The Lakes Church

Associate Pastor

Full-Time · $40,000 - $75,000

Associate Pastor Job Description Job Overview Qualifications: A theological degree or equivalency from a recognized theological/pastoral training institution and minimum three years church staff experience. - Must be spiritually mature - Must be respectable with exemplary conduct - Must be able to preach and teach sound doctrine - Must be able to relate to and care for persons of different races/cultures and socio-economic backgrounds - Must be able to accept constructive criticism - Must be able to recognize and respect the culture of the Congregation - Must be willing to discuss all innovations with the Pastors and Elders before taking further steps General Responsibilities: The Associate Pastor will serve under the Lead Teaching Pastor to: - Provide supportive leadership in the area of preaching. - Provide pastoral care, leadership development, and assist with overseeing the overall spiritual health for the congregation. - Provide oversight and leadership of the Middle and High School Youth Ministries Job Description Specific Responsibilities Pastoral - Serves as preaching associate to the Pastor, preaching on Sunday on such other occasion as required by the Lead Teaching Pastor; - Assists in discipleship development; - Assists in providing ministry counseling to the church membership and members of the community. - Serves as a Marriage Officer for the congregation alongside other staff; - Provides pastoral care to the congregation, including home and hospital visits, funerals, and other opportunities for care. - Prays with church members and guests in times of need and as a part of the ongoing prayer efforts of the congregation. - Performs other duties as assigned by the Elders. Youth Ministry - Mentoring and discipling the Youth Pastor - Develop a youth ministry culture where youth can easily connect and grow in their relationship with God and each other. - Develop and mentor a team of youth leaders and volunteers from differing ages. - Encourage and come alongside parents in the process of discipling their youth. - Communicate plans with the staff, youth, and parents in a responsible, clear, and timely manner using resources available (Attend all staff meetings, website, email, bulletin, newsletter, etc.). - Be accessible and personable to offer care and counseling to youth. - Plan a yearly mission trip for high school and a local mission activity for middle school students. - Plan high school and middle school retreats Administrative - Supports the Lead Teaching Pastor and Elders in the accomplishment of the church’s mission through ministry effectiveness, evaluation, discernment, decision making, planning and overall direction of congregation; - Works in tandem with the Pastors and Elders in the annual strategic planning process including evaluation of ministry performance; review of mission, vision, and core values; development of key objectives and tactics; and establishment of goals; Job Skills - Teams with church leaders in working toward shared goals and objectives. - Displays competency in computer skills such as Word, Excel, Email and Internet. - Maintains a pleasant and personable attitude with all staff, congregation members, and community members. - Uses professionalism and discretion; maintains confidentiality at all times; maintains a high level of excellence and quality. - Lives a genuine Christian life, revealing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. - Models a healthy balance between God, self, family, and ministry.