Temporary Ministry Coordinator – Border Engagement

Point Loma Nazarene University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Point Loma Nazarene University is seeking a Temporary Ministry Coordinator to support Border Engagement Ministries during the Fall semester. The role offers up to 19 hours per week and focuses on coordinating logistics for ministry experiences along the San Diego–Tijuana border in a Christ-centered environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling, transportation, and communications; supporting student leaders; and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience coordinating events, ministry programs, or volunteer activities preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement; willingness to align with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.
• Background check required; Fair Chance laws apply.
• Physical requirements: sedentary with walking; lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for Border Engagement ministry experiences, including day trips, weekend opportunities, and events.
• Assist with scheduling, registration, participant communication, and event preparation.
• Coordinate transportation, supplies, materials, and hospitality for ministry activities.
• Support student leaders and volunteers during ministry events.
• Communicate with campus departments and community ministry partners on logistics.
• Maintain ministry records, calendars, and documentation.
• Promote Border Engagement opportunities to students.
• Support educational events and special programs related to border engagement.
• Provide administrative support to the University Chaplain and Student Life team.
• Perform other duties to support Border Engagement Ministries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Event coordination experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition. The university seeks a Temporary Ministry Coordinator to support the Border Engagement Ministries program during the Fall semester. The role collaborates with the University Chaplain and Student Life team to provide administrative, logistical, and program support for ministry experiences with communities along the San Diego–Tijuana border. This is a part-time, temporary position (up to 19 hours per week) focused on coordinating logistics and ensuring ministry experiences run smoothly in a Christ-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for Border Engagement ministry experiences, including day trips, weekend opportunities, and special events.
• Assist with scheduling, registration, participant communication, and event preparation.
• Coordinate transportation, supplies, materials, and hospitality for ministry activities.
• Support student leaders and volunteers participating in ministry events.
• Communicate with campus departments and community ministry partners regarding logistics.
• Maintain ministry records, calendars, and documentation.
• Assist with promotion of Border Engagement opportunities to students.
• Support educational events and special programs related to border engagement.
• Provide administrative support to the University Chaplain and Student Life team.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Border Engagement Ministries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience coordinating events, ministry programs, or volunteer activities preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement; willingness to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.
• The job offer is contingent on successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.
• Physical requirements: primarily sedentary with frequent walking during events; use of computer equipment; ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone; ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 20 pounds during ministry events.

Additional Information

Salary: Pay range $20.91 - $22.58. Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources. The position is part-time and temporary, with duties aligned to Border Engagement Ministries.

Disclaimers: PLNU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status in its policies or procedures. PLNU is a religiously affiliated institution and may require alignment with its religious mission. For internal postings, current employees may log in to their Workday account and search for postings.