Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Regional Rep, Parenting and Youth position exists to direct the sustained collaboration among multiple influential and widely varied organizations, including churches, in single communities to create awareness, market, and launch Raising Highly Capable Kids (RHCK) which will ultimately result in tangible positive transformation by serving communities and strengthening families. This position also exists to inject FOF content/programs/resources and other relationship services into community transformation activities whenever appropriate, and by so doing, position FOF/RK as a vital partner in the collaboration effort. The Regional Rep position exists to provide training, resources, and on-going support to communities they serve.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains personal relationships and strategic alliances with influential leaders of various organizations within local communities such as churches, non-profits, educational institutions, local governments, and businesses for the purpose of introducing them to the family resources and help available from RezilientKidz (RK) and FOTF

• Directs and facilitates collaborative interaction among various organizations to promote, prepare and train each community for a successful program launch

• Participates in the collaborative effort by promoting RK/FOF content/programs/resources whenever appropriate

• Facilitates and participates in the facilitation of community collaboration through new and established relationships to increase the efficacy of RHCK

• Participates in RK/FOF Donor events to promote program efforts and initiatives

• Promotes the various activities, methods, and results of RHCK initiatives in their prescribed region

• Develops, through focused research, an awareness and sensitivity to the unique cultures of each individual community including current and historical demographics, attitudes, economics, and behaviors in preparation for engagement in those communities

• Represents RK/FOF in general and Parenting and Youth initiatives specifically through various public speaking opportunities, including trainings related to all RK/FOTF curricula and programs

• As directed, assists others in the ministry to recruit groups and individuals who may be interested in training RK/FOF content/programs in their local communities

• Maintains, through ongoing educational opportunities such as reading/research, symposiums/conferences, etc, a thorough and up-to-date understanding of the state of the family and the challenges facing it in the culture

• Understands all aspects of RHCK including, but not limited to, history, implementation, policies, and procedures, tracking and program efficacy

• Provides training, support and evaluation to Community Champions and Facilitators in implementation of RHCK program through on-going observation

• Reports each community’s progress and challenges for solution seeking collaboration

  Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• May be required to read, speak, and write in Spanish fluently

• Attends local functions on behalf of FOF executives

• Maintains awareness of FOF corporate policies

• Prepares and files, in electronic document format, narrative of community interactions to ensure ongoing continuity

• Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., print, photography, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in any and all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family.

  Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

• May serve as “lead” for meeting facilitation

• May provide training for RK’s Regional Reps

• Reports issues, concerns, and noteworthy items to the program director

  Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office environment

• Travels several days per week to various events and communities around the country

• This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

  JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

  Character/Spiritual:

  Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

  Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

  Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

  Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

  Engages in Christian ministry

  Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)

  This is a position of responsibility as defined in the Focus on the Family moral policy and is subject to the parameters defined therein regarding divorce

  This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times

  Personal Characteristics:

• Attitude of empathy and service; Sensitivity and knowledge of cross-cultural variables

• Exhibits a high level of energy and enthusiasm

• Must be bright, positive, and friendly - conveying warmth and a genuine interest in people

• Maintains positive relationships, shows sensitivity and pastoral concern without becoming self-serving

• Maintains a healthy, affirming relationship with spouse and family

• Exhibits integrity in professional and personal life in accord with Biblical standards

• Emotionally resilient and capable of handling pressure and rejection without inappropriate disappointment of personal reproach

• Creates favorable impression in terms of appropriate attire, appearance, bearing, and manner

• Convincing, persuasive, and credible, able to impress favorably and win long-term confidence and trust; Pursues utmost detail in maintaining relationships

• Exhibits an entrepreneurial way of accomplishing essential duties

• Intrinsically motivated to achieve aggressive goals and objectives

  Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in business, marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, or related field

• 3-5 years of broad experience including such professions as counseling (for relational skills) and marketing/sales for "influencing" skills, ministry experience preferred

• Must be familiar with the needs of small business entrepreneurs and executives of large corporations

• In-depth knowledge of FOF philosophy, mission, values, and objectives

  Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

• Well-developed social skills

• Excellent listening skills and exhibits the ability to understand what others are communicating

• Highly polished verbal skills; clarity of expression, good organization of thoughts and effective articulation

• Broad understanding of the business community with an ability to move with ease in the boardroom as well as the church environment

• Ability to use personal computer

• Disciplined in staying current on social, economic, and professional trends and events locally

• Ability to execute against channel strategy

  Stewardship Requirements:

• Keeps accurate accounting of all resources; submits accurate reports in timely manner

• Responsible for all travel arrangements and expense submissions

  Salary Range: $70,716 to $81,117/yr

  Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

  • Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

  Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

  Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

  Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

• Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage

• Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage

• AFLAC

• 403B Retirement Plan

• Vacation Time & Vacation Payout

• Sick Time

• Holidays

• Service Awards

• Community Service Days

• Bookstore Discount

• Fitness Center

  Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

• Medical Plan

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Life Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

  Note : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

  *Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

• Sick Time

• Bookstore Discount

• Fitness Center

  Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by December 5, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

• The potential employee start date is December 9, 2024.

  Posting date: November 5, 2024

  Unposting date: ongoing until filled

  Posting contact email: job@fotf.org

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

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