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Dec 10, 2019
Recruitment / Staffing Manager Featured
Recruitment/Staffing Manager Full-time position, 40 hours per week Responsibilities Lead the HR Staffing team in day-to-day operations and interactions. Allocate human resources, ensuring appropriate matches between personnel for both paid and volunteer positions. Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of staff relating to recruitment, screening, on-boarding, employment, compensation, benefits, secondments, volunteering, and off-boarding. Transition to a new HRIS across the entire organization. The manager will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth transition process. Design, implement, and measure the effectiveness of JAARS Recruiting and Staffing services (including sourcing, screening, and selection)  Facilitate an excellent on-boarding experience for each new staff person Ensure that off-boarding (terminating and transferring staff members) are processed properly Aid in monitoring the effectiveness of current HR staffing processes and propose needed changes and additions Manage the HR Staffing team, balancing performance and staff care Manage the Staffing portion of the HR department budget Prepare or update employment records related to hiring, transferring, promoting, and terminating in a compliant manner Handle all aspects of Payroll operations, which includes but is not limited to working closely with the implementation team for the new HRIS and Payroll systems, ensuring that all matters regarding pay, benefits, time away, and other related areas are accurate 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 A bachelor’s degree, preferably related to HR Management HR Certification preferred (SHRM-CP or PHR) One to two years of HR-related experience  Three to four years of relevant experience preferred  Interact positively and collaborate as a member or leader of a team Excellent interpersonal skills Have strong organizational, analytical and management capabilities—able to lead demonstrable stewardship of all JAARS resources: people, time, and money Be a servant leader, balancing expertise with humility Be a strategic thinker, able to apply innovative ideas and stretch organizational thinking Display that you are a person of character and conviction, with the ability to lead and motivate your team and influence others through godly character and not manipulation To Apply JAARS Employee e-Application OR JAARS Employee Application-Print To Apply:  Submit your resume and completed application to HR_Director@jaars.org FTE -  Full-time Staff Type -  Paid
JAARS, Inc. JAARS, NC, USA Full time
Dec 10, 2019
Volunteer Recruiter / Coordinator Featured
Responsibilities Recruit the right people to fill departmental staffing needs Respond to requests for information about serving as a volunteer Interview prospective volunteers Work with potential supported and paid staff Evaluate applicants for suitability and job possibilities   Check references Refer to the current JAARS vacancies and consults with department heads concerning staffing needs that volunteers may fill Research new ways to advertise the need for staff  Evaluate successes and failures in the program and seeks for ways to improve it 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 Able to work in Microsoft Word and Google   Willing to learn additional computer skills Enjoy working with people  Good communicator  Follow through on details FTE —0.5 (20 hours per week) Staff Type —Volunteer or a staff person who raises support  
JAARS, Inc. JAARS, NC, USA Part time
Dec 04, 2019
Safety Coordinator Fellow Featured
Safety Coordinator Fellow   Direct Supervisor: Director of Safety and Security (currently Caleb Weir) JAARS Fellows is an 11-month, merit-based, professional opportunity that provides entry into a first career position, cultivates emerging leaders and unleashes the world of missions. Fellows join JAARS staff in key positions to make Bible translation and life transformation possible.   Develop Spiritually, Professionally, and Personally Receive input from a professional in your field and a spiritual and personal coach. Attend the Intercultural Communications Course . Learn how to further your interpersonal skills, understand differing worldviews, and deepen your relationship with God. Dive into Perspectives and explore God’s global purpose. Enjoy life skills training: everything from learning to drive a manual car to budgeting. Discover Waxhaw, Charlotte, and the surrounding areas with your JAARS Fellows community.  The Safety Coordinator Fellow will work closely with the Director of Safety and Security to ensure that JAARS is a safe and healthy place to serve. He or she will learn about safety best practices for a variety of work environments and assist in implementing and auditing them.   Job Responsibilities Help draft policy, procedure and plans to shape organizational response to regular and exceptional workplace safety events Assist in developing training plans and delivering content for organizational safety needs Conduct recurring audits, inspections, investigations and training Complete annual OSHA and EPA reports Maintain JAARS Workers Compensation reporting and follow-up and JAARS hazard prevention plans Other job-related duties as assigned by your manager   Job 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 Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Excellent organization and communication skills Flexible and team-oriented Proactive and takes initiative Willingness to learn and grow Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience   Fellows Program Requirements  Value global ministry At least 18 years old Learner attitude Collaborative   Preferred Majors include Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, and Emergency Management  Please review the further information about JAARS Fellows on the website which will be linked after you click "External Application". The application is a link at the bottom of the webpage. More information on the Fellowship is available at www.jaars.org/fellows .
