Ministry Jobs in Washington

Youth Pastor

Arbor Heights Community Church

Seattle, WA

$60,000 - $80,000

The Youth Pastor leads AHCC's middle school and high school ministry with a clear vision for discipleship and follow-through. This role keeps student ministry at AHCC focused on Jesus, well-led and worth showing up for. The Youth Pastor will provide consistent teaching, relational presence and organizational oversight, helping students, families and volunteers stay connected to the life and mission of AHCC. This is a full-time position. RESPONSIBILITIES The primary responsibilities of this position include: MINISTRY TEACHING & LEADERSHIP - Oversee all weekly programming for middle school and high school students, ensuring each gathering is welcoming and discipleship focused - Articulate a clear vision for AHCC students and execute it with organizational follow-through. - Teach regularly and create environments where students can know, love and follow Jesus - Ensure a visible leadership presence at Sunday gatherings and actively participate in the broader life of AHCC PARENT & STUDENT CARE - Develop a plan for student care, spiritual growth and leadership development through groups, mentoring and discipleship rhythms - Partner with parents to engage, disciple and invest in students VOLUNTEER & TEAM SUPPORT - Recruit, train and develop volunteers for a variety of student ministry roles (i.e. teaching, programming, admin, etc.) who love and disciple students - Ensure volunteers have clear communication and expectations and given what they need to succeed MINISTRY OPERATIONS - Attend all staff meetings and Leadership Team trainings - Ensure Safety & Security policies are followed in all youth ministry settings - Collaborate with the Children’s & Family Director to ensure a cohesive approach to next gen ministry - Manage the youth ministry budget - Collaborate with other staff contributing to the broader direction of the church while representing student ministry REQUIREMENTS - A vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ - Demonstrates the spiritual calling, giftedness and maturity required of ministry leadership - Ability to lead teams, organize programs and communicate effectively with both students and adults - Experience in youth or family ministry leadership, paid or volunteer - Teaching that consistently points students to Jesus - An evangelistic heart and hospitable demeanor - Genuinely bought into the mission, values and culture of AHCC HOURS 40 hours per week REPORTS TO Lead Pastor

Kids Pastor

Rainier View Christian Church

Tacoma, WA

Job Title: Kids Pastor (Parkland Campus) Hours: 40 hours per week (Part-time option available) Salary: Commensurate with experience Why Work for Us: Rainier View Christian Church is a nondenominational, multisite church located in Pierce County, Washington with 2 campuses. One of our core values is to change our methods but never our message to reach the next generation. We believe a church is only healthy when we invest our time and resources, and give up our preferences, so that every child, teen, and young adult knows the love of God, is radically committed to following Jesus, and is empowered by His Spirit to live joyfully, generously, and courageously. Here’s where you come in: We are looking for someone who shares that same passion and wants to join us in creating safe, engaging, and Christ-centered environments where young people can grow in their faith. Here’s How We Will Support You: - Full-time status comes with benefits (health/dental/vision/disability) and 403b retirement contributions. - All pastoral staff members (full-time or part-time) receive vacation time, sick leave, personal time, and a monthly Spiritual Renewal Day. (Ask us about this if intrigued!) - Leadership development opportunities such as offsites, conferences, staff trainings, mentorship, and continuing education. Here’s What You’ll Do: - Lead RVCC Kids (birth–5th grade) at the Parkland campus in alignment with our vision of becoming a Jesus-focused, multiethnic, difference-making church. - Recruit, train, schedule, and care for RVCC Kids Difference Makers (our terminology for volunteers). - Build relationships with children, parents, and volunteers that foster a healthy ministry culture. - Plan and coordinate weekly environments, including classroom preparation, check-in, communication, and supplies. - Collaborate with the Graham Kids Pastor on curriculum, events, and ministry initiatives. - Oversee resources, budget, and all other administrative tasks related to RVCC Kids. - Work with the RVCC Students Pastor and RVCC Students Difference Makers to provide oversight for mid-week gatherings for Parkland Students (6th–12th grade). - Oversee the RVCC Young Adults group (ages 18–29), including leading gatherings, offsite events, and serving opportunities. - Provide pastoral care, encouragement, and prayer to children, students, young adults, families, and Difference Makers. - Partner with campus staff to run major yearly events. This Role Is for You If: - You are growing in your relationship with Jesus, and your life reflects the mission and values of His Kingdom. - You are actively a part of the local church and have a track record of serving. - You are passionate about reaching the next generation, helping families win, and creating a ministry that reflects the diversity of Christ’s body here in Parkland. - You have strong relational and administrative skills. You are not just a doer, but a leader, and you get excited about developing people and multiplying yourself. - You have experience working with kids (whether voluntarily or paid) and/or have an educational background that has prepared you for this role. Reports To: Parkland Campus Pastor To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter sharing why you’re interested in the Kids & Next-Gen Pastor role and how you believe your experience and calling have prepared you for this opportunity. Please send your application to: info@rainierview.org

