Employment Opportunities

 We are a fast-paced, outreach minded, prodigal receiving ministry, but there is a lot to do behind the scenes. If you are an motivated, Christ-following, self-starting, individual who can work in a fast-paced environment, you are encouraged to apply! Job openings are rare , but every once in a while a position becomes available. If we are hiring, a link to the job posting and how to apply will be provided below.
Kids Director
Location: First Baptist Church Lebanon, Mo.
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Reports to: Executive Pastor

Summary of Position:
The Kid's Director will oversee ongoing evangelism and discipleship programs for children aged kindergarten through fifth grade in harmony with the doctrine, purpose, and vision of the church. This includes Sunday mornings, Wednesday nights, and an annual KidsCon.
  1. Ministry Oversight
    • K–5th grade programming
    • Volunteer recruitment & training
    • Curriculum selection
    • Safety policies
  2. Leadership
    • Team building
    • Parent communication
    • Event planning (KidsCon, Kids Events, etc.)
  3. Administrative
    • Scheduling volunteers
    • Background checks
    • Budget management
Essential Functions:
• Serve as an example of godliness, humility, and disciple-making.
• Develop and expand ministries to k-5th grade and young families.
• Build, train, encourage, and invest in church members who serve children and young families through exceptional volunteer ministry teams. Communicate curriculum to volunteers for groups they are serving
• Effectively develop leadership teams within each ministry setting.
• Ensure that ministries to children and young families are biblically faithful and executed with
excellence:
  • Weekly Activities for Children’s Department
  • Preparing and communicating age-appropriate messages and shepherding the children and families
  • Children’s Church, Wednesday Night Activities, and VBS
  • Annual Events to include VBS for the Children’s Ministry
  • Work alongside preK coordinator to create smooth Sunday morning experience.
• Create ministry opportunities to meet the needs of the community and church families.
• Communicate Children’s Ministry information with the church family and the community.
• Work alongside the pastoral team to implement the vision of the church.
• Other duties as required.
 
Theology: must adhere to Baptist Faith and Message 2000

How to Apply: Email the following to info@fbclebanon.net
  1. Resume with 3 reference letters
  2. Statement of Faith - Testimony Submission
  3. Why are you called to Children’s ministry?
  4. Pass updated background check (will receive from church after application is received)
Internships
If you’re sensing a call into ministry but aren’t sure what that looks like yet, our internship at First Baptist Church of Lebanon is designed for you.

This internship is a hands-on opportunity to explore that calling in a real, local church environment. You won’t just learn about ministry—you’ll experience it. From serving alongside our staff and leading in key areas of church life, to building relationships and growing in your personal walk with Christ, this is a space to test the waters and discover how God may be leading you.

Whether you’re considering full-time ministry or simply want to take a next step in obedience, this program will help you gain clarity, confidence, and practical experience. You’ll be challenged, supported, and equipped as you discern your calling and develop the character and skills needed for ministry.

If you’re ready to step out in faith and see what ministry really feels like, we’d love to walk alongside you!