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Dec 02, 2019
Operations Manager Featured
Do you have experience in seeing the overall picture and then working through all aspects of what a project needs? Do you have a well-rounded maintenance or construction background? We need you to help us maintain and operate our property, its facilities, and maintenance operations by using your skills in planning, fee structures, and determining our equipment and supply needs. Brief Description Oversee the facilities operations and maintenance needs for JAARS buildings and equipment. 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  Responsibilities Guide and manage the development of center projects Identify project specifications, estimate costs, and determine required equipment and supplies Oversee the fee structure for maintenance operations Bill out materials used, quantity, and costs Purchase and dispose of equipment Coordinate licensing, insurance, and registration of equipment Represent the director at meetings as requested Assist Mission Teams with group projects when available Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience HS diploma or equivalent Well-rounded maintenance background Construction experience is a plus Management experience helpful Good MS Office skills and familiarity with Google applications Experience in the business field preferred but not necessary JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Dec 02, 2019
Maintenance Supervisor Featured
Are you skilled in a variety of maintenance trade areas and do you enjoy leading teams to accomplish projects? If so, JAARS is seeking a full-time Maintenance Supervisor to lead our Maintenance department on a 500+ acre campus with over 60 buildings. This position is available for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support. The Maintenance Supervisor will supervise a maintenance team and perform maintenance work to ensure JAARS operations continue to run smoothly and safely. This will include ensuring proper equipment is used, appropriate safety procedures are followed, and needed resources and supplies are available. 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  Responsibilities Supervise a team of maintenance technicians Perform maintenance around the JAARS campus Schedule and assign work orders and job duties and monitor performance to specified standards Provide documentation, convey information, and coordinate the work to complete projects Collaborate with site personnel, other tradesmen, and subcontractors Requisition repairs of building utility systems Schedule preventative maintenance of equipment and facilities Maintain heating and cooling units and fire protection systems Ensure that proper safety protocol is being followed Encourage staff development of additional trade skills and abilities Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Well-rounded maintenance background Specific skills in a trade preferred Some management experience helpful Ability to lead and guide other maintenance workers in planning and managing projects JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation 
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Nov 27, 2019
Gift Shop Procurement Coordinator Featured
Do you have a gift for retail? Do you love buying and selling unique merchandise, and caring for people? Are you interested in a way to do that AND impact the world for eternity? Our merchandise assortment ranges from handmade crafts, clothing and jewelry—much of it from overseas—to books, cards, videos and more. All are thoughtfully selected to provide guests and staff with mementos of the work here at JAARS and the mission of providing every person on earth with Scripture in the language they understand best—their  heart language. For a half-time (20 hrs.) volunteer or a staff person who raises support Able to work in the US Responsibilities Administer the financial functions of purchasing, inventorying, pricing, and paying of invoices for merchandise, supplies, and DaySpring greeting cards Monitor and close out cash register sales; resolve discrepancies; prepare, reconcile, and record cash receipts for deposit; and prepare sales reports Oversee the operation of the credit card reader, and member and department sales invoices Prepare and implement the approved annual budget Maintain inventory of display and sales supplies Determine the overall gift shop goals in cooperation with the crafts and display coordinator and department supervisors Recruit, train, schedule, and conduct clerk performance reviews Cover clerk duties in their absence Provide support to JAARS online gift shop Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience High school diploma or GED or a combination of retail experience and education Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Good customer service and supervisory skills Ability to learn cash management principles and/or procedures  JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.  JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation  
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, North Carolina Part time
Nov 18, 2019
Director of Human Resources Featured
