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 (
www.elevationchurch.org) 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 (we look for a 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)
