Coordinator at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Job Description

• The coordinator patterns their leadership after the example of Jesus Christ, strengthens those they lead, effectively administers Seminary and Institute (S&I) programs in an assigned geographic area, and builds unity with others. This is a people manager position. The coordinator should have a strong background and experience in learning, teaching, training, communication, managing resources, and helping others to grow in their performance and development. The work of a coordinator helps youth and young adults deepen their conversion to Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven. 

Responsibilities

• Teach S&I classes in the Savior’s way as the assignment requires.  
• Work in partnership with the area/region director, stake presidencies, high council, stake supervisors, ward leaders, and called teachers to: 
• set goals, make plans, and implement them to increase the number of youth and young adults participating in seminary and institute.  
• improve the learning experience and assess student experience for all youth and young adults (including students with disabilities) enrolled in your programs.  
• Build the capability of stake-called teachers to accomplish what is outlined in Teaching in the Savior’s Way. This may include monthly discussions, micro-training, in-service, digital and in-person observation, feedback, resources, and support.  
• Prepare the annual program operating budget, oversee financial performance, and safeguard church assets. 
• Adapt S&I curriculum and provide a pacing guide for local needs. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/ Administration or equivalent. Master's degree preferred. 
• 6 years of S&I related experience or equivalent which includes 5 years of leadership experience and 3 years of people management experience.   
• Requires a mid-level of understanding and skills related to the principles and practices of teaching, learning, and training. 
• Be proficient in the application of the Leadership Pattern and People Management Principles in S&I settings.  
• Requires mid-level interpersonal communication skills—including verbal communication, active listening, body language, openness, negotiation, decision making, and conflict resolution and mediation. 

Preferred 

• Demonstrate content knowledge related to effective teaching and training in online and remote learning environments and effective use of online / remote learning tools. 
• Knowledge of S&I systems and programs preferred