Do you have management and people skills? Have you ever designed and measured the effectiveness of a service or program? Are you experienced with HR issues and compliance requirements? Are you good at evaluating skills and personal traits to help assign staff to appropriate positions? Become part of the People team that works with staff to help JAARS succeed in making Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. Brief Description Provide leadership to HR Operations on the JAARS Center. A paid full-time (1.0 FTE) position Must be a US citizen or green card holder to apply Responsibilities Design, implement, and measure the effectiveness of HR staffing services on the center Aid in monitoring the effectiveness of current HR processes and propose needed changes and additions Oversee the staffing needs and effectively communicate those internally and externally Update the screening processes for all staff (paid, seconded, and volunteer) Assign new staff or changes of assignment in consultation with appropriate personnel and department heads Implement workforce planning Send out invitation letters and oversee onboarding and offboarding of staff Assign access to HR databases Approve all employment offer and invitation letters Manage performance management and review policies Assist managers in successfully supervising their staff Ensure organizational and regulatory HR compliance Manage all HR department budgets Handle staff disciplinary matters in accordance with the Staff Handbook Serve on the Directors Leadership Team Additional responsibilities may be delegated by the VP of People   Skills Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, as well as good interpersonal skills Have strong organizational, analytical and management capabilities—able to lead demonstrable stewardship of all JAARS resources: people, time, money Be a servant leader, balancing expertise with humility Be a strategic thinker, able to apply innovative ideas and stretch organizational thinking Show that you are a person of character and conviction, with the ability to lead and motivate your team and influence others through godly character   Experience and Education Demonstrated expertise and relevant experience in human resource management Five plus years of HR Management experience A bachelor’s degree, preferably related to HR Management Membership in national and local SHRM preferred HR Certification preferred (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP or SPHR, PHR) JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.  JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Nov 18, 2019
Multi-Generational Engagement Assistant Director Featured
Do you have a passion for missions and getting others involved in Kingdom work? Do you enjoy working with multiple age groups in God’s outdoor creation? Become a part of impacting lives! As a CrossVenture team member, create, and lead programs that engage teens and adults in purposeful, well-planned activities as they grow spiritually and discover opportunities to serve. You’ll guide attendees as they live in primitive conditions in our “Woods” area, as they experience how aircraft, boats, and media are used to support Bible translation. It’s fun, engaging, and memorable. Brief Description Assist the Multi-Generational Engagement (MGE) Director with development and implementation of initiatives to engage demographically diverse audiences in the task of Bible translation. For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in US Responsibilities Assist in the development and implementation of new multi-generational programs Help develop CrossVenture program outlines and marketing plans Assist with program messaging, promotion, and growth Staff the program and food teams Lead groups through programs Education and Experience Desired High school graduate Two years cross-cultural experience and two years student ministry experience preferred Program development and marketing experience helpful Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills, including individual and group presentations, in person, and by phone Outgoing and collaborative personality Well-developed balance of goal orientation and sensitivity to people Self-directed, problem solving, high ownership mentality Creative, flexible, and proactive approach to planning and implementation Microsoft Office proficiency (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Oct 31, 2019
Mission Team Manager Assistant Featured
Do you enjoy working with people of various ages and abilities in buildings/grounds maintenance, construction and landscaping? Do you have repair, construction, or maintenance experience? Work with week long volunteer mission teams to facilitate the projects they choose to do, all the way from start to completion. Help inspire others to see how their service is making Bible translation possible. Brief Description Coordinate the preparation and projects for weeklong visiting volunteer Mission Teams from churches and schools. For half-time volunteer or staff person  who raises support  Able to work in the US Responsibilities Prepare cost and time estimates for projects for Ministry Teams.  Plan and coordinate materials and staffing for each project. Manage the work performed by Ministry Teams. Ensure appropriate safety procedures and maintenance standards are followed. Work on day-to-day facilities maintenance tasks and projects when not planning for or working with a team. Report to administration. Requirements and Experience Desired General maintenance, construction, and estimation experience. Good public relations and communication skills. High school diploma or equivalent. Two or more years’ experience in basic management skills. JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, North Carolina, USA Part time
