Posted the Week of March 8, 2010

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:

MISSIONARY HOME SCHOOL TEACHER - 1-2 year Position in Kyrgyzstan teaching a 6^th grade boy and a 3^rd grade girl 3-4 hours a day through LCMS World Missions.  You will remain rostered with full benefits.  We encourage you to help raise prayer and financial support; however, we will provide whatever you cannot raise.  Please contact Pastor David Sanger Our Savior’s Palm Springs at 760.327.5611 x103 or david@oursaviors.org.

HIGH SCHOOL and MIDDLE SCHOOL: No Current Openings Provided

SCHOOL-AGE CARE (SAC): No Current Openings Provided

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS:

Prince of Peace Early Childhood Education Center in Anaheim is seeking a PART-TIME PRESCHOOL TEACHER for the afternoon program. Must have 12 ECE units. For more call Maria Milla at 714.635.2180

Immediate opening: PART-TIME MUSIC TEACHER for Child of Faith Preschool, Huntington Beach, CA. Job description available on request (childoffaith@faithhb.org). Fax resume to 714.378.4537 or use preschool  email.

CHILDREN – YOUTH – FAMILY MINISTRY: No Current Openings Provided

WORSHIP & MUSICIANS: No Current Openings Provided

CHURCH ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS/OTHER:

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CFO, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod seeks an Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer for Concordia Plan Services. Concordia Plan Services (CPS) administers the benefit programs and the Trust’s by which programs are funded for full-time workers of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, its controlled organizations, member congregations and affiliated agencies. Must be able to provide support for the work of the Investment and the Actuarial and Benefits Committees of the CPS Board of Directors. Position ensures connection of strategy/business plan to operating plan/budget, develop operating budgets, ensure connection of strategy/business plan to operating plan/budget. Provide strategic recommendations to the president based on financial projections and experience analysis, oversee financial performance of Concordia Plan Services and Concordia Plans, creating financial plans and projections, and reporting and analysis of actual vs. expected results. Ensure appropriate Plan funding models in place (contribution rates and investment income expectations) and appropriate Plan expenditures (benefits and expenses). Must be able to ensure appropriate level of surplus and reserves to meet future needs, oversee actuarial valuation and analysis activities (internal and external consultant). Oversee Enterprise Risk Management activities: Develop and manage action plan to eliminate/mitigate identified areas of risk. Coordinate all audit activities; oversee traditional accounting and financial reporting activities. Manage cash flow and partner with Investments to forecast cash flow needs. Ensure appropriate financial management systems, processes and procedures are utilized within CPS. Ensure with appropriate tax regulations and legislation. An active membership in an LCMS congregation is highly desirable. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree, plus significant professional designation, certification or advanced degree, such as CPA, FSA or MBA. Minimum of ten years experience in a financial leadership position, ideally in an insurance, employee benefit or financial services environment. Demonstrated communication and strategic skills. Demonstrated organizational, leadership and project management skills; excellent written and oral communication skills. Proven integrity; discretion and judgment in confidential matters. Demonstrated excellence in managing finance, actuarial, accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting. Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model. Willingness and ability to travel. An understanding of the Synod’s structure is highly desirable. Must be a team player who is committed to lifelong learning. Integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. Capable and able to work under the pressures of time limitations. Qualified applicants eager to work for a caring, Christian organization with a great family-like atmosphere should forward your resume with cover letter and salary history to The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, Attn: VB, 1333 South Kirkwood Road, St. Louis, MO 63122. E-mail to lcmsjobs@lcms.org. Fax to 314.996.1121 EOE

PRESIDENT/CEO LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Lutheran Social Services seeks a highly motivated visionary to lead the programs and services of its agency.   In this challenging role you'll be responsible for implementing and monitoring the agency's operational goals and strategic plan, manage and develop a team of exceptional directors, monitor the agency's financial health, spearhead agency-wide fundraising initiatives, and represent the agency externally to other organizations. The 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 non-profit budget administration. This is a full-time position reporting to the Board. Competitive salary DOE.  Comprehensive benefits.  Please send resume to recruiting@exaltresources.com or fax 562.683.2161.  EOE.

LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES PART-TIME AREA DIRECTOR 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.

CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY, IRVINE, CA

JOB OPENINGS: For more information about the positions listed below, please access the Concordia University Website at http://www.cui.edu. From the home page, click on “About CUI,” then choose “Employment.”  Positions are filled as qualified candidates are found and funding is released. Applicants should submit a résumé along with a letter of interest to:

Pamela Clavir, Human Resources

Concordia University1530 Concordia West

Irvine, CA 92612; fax: (949) 854-6879

e-mail: HR@cui.edu.

ADMISSIONS
Assistant Director of Admissions - The Assistant Director of Admission is responsible for recruitment and enrollment of for assigned graduate program. The Assistant Director will assist the Director of Admission in creating the strategic goals and objectives of the Admission Office as they relate to graduate admissions; implement these goals and objectives and evaluate their success.  Candidates must have a Bachelors degree, MA preferred.

LIBRARY SERVICES
Information Services Librarian - The Information Services Librarian is responsible for providing reference, research and information literacy instruction to the campus community.  The position is also responsible for promoting library resources and creating library publications, such as manuals, guides, bookmarks, bibliographies, subject guides, online blogs, and other information literacy/library promotional materials.  The public Services Librarian must also be willing to work irregular hours including some night and weekend shifts.  Candidates must have a Master’s degree from an ALA accredited university, one to two years related experience and/or training, and excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY
Community Service Officer - Concordia University seeks highly motivated, professional part-time community service officer with commitment to "Exceptional Customer Service" to assist with access control, dispatch and parking enforcement on our beautiful Irvine campus. Must have valid guard card and current CPR and First Aid. Previous campus experience a plus.

FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS

Developing wise, honorable, and cultivated citizens.

Announcement of Anticipated Faculty Openings

Concordia University, Irvine Calif., seeks applicants to fill the possible faculty openings in the disciplines listed below.  Review of application materials begins immediately and continues until the positions are funded and filled.

We seek candidates who understand and value a Christian liberal arts approach to higher education and who are willing to invest themselves in the lives of students. Candidates must have a graduate degree (masters required; PhD preferred) and provide evidence of exemplary teaching.  Rank will be awarded according to the candidate’s teaching experience.

To be considered, a candidate must be a member of a congregation of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and should possess a graduate degree in the field. 

Concordia University is a Lutheran, co-educational, residential, liberal arts university of 2400 students, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in over 20 fields of study. Please visit Concordia’s website (www.cui.edu) for more information about the university. You may view and print out the application for employment from this web site.

To apply, send a letter of application, résumé, statement of teaching philosophy and an official application, which can be downloaded at our website, www.cui.edu; (select About CUI in the brown tool bar near the top of the page; select Employment  in the drop-down window; select Faculty Employment) to:

Office of the Provost
Concordia University Irvine
1530 Concordia West
Irvine, CA 92612
karen.strubbe@cui.edu

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Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

As a member of the faculty in the School of Business and Professional Studies’ nursing department, the assistant/associate professor will have an earned Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), preferably with two specialties from the following: medical/surgical, pediatrics, maternal/child, psychiatric/mental health and gerontology. Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses, supervising clinical instruction, advising, and other duties and service to the university.  While applications from all areas of nursing will be considered, preference will be given to candidates poised to excel in nursing education and working with students.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology

As a member of the faculty in the School of Arts and Sciences’ biology department, the assistant/associate professor will need to possess a  strong understanding of the interconnection between faith and science with expertise or interest in undergraduate research in biological areas. A terminal degree in an appropriate area, preferably genetics, biochemistry, or molecular or cell biology is preferred.

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