Employment



The Ark Church greatly values its employees and provides a fun, Christ-centered, fast-paced work environment. To accomplish our mission of connecting people to Christ and equipping them for growth and ministry, The Ark Church is committed to employing the most talented and qualified individuals for each position.

To apply for any of our job opportunities, please send your resume and reference information to employment@thearkchurch.com (only complete submissions will be considered). Please include the position name for which you are applying in the email subject line. No phone calls, please.


REACH Administrative Assistant

As a member of the Reach Team, this position is designed for a high-energy, people-oriented, positive person with a passion for reaching out to and being involved in our community.   

  • The ideal candidate is passionate about reaching our community, event coordination and execution, recruiting and leading volunteers, and being on a high-capacity, ”make it happen” staff team.   

  • If you meet the requirements below, please submit your cover letter and resume to employment@thearkchurch.com.  We respectfully request No Phone Calls Please. 


Talents/Abilities: Proficiency in meeting task deadlines/timelines, good written and verbal communication skills, skilled at interpersonal relations, prioritizing time, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.  

Ideal Personality Traits: Highly self-motivated, initiator/proactive, organized, multi-tasker, detail-focused, forward-thinking, team player, good people skills.

Responsibilities 

  • Management of Mission's Café:
    • Oversee the operations of Mission's Café, including staffing, inventory management, and customer service.
    • Ensure a welcoming and hospitable environment.
    • Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for Mission’s Café.
  • Day-to-Day Support for Departmental Finances:
    • Manage purchasing processes, processing invoices, and procurement of supplies and materials.
  • Connections Support for First-Time Households (FTH):
    • Assist in the oversight and management duties related to FTH: including phone calls, emails, and inter-departmental connections.
    • Assist in facilitating household connections for first-time visitors, providing information about church programs and services.
  • Communications Management (“Communication Czar”):
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for Reach-related communications, internally and externally.
    • Coordinate communication efforts across various channels, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.
    • Attend Monthly “Communication Czar” Meetings.
  • Event Coordination and Support:
    • Assist in planning, organizing, and executing Reach events, including logistics, registrations, and follow-up.
    • Coordinate with volunteers and staff to ensure smooth event operations.
  • Resource Management:
    • Order and maintain supplies, materials, and resources needed for Reach activities.
  • Operations (Ops) Team:
    • Attend all Ops Team meetings as Reach representative. 


Office Hours: Full-time (Sunday-Thursday with special events as needed) 

Salary:  Competitive pay with benefits (Health Insurance and 403b Retirement Program)   



IT Systems Administrator

We seek an IT Systems Administrator with a passion for participating in the planning, set-up, operation, and maintenance of all IT-related hardware and software. This person will work under the Technical Director to bring excellence, execution, and leadership to the IT Dept.  

If you meet the requirements below, please submit your cover letter, resume, and list of references to employment@thearkchurch.com. We respectfully request No Phone Calls Please.  


Responsibilities:

  • Select and implement suitable technology to streamline internal operations
  • Design and customize technological systems and platforms to improve attendee experience
  • Maintain and oversee the function of public-facing technology, including web-based software, POS systems, and web kiosks
  • Administrate infrastructure, including networking equipment, data storage, wired/wireless access, virtual and remote assets, and other processes.
  • Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways The Ark can improve
  • Maintain a ‘customer-first’ mentality by operating with a sense of urgency and service to others
  • Maintain and monitor on-prem Firewalls, Application Servers, Network Devices, Switches, and AP’s
  • Maintain and Install network equipment, Racks, Cabling, and Servers
  • Maintain and update network and infrastructure documentation for IT staff
  • Oversight and maintenance of on-prem phone system.
  • Provide internal analysis and support in relation to network capacity, uptime, future planning, and performance
  • Document procedures for and coordinate execution of general administration, such as adding and configuring new users, managing backups, etc.
  • Provide Tier 2 support for escalated helpdesk requests
  • Work with volunteers
  • All other duties as needed/assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • 3-5 years of network administration or system administration experience.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, projects, and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to learn new technology systems quickly and efficiently
  • Administration Experience with Microsoft 365 platform and services, including but not limited to Azure Portal, Intune, AAD, Azure SQL DB, Azure VMs, and Azure Networking
  • Experience with Windows Server Administration 2016 & 2019, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Hyper-V, Group Policy
  • Strong knowledge of implementing and effectively developing helpdesk and IT operations best practices, including expert knowledge of security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols
  • Experience supporting Apple devices including macOS, iOS & iPadOS, and Apple MDM
  • Experience supporting, maintaining, and configuring Windows and Linux Servers
  • Experience supporting Ubiquiti network equipment is preferred; a comprehensive understanding of network protocols and design is required
  • Exceptional troubleshooting skills
  • A willingness to work with a small, dynamic team in a fast-paced, fast-growing environment
  • Usage and understanding of modern web and mobile applications
  • Ability to demonstrate Christian faith and values in all aspects of work

Bonus Experience:
  • Industry Certifications, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Net+ etc.
  • Scripting languages: Bash, PowerShell, Azure CLI
  • C#, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, SQL
  • Rock RMS church management platform experience

Work Hours: Sunday-Thursday, Services, plus Special Events as required


Pay: Competitive Salary
  • Based on experience and qualifications




Part-Time Audio Engineer/Systems Tech

As part of our Technical Team at The Ark Church (located in Conroe, Texas), you will participate in planning, setting up, operating, and maintaining audio, video, and lighting equipment for Sunday and Wednesday worship services, outreaches, and special events. This position will have a strong emphasis on Audio Engineering for services and events. The Audio Engineer/Systems Tech is responsible for managing and executing all of the live production, events, and services of the various departments of The Ark Church with an emphasis on excellence and maintaining the core standards set by The Ark Church. Manage event scheduling and ensure all events are staffed as needed.

Qualifications:
  • A gifted and technically-minded person with a calling to serve 
  • Passionate about excellence in production, not perfection 
  • An effective troubleshooter with a cool head and a positive attitude 
  • Called with a passion for technical production 
  • A flexible, creative, innovative, adaptable thinker who likes to think outside of the box 
  • Strong technical knowledge in production arts 
  • Excellent initiative with solid interpersonal communication skills 
  • Strong attention to detail 
Education: 
  •  High School Diploma 
  •  Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
 Experience: 
  •  Minimum of one year of experience in live events production 
Responsibilities/Skills: 
  •  Audio Engineer for worship services (knowledge of AVID and Yamaha Digital Consoles) 
  •  Working knowledge of Roland M48 Mixers, REAC Protocol, and Software 
  •  Responsible for the main stage and other venue stages throughout campus 
Work Environment:
  •  Be part of a vibrant, creative, and fast-paced production team 
  •  Required to work all services, Christmas and Easter, as well as other events outside regular hours 
  •  Wear a two-way radio with a surveillance kit and wireless communication when needed 
  •  Be able to lift 50lbs and stand on your feet for lengths of time 
Work Hours: 
  •  Sunday 5:30am–12:00pm 
  •  Wednesday 5:00–8:30pm

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you. Submit your cover letter, resume, and weblink to audio recordings of your mixing to employment@thearkchurch.com. We respectfully request No Phone Calls, Please.