Congregational & Partner Organization Job Postings

Below are job postings by member congregations and partners of the Northwestern Ohio Synod of the ELCA. As such, the congregations posting jobs are composers and proprietors of the job descriptions and postings. The Northwestern Ohio Synod has not reviewed, nor approved the positions, and their appearance here does not represent synodical endorsement of the positions or posting entities. The positions will be posted on this webpage for up to 45 days.

Any and all questions and resumes about these congregational positions should be directed to the contact info provided by the congregation, please refrain from contacting the synod office with questions about these positions.

To post an open position on this page and in the monthly NWOS E-News publication, please fill out the form at https://bit.ly/NWOS-e-news.

Organist/Pianist – Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church

We are looking for an organist/pianist who will work in cooperation with the pastor, the Music Ministry Team, and the Choir Director. The organist/pianist will play music for our regular worship services. This position includes the provision of music for Sunday mornings, Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve and Day, Lenten, Easter, and special services.

Please email your application with resume to the Church Administrator – Loriwobser@zionsandusky.org

Church Organist – St. John Lutheran Church, Celina

Looking for an organist to lead our 9:00 am traditional worship service each week and other special services during the church year (Lent, Advent, Christmas Eve, Night of Promise,…).

Learn more about our church at https://www.purpledoorchurch.org/

Learning Center Teacher – Emanuel Lutheran Church, Marion Ohio  

We are adding to our amazing staff at the Learning Center!

Ideal applicants will have experience working with children (birth-age 5), will be self motivated, excited to work, and have a love for helping children learn and grow.

Bonus points for having a CDA!

(minimum requirement-high school diploma)

For inquires please reach out to emanuelearlylearningcenter@gmail.com or call 740-382-0257

Secretary/Clerical – Zion Lutheran Church, Waterville, Ohio  

The Secretary/Clerical Associate provides essential administrative and operational support to
the Pastor, Synod Authorized Minister (SAM), and church leadership. This role ensures the
smooth day-to-day functioning of the church office while maintaining accurate records,
supporting communication efforts, and assisting with financial and administrative processes.

Music Director – Community of Christ Lutheran Church, Whitehouse, Ohio  

Community of Christ Lutheran Church in Whitehouse, Ohio, member of the Northwest Ohio Synod of the ELCA, is actively seeking one or two music professionals to serve as music director/organist/choir director. Candidates should be eager to share their talents with our congregation, provide opportunities for various levels of participation in the music of our church and facilitate the growth of our music programming. Hours, compensation and continuing education opportunities will be determined commensurate with final determination of roles and responsibilities. Community of Christ, founded in 1974, is a growing and engaging Lutheran church in Whitehouse, Ohio.