This is a part-time position with the possibility of full-time employment. Flexible hours, some weekend work. Please send resume to recruiting@exaltresources.com or fax 562-683-2161. EOE.

03/16/10 - Business Manager (Mill Neck, NY) - Mill Neck Family of Organizations: Responsible for managing the daily business operations of Mill Neck Services and to provide fiscal and operational support to the department's programs in accordance with Mill Neck, OMRDD, Medicaid and other state funding sources. Assist agency finance departments in preparation of annual budgets, modifications and oversees preparation of audits. Bachelor's degree plus five years relevant administrative experience required. Advance proficiency in Peachtree, QuickBooks, Excel and Fundez required. Send resume and letter of intent to KLagalante@millneck.org.

01/16/10 - Communications Manager -  Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois: Responsible for the management and implementation of integrated marketing/communications pieces.  You will serve as the primary liaison for program/ corporate staff seeking marketing and communications support.  Other duties include: Writing copy and serving as the primary liaison with design vendors for print and electronic marketing/direct marketing/communications pieces, including newsletters, brochures, website, etc. You will produce copy for press releases, external publications and other media as necessary.  Minimum of 4 yrs. experience in communications, marketing, web/e-communications which have produced results. Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, communications, or related experience in related disciplines is required. Phillip L. Jimenez, Dir. of Development 7620 Madison Street River Forest, IL 60305 Phil_Jimenez@lcfs.org 708-771-7180 x 255.  Fax 708-221-6023. Position immediately available and recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

01/16/10 - Annual Fund Manager, Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois: Responsible for coordinating and implementing our comprehensive annual giving program designed to generate and upgrade annual renewable gifts.  You will cultivate and solicit a portfolio of 100 donors / prospects, and performs duties relating to: creating an annual giving strategy, planning our phonathon, direct mail, donor giving clubs, stewardship programs and other initiatives. Ability and willingness to travel and work weekends periodically. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, along with 3-5 years of development experience for not-for-profits or comparable experience in sales/marketing. Apply to: Phillip L. Jimenez, Dir. of Development 7620 Madison Street River Forest, IL 60305 Phil_Jimenez@lcfs.org 708-771-7180 x 255.  Fax 708-221-6023. Position immediately available and recruitment will continue until the position is filled.

02/01/10 - Chaplain - Luthercare: Luthercare, a Social Ministry Organization located in Lancaster & Lebanon Counties is currently seeking a part-time, 20 hours/week Chaplain to join our dedicated team of compassionate caregivers. The chaplain will provide ministry of Word and Sacrament and specialized pastoral care for the residents and staff at St. John's Herr Estate Retirement Community, located in Columbia, PA. Requirements for this position include ordination in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, endorsement for Specialized Pastoral Care via the Inter-Lutheran procedures or similar process, and Certification by the American Chaplains Association, American Association of Pastoral Counselors, or Association of Clinical Pastoral Education. Candidates interested in obtaining CPE credits will be considered.  Please submit resume and cover letter to: Luthercare; David Johnson, Director, Church Relations; 600 East Main Street; Lititz, PA 17543.  EOE / Tobacco Free Workplace / www.luthercare.org

Other Openings

03/01/10 - Executive Director - Lifeline Partnership (Washington, DC): Lifeline Partnership, a non-profit organization established to nurture and support the spiritual and social growth of persons with developmental disabilities, seeks a caring, dynamic professional to serve as its Executive Director. The essential responsibilities of this position include planning & implementing a monthly calendar of spiritual and social activities, including weekly Bible classes, community outreach activities, budget management and fundraising. Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities and program management required. Regular weekend and some evening work are required. See full job description at: www.lifelinepartnership.org/. Salary is commensurate with experience. Full benefit package included. Send resume with cover letter including references to: Lifeline Partnership Executive Director Search, First Trinity Lutheran Church, 309 "E" St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 or email to: lifelinepartnership@gmail.com.

03/01/10 - Residential Program Director - Sunshine Inc. Residential and Support Services: Sunshine Inc a non-profit organization with strong values honoring the human spirit, is looking for an experienced Director to provide strong leadership and creative solutions for individuals with developmental disabilities. This position would oversee a 76 bed ICF/MR, 15 family care homes, a large supported living program, an adult foster program and nursing services. Reports to the Executive Director and would be responsible for an overall budget of $20M+. Must have at least 5 years executive level leadership experience and extensive experience with individuals with developmental disabilities. Master's degree in a relevant field strongly preferred. Excellent communication, organizational & project management skills needed. Salary history/requirements are essential for consideration. Please send resume to HR Director, Sunshine, 7223 Maumee-Western Rd., Maumee, OH 43537, email mkaya@sunshine.org, or fax us at 419-724-0550. Visit our website at www.sunshine.org.

 Next issue update: April 1, 2010