Job Opportunities

If you’re looking for purpose in addition to a paycheck, join us in ministry at The Union Mission!

Our team is Caring Like Christ for some of South Hampton Roads’ most vulnerable neighbors: those experiencing homelessness. As a Union Mission staff member, your work is an investment in changing individual lives and our community for the better, both for tomorrow and for eternity!

In accordance with Scriptural principles, and with state and national law, The Union Mission Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek the men and women best suited to each position based on their education, training, and experience. We conduct all recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and termination procedures without respect to race, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

As a Christian religious nonprofit ministry, The Union Mission hires only candidates who are growing Christians who can clearly communicate the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others. Some positions require various days, evenings, and/or weekends.

Leadership Opportunities

The Union Mission has a rare opportunity for two well-qualified candidates to fill key servant-leadership positions at our ministry. The Union Mission welcomes both internal and external applicants for these important roles.

Angie Criner, president of Career Cross Training, LLC, is coordinating the executive search for these two openings. Candidates for either position may begin the application process by forwarding a letter of interest, salary expectations, resume, and any supporting documents to her attention at CareerCrossTraining@gmail.com.  

Senior Director of Programs

SUMMARY: Provide direction and leadership to the programs and the associated support operations of The Union Mission to establish and achieve outcomes and goals in fulfillment of the ministry’s mission statement, vision, and core values. Stay current and informed as to the needs of the poor, homeless, mentally ill, needy, and addicted persons we serve, and facilitate the provision of appropriate programming or services to meet those needs. Direct reports include the Men’s Ministry Director, the Women’s Ministry Director, the Director of Program Support Operations, and the Wellness Director. Responsible for departmental staff, programs, content, processes, and activities. Establish and/or sustain quality, comprehensive programming within a Christ-honoring environment. Proactively cultivate relationships within the greater community to foster support and collaboration benefitting The Union Mission and those we serve. This position serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

The full job description and required/desired qualifications and experience are available for download by clicking the position title link.

Director of Program Support Operations

SUMMARY: Provide direction and leadership to the area of program support operations, which currently include Food Services, Housekeeping/Janitorial, and Security. Work collaboratively with respective Program / Operations Leadership Team to fulfill defined goals in alignment with The Union Mission purpose and strategic plan. Directly supervise and manage department staff to include scheduling, hiring, training, evaluating, and professional development/training. Ensure that all aspects of Program Support Operations are Christ-honoring and provide outstanding support and services to our programs and those we serve in the community.

The full job description and required/desired qualifications and experience are available for download by clicking the position title link.

Open Staff Positions

Click on any job title link to apply now.

Or email your cover letter and resume to Kathy Vaughan.

Only applications or emails containing a resume (attachment or link) will be considered. 

Shelter Staff Openings

Full-time Shelter Manager, Evening Shift, Bashford Men’s Shelter

– Full-time, 3–11 p.m., some weekend hours may be required.
– Key responsibilities: Oversee the activities, safety, and well-being of emergency shelter guests, program participants, and day services guests in the Bashford Men’s Shelter, as well as visitors, volunteers, and resource providers; provide guidance, assistance, and direct supervision for same. Assist with other shelter operations (i.e., kitchen, volunteers, programs with community partners)
– Must be able to: apply demonstrate biblically appropriate responses and assistance in difficult or crisis situations; advise staff of and advocate for individual guests’ needs for physical, emotional, and/or spiritual support; demonstrate Christlike behaviors and attitudes and communicate the Gospel clearly as opportunities arise.
– Ideal candidates will have exceptional hospitality skills, balancing compliance with Christian compassion; be able to work independently and as part of a team; exercise good discernment; and demonstrate strong documentation and communication skills.
– 1 year of experience working with men experiencing homelessness, co-occurring disorders, and/or associated conditions, or in a comparable fast-paced customer service or managerial role.
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required, college or advanced degrees welcomed.
– Male only

Part-time Shelter Manager, Evening Shift, Bashford Men’s Shelter

– Part-time (up to 32 hours), 3–11 p.m., some weekend hours may be required.
– Key responsibilities: Oversee the activities, safety, and well-being of emergency shelter guests, program participants, and day services guests in the Bashford Men’s Shelter, as well as visitors, volunteers, and resource providers; provide guidance, assistance, and direct supervision for same. Assist with other shelter operations (i.e., kitchen, volunteers, programs with community partners)
– Must be able to: apply demonstrate biblically appropriate responses and assistance in difficult or crisis situations; advise staff of and advocate for individual guests’ needs for physical, emotional, and/or spiritual support; demonstrate Christlike behaviors and attitudes and communicate the Gospel clearly as opportunities arise.
– Ideal candidates will have exceptional hospitality skills, balancing compliance with Christian compassion; be able to work independently and as part of a team; exercise good discernment; and demonstrate strong documentation and communication skills.
– 1 year of experience working with men experiencing homelessness, co-occurring disorders, and/or associated conditions, or in a comparable fast-paced customer service or managerial role.
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required, college or advanced degrees welcomed.
– Male only

