Posting Dates:
Thursday, April 24, 2014 to Monday, June 16, 2014
Job Description:
Job Title: Assistant Pastor
Hours: Full-Time/Salaried/Exempt/Pastoral Staff
Reports To: Senior Pastor
Worship Style: Blended - Traditional African American / Contemporary
Location: Huntsville, AL
Denomination: Primitive Baptist
Demography: Suburban
Compensation: This position exempts and pays an annual total package of $37,500 to $44,500 / with Benefits
VISION
The vision for Indian Creek P.B. Church’s personnel and staff focuses on bringing together a team of individuals who possess talents in ministry, administration, music and media. We believe that as God expands the ministry of Indian Creek our ability to provide more comprehensive and efficient services to this congregation must also expand.
DESCRIPTION OF ASSISTANT PASTOR:
The Assistant Pastor is an ordained minister, shall hold either biblical studies or a Divinity degree, is expected to have a general understanding of church operations and leadership styles unique to the Christian Church. The principle goal of the Assistant Pastor position is to aid the Senior Pastor in administrative, priestly and pastoral duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
(Spiritual)
• A deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ evidenced in daily life and exhibiting character qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter: 5:1-4.
• Exhibit personal qualities that are of the highest integrity and unquestionable honesty.
• Earnestly seek God’s will above all other possible motivations.
• Demonstrate a heartfelt passion to see disciples become disciple-makers.
• Exhibit Christ’s love by developing positive and encouraging relationships within the church body.
(Education and Experience)
• In some cases a Bachelors degree in Biblical Studies is accepted, however, a Masters-level or higher degree from a respected and accredited institution is preferred.
• Licensed as an ordained minister or willing to seek ordination within the first two years of employment.
• Two or more years of experience in ministry, preferably in roles that involved preaching, leadership development and supervision of staff.
(Skills and Abilities)
• Preferable spiritual gifts: Leadership, Teaching, Preaching and Administration.
• Has the proven ability to envision, develop, and implement a philosophy and strategy for spiritual growth and building a biblical community.
• Can recruit and equip volunteers and ministry teams in a multigenerational setting; able to delegate responsibility.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to relate interpersonally with people of all ages.
• Highly motivational self-starter with good time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/activities and the demands of many people while maintaining a good attitude.
RESPONSIBILITIES
(Minister as Director of Ministries):
• In conjunction with the Senior Pastor, provide leadership to the ministries and church committees in the planning and implementation of annual ministry agendas.
• Develop a process for bringing believers to "completion in Christ." Implement a systematic way of incorporating visitors and/or new attendees into membership; cultivate small group ministries; expand our discipleship initiatives.
(Minister as Chief of Staff)
• Assists the senior pastor as needed and participate in the development of vision, policies, goals, and determining effectiveness of programs.
• Oversee office procedures and personnel in accordance with the church vision. Provide direction and support to office staff.
(Minister as Preaching and Teaching Assistant to the Pastor)
• Assumes responsibility for the preaching and teaching of the church, when assigned, in the absence of the pastor.
Contact Information:
Indian Creek Primitive Baptist Church
Frances Chunn (ext. 10)
380 Indian Creek Road
Huntsville, AL 35806
Resumes will be accepted through 6/15/14. (A background check will be requested)
Qualified candidates please send resume and cover letter via email.
Job Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Church, Administration
Church, Ministry
Organization:
Indian Creek Church
City:
Huntsville
State:
AL
Country:
United States
Contact Name:
Reverend Frances Chunn, Church Adminstrator
Contact Phone:
(256) 837-2335 ext. 10
Contact Email:
icpbc@bellsouth.net
For More Information:
http://www.indiancreekpb.org