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Hammer & NER

Hammer Travel Trip Leader

Wayzata, MN · On-site

$18/hr

Strong commitment to the organization's mission. * Trip leaders must have either worked at Hammer & NER, for at least 6 months or have 1-year experience working with individuals with IDD. * Have ...

Lakepointe Church

Regional Missions Director

Forney, TX · On-site

This includes engaging with life groups, leading local serving initiatives, mission trip recruitment, and mission-led all-church events. The role requires an individual who can effectively recruit ...

Cedar Mill Bible Church

Youth Pastor

Portland, OR · On-site

Global Mission Trip * Summer: Christ In Youth (CIY) Conference Year B * Fall: Fall Retreat * Spring Break: Discipleship-Oriented Trip * Summer: City Camp (Local Mission Trip) Special Events * Unite ...

Cedar Mill Bible Church

Youth Pastor

Portland, OR · On-site

Global Mission Trip * Summer: Christ In Youth (CIY) Conference Year B * Fall: Fall Retreat * Spring Break: Discipleship-Oriented Trip * Summer: City Camp (Local Mission Trip) Special Events * Unite ...

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How much do mission trip jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for mission trip in the United States is $22.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the mission trip position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Mission Trip Coordinator role, you need strong organizational abilities, cross-cultural awareness, and often a background in ministry, social work, or international development. Familiarity with project management tools, international travel requirements, and occasionally certifications in first aid or language proficiency are valuable. Excellent communication, adaptability, and empathy are crucial soft skills for supporting participants and collaborating with local partners. These competencies help ensure the mission trip runs smoothly, fosters positive relationships, and achieves its outreach objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by mission trip coordinators, and how are they addressed?

Mission Trip Coordinators often encounter challenges such as adapting to unpredictable environments, managing logistics in unfamiliar locations, and navigating cultural differences. Addressing these requires strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Coordinators typically work closely with local hosts, volunteers, and support staff to identify solutions, adjust plans as needed, and ensure participants’ safety and well-being. By maintaining clear communication and contingency plans, coordinators can effectively overcome challenges and facilitate a meaningful mission experience.

What is a mission trip?

A Mission Trip job typically involves volunteering or working as part of a team to provide aid, support, or education in underserved communities, often through a religious or humanitarian organization. Responsibilities may include construction, medical assistance, teaching, or community outreach. These trips are designed to make a positive impact while fostering cultural exchange and personal growth. Participants usually raise funds or receive sponsorships to cover costs.

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Infographic showing various Mission Trip job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,320 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Ministry Trip Coordinator

Highlands College

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities:
The Ministry Trip Coordinator provides operational leadership and administrative support for Highlands College Ministry Trips, ensuring students are equipped to engage in meaningful cross-cultural ministry experiences. This role oversees mission trip systems, coordinates travel and logistics, coaches students through trip requirements, and partners with ministry leaders to execute each trip with excellence. Through proactive communication, strong organization, and a heart for developing leaders, the Ministry Trip Coordinator helps create transformative experiences that prepare students to strengthen local churches and fulfill the mission of training leaders for a global harvest.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Coach students and teammates through the mission trip process.
a. Answer questions about program details by learning and clearly explaining the process.
b. Equip students to complete trip requirements and meet expectations.
c. Assist with orientations, trainings, and ongoing student communication.
d. Provide encouragement, accountability, and timely follow-up throughout process.
2. Coordinate mission trip logistics and finances.
a. Arrange group travel including flights, ground transportation, accommodations, and travel insurance.
b. Coordinate with trip leaders, ministry partners, and vendors to support trip preparation and execution.
c. Work with the accounting team to monitor and manage trip budgets.
d. Coordinate and support student fundraising workshops, resources, and communication.
e. Remain available and on call during all active mission trips to support travel condition, emergencies, or time-
sensitive needs.
3. Manage mission trip systems and administrative processes.
a. Build and manage trips in Managed Missions by uploading dates, documents, tasks, and resources.
b. Track student progress through fundraising, paperwork, training, and required milestones.
c. Maintain accurate records of mission trip participants, documentation, and compliance requirements.
d. Provide administrative support to trip leaders and the Ministry Training team.
4. Ensure clear communication and successful follow-through.
a. Send timely emails updates, reminders, and resources to students, trip leaders, and ministry partners.
b. Monitor deadlines and proactively communicate next steps to ensure task completion.
c. Distribute and collect surveys and post-trip evaluations.
d. Recommend improvements to systems, processes, and communication based on student and trip leader
feedback.
Other Duties:
  • Affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle.

Leadership Requirements:
• May occasionally oversee student leaders in the mission trip process.
• Influences students by providing clear next steps, helpful tools, and encouragement.
• Plans, prioritizes, and communicates deadlines and tasks in advance.
Qualifications
Personal Characteristics:
  • Demonstrates a genuine interest in supporting others, coaching, and training to improve performance.
  • Remains calm and dependable under pressure.
  • Ability to remain resilient under pressure and effectively adapt to multiple demands, ambiguity, and rapid change.
  • Positive, solutions-oriented, and dependable.
  • Resilient when navigating details, timelines, and shifting priorities.
  • Encourages the contribution of others and takes their views into account.
  • Highly focused, self-started with an elevated level of energy and positive outlook.

Essential Traits:
  • Highly organized.
  • Process-driven.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Dependable and consistent.

Abilities & Skills:
  • Ability to self-motivate and make independent decisions.
  • Plans and coordinates multiple logistics and deadlines with excellence.
  • Coaches students through systems and helps them follow through.
  • Explains detailed processes and expectations clearly.
  • Manages budgets and systems with accuracy.
  • Comfortable with trip systems like Managed Missions or similar platforms.
  • Demonstrates cultural awareness and communicates clearly and respectfully with global ministry connections, adapting as needed to varying time zones, expectations, and communication styles.

Knowledge:
  • Understands the full structure of the Highlands College Ministry Trip program.
  • Understands the purpose of mission trips that prioritize church planting, leadership development, and partnership with local churches with a focus on the Great Commission.
  • Familiarity with a basic understanding of global missions, including unreached people groups, "when helping hurts" model of poverty relief, cross-cultural evangelism and outreach.
  • Knows how to monitor and reconcile budgets and financial records.
  • Familiar with basic group travel booking and coordination.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience in administration, project coordination, ministry, or logistics.

Experience:
  • 2+ years in administrative, student support, or event/logistics coordination role preferred.
  • Experience coordinating travel or large-scale group events is a plus.
  • Familiarity with student ministry or mission-based programs preferred.

Extent of Public Contact:
  • Medium to high: Regular contact with students, team, vendors, and ministry partners.

Physical Demands:
  • Good physical condition is required.
  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Occasional lifting of boxes (up to 30 lbs) for event or trip materials.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Direct Reports:
  • This position is not a team lead for any Highlands College teammates.

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