First Presbyterian Church

We are currently seeking an Audio Visual (A/V) Assistant and Nursery Attendant. The full job descriptions are posted below.

• To apply for the position, please send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest in and qualifications for the position to office@firstpresberthoud.org

• If you have questions, please call 970-532-2192 or email office@firstpresberthoud.org

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Title: Audio Visual (A/V) Assistant

 

Hours and Compensation: Approximately 2 hours each Sunday plus other special events.

 

Salary range: $18-$21 per hour, depending on experience.  

 

Purpose: To operate church sound audio, lighting and slide presentation for live Sunday services and other special events; understand the workings of the system and the equipment; troubleshooting when necessary.

Accountability: The Audio Visual Assistant is accountable to the Pastor and Chair of the Worship Committee

 

Technological Skills/Knowledge: Must have skilled knowledge of computers, presentation software and A/V equipment; experience with Microsoft OBS Studio or similar software, Chrome, You Tube Live Streaming; Google Slides, various pieces of hardware equipment used; Audio Sound System board and lighting system. If unfamiliar with these, must have a willingness to learn.

 

Attributes: Initiative to make approved improvements where 

needed, accuracy and multi-tasking, maintaining concentration and focus during service to ensure slides are advanced properly; ability to balance tasks with human relationships, excellent troubleshooting skills, ability to work independently.

Education and/or Experience: Previous experience working with public video and audio displays preferred

 

Responsibilities/Requirements:

• Consults as needed with the Pastor, Chair of the Worship Committee and the Office Administrator to discuss slide positioning and content, audio and video requirements.

• Coordinate slide review for accuracy before service with Office Administrator, Music Director and/or performers.

• Operates sound, lighting and visual equipment during weekly live events, and occasional special services for funerals, weddings, and church holidays.

• Maintain A/V equipment and schedule necessary service when needed

• Understanding workings of the various pieces of equipment and troubleshoot when necessary.

• Conducts sounds, visual, lighting and performance quality checks on AV equipment at church and special events

• Creates video and audio recording of worship service using YouTube Streaming service and ensures that recordings are available and working properly.

• Trains volunteers to operate sound and visual equipment and coordinates and schedules backup directly with these volunteers when needed

• Facilitates and integrates Zoom presentations for members who participate on-line

• Performs other duties as assigned

• References and/or examples of previous work may be required

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Title: Nursery Attendant

Salary Range: The pay is $25 each Sunday for an hour and half of work (9:45 to 11:15). 

Scope: Provide oversight and care for children placed in nursery during worship services and special occasions/events.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Must be at least 13 years of age or older.

• Give permission for a background check if 18 years-of-age or older.

• List two adults for references from school or work.

• Interact with children and encourage their involvement in activities.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Seek opportunities to nurture faith in Christ:

  • Be available to Read Bible stories aloud to children.

  • Be available for prayer (e.g., before play, in thanksgiving for family and friends).

• Distribute and collect child-care sign-up sheets to new families using the nursery. Take note of allergies or other special needs.

• Notify the Christian Education elder of the presence of new children and families.

• Ensure that children are picked up by the same person who dropped them off or the parent/guardian’s pre-authorized individual.

• Wash hands and assist the children with good hand washing as needed to prevent disease. (Hand sanitizers are not a substitute for hand washing.)

• Help the children pick up and put away toys at the end of the hour.

• Change diapers as authorized by parent or guardian.

• Keep the nursery a peanut-free zone.

• Clean and sanitize indoor play area, table, and diaper changing table and toys each Sunday or event, even if they do not look dirty.​

  • Sanitize​

  • Always follow label instructions.

  • Rinse with water after sanitizing and leave to air dry.

• Cleanup bodily fluids (e.g., blood, urine, fecal matter, vomit) immediately. (They might be highly contagious.)

• Notify an usher to contact parent(s) or other appropriate person should illness or other concerns arise.

• Notify the Christian Education Chair/co-chair when broken equipment or toys need replacing or the nursery needs additional supplies.

• Notify the Christian Education Chair/co-chair should number of children present in the nursery require another adult present.

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