Associate Pastor

Journey Community Church

Camas, WA

$65,000–$75,000

Location: Camas, Washington Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Lead Pastor Salary Range: $65,000–$75,000 annually Benefits: Eligible full-time employees receive, paid holidays and PTO, paid sick leave in accordance with Washington State requirements, medical and dental insurance, Retirement plan Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and the church's established compensation practices. About Journey Church Journey Church is a growing, non-denominational church located in Camas, Washington, with approximately 500 people attending Sunday services. As we enter a new season of ministry, we are intentionally restructuring our leadership team and seeking an experienced Associate Pastor who brings vision, initiative, and a passion for developing people. This is an opportunity for a pastor who wants to do more than maintain existing programs. The Associate Pastor will help shape how Journey Church reaches people, makes disciples, equips believers for ministry, and develops volunteer leaders. Our mission is simple: Help people find and follow Jesus by loving them like Jesus. The Associate Pastor will join a collaborative leadership team and serve alongside the Lead Pastor in preaching and teaching, pastoral care, ministry leadership, staff development, discipleship, and organizational leadership. About the Role The Associate Pastor serves as the primary ministry partner to the Lead Pastor in the areas of preaching and teaching, pastoral care, ministry oversight, and organizational leadership. This position provides leadership and support across the church's ministry areas, develops and equips staff and volunteer leaders, and helps ensure that ministries work together effectively to fulfill the church's mission and make disciples of Jesus Christ.The Associate Pastor also serves as the acting pastoral leader when the Lead Pastor is unavailable. This is a ministerial/religious position. Spiritual qualifications, including adherence to Journey Church's Statement of Faith and the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership, are bona fide requirements of the position. Spiritual Qualifications The successful candidate will: - Meet the biblical qualifications for an elder/pastor described in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9, as understood and applied by Journey Church. - Demonstrate a mature Christian faith and a pattern of ongoing spiritual growth consistent with Journey Church's Statement of Faith. - Agree with and support the church's Statement of Faith, mission, values, governing documents, and doctrinal commitments. - Model a Christ-like lifestyle characterized by integrity, humility, servant leadership, spiritual maturity, and conduct consistent with the church's biblical standards. - Demonstrate a genuine commitment to discipleship, evangelism, pastoral care, and ministry to the congregation and broader community. Leadership & Personal Competencies The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - The ability to build and maintain healthy relationships with staff, ministry leaders, volunteers, congregants, and community members. - Sound judgment, wisdom, and discernment in pastoral care, leadership, and decision-making. - Initiative, dependability, accountability, and follow-through. - The ability to equip, develop, encourage, and mobilize individuals and ministry teams. - Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential pastoral, personnel, financial, and organizational information. - A collaborative leadership style and the ability to work effectively with staff, elders, ministry leaders, and volunteers. - Responsible stewardship and accountability in the use of church resources. - A commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and effective ministry. Qualifications & Experience Required - Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies, Theology, Ministry, Christian Leadership, or a related field, or equivalent ministry experience and demonstrated competency. - At least three years of pastoral ministry experience. - Demonstrated experience providing pastoral care and shepherding individuals and families. - Demonstrated ability to preach and teach Scripture. - Experience recruiting, training, developing, and supervising volunteers. - Experience leading volunteer-based ministries. - Experience developing disciples and emerging leaders. - Strong organizational and administrative skills. - Experience managing conflict and facilitating resolution. - Experience participating in or leading strategic planning and ministry development. Preferred - Experience supervising ministry staff. - Experience serving in an Associate