Job Overview

The Lead Pastor will lead the congregation by teaching and preaching the Scriptures as the Word of God and its application to life in our context. The Lead Pastor will engage church members and utilize resources in pursuit of an agreed, God-directed vision. The Lead Pastor is responsible for administrative oversight of paid staff and ministry teams.

The Lead Pastor is accountable to the Elder Board, who in turn are guardians of faith, mission, values, and vision. The Lead Pastor will oversee strategic planning, staff, departments, ministry teams and resources. Oversight includes support, encouragement, direction, mentoring, accountability and defense.

The Lead Pastor will recognize the high visibility of his life and live as an example to believers in spiritual devotion, moral and ethical behavior.

Job Description

Qualifications

Required:

1. Experience in supervising paid staff and volunteers
2. Effective communication skills, including preaching, teaching and writing
3. Experience with leadership development and strategic planning
4. Preparation and management of ministry plans and budgets
5. Bachelor’s degree in ministry or related field

Preferred:

1. Previous experience as a Lead Pastor
2. Degree or training beyond Bachelor’s degree