Opportunities in our Synod and beyond
Openings for pastor/deacon calls here!
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How to add an open position
We will post your open positions for 6 weeks (or less if you let us know...) If you would like to add a listing, please email Susan the following:
- name of position
- full time or part time
- name of church/ministry and city
- a link to your website where position description/how to apply may be found
- application deadline
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Office Manager / Bookkeeper
- Part-time (20-24 hours) at Wooden Cross Lutheran in Woodinville
- Performs administrative functions for the church including finance, facilities and personnel. Assures compliance with local, state and federal laws/regulations along with the ELCA regulations and policies. Provides other administrative support services as needed for pastor, council and committees. See full description here.
- Interested candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest to woodencrosslc@gmail.com
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Director of Music
- Part-time at Faith Lutheran Church in Redmond
- This is a 0.6 FTE salaried position with an annual salary range of $44,000 to $50,000
- Download the position description HERE
- Please direct interest or questions to John Oftebro, Personnel Committee Chair at Faith Lutheran: john.oftebro@comcast.net
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Bookkeeper
- Part-time, non-expempt bookkeeper position at St. Lukes Episcopal in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle
- Description position here
- The application deadline is January 25. A cover letter and resume can be sent to the Rev. Canon Britt Olson, britt@stlukesseattle.org.
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Executive Director
- Full Time position at Spirit In The Desert Retreat Center, Carefree, AZ
- A complete search profile, including information about Spirit In The Desert Retreat Center and the desired attributes for the Executive Director, is available on the SITD home page at spiritinthedesert.org/job-openings/.
- Review of nominations and applications will begin immediately, and nominations and expressions of interest will be welcomed until an appointment is made. The appointee is expected to take office by July 1, 2026. Applications received by January 15, 2026 will be assured of full consideration. Applications should include a letter of interest demonstrating alignment with SITD’s mission, a resume, and the names of five professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers. All submissions will be treated in confidence and should be sent electronically in PDF format to Melissa Maxwell-Doherty melissa.maxwelldoherty@gmail.com.
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Program Director: Serve Boldly
- The Serve Boldly Program Director leads the design and delivery of programs, ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience across locations. This educator-focused role develops curriculum, trains staff, creates faith formation for youth in grades 6–12, and ensures programming reflects Lutheran theology while remaining accessible to ecumenical partners. The Program Director brings creativity, adaptability, and vision to this growing ministry.
- This is a remote/hybrid position, with proximity to a GLLM site or Serve Boldly partner community preferred.
- View the full job description here.
- To apply: Send resume to Sara Jonasen at sjonasen@gllm.org. Applications accepted until filled.
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Director of Worship and Faith Formation
- Full time with annual salary of $65,000 - $80,000 plus benefits.
- at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Reno NV
- Worship design and implementation is 80% of the job. The Director also supports the volunteer Faith Formation Team (20%). A specific denominational background is not required but a familiarity with the ELCA is preferred.
- Good Shepherd is an open and affirming congregation.
- The successful candidate will be able to begin as soon as January 2026 or as late as August 2026. See www.goodshepherdreno.org for more details including job description and background information on the church and the region.
- To apply, send letter of interest and resume to jobs@goodshepherdreno.org
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Children, Youth & Family Ministry Leader
- St. Matthew's in Renton is seeking a new ministry partner.
- Part-time position, possibly full-time ministry with needs and capacity that evolves.
- The CYF leader will join a supportive pastoral team and congregation eager to grow in love, justice, and joyful community.
- We’re looking for someone ready to imagine and co-create new models of ministry that uplift the gifts of young people, their families, and the leaders themselves.
- Find the full job description here:Children, Youth & Family Ministry Position Opening
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Musicians
- Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA) located on Mercer Island, is auditioning singers and instrumentalists to support its expanding musical offerings in worship. Musicians should be comfortable with both solo and ensemble performance in a wide variety of musical styles – from traditional hymnody and contemporary Christian songs to folk, jazz and world music. Musicians are paid a stipend ranging from $100 to $125 per service (which includes music preparation, and an approximately one-hour rehearsal prior to the service time). Frequency of scheduling is flexible. This may include one to two Sundays per month, seasonal midweek services or other opportunities. Holy Trinity www.htlcmi.org is a Reconciling in Christ congregation, which means that we welcome all (LGBTQIA+) to join us in worship, mission and fellowship and are committed to racial equity. You do not need to be a member of HTLC to apply. If interested, please go to the following link: https://forms.gle/FPr6nup4MqF3ZYS19
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Various Positions at Compass Housing Alliance
At Compass, our team is deeply driven by our mission, vision, and values and we seek to offer stability, growth, and community in all we do. Whether we work in direct service or in support of the mission in administration and operations, we’re all seeking to better our community. We’re looking to welcome people to our team that are passionate, skilled, and enjoy a little light-heartedness in their work environment. Consider joining our team - find a current listing of openings here: https://www.compasshousingalliance.org/employment/