Pastor or comparable pastoral leadership role. - Experience developing small-group or discipleship systems. - Experience leading community outreach and missions initiatives. - Experience working within a growing church environment. Key Responsibilities Pastoral Leadership - Support and advance Journey Church's vision, mission, values, and ministry direction. - Serve as a trusted ministry partner to the Lead Pastor. - Assist in developing and implementing the church's strategic ministry direction. - Provide pastoral leadership and support across the church's ministry areas. - Promote unity, collaboration, and healthy communication among staff, volunteers, ministry leaders, and the congregation. - Serve as the acting pastoral leader when the Lead Pastor is unavailable. Pastoral Care - Collaborate with the Lead Pastor, elders, staff, and ministry volunteers to provide pastoral care to individuals and families. - Develop and maintain appropriate referral relationships for individuals requiring specialized professional or community-based services. - Visit members in hospitals, homes, care facilities, and other appropriate settings. - Officiate weddings, funerals, and memorial services in accordance with church policies and practices. Preaching & Teaching - Serve as the primary substitute preacher when the Lead Pastor is unavailable. - Preach and teach during weekend services approximately 13 Sundays per year. - Assist with sermon planning and teaching-series development. - Teach Bible studies, membership classes, leadership-development programs, discipleship classes, and other educational settings. - Develop and deliver teaching that aligns with Journey Church's Statement of Faith and ministry objectives. Ministry Leadership, Administration & Oversight - Provide leadership, coaching, and support to volunteer ministry leaders across areas such as small groups, men's ministry, women's ministry, missions, local outreach, Sunday morning ministries, prayer ministry, and care ministries. - Provide coaching, accountability, encouragement, and development for ministry staff and volunteer leaders. - Evaluate ministry effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. - Develop intentional pathways for spiritual growth and discipleship. - Equip members to identify and use their spiritual gifts in ministry. - Develop leadership-training opportunities and mentor emerging leaders. - Provide vision and leadership for the church's small-group ministry. - Oversee local outreach initiatives and mission opportunities. - Encourage congregational involvement in community service and missions. - Promote evangelism and community engagement. - Assist with preparation of annual ministry budgets and provide appropriate oversight of ministry expenses. - Coordinate ministry calendars, events, and cross-ministry communication. - Participate in strategic planning and implementation of ministry priorities. Staff Management & Leadership Development - Directly supervise the Worship Leader, Director of Children's Ministries, and Youth Pastor. - Provide regular supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to direct reports. - Conduct or participate in formal performance evaluations in accordance with church practices. - Foster healthy communication and address ministry and staff conflicts appropriately. - Mentor interns, ministry leaders, and emerging leaders through regular coaching and development. - Perform other duties and responsibilities reasonably related to the position and assigned by the Lead Pastor. - Assist with baptisms, communion, child dedications, and other pastoral ordinances and ministry activities. What Success Looks Like Within this role, success will include: - Ministry leaders who are increasingly equipped, supported, and developed. - Clearer pathways for discipleship and spiritual growth. - Healthy collaboration among staff and volunteer ministry leaders. - Effective development and deployment of volunteer leaders. - Strong pastoral care and follow-up for individuals and families. - Increased alignment and communication across ministry areas. - Effective stewardship of church resources. - Consistent advancement of Journey Church's mission to help people find and follow Jesus by loving them like Jesus. Why Join Journey Church? Journey Church is entering an exciting season of ministry development. We are looking for a pastor who wants to invest deeply in people, develop leaders, strengthen ministry systems, and help create a culture where people are equipped to use their gifts in service to Christ. The Associate Pastor will have a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the church's direction while working closely with the Lead Pastor and broader leadership team.