Ministry Jobs in Missouri

Human Resources Director

Connection Point Church

Jackson, MO

Human Resources Director The Human Resources Director serves Connection Point Church by building, supporting, and stewarding a healthy staff culture that aligns with the mission and vision of CPC. This role provides strategic leadership in recruiting, developing, and caring for staff while ensuring compliance, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization. The Human Resources Director helps ensure that Connection Point Church remains a place where leaders thrive, teams grow, and ministry impact increases. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Leadership and Culture - Strengthen staff culture in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Connection Point Church - Support pastors and ministry leaders in building healthy teams - Help maintain a Christ-centered workplace marked by trust, accountability, and encouragement - Facilitate staff care initiatives that support spiritual, emotional, and relational health - Assist leadership in organizational planning, staffing strategy, and team development - Promote strong communication and collaboration across campuses and ministries - Lead initiatives that help CPC remain an exceptional place to serve and work Recruitment and Onboarding - Oversee recruitment processes for staff positions - Assist ministry leaders in defining roles, job descriptions, and hiring strategies - Coordinate job postings, interviews, background checks, and reference checks - Develop structured onboarding processes for new hires - Help new staff understand culture, expectations, and mission alignment - Ensure new employees are equipped for success in their roles - Maintain staff records and hiring documentation Compliance, Policies, and Procedures - Maintain and update HR policies and the employee handbook - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws - Oversee employment documentation, records, and HR systems - Support workplace safety practices and risk management efforts - Provide guidance to supervisors regarding HR policies and procedures - Assist in resolving employee concerns and workplace conflicts with wisdom and professionalism - Coordinate required compliance training and internal processes Performance Management and Development - Support development of clear performance expectations and goals - Assist supervisors in conducting evaluations and coaching conversations - Implement tools for staff development and leadership growth - Identify training opportunities for staff and ministry leaders - Encourage healthy feedback, accountability, and professional development - Partner with leadership to address performance concerns when needed - Support succession planning and leadership development Compensation and Benefits - Assist leadership in developing compensation strategies - Manage employee benefits programs - Oversee payroll coordination and compensation records - Conduct compensation benchmarking as needed - Support staff with benefit questions and enrollment - Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in compensation matters - Help ensure stewardship and alignment with CPC financial practices Qualifications - Strong relationship with Jesus Christ and alignment with Connection Point Church mission - Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills - High level of discretion and professionalism - Ability to lead systems and people with wisdom and clarity - Experience in human resources, operations, leadership development, or organizational systems preferred - Church, nonprofit, or ministry leadership experience preferred The 7 C’s We Value We look for leaders who demonstrate: - Calling - Character - Competence - Chemistry - Capacity - Communication - Collaboration Spiritual and Cultural Expectations The Human Resources Director should model servant leadership, spiritual maturity, and a heart for people. This role requires confidentiality, wisdom, humility, and a commitment to helping Connection Point Church remain a healthy place for staff and ministry teams to thrive. We expect every staff member to uphold the mission and values of CPC while contributing to a culture of unity, trust, and excellence.

Lead Pastor

Caruthersville Wesleyan Church

Caruthersville, MO

Lead Pastor Position Title: Full Time Lead Pastor Location: Church of 75–100 in Southeast Missouri (about an hour North of Memphis, TN) Church Size: Church of 75–100 Church Overview Caruthersville Wesleyan Church exists to "nurture a diverse and welcoming local community, committed to following fearlessly wherever God is leading us and making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of Caruthersville and the world." We are a close-knit, community-oriented congregation with a strong spirit of unity, generosity, and prayer. We are committed to growing in discipleship, expanding our reach in the community, and developing the next generation of leaders. Position Summary The Lead Pastor will provide spiritual, visionary, and organizational leadership to the congregation. This individual will shepherd the church through a season of growth by building relationships, developing leaders, strengthening discipleship pathways, and increasing community engagement. Primary Responsibilities 1. Spiritual Leadership - Preach and teach the Word of God with clarity, relevance, and biblical integrity. - Lead the congregation in prayer and spiritual formation. - Model a Spirit-filled life of holiness and discipleship. - Provide pastoral care, counseling, and visitation. 2. Vision & Leadership Development - Cast and implement a clear vision aligned with the mission of the church. - Equip and empower leaders (Ephesians 4 model). - Develop systems for identifying and mentoring emerging leaders. - Encourage broader participation beyond the same core volunteers. 3. Discipleship & Church Growth - Establish and lead discipleship pathways for: - New believers - Membership development - Ongoing spiritual growth - Foster measurable growth in attendance and engagement (short- and long-term goals identified by the church). - Create opportunities for young adults and families to connect. 4. Community Engagement - Be visible and active in the local community. - Participate in community partnerships (schools, ministerial alliance, outreach efforts). - Lead outreach initiatives that connect unchurched individuals to Christ. 5. Youth & Next Generation Focus - Support and prioritize a vibrant and growing youth and children's ministry development. - Encourage youth involvement in church leadership and service. - Champion long-term vision such as a multi-use youth/community activity center. 6. Administration & Stewardship - Provide oversight of church operations, staff, and volunteers. - Promote financial stewardship and responsible budgeting. - Work collaboratively with the Local Board of Administration. - Ensure alignment, accountability, and healthy church systems. Desired Qualifications & Characteristics Spiritual & Personal Demonstrates strong personal faith, integrity, and biblical grounding. Prayer-oriented and Spirit-led. Maintains a healthy family life and serves as a role model. Leadership & Ministry Skills - Strong, relational leader who can build trust quickly. - Effective communicator and relatable preacher. - Equipper—not a "one-person ministry" mindset. - Able to delegate and develop others. Relational & Community Fit - Approachable, likeable, and able to connect across all age groups. - Comfortable in a small-town/community context. - Visible and respected in the broader community. Ministry Strengths (Priority Areas Identified by Church) - Leadership - Teaching/Preaching - Counseling and pastoral care - Community engagement - Discipleship development Preferred Experience & Education - Ministry experience in a local church setting (preferred). - Theological training is beneficial but not required. - Demonstrated ability to lead growing or developing ministries. Key Outcomes (First 1–3 Years) Year 1 - Build strong relationships and trust within the congregation. - Establish consistent worship and ministry rhythms. - Launch or strengthen membership and discipleship processes. Years 2–3 - Increase attendance and membership. - Strengthen youth and children's ministries. - Develop leadership pipeline and volunteer engagement. - Begin progress toward facility and community initiatives. Accountability The Lead Pastor will be accountable to the Local Board of Administration and aligned with the mission and doctrine of The Wesleyan Church. Compensation - Salary: Full-time - Benefits: Housing, health insurance, pension, paid vacation Application Process Interested candidates should submit the following: - A resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications. - A cover letter expressing your interest in the position. Submission Please send your application materials to Tri-State District Office at tsdoffice@tsdwc.org or mail your application to: P.O. Box 3643 Bartlesville OK 74006 We look forward to welcoming a new pastor to our church family who will help us grow in faith and serve our community with love and dedication. Thank you for considering this opportunity to join our vibrant and welcoming congregation. Employment Type Full-time Contact Dr. Devon Smith Phone 918-333-3404 Email tsdoffice@tsdwc.org Organization Caruthersville Wesleyan Church Address 2601 Playground Road Caruthersville, MO 63830

