JOB DESCRIPTION

SENIOR

PASTOR - FULL-TIME / SALARIED / PASTORAL STAFF REPORTS TO

CHURCH BOARD Seek to understand God s vision for the church and effectively communicate this vision to the congregation. The pastor will lead and direct the preaching/teaching ministry, ensuring that a biblically based message of significance is delivered with passion and excellence. Work with current staff and volunteers in planning and execution of weekly services and other programs. Act as a leader and shepherd under the supervision of the church board. To be living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

QUALIFICATIONS SPIRITUAL A

deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced in daily life and exhibiting character qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4. Exhibits personal qualities that are of the highest integrity and unquestionable honesty. Earnestly seeks God s will above all other possible motivations. Operates in a spirit of cooperation and fellowship within the church body. Shows self-awareness and humility in seeking advice from others when appropriate, being honest when mistakes are made and maintaining purposeful mentorship relationships. Demonstrates a passionate, heartfelt love for people with a Christ-like concern for their spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Through the empowering of the Holy Spirit, seek to make and develop disciples of Jesus Christ who love God and serve people. Exhibits Christ s love by modeling and developing positive and encouraging relationships within the church body.

LEADERSHIP

Collaborator. The ability to authentically, effectively, and enthusiastically advance and implement the ideas of others through proactive leadership. Excellent communicator; visionary in leadership, including supervision and discipling of staff. Effectively communicates and executes the mission of CTK Hope.

Strategic:

The ability to build up and expand the work of the church and craft the necessary leadership structures for the growth and effectiveness of its ministry. High Emotional Quotient. Approachable and effective, working with others with great love, maturity, humbleness, and transparency, including the giftedness needed to draw people beyond their spiritual comfort zone, and an awareness of and ability to engage with different cultures and life stages. Under the direction of the church board, commit to a weekly schedule that may include both remote work and office hours.

REQUIREMENTS

Seeking or willing to seek Masters-level or higher degree from a respected evangelical seminary. Master s of Divinity preferred. Experience in pastoral ministry, in roles that involved preaching and supervision of multiple staff. Agreement with the Church By-laws. Pass a criminal record background check. 5 years of ministry leadership experience. •required Ability to relocate to Skagit County, WA

RESPONSIBILITIES

Preaching :

Value the importance of a scripture-based weekly sermon. Seek to discern God s message for the congregation and spend significant time and effort using professional skills to develop and deliver that message through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Employ a variety of expository and topical preaching methods. Communicate with love, wisdom, and conviction the truth of the Gospel and illuminate the Word of God.

Discipling Staff :

Looking for and providing discipling opportunities. Connecting people to be trained up in the ways of Jesus within their gifting. Encouraging open and honest communication.

Lead Service Planning:

Coordinate with the worship leader in planning and execution of weekly services.

Vision Casting :

Seek God s direction and develop His vision for our church in a way that maximizes the gifts and resources available. Seek to find new ways and additional resources to accomplish God s plan for our church in cooperation with the body.

Staff Leadership :

Continue to lead and develop a professional pastoral staff in close partnership with the executive pastor. Serve as the supervisor for pastoral staff, working shoulder to shoulder with the executive pastor in the ongoing leadership development and spiritual oversight of church staff. Be personally involved, alongside the executive pastor, in the selection, supervision, goal-setting, and evaluation of staff members - both paