Job Opportunities
Congregations and ministries associated with the Southeastern Iowa Synod are invited to submit open positions for lay employees on this site.
These listings are linked on this page and featured in our weekly email newsletter as space allows. These postings remain active for about 30 days and can be requested to be renewed and posted longer.
To have your open position posted, please send your job opportunity via email to communications@seiasynod.org
Director of the Center for Clergy Renewal (Wisconsin, 3/4-Time)
Holy Wisdom Monastery, an ecumenical monastery near Madison, Wisconsin, seeks a Director of its Center for Clergy Renewal (CCR). Director of the Center of Clergy Renewal, this role is a unique and meaningful opportunity for those dedicated to supporting and nurturing the spiritual and professional development of clergy members. See the full position description and how to apply (posted Jul. 13)
Associate Chaplain (Grinnell, Full-Time)
Grinnell College seeks and Associate Chaplain who will report to the Dean of Religious Life/Chaplain and be a part of the Center for Religion, Spirituality and Social Justice (CRSSJ) team. This team is an office under the Division of Student Affairs. We serve the entire campus providing spiritual, emotional, and communal support in a multi-faith capacity. See the full position description and how to apply (posted Jul. 13)
Adult Choir Director (Windsor Heights, Part-Time)
Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, located in Windsor Heights, IA, is seeking a part-time Alleluia Choir Director to lead our dedicated adult choir. See the full position description and how to apply (posted Jun. 7)
Director of Worship, Lead Organist and Choir (Des Moines, Full-Time)
St. John’s Lutheran Church in Des Moines seeks a Director of Worship, Lead Organist & Choir is responsible for the vision, direction, and implementation of music, worship, and arts programming. Working under the supervision of the Senior Pastor, and in concert with the Associate Pastor, staff, Worship Ministry Team, and congregation, the Worship Director serves as the lead organist and Choir Director, furthering the mission of St. John’s with worship and musical excellence for the greater Des Moines area. See the full position description (posted Jun. 6)
Director of Worship and Music (Urbandale, Full-Time)
St. Stephen Lutheran Church seeks a Director of Worship and Music to lead all aspects of worship ministry for a welcoming and forward-thinking faith community in Urbandale, IA. Worship at St. Stephen includes an informal Wednesday evening communion service and a Sunday morning service alternating between traditional (organ and piano) and praise band accompaniment. Areas of responsibility include worship planning (in collaboration with the pastor), directing the Adult Choir and Praise Band, overseeing worship technology, and coordinating worship volunteers. For job description and application details visit https://www.ststephenlutheran.org/jobs (posted Apr. 23)
Children’s Center Director (Elim, Full-Time)
Elim Lutheran Church and Children’s Center are seeking our next Children’s Center Director. Our next director will help guide the ministry of Elim, through overseeing the ministry of the children’s center. The director works closely with the pastor, the children’s center board, parents, staff, and students. See the full position description and application (posted May. 20)