Planted in 1997, in Vancouver, WA, we’re a contemporary, evangelical church whose mission is to see people transformed by Jesus as we proclaim the gospel with our words and our lives . We’re just ordinary people who have fallen in love with Jesus and want our friends and neighbors to know Him too. We’re in a season of growth—our Youth Pastor has just become our Associate Pastor—so we’re looking for a new Youth Pastor who loves and lives with Jesus, and is called to join us in fulfilling our mission.
JOB SUMMARY
This is the perfect role for someone who is passionate about people and has the leadership and organizational skills to mobilize others to build the church. Will mobilize and lead teams to disciple and care for our youth and young adults. One will also be part of our Leadership Team.
THE PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE ROLE IS TO LEAD/OVERSEE
• Middle School Ministry — grades 6–8
• High School Ministry — grades 9–12
• Young Adults — college age
The Youth Pastor will be a member of the Leadership Team (see Organizational Chart below), and participate occasionally in the Weekend Teaching.
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU
• Godly Character — an authentic personal relationship with Jesus that influences and determines how one lives and how one leads
• Leadership — a true servant hearted leader who ensures the ministries under one's leadership are well led, and necessary strategic changes are made to ensure they’re contributing to our mission, and growing to their full potential
• Team Work — to work in humble partnership with other leaders and the Lead Pastor
• Volunteer Mobilization — to recruit and lead church members to serve and lead by identifying, resourcing, empowering, encouraging and caring for them
• Teaching — the ability to teach regularly at an appropriate level for students and young adults, and occasionally our whole church family
• Personal — to be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, initiative, integrity, highly organized, with great follow up and follow through, and an optimistic approach to life
• Personal Development — to ensure one grow in one's leadership and relationship with Jesus
• Administrative skills — sufficient to prepare and oversee a ministry budget
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a full-time position. A comprehensive benefits package is offered for this position, including health insurance, retirement contribution, paid time off and business travel reimbursement, as per the Eastpark Church employee handbook.
STAFF PHILOSOPHY
• Purpose and Mission – Our purpose in everything we do at Eastpark is to glorify God (1
Cor 10:31). The Mission of Eastpark Church is to see people transformed by Jesus as
we proclaim the gospel with our words and our lives . Every staff appointment is made for
that reason and with that focus.
• Principle of Work – all work is spiritual when done as worship to God. ‘Church work’ is not more ‘spiritual’. The primary philosophy of staffing is to mobilize and nurture the gifts and abilities of others (Rom 12:1; 1 Cor 10:31; Eph 4:11-12)
• Perspective – Jesus is the hope of the world so we take the opportunity to serve Christ in the church very seriously. We are committed to doing everything diligently, in a manner and style that is contemporary and relevant, to a standard of excellence that honors Him (1 Cor 10:31)
• Job Satisfaction – we are committed to being an excellent employer committed to best practices and to providing a healthy, satisfying and encouraging work environment where each staff member shares responsibility for the morale and relationships in the office (1Pet 2:12)
• Attitude – God gives us the strength to do whatever he wants done, so we are committed to having a positive ‘can-do’ attitude (Phi 4:13)
• Fun – God loves laughter and celebration. Our goal is for the staff culture to reflect God’s character and personality, so we will be relaxed, have fun, and celebrate the successes he gives us (Ps 126; Lu 15:10,22-25)
• Team Work – the staff work together to promote and reinforce the leadership culture and climate at Eastpark Church. We must be good team players, committed to each other and to working together to achieve the overall vision (Rom 12:4-6a; 1 Cor 3:5-9; 1 Cor12:4-7; Eph 4:11-13)
TO APPLY
Submit a resume and cover letter outlining the applicant's qualifications and why one believes God is calling the applicant to this role in our church. Include at least 3 references and links to 2 online examples of teaching. This position is subject to a 90-day probationary period.