Digital Director - Mariners Church

Mariners Church is a biblically-centered, non-denominational church located in Southern California focused on inspiring people to follow Jesus and fearlessly change the world. Mariners is listed as one of the top 20 largest churches in America by Outreach Magazine. We are a community of ordinary people from all walks of life courageously trusting God to do the extraordinary. Simply put, we trust God to do what we can’t—heal, transform, renew, forgive, provide and sustain. Through the redemption story of each believer, God is glorified, lives are changed and communities are impacted in a significant way. Come and be part of a new season of growth as Mariners Church responds to God’s call in launching new congregations.

The Digital Director leads a team of digital specialists to expand our audience and increase engagement for Mariners Church through the use of digital capabilities, including online, social media, digital media, mobile app, as well as a variety of digital applications and channels.  The Director leads the team to effectively collaborate with ministry partners to support church priorities, develops key processes, and partners in the development and management of a roadmap for key digital technologies. 

This position reports to the Communications Pastor on the Communications team. A full time position, the schedule is generally Monday-Friday.  This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

• Manages and develops a team of digital specialists including design, social media, development, and analytics to support overall communications objectives for Mariners Church
• Leads in the development of digital systems for our existing and new congregations and ministries to adopt and benefit from the use of technology while creating consistency in execution and experience.
• Manages and improves our digital properties and channels including design, functionality, performance and content offerings
• Leverages digital channels (owned and 3rd party), content, and platforms to grow Mariners Church’s overall reach.  This may include live streaming online church, online video programming, podcasts, social media (content & engagement), digital advertising, and growing communication channels
• Utilize digital capabilities to support the accomplishment of objectives, including growing congregations, supporting outreach programs, and helping to connect guests to established discipleship processes
• Lead in the development of digital analytics and reporting, including the production, communication and ongoing improvement of key performance dashboards
• Create and manage development processes for ministry digital projects to ensure high 

• Minimum 5 years experience leading digital communications teams including UX, Development team members, social media, as well as managing digital properties like Wordpress sites, mobile apps, etc. 
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in: Google Suite including Excel; Database/Newsletter systems like Rock RMS, MailChimp, Constant Contact; Social Media Scheduling Apps such as Sprouts and CRMs Sharpspring or similar
• Creative, flexible, detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects/deadlines successfully
• Strong written and oral communication; grammar, spelling, copyediting and proofreading 

All Mariners Church Staff:

• Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
• Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
• Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith and leadership commitment. 
• Attend Mariners Church.

We believe the total combination of your pay, benefits, and opportunities aligned with your calling will ensure that you and your family are provided for. The following items are just a sample of the things we offer for full-time employment:

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 403b Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off to serve
• Discounts at the Mariners Cafe and Bookstore
• Tuition discount for Mariners Church Preschool 
• Opportunity to attend ministry events and conferences
• Working alongside a community of supportive, like-minded believers