PERSONNEL TASK FORCE

MISSION
To facilitate communications and concerns between the Council and the staff, encourage harmony between staff and members, and promote quality and satisfaction in the performance of this church's varied tasks.

MEMBERSHIP
The task force will consist of the personnel chairperson, the council president, the pastor(s), the chairperson of the relevant committee or task force, and other members as determined by the persons above.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct annual performance interviews with staff.
• Negotiate and review job descriptions and benefits.
• Convey the support and appreciation of the congregation.
• Decisions regarding hiring and terminating will involve the personnel chairperson, council president, pastor(s), and appropriate committee/task force representatives.

TIME COMMITMENT
The term of service of the chairperson will normally be 3 years, renewable. Other representatives (such as council president and committee/task force members) will serve as needed during their terms of service.

ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING

• The chairperson, and others as needed, will provide reporting of its work and recommendations to the Congregation Council.
• The chairperson will prepare a written report for the annual congregational meeting.
• The task force will work with the Finance Committee to submit an annual budget request on behalf of employees.