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Writer Do you enjoy writing true stories? Are you able to tell a story in many different ways and formats? Would you like to motivate others to help make Bible translation possible , even in the most remote places on earth? Our writing team tells the exciting and varied story of JAARS through blog posts, web pages, social media, print publications, letters, brochures, flyers, and more. As part of the team, you’ll get to hear how God is working all over the world—and then get creative about sharing those stories with others. Your work schedule may be flexible, depending on workflow and turnaround time. Make an impact in people’s lives as you communicate the life-changing work of giving people God’s Word. Brief Description Write engaging stories and promotional materials in a variety of formats that share how JAARS works to support Bible translation. For a full-time volunteer or a non-paid, staff person who raises support Available at least 10 hours a week Must...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.200 Position Summary          We serve those who serve on the JAARS campus, as well as providing medical support to those overseas. As a community service, we also offer immunizations for church teams going abroad. JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. Come be part of the team providing health care services to patients under the oversight of our physician. For a 0.2 to 1.0 FTE (8–40 hrs.) volunteer or a staff person who raises support Position Responsibilities             Perform patient medical exams Gather the patient’s health history and report on results of physical exam Order or perform relevant tests, analyses and X-rays Diagnose and treat medical diseases, infections, conditions Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care; manage...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    1.000 Position Summary The Inventory Manager oversees inventory levels throughout the JAARS organization. The person in this role will lead the activities and tasks that satisfy inventory needs and business requirements. As a subject matter resource, this position will assess, analyze, design, develop, and assist in the implementation of new inventory processes, policies, workflows, and change practice activities within the NetSuite System to continuously improve cost effectiveness, reliability, and quality of the overall Materials Management team.Special focus on performing vendor auditing activities responsible for the overall quality assurance of vendors and suppliers. While reporting to the Director of Purchasing, this role will closely collaborate with the 5 area-specific inventory managers for best practice implementation and streamlined processes.    Position Responsibilities...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    0.500 Position Summary Greet and welcome visitors and staff and provide general administrative support for the Aviation department. This is a 20 to 40 hour per week position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support.   Position Responsibilities Ensure that visitors and callers to the Aviation department are greeted and directed to the appropriate person Track personnel “In & Out of Office” in order to take messages for absent personnel Provide administrative support as requested Monitor the coffee stations to keep them replenished Position Requirements A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the   vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Excellent organization and communication skills with all levels of staff; a flexible,...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    1.000 Position Summary While reporting to the Director of Information Technology, the Administrative Assistant will perform routine to complex duties, assignments, projects and communication for the department’s team, related to administrative and department operations. The successful candidate will actively demonstrate initiative and innovation in implementing administrative practices that prove effectiveness, quality and excellence on a daily basis. Acting in a supportive role to perform as requested by department staff. The role will gain and apply depth knowledge of current and new departments' systems, applications, record keeping, filing practices and activities, including key coming projects and meetings. Position Responsibilities Administer complex calendar management and scheduling of meetings and individual meetings with department IT leadership, team members, internal...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.200 Position Summary          JAARS Health Services exists to serve US-based and furloughing missionaries and staff with a variety of medical services as God provides the needed health care professionals. JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. Be part of the team that provides health care services to our patients. For 8 or more hours, for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support.  Position Responsibilities            Document and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions Record patients’ medical information and vital signs Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments Respond to inquiries, concerns and complaints from patients and their parents or guardians Track and maintain medical supply inventory, along with other staff members Provide...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        1.000 Position Summary          Would you like to make an eternal impact with your work as a plumber? JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible in the most remote and difficult places on earth. The JAARS Center has many miles of well and wastewater pipes to maintain and over 40 commercial and residential buildings. Plumbing jobs are overwhelming for just one plumber and we need more team members to come alongside and help. Could you be the answer to that problem? Consider serving the mission field by serving at JAARS.   For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support.   Position Responsibilities             Repair and maintain plumbing of faucets, drains, and public restrooms in commercial and residential buildings Provide maintenance on four inch water mains, irrigation, non-potable water supply system, and gravity feed sewer...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        1.000 Position Summary          Help others gain a vision for missions and become further engaged with JAARS through managing the logistical, project, and program details required for a successful week of service. The position will use your relational and organizational strengths as you work with a wide variety of people and departments, managing the fluid nuances of hosting a new team of people each week. Position Responsibilities             There is no typical day in the life of the Mission Teams Manager, however a typical week may include: Direct, serve, and support arriving teams, tending to needs throughout the week Respond to inquiries and process new applications Coordinate team housing and project arrangements for scheduled teams Participate with team at Facilities devotion Monday and Friday Work with team host to coordinate two meals, speakers and Friday...

Target Staff Type:           Volunteer :  A volunteer is self-funded, covering his or her own living,                                                                   health,  travel expenses                                           Supported : Staff are given funds by their ministry partners,                                                                                churches or individuals through another organization.   Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500 Position Summary          Help maintain the grounds of JAARS commercial and residential property and become part of the JAARS team that makes Bible translation and language development possible in the most remote places on earth. It takes many hands and a team effort to accomplish the task. Your skilled position will free others to use their skills to help further Bible translation, too.  Position Responsibilities            Use equipment that can include commercial zero turn mowers, string...

Target Staff Type            Volunteer or                                             Supported : a staff person who raises their own financial support Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500     This is a 20 to 40 hour per week position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support. Position Summary          As an Aviation Office Manager / Administrative Assistant you will be filling a critical role in the daily functions and task of running a smooth and efficient Mission Aviation business.  Managers need skilled personnel standing in the gaps to help cover many of the daily tasks and functions that, if not otherwise cared for by you, would cause them to be excessively overburdened and cause huge inefficiencies and loss of production. These administratively skilled personnel are key to our success.   Position Responsibilities              Help with various scheduling tasks Plan and organize a wide range of department activities Help draft and send...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500 Position Summary          As a member of the Guest Services team, the Guest Services Team Member is focused on creating a positive and memorable experience for guests and staff attending special events. The Guest Services team member will work in coordination with the Events Coordinator. Position Responsibilities              Welcome incoming guests or groups in an engaging and hospitable manner Coordinate and participate in event staging, setup, and cleanup (no heavy lifting) Act in liaison role, serving between kitchen and other Guest Services staff, and event guests Respond to guests' questions and anticipate unstated requests in a timely and courteous manner May provide scheduling backup for the Events Coordinator Position Requirements  A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others...

Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw or Remote FTE         1.000 Position Summary           Achieving breakthroughs means that there are no typical days. Our JAARS Strategic Information and Integration team drives new breakthroughs every day. We are inspired by innovative thinking and the remarkable possibilities of challenging the status quo. If you share these same motivations, come join us. We actively seek a PHP Software Developer to collaborate in a team environment to develop transportation applications that are used by global aviation, maritime and land transportation.    Position Responsibilities              Develop and support mobile and server-based applications, used by global transportation staff in the support of Bible translation, language development and Scripture engagement Contribute as a team member working in an agile development / DevOps environment Work closely with product manager to evaluate and...

Target Staff Type             Supported - Receives financial assistance from others through their church or a mission organization                                             Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw FTE         0.500 Position Summary           Responsible for assisting the Food Service Manager and peers in food preparation and service as assigned. For a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Able to display documentation that shows authorization to work in the United States   Position Responsibilities               Prepare food and snacks and serve meals to guests Maintain cleanliness in kitchen, following strict hygiene, health, and safety rules, including cleaning and sanitizing tables, equipment and work area Ensure proper storage of leftovers by properly cooling, labeling, storing or discarding if necessary Create a friendly and courteous environment with staff and guests Take responsibility for delegated activities and...

Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw FTE         1.000 Position Summary           Provides financial analysis and recommendations to JAARS management.  Works with leaders across the organization to develop reporting, dashboards and Key Performance Indicators to improve decision making.  Assists with implementing new financial software to transform operations at JAARS.  Reports directly to the CFO and interacts with the Senior Leadership Team. Position Responsibilities               Perform analysis with information from financial systems using trends, statistics, incremental margin analysis, variance to budget, financial ratios, and other tools to make recommendations to management Collaborate with management to gather information, develop assumptions, and understand high level trends Work with leaders across the organization to improve decision making by developing reports, dashboards, Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), and...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500 Position Summary          We are looking for a multi-tasker with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude.  The candidate should be able to process all applications for any volunteers who desire to go on our trips, providing polite and professional assistance.  The candidate should also be able to handle other related paperwork for each trip. Position Responsibilities              Handle office tasks, such as filing, processing applications, and generating reports Screening applications, providing background checks, keeping good records Mailing or emailing pertinent information to all volunteers Producing trip packets for the team leaders. Use computers to create reports and conduct research. Must be able to work in Google Docs. Maintain polite and professional communication via phone, email, and mail. Position Requirements  A deep and growing walk...

JAARS is in need of skilled workers to help us maintain our various facilities and equipment on center so that we can continue to make Bible translation and language development possible. Could you become part of the team? This is a 1.0 FTE (40 hrs.) position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US  Brief Description Maintain, inspect, repair, and perform skilled maintenance service on facilities and grounds. Responsibilities Perform a variety of skilled maintenance work requiring knowledge and experience in one or more skilled trades Install various items and/or system components of a complex nature Maintain facilities, tools, and equipment in safe, comfortable, and operating condition Inspect and perform routine repairs on machines, equipment, or structures Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities Diagnose and resolve facility operational and/or safety concerns Test and/or troubleshoot to...

Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw FTE         1.000 Position Summary           The purchasing associate will research, purchase supplies, fulfill orders, and provide quotes on various genres of items for JAARS use and overseas requests. There are two positions available. Position Responsibilities               Research, evaluate, and collaborate with the purchasing manager on purchases Fulfill internal and external orders for various customers as assigned Provide price quotes when requested, before purchasing Maintain a courteous working relationship with customers and vendors Work with vendors on returns and credits Answer customer and/or vendor questions about orders Maintain records of purchase transactions and delivery arrival information Position Requirements  A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        1.000 Position Summary          Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports.  Completes general ledger account reconciliations on a monthly basis and bank account reconciliations. Ensures compliance to GAAP and FASB requirements and assists in the auditing process as requested by the CFO or the Director of Accounting. Position Responsibilities             Provide financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports Prepare budget templates and reports Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information Document financial transactions by entering account information Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents Maintain financial...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500 Position Summary          As a member of the Guest Services team, the receptionist is responsible for providing a warm welcome to visitors, directing guests and staff, and helping individuals connect with the right person or department. Position Responsibilities             Welcome guests and staff in a pleasant and friendly manner Help individuals know where to find the person/help they need Pursue answers to questions for guests and staff Respond to inquiries in an efficient and timely manner Maintain security by following procedures and issuing visitor badges Answer the phone in a professional and courteous manner   Position Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Warm and personable conversationalist with the ability to build relationships Comfortable meeting people Takes initiative Ability to multitask Competent computer user...

Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw or Remote FTE         1.000 Position Summary           We need a good communicator who can inspire, cast vision, and reach out to college students and beyond to fill aviation needs. These potential aviators are key to the sustainability of aviation programs around the world, programs that exist to support Bible translation in remote and difficult locations. You would mobilize, maintain contact with, encourage, interview, inform, and screen potential aviation candidates for membership. Position Responsibilities               Know the Aviation position openings and the requirements required for each position Recruit at schools, events, colleges, job fairs, and organizations, including making public presentations, setting up displays, and having materials to give out Develop and maintain contacts with schools, alumni groups, and other organizations to find and attract candidates Explain...