Oct 25, 2019
Purchasing Associate Featured
Purchasing Associate 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. 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 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 Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS A high school diploma or equivalent, with an A.A. degree in accounting or purchasing preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills with attention to details Understand and respect multicultural management dynamics Competent computing skills, including but not limited to, G-Suite and Netsuite software Must be able to work in the US For a full-time volunteer or a non-paid career staff who raises support  
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Aug 21, 2019
Senior Financial Analyst/Specialist Featured
We are looking for people to serve as a Senior Financial Analyst; primarily performs financial planning, analysis and projections and makes resultant recommendations; analyzes financial status by collecting, monitoring, and studying data; forecasts expenditures to establish cost structures and determine capital budgeting for projects in support of senior leadership; leverage strong accounting and compliance backgrounds to explore historical financial data, predict future results and drive process and policy improvements. For a full-time volunteer or a non-paid career staff who raises support. Responsibilities Maintain consistency across various financial models including data related to key items in the income statement and balance sheet. Maintain sophisticated queries. This requires extracting data as well as checking and reconciling output. Prepare reports and projections based on analysis. Gather and report performance metrics for the month. Evaluate current capital expenditures and depreciation. Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth. Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively.   Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Management Information Systems, Economics or related field. Professional certification helpful. MBA preferred. Experience  4+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Audit or Statistical Report and or sufficient experience to demonstrate competencies. Experience supporting global organizations and teams. It is recognized that the desired experience may have to be gained as on-the-job learning and from equivalent life experience. JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All        Serve in Love     Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Aug 19, 2019
Aviation Vision Trip Coordinator Featured
Do you have a passion to see young people involved in spreading the Gospel? Do you enjoy travel and adventure, being right in the middle of the action?   Helping young people connect the dots between aviation and Bible translation is best done with a firsthand look. As the Aviation Vision Trip Coordinator you will be playing a vital role in recruiting the next generation of mission aviators. Brief Description Plan, coordinate, and/or accompany students on missions aviation vision trips, both overseas and to the JAARS campus. For a full time volunteer or a non-paid, career staff who raises support Must be a US citizen or green card holder to apply   Responsibilities Coordinate aviation internship programs with colleges and universities Coordinate and communicate with aviation field programs as vision trips and internships take place Be available to escort groups of students, as well as conduct training and debrief sessions, on vision trips Travel to aviation colleges, universities, and aviation events for recruiting purposes Connect with and maintain communication with potential recruits Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively   Skills Good communication Good organization and leadership An interest in both young people and recruiting Able to use computer software Education and Experience Associates Degree or higher Cross-cultural and/or field experience Be familiar with current international travel requirements Recruiting, mobilizing, and marketing background desirable JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Jul 23, 2019
Sea Freight Shipping Coordinator Featured