Production Director

Hope City Church

Harrisonville, MO

$50,000

HOPE CITY CHURCH JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Production Director Reports to: Member of the Senior Management Team Position Status: Full-time About the Role The Production Director leads the technical execution of Sunday services and major church events at Hope City Church. This role oversees the production environment, ensuring every service and event runs with excellence and without distraction. Success in this role looks like consistent, smooth services and events where production supports what God is doing in the room, not competes with it. Responsibilities Sunday Service Execution (Primary Focus) • Lead all production elements for Sunday services (audio, ProPresenter, cameras, live capture) • Build and manage ProPresenter for services • Prepare and test all AVL systems ahead of each service • Partner with worship and pastoral leadership to execute service flow • Maintain a consistent, distraction-free experience across all services Major Event Production • Lead production for key church events (e.g., Nights of Hope, Legacy Men’s, Sisterhood, and other all-church gatherings) • Plan and execute AVL needs based on the scope of each event • Partner with ministry leaders to align production with the purpose of the event • Scale production appropriately without overcomplicating environments AVL Systems & Technical Leadership • Oversee, maintain, and improve all AVL systems and environments • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly and effectively • Oversee installation of new AVL systems (personally or through contractors) • Identify and implement upgrades that improve the overall experience • Maintain strong working knowledge of all AVL systems, software, and integrations Lighting & Live Production • Execute lighting for services and events in a way that is clean, consistent, and repeatable • Oversee cameras and live capture systems to ensure reliability and quality • Maintain strong standards for live production environments Live Capture & Content Distribution • Oversee and execute live capture of Sunday services • Ensure high-quality recording of sermons and service elements • Edit and prepare weekly sermon content for online platforms • Upload and publish services or sermon content to YouTube and other platforms in a timely manner • Maintain consistent quality and delivery standards for all published content Dream Team Leadership • Recruit, train, and develop Production Dream Team members • Own scheduling and team management through Planning Center • Ensure all production positions are filled and confirmed ahead of services and events • Build and maintain clear, repeatable scheduling workflows • Create and maintain simple systems for onboarding and training Dream Team members • Lead frequent trainings to continue developing skills and consistency across the team • Host quarterly team meetings to invest in, align, and care for Production Dream Team members • Lead and develop a healthy, dependable, and growing Production Dream Team culture Ministry Support • Support production needs for other ministries as needed • Provide guidance and simple systems to help ministries execute well within existing production environments Additional Responsibilities • Publish weekly podcast • Attend weekly staff meeting and prayer • Participate in service and event planning conversations as needed Scope This role focuses on leading production for Sunday services and major church events, while overseeing the systems that support those environments. Staff Values • Team player • Self-starter • Team builder • Problem solver • Solution oriented • Fully present • Spiritually grounded • Person of integrity • Consistent communicator Please Email your Resume to David@HopeCityFamilyChurch.com

Children's Pastor

The Heights Church

Bolivar, MO

About the Church The Heights Church is a non-denominational, life-giving church that launched in January 2017 in Bolivar, Missouri. In its early days, the church operated as a mobile ministry, faithfully setting up and gathering in the local high school for the first 20 months. In September 2018, The Heights Church purchased its current facility, establishing a permanent home for its growing community. Today, weekly attendance averages between 450 and 500 people, and the church is currently undergoing a significant building renovation to expand its capacity and better serve the surrounding community. By God’s grace, The Heights Church has made meaningful progress in its mission to help individuals reach their full potential in Christ—celebrating decisions for salvation, baptisms, and changed lives. Website: theheightschurch.net Facebook: @theheightsmo Instagram: @theheightschurchmo We are seeking a life-giving leader to be our next Children's Pastor. This person will love children, yet, spend most of their time developing leaders who love children. Children’s Pastor Roles and Responsibilities Lead Dream Teamers to Execute Weekend Programming - Lead Children’s Leadership Team / Coaches to proficiently staff children’s area - Implement a life-giving curriculum that focuses on worship, God’s Word and relationships in a culturally relevant and fun atmosphere - Develop and execute all safety measures to maintain excellent security - Create an environment that kids love and families want to invest in. Develop and Pastor Dream Teamers - Develop a team that actively invests in children and their families - Develop a Children’s Leadership Team - Develop classroom room teachers and helpers - Develop a check-in team - Love and disciple team members Create and Develop Children’s Activities/Events - Coordinate an annual children’s camp trip - Develop and execute an annual VBS (summer blast) - Create quarterly events for children to engage with one another Effectively administrate the Children’s Ministry - Develop a communication system to Dream Teamers and parents. - Create and manage the Children’s Ministry budget. - Manage the processes and database of the Children’s Ministry (PlanningCenter) Expectations - Have regular office hours - Love the Heights vision - Be a self-starter - Have we over me attitude What We’re Looking For: - An individual with a life-giving relationship with Jesus - Someone who puts people before tasks - An individual able to handle conflict - A team player - A team builder - A creative problem solver - A teachable spirit - Someone who will embrace a smaller town

Outreach Pastor

Journey Bible Church

Springfield, MO

$46,000 - $56,000

Journey Bible Church is seeking an Outreach Pastor to develop and lead our local and community outreach ministries. This role involves building partnerships with community organizations, leading volunteer teams, developing evangelism strategies, and equipping the congregation for outreach. The ideal candidate is relationally driven, organized, and passionate about serving those outside the church.