Job Overview

The west campus pastor partners with the lead pastors in casting and carrying out Citylight's overall vision. This position provides vision for campus ministries, leads and shepherds the campus staff, provides pastoral care to the congregation, and prepares and preaches Biblical, gospel-centered sermons when requested.

Job Description

Major Responsibilities:

• Pastor the west campus congregation
• Lead, supervise, disciple, equip, serve and shepherd the west campus staff
• Partner with the lead pastors in casting and implementing the Citylight Vision at the west campus

How will these responsibilities be accomplished?

• Have a vibrant relationship with Jesus. Have a knowledge of God's Word that is thorough, fresh and personal.
• Support a shared vision and continuity across both west and midtown campuses
• Manage and support the staff at the west location – consistent 1:1's, set culture, shepherd and care for the staff.
• Prepare and teach messages as requested (8-12 times per year)
• Plan and lead weekly staff meetings
• Oversee and facilitate the planning of weekly worship services
• Coordinate/participate in conducting weddings, funerals, baptisms, etc.
• Live in the community and treat it as a mission field
• Ensure effective communication across campus staff, the congregation and elders
• Ensure great stewardship of the campus facility and budget
• Serve on the executive team (Lead team) to help make directional and shepherding decisions in the church.
• Serve as an advisor on the elder board
• Own the Sunday morning gathering, communication, etc.
• Serve as Community Liaison between the campus and its neighbors
• Advocate for the campus and staff

What does a successful outcome of this position look like?

• The congregants are spiritually healthy; disciples are being made at your location

• The staff at your location is growing and joyfully leading
• There is understanding of the Church's vision and continuity between campuses

Competencies Required

• Leadership
• Communication
• Teaching
• Administration
• Relational Intelligence
• Flexibility

Educational requirement/Experience Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree required; Masters preferred

Experience needed:

• 5-7 years pastoral experience