Job Openings

Find job openings for congregations and ministry partners within the synod on this page.

If you are interested in posting a job here, please read the guidelines and instructions at the bottom of this page.

Faith Formation & Family

Assistant in Ministry
Christ Lutheran Church, Byron
20-25 hours/week
Posted April 9, 2026

Christ Lutheran Church in Byron is seeking an Assistant in Ministry to work alongside our pastor in supporting the life of the congregation and helping people grow in faith and community. This is a paid position. We’re looking for someone grounded in Lutheran theology who has a heart for teaching, leadership, and building meaningful programs. This role includes helping coordinate Wednesday night ministries, leading the high school youth group, and supporting other youth activities. This person will also connect with young adults, building relationships and helping strengthen community both in person and online. There may also be opportunities to assist with parts of Sunday morning ministry.

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, we’d love to start a conversation. Pastor Jeremy can be contacted at pastorjeremy@clcbyron.org or you can call the church office at 507-775-6646.

 

Director of Ministry with Youth and Families
St. John's Lutheran Church, Northfield
Full-Times with Benefits
Posted March 6, 2026

St. John’s Lutheran Church is a Christian community committed to integrating youth and families into the
life and ministry of our congregation. We are looking for someone who feels called to provide leadership for a developing, growing ministry serving youth and families in a forward-thinking, constantly changing, team-oriented environment. Job Description can be found at: https://stjohnsnorthfield.org/files/2026-Youth-Ministry-SJ-JOB-DESCRIPTION-Final.pdf. Applications will be reviewed starting March 30th. Please apply by reaching out to Pastor Jonathan Davis - jdavis@stjohsnorthfield.org.

 

Director of Senior High Ministries
Trinity Lutheran Church, Owatonna
Full Time
Posted February 19, 2026

Trinity Lutheran Church in Owatonna, Minnesota is calling an individual to serve as our Director of Senior High Ministries. Trinity is a vibrant, growing congregation that cares deeply about belonging, relationships, and helping young people grow in faith. Our high school students are engaged, thoughtful, and eager for authentic connection, and we are looking for someone who feels called to walk alongside them as they explore life, faith, and who God created them to be.

This role is centered on building relationships, mentoring students, and creating spaces where young people feel known, supported, and encouraged. You would be joining a supportive staff team and a congregation that believes deeply in investing in the next generation. Consider whether you or someone you know might be called to serve in this meaningful ministry.

Application Deadline:  April 1. To apply, send an email with a cover letter and resume to Pastor Todd Buegler at ToddB@tlcowatonna.org. More information, including a position description, is available at tlcowatonna.org/employment.

 

Mission & Outreach

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Office & Support

Administrative and Communications Manager
Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Rochester
32 hours/week
Posted April 9, 2026

Responsibilities include: Answer phones; Welcome congregants and visitors to office; responding to inquiries; direct inquiries to other staff in timely fashion; Manage all digital and print communications to the congregation, staff, and greater community. See the full job description here for more information. To apply, send a resume to Scott Moon at moon.scott.f@gmail.com.

 

Music and Worship

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Outside of the Synod

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Job Listing Guidelines and Instructions:

Only ELCA or ELCA-affiliated organizations are eligible to list job openings on this website. Congregational openings are restricted to ELCA congregations in the Southeastern Minnesota Synod. Ministry partners (colleges, seminaries, camps, etc.) outside of the synod may be published at our discretion. Pastoral openings may not be submitted.

Please include the following information:

  • Your church or organization name
  • Position title
  • Number of hours (e.g. part-time, full-time, 20 hours a week, etc.)
  • Brief job description (50 words or less) and/or method of getting a full job description
  • Application deadline
  • Instructions on how to apply (i.e. church contact information, link to a website with the application process, etc.)

Please send the above information to the Director of Communications, Ashley Corbett.

*You are responsible for notifying the synod office when the position should be taken off the site. If no other instructions are provided, the listing will be taken off after the application deadline has lapsed or after 30 days if no deadline is given.

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