The following are job opportunities available at congregations and ministry partners throughout the South Dakota Synod. If you would like to add a job opening to the list, please email it to news@sdsynod.org.
Job Postings
Faith Formation Coordinator – First Lutheran Church, Mitchell
First Lutheran Church of Mitchell, SD, is seeking a vibrant, caring, and collaborative leader to serve as our part-time Faith Formation Coordinator for ages pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. This person will provide leadership in welcoming, supporting, equipping, and encouraging youth and their families as they grow in faith. Responsibilities include planning curriculum and activities for our Wednesday night Journey with Jesus program, organizing our summer ministry programs, and assisting with various faith milestones as needed. Hours per week: 12-18 (with some flexibility). For additional information and application, contact Pastor Scott Munger – (605) 996-7706 or scott@mitchellfirstlutheran.org.
Communications Director – Peace Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls
The Communications Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive communications strategy that supports the mission and ministries of the church. This role ensures consistent, engaging, and effective messaging across all platforms, both internally and externally, while maintaining brand integrity and fostering community engagement. The Communications Director will be instrumental in telling the story of Peace Lutheran Church. Find out more information, including application instructions, at the Peace Lutheran website.
Worship Coordinator – Ascension Lutheran Church, Brookings.
The Worship Coordinator at Ascension Lutheran is responsible for coordinating the worship ministries in a way that is spiritually enriching, technically excellent, and community-oriented. This position plays a vital role in connecting worship across different groups and age levels, ensuring that all aspects of worship and ministry reflect Ascension’s mission and values. For more information, including application instructions, download the full job description.
Assistant to the Faith Generation Coordinator – Ascension Lutheran Church, Brookings.
The Assistant to Cross+Generational Ministries provides essential support to the children’s and youth ministries—collectively known as “Faith Generation.” This role includes both administrative and hands-on responsibilities, helping ensure weekly programs, events, and activities run smoothly and reflect the church’s mission to grow disciples across generations. For more information, including application instructions, download the full job description.
Choir Director – Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer, Watertown
Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer seeks a Praise & Rejoice Choir Director (Sept–May, stipend). Lead rehearsals, select music (traditional & contemporary), direct performances, and help grow our music ministry. Must have conducting skills, musical versatility, strong communication, and a positive attitude. Position Description and Application can be found on our website https://www.
Worship Accompanist – Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls
Holy Cross is seeking a Worship Accompanist to lead congregational singing from the piano at our 8:30am Sunday service that utilizes the ELW. There is further potential to join our team in the worship planning process and coordinate other music opportunities such as bell choir and soloists if the candidate is interested. For more information and application instructions, please email Pastor Lando Anderson (lando@
Business Manager – Peace Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls
The Business Manager plays a key role in supporting the mission and ministries of Peace Lutheran Church by leading the church’s financial and business operations. This individual ensures responsible financial stewardship, promotes efficient administrative systems, and partners with ministry leaders to align business practices with the overall vision of the church. The Business Manager collaborates closely with the Office/Human Resource Manager and serves as a trusted advisor to the Lead Pastor, Church Council, and other ministry leaders. Download a full job description, including application instructions, here.
Hospice Chaplain – Avera at Home, Sioux Falls
Accountable to minister to the spiritual and emotional needs of the patient/family/residents and staff. This role is responsible for collaborating with peers, fellow employees, and leaders, using theological and clinical training to help patients, families, and staff members cope with illness, trauma, death, and loss more effectively. The Chaplain will assess the patient’s spiritual practices/values and assist in accommodating and integrating these values into the patient’s medical plan of care and will communicate the spiritual assessment results as needed to the patient’s interdisciplinary health care team all while maintaining an atmosphere of Christian, patient-centered care at Avera. Find out more and apply here. Email Rev. Kari Sansgaard at Kari.Sansgaard@avera.org with any questions.
As the Associate Director of Spiritual Care at Dow Rummel Village (DRV), this position provides support to and works with the Director of Spiritual Care (Director) to implement the Spiritual Care Program, ensuring that the well-being of residents, families, and employees are met through physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual support during times of transition, stress, grief, and loss. This position is integral in supporting the Director to foster a safe and supportive environment where individuals of diverse faiths and cultural backgrounds are invited to participate in the Spiritual Care Program, and DRV in its mission and vision. Find out more and apply on the DRV website.
Youth Director – Zion Lutheran Church, Garretson
Zion Lutheran Church in Garretson is seeking a part-time opening for someone who is passionate and dedicated to lead and inspire its youth program. They are looking for someone with a strong background in mentoring, leading, and engaging with children and young adults. Their youth group (grades 6-12) meets on Wednesday nights. The position is for 10-20 hours per week with flexibility as needed. For more information and application instructions, call the Zion Lutheran Office at 605-594-3989.
Campus Ministry Director – Black Hills State University LuMin, Spearfish
The board of Lutheran Campus Ministries at Black Hills State University is seeking a part-time, salaried Campus Ministry Director. Responsibilities include: growing students knowledge of the Christian Faith according to Lutheran Theology, connecting to students via social media/advertising/gathering, and Program and Financial Development of Campus Ministry. Download a full job description here. To apply, contact boardlcm1@gmail.com.
Outside the Synod
Shared Campus and Fusion Youth Ministry Director – Lutheran Campus Ministry – Morris and Fusion Youth Ministry, Morris, MN
Shared Campus and Fusion Ministry Director: The Director will build Christian community with 6-12th graders, students, adult leaders, community members, clergy, and congregations in the area. The Director will plan and lead events, coordinate volunteers, and oversee the ministry goals of Lutheran Campus Ministry of Morris and Fusion Youth Ministry. These ministries will focus on the love of Jesus Christ expressed in relationships, community, and shared life. Download a full job description with application instructions here.
Youth Director – First English and Zion Lutheran Church, Ortonville, MN
Are you passionate about guiding young hearts and minds in their faith journey? First English and Zion Lutheran Churches are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Children and Youth Program Leader to join their family of faith!
As part of their mission to grow as one family of faith, you’ll be instrumental in coordinating and facilitating spiritual formation programs and leadership development for our children, youth, and their families. This role involves nurturing faith and fostering community through engaging activities.
This is a part-time position, generally 20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule that primarily includes Wednesday evening and weekends to accommodate youth activities.
Make a difference in the life of young people, contact the Pastor at First English Lutheran Church, 9 Third Street NW, Ortonville, MN, or Pastor@firstenglish.net, to learn more and submit your resume!