Prison Ministry Director Job at Elevation Church, Matthews, NC

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  • Elevation Church
  • Matthews, NC

Job Description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website ( to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code. Responsibilities Lead & Strengthen Existing Prison Partnerships: Build and maintain strong relationships with correctional staff - chaplains, wardens, and volunteer coordinators; serve as the point person for campus staff overseeing prison partnerships; help campuses onboard and equip volunteers, casting vision for the heart behind this ministry; plan and execute in-prison events like Love Week initiatives, reunification services, and Staff Appreciation; capture stories and footage inside prison walls to share what God is doing; track and analyze data to ensure we’re stewarding every relationship well. Expand Our Reach Develop strategies to launch new prison campuses and partnerships in tandem with Campus Pastors & Campus Outreach Directors Collaborate with our Online Team to explore how our global family can engage in prison ministry Attend state and regional meetings with correctional leaders (e.g., Wardens, State Chaplains) Partner With Other Ministries Collaborate with organizations like God Behind Bars, Prison Fellowship, and Prison Alliance Build relationships with local churches and ministries doing similar work Oversee correspondence from incarcerated individuals (letters, tablets, etc.) and help our teams respond with care and consistency

MUST-HAVES

Active participation in a church (lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community) Strong communication and networking skills Experience leading teams and developing people Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple moving parts Comfortable building relationships with people from all backgrounds — including state officials, ministry partners, and incarcerated individuals

NICE-TO-HAVES

Previous experience in prison ministry or outreach settings Familiarity with correctional facility systems and protocols Ability to travel as needed to visit prison campuses Experience with planning events or initiatives in complex environments Comfort gathering stories, photos, or video content in sensitive environments Day-to-Day We’re a Sunday-Thursday work environment. Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses. There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast-paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us. Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to have some fun! You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people. Professional development opportunities will be all around you, both in structured and unstructured ways. We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon. Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand. Benefits Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff 403b with 4% match Dental & Vision benefits Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren) Charlotte, NC $72,500 - $76,500 #J-18808-Ljbffr Elevation Church

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Weekend work, Sunday,

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