We are looking for someone to provide leadership and supervision for our JAARS Sea Freight Shipping office in Waxhaw, North Carolina. This job provides a vital service for our worldwide operations. Position Description This person manages the JAARS Sea Freight Shipping department. This involves receiving, packing, and crating goods for outbound sea freight shipments around the world, as well as receiving inbound sea freight shipments from various locations around the world, and handling the shipment of goods to final destinations in the USA by land or air. This full-time position is for a volunteer or a career staff person who raises support Position Responsibilities Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth. Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively. Export Advise Wycliffe members, field offices and partner organizations how to export purchased goods and/or personal effects the most economical way. Communicate with members and field offices by phone, email, and text about shipping requirements in general and to certain destinations in particular. Process vendor drop-shipments and repack and label goods. Communicate with members about the goods they have ordered to be drop-shipped to the warehouse. Build and pack shipping crates. Know about dangerous goods regulations, recognize dangerous goods and how to prepare and ship dangerous goods by sea freight (Training and Certification will be provided by JAARS). Know about export regulation for vehicles (cars, trucks, motorbikes, boats, and aircraft). Communicate and collaborate with other JAARS departments about shipping vehicles and aircraft. Load sea cargo containers, using forklifts and man-power. Secure cargo to prevent damage while container is in transit. Communicate with shipping agencies and trucking companies to secure economical rate quotes. Prepare export documents and communicate with members and field offices about shipment details. Authorize vendor invoices for payment. Compile expense summaries to allow accounting to bill members and field offices. Import Provide assistance to Wycliffe members, field offices and partner organizations to import personal effects, aviation parts, printed material by sea or air freight. Communicate with clearing agencies to clear cargo from sea or airports thru US Customs to our warehouse. Offload cargo from containers, using forklifts and man-power. Arrange trucking of cargo to owners’ addresses. Authorize vendor invoices for payment. Compile expense summaries to allow accounting to bill members and field offices. Position Knowledge Skills and Attitudes Competency Basic management skills. Good interpersonal relations. Good written and verbal communication skills. Able to use computers with skills in programs like Outlook, Excel, Google Drive, etc. Handy with basic woodworking tools, both hand and power. Must be able to use these tools and equipment: Table saw, panel saw, portable circular saw, chop saw, drill motors (cordless and air), air nail and staple guns, common hand tools, and be able to drive Forklifts (Max capacity 5,500 lbs.) – (Training and certification provided by JAARS). Practices a learning attitude and creative tolerance with differences while offering training and mentoring to those supervised or less skilled. Education High School education or equivalent. Prefer a minimum two-year post high school or technical school training. Experience Several years of supervisory work. Forklift certification preferred. End user computer skills using mainly Microsoft and Google applications. Basic carpentry/handyman skills. Operates power tools and forklift. JAARS vision, mission, core values, and what we believe
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
May 29, 2019
Human Resources Administrative Assistant Featured
This position is for 20-40 hours per week, for a volunteer, or a staff person who raises support. Responsibilities Basic receptionist duties Ensure that visitors and callers to the HR Department are greeted and directed to the appropriate person in HR for support or guidance Provide administrative support to JAARS HR Recruiters in all recruiting strategies and tactics Be trained on and oversee all of the required onboarding paperwork for new staff, including issuance of ID and facility access badges Establish and maintain legally-sound job files for all recruitment activity, ensuring that all HR files are properly maintained and expunged as required Provide general administrative support to the JAARS HR Department, as required Requirements A dedicated Christian with a demonstrated ongoing walk with Jesus, along with a commitment and ability to role-model JAARS Values and Policies Excellent organization and communication skills with all levels of staff; a flexible, team-oriented professional with a willingness and readiness to provide administrative support for all recruiting and onboarding aspects of JAARS Internship Program, with a long-term interest in JAARS future recruiting initiatives A proactive, efficient, can-do, goal-oriented work style that can negotiate, yet also quickly adapt to ever-changing HR priorities; comfortable with periodic interruptions based on needs and requests Ability or willingness to learn HR consultation to managers on all aspects of recruitment: position description design, sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation to external hires and JAARS internal transfer invitation process Proven skills and experience in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) Preferred (Not required) – Google email, calendars, forms. Preferred Google Suite, including email, calendars, docs, Drive, forms Knowledge of and stay concurrent with employment law to ensure compliance with JAARS commitment to EEO policies Experience with or willingness to learn JAARS unique Talent Acquisition strategies and goals JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.  JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time