Mariners Church is a biblically-centered, non-denominational church located in Southern California focused on inspiring people to follow Jesus and fearlessly change the world. Mariners is listed as one of the top 20 largest churches in America by Outreach Magazine. We are a community of ordinary people from all walks of life courageously trusting God to do the extraordinary. Simply put, we trust God to do what we can’t—heal, transform, renew, forgive, provide and sustain. Through the redemption story of each believer, God is glorified, lives are changed and communities are impacted in a significant way. Come and be part of a new season of growth as Mariners Church responds to God’s call in launching new congregations.

The Foster Associate Director serves as the primary leader for all Foster Youth and Families programs and partnerships within Outreach at Mariners. With support from the Outreach Local Engagement Pastor, this individual will serve as a dynamic leader that is passionate about educating others about foster care, building teams, and recruiting leaders that equip their teams to serve in impactful ways within Orange County’s foster care system and the church. 

​​Through recruiting and leading a team of volunteers, the Foster Associate Director will be responsible for the following:

• Leadership Development: Train, develop and empower ministry leaders and volunteer leaders to run various facets of the ministry. Identify and coach volunteer ministry leaders who are able and willing to lead others while maintaining a healthy balance with family, work, friends and Mariners Church. Provide support and assist in coordinating volunteer team activities and events.

• Partnerships and Programs: Facilitate, develop and maintain key ministry partnerships with Orangewood, Olive Crest, Strong Families, and other Social Service agencies in Orange County. Strengthen existing partnerships and strategically evaluate and pursue new partnerships as needed

• Planning: Facilitate strategic planning processes and reporting (Dashboards, Metrics, Ministry Plans, Quarterly Reviews, Etc.) Maintain up to date data, reports and metrics. Continually evaluate the effectiveness of existing ministries and programs while also looking for new ways to engage volunteers

• Bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 experience working with at-risk populations, foster care, or similar social services fields.
• Demonstrated ability to develop volunteers.
• Ability to self- manage flexible schedule with some evening and weekend hours
• Skilled at developing cross-functional collaborations and partnerships both internally and externally
• Ability to drive progress while discerning God’s plans and adapting

All Mariners Church Staff:

• Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
• Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
• Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith and leadership commitment. 
• Attend Mariners Church.

We believe the total combination of your pay, benefits, and opportunities aligned with your calling will ensure that you and your family are provided for. The following items are just a sample of the things we offer for full-time employment:

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 403b Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off to serve
• Discounts at the Mariners Cafe and Bookstore
• Tuition discount for Mariners Church Preschool 
• Opportunity to attend ministry events and conferences
• Working alongside a community of supportive, like-minded believers