Full-time Shelter Manager, Overnight Shift, Bashford Men’s Shelter

– Full-time, 11 p.m.–7 a.m., some weekend hours may be required.
– Key responsibilities: Oversee the activities, safety, and well-being of emergency shelter guests, program participants, and day services guests in the Bashford Men’s Shelter, as well as visitors, volunteers, and resource providers; provide guidance, assistance, and direct supervision for same. Assist with other shelter operations (i.e., kitchen, volunteers, programs with community partners)
– Must be able to: apply demonstrate biblically appropriate responses and assistance in difficult or crisis situations; advise staff of and advocate for individual guests’ needs for physical, emotional, and/or spiritual support; demonstrate Christlike behaviors and attitudes and communicate the Gospel clearly as opportunities arise.
– Ideal candidates will have exceptional hospitality skills, balancing compliance with Christian compassion; be able to work independently and as part of a team; exercise good discernment; and demonstrate strong documentation and communication skills.
– 1 year of experience working with men experiencing homelessness, co-occurring disorders, and/or associated conditions, or in a comparable fast-paced customer service or managerial role.
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required, college or advanced degrees welcomed.
– Male only

Part-time Shelter Manager, Overnight Shift, Bashford Men’s Shelter

– Part-time (up to 32 hours), 11 p.m.–7 a.m., some weekend hours may be required.
– Key responsibilities: Oversee the activities, safety, and well-being of emergency shelter guests, program participants, and day services guests in the Bashford Men’s Shelter, as well as visitors, volunteers, and resource providers; provide guidance, assistance, and direct supervision for same. Assist with other shelter operations (i.e., kitchen, volunteers, programs with community partners)
– Must be able to: apply demonstrate biblically appropriate responses and assistance in difficult or crisis situations; advise staff of and advocate for individual guests’ needs for physical, emotional, and/or spiritual support; demonstrate Christlike behaviors and attitudes and communicate the Gospel clearly as opportunities arise.
– Ideal candidates will have exceptional hospitality skills, balancing compliance with Christian compassion; be able to work independently and as part of a team; exercise good discernment; and demonstrate strong documentation and communication skills.
– 1 year of experience working with men experiencing homelessness, co-occurring disorders, and/or associated conditions, or in a comparable fast-paced customer service or managerial role.
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required, college or advanced degrees welcomed.
– Male only

Full-time Shelter Manager, Day Shift, Women’s Shelter

– Full-time, nights and weekends may vary, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
– Assures that our guests have a safe and supportive environment, following all shelter protocols
– Duties include oversight of daily schedule and activities, laundry, showers, guests’ assigned tasks, dorm inspections, and occasional Bible study leadership.
– Ideal candidates will have the ability to multitask, exercise good discernment and confidentiality, be able to work independently and as part of a team, serve meals, and have a heart to serve women experiencing homelessness and related trauma
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required
– 2 years experience working in a service-oriented field required. Experience in ministry or praying with others preferred.
– Female only

Full-time Shelter Manager, Overnight Shift, Women’s Shelter

– Full-time, nights and weekends may vary, 11 p.m.–7 a.m.
– Assures that our guests have a safe and supportive environment, following all shelter protocols
– Ideal candidates will have the ability to multitask, exercise good discernment and confidentiality, work independently and as part of a team, set up breakfast, and have a heart to serve women experiencing homelessness and related trauma
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required
– 2 years experience working in a service-oriented field required. Experience in ministry or praying with others preferred.
– Female only

Part-time Shelter Manager, Overnight Shift, Women’s Shelter

– Part-time, nights and weekends may vary, 11 p.m.–7 a.m.
– Assures that our guests have a safe and supportive environment, following all shelter protocols
– Ideal candidates will have the ability to multitask, exercise good discernment and confidentiality, work independently and as part of a team, set up breakfast, and have a heart to serve women experiencing homelessness and related trauma
– High school graduate or equivalent GED required
– 2 years experience working in a service-oriented field required. Experience in ministry or praying with others preferred.
– Female only

Full-time Operations Staff, Women’s Shelter Building

– Full-time, generally early daytime hours, including some weekends. Part-time may be a possibility as well.
– Assures that the shelter building that houses our female guests and sometimes children remains clean, safely maintained, and well-supplied
– Responsibilities include professional-level cleaning, bed and bath laundry services, indoor and outdoor safety maintenance
– Required: 2 years of experience in commercial housekeeping/cleaning and/or a hospitality industry
– Good documentation, communication, and conflict resolution skills, as well as a heart to serve as part of a caring shelter team
– Female only

Support Staff Openings

Gift Processor, Development Department

– Full-time, M–F, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Donor Services Team. Seasonal (September through February) to start.
– Help make ministry possible with the timely, accurate processing and acknowledgement of donors’ financial gifts
– Process mailed and digital gifts, properly coding to correct appeals; maintain most accurate information in donor records with regular updates.
– Ideal candidates will have strong computer, problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal communications skills.
– Must be a motivated team player with good attention to detail.
– Experience with finances and/or customer relations management databases preferred.
– Consistent ability to work through the busy fall/end-of-year giving season preferred.

Grants Administrator and Project Manager, Development Department

– Full-time, M–F, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on site in the Overton Center
– Conducts prospect and program research, gathers facts, creates supporting narratives, and prepares reports, and tracks grant proposals to secure financial support for The Union Mission and its programs for persons experiencing homelessness. Helps steward and strengthen funder relationships.
– Duties include managing a portfolio of grants by private and corporate foundations and other donors to The Union Mission and its ministries and programs.
– Ideal candidate will be analytical, incredibly organized, detail-oriented, a strong writer and verbal communicator, and a quick learner. Ability to manage and meet multiple project deadlines, provide proper documentation, and maintain confidentiality a must.
– Proficiency in computer, CRM databases, prospect research, and budgeting skills required.
– Understanding of issues such as homelessness, addiction, mental illness, and trauma-informed care a definite plus.
– At least 1 to 3 years of relevant grant writing, project management, and/or development/advancement experience required.
– Bachelor’s degree in related field required.

CRM Database and Reporting Coordinator, Development Department

– Full-time, M–F, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on site in the Overton Center
– Supports the Donor Relations and Donor Services teams by conducting regular custom relations management database hygiene and reports, with the goal of assuring accurate processing and reporting of financial gifts to the ministry, as well as providing excellent customer service to donor.
– Duties include monthly and quarterly reporting, updating donor contact information and donor prospect records, working as key team member in establishing best practices and procedures for maintaining and enhancing database, and supporting donor requests and donor thank you activities.
– Ideal candidate will be detail- and deadline-oriented, a clear but cordial communicator, able to maintain strict confidentiality, and able to work as a member of multiple project teams.
– Strong computer skills in data entry, word processing, and Excel a must. At least 1 year of work experience in fundraising/CRM database management, data analysis, and reporting/documentation required.
– Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Bookkeeper, Finance Department

– Full-time, M–F, on site
– Provides direct financial/administrative support for payable accounts and invoice processing, bank deposits, and annual audit documentation. Works under the supervision of the Business Manager and supports the Chief Financial Officer.
– Duties: Prepare and record all cash receipts and deposits. Ensure that payments and expenses are controlled in an efficient, timely, and accurate manner. Properly process all receivables. Reconcile entries for Donor Services reports related to daily deposits of funds. Receive and reconcile daily Thrift Store receipts. Track and record all gift-in-kind donations. Provide annual audit support.
– Ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, confidential, thorough, a good communicator and problem solver, and able to work both independently and as a member of a team.
– At least 3 years of work experience in bookkeeping or accounting required, preferably in a nonprofit environment. Solid understanding of bookkeeping/accounting principles and accounts payable functions is a must. Sage 50 business and accounting software experience is a definite plus.
– High school graduate or equivalency required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Retail Team Lead (Day Shift), Union Mission Thrift Store

– Full-time, Tuesday–Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on site, some flexibility required
– Assists the Thrift Store Director by providing leadership and oversight to all store employees and volunteers while promoting a courteous, professional relationship between workers and customers.
– Duties include opening and closing the Thrift Store, ensuring a clean, safe shopping and work environment, participating in staff and volunteer training, implementing best practices for accounting, record-keeping, donations, and merchandise selection and presentation.
– Ideal candidate will have demonstrated customer service, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
– Experience in retail and managerial operations required.
– High school education (or equivalent) at minimum.

Full job descriptions are available upon request to Kathy Vaughan.

 

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