Associate Pastor

Calvary Associate Pastor
Position Overview

Calvary Alliance Church is a church with a clear sense of calling: a life-giving, transformed church of disciples who courageously raise up the next generation and ignite East Cincinnati with gospel impact.

We’re looking for an Associate Pastor to join our team and help strengthen three key areas of our church life:
Worship, Students, and Connections
. This role is about coming alongside what’s already happening — leading worship, investing in students, and helping people take meaningful next steps into community.

You’ll work closely with the Lead Pastor and a committed group of volunteers to help shape the rhythm and culture of the church. We’re looking for someone who loves the local church, enjoys working on a team, and is energized by seeing people encounter Jesus and grow in their faith.

• Plan and lead engaging, Christ-centered worship gatherings that help people experience the presence of God.
• Build, mentor, and equip worship and tech teams both musically and spiritually.
• Identify and develop new worship team members, fostering a culture of humility, creativity, and collaboration.
• Oversee creative elements and technology (Pro Presenter, livestream, Planning Center) to enhance engagement and excellence.
• Partner with the Lead Pastor in planning cohesive, gospel-centered services that reflect Calvary’s mission and values.
• Participate in and occasionally lead worship for additional church gatherings such as Calvary’s Place (biweekly outreach), First Wednesdays, and special services.

• Join what God is already doing through Calvary’s student ministry, serving alongside our current Student Ministry Leader to strengthen, support, and expand the work already in motion.
• Provide pastoral presence and partnership, helping shape vision and direction while empowering students to grow as disciples who love and follow Jesus.
• Encourage and equip our Student Ministry Leader and volunteer team through mentorship, prayer, and collaboration.
• Be a visible and relational presence at student gatherings, retreats, and events to come alongside, invest, and multiply impact.
• Bring creativity, energy, and heart to help students find their place in God’s story and in the mission of Calvary.

• Oversee Calvary’s connections pathway, helping guests and attendees take meaningful next steps toward belonging and discipleship.
• Lead and come alongside volunteer serve teams to create a warm, welcoming environment on Sundays and at church events.
• Collaborate with staff and ministry leaders to strengthen hospitality, follow-up, and assimilation.
• Support and help facilitate groups and other opportunities that foster community and spiritual growth.
• Encourage a leadership pipeline by identifying and mentoring potential lay leaders; empower them to own specific hospitality/assimilation initiatives.

• A deep love for Jesus and the local church.
• A growing relationship with Christ marked by prayer, humility, and obedience.
• A heart for worship and a desire to shepherd others into God’s presence.
• Relational and approachable, with the ability to connect across generations.
• Experience in worship leadership and/or student ministry.
• Skilled vocally and/or instrumentally, with the ability to lead a band effectively.
• A team player who contributes to a local church team.
• Proficient (or willing to learn) in tools such as Pro Presenter, Planning Center, and Google Workspace.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; theological or ministry training preferred.
• Licensed or willing to pursue licensure with the Christian and Missionary Alliance
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• Must be able to pass a background check.

• Active participation in staff meetings, 1:1s with the Lead Pastor, and church gatherings.
• Visible presence and engagement on Sundays and at key church events.
• Investment in personal spiritual growth and leadership development.
• Embody and champion Calvary’s mission, vision, and values within the church and community.

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits including health coverage, retirement, vacation, and…