Associate Pastor - Faith Community Church

Associate Pastor - Faith Community Church

Faith Community Church is seeking a full-time, licensed Associate Pastor to provide strategic leadership and oversight for our youth (6th–12th grade) and children's (1st–5th grade) ministries. We are a caring, intergenerational congregation averaging 175 in weekly attendance, and committed to making disciples in southwest Iowa. We are proudly affiliated with The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA). The Associate Pastor will be responsible for creating a vibrant, engaging, and biblically centered environment where young people and children can grow in their faith, connect with peers, and be equipped to serve Christ.

• Program Oversight & Direction:
  Implement and oversee all programming for children and youth, ensuring alignment with the church's vision, mission, and C&MA distinctives.
• Volunteer Development:
  Recruit, train, schedule, and empower a diverse team of adult volunteers to serve effectively in all areas of the ministry. Create a strong culture of volunteer appreciation and accountability.
• Teaching and Discipling:
  Provide engaging, age-appropriate biblical teaching and actively participate in the discipleship process of students and children.
• Family Partnership:
  Act as a resource to parents, working to equip and partner with families in the spiritual development of their children and youth.
• Budget & Administration:
  Manage the ministry budget, ensure compliance with all safety policies, and oversee necessary administrative tasks.
• Pastoral Team Member:
  Function as an integral part of the pastoral team, participating in staff meetings, assisting with overall church ministry needs (as capacity allows), and performing general pastoral duties as requested.

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor's degree in a ministry-related field is preferred; an advanced degree is not required.
• C&MA Licensing:
  Preferred to be licensed with The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA).
• Ordination:
  Preferred to be either ordained or actively in the process of ordination with The C&MA.

• Ministry
  
  Experience:
  
  A minimum of five (5) years of ministry experience in youth, children, or family ministry.
• Organizational and Administrative
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven ability to organize programs, manage logistics, and maintain an orderly ministry structure.
• Leadership and Recruiting:
  Demonstrated success in recruiting, training, and retaining volunteers. Must be able to inspire and lead teams.
• Interpersonal Ability:
  Highly personable with a demonstrated ability to connect quickly and build trust with children, youth, parents, volunteers, and the wider congregation.
• Professional Conduct:
  Proven dependability and a professional demeanor.
• Teamwork: A strong collaborator who contributes positively to the staff culture and works effectively under the leadership of the Lead Pastor.
• Growth Mindset:
  Teachable and committed to personal and professional development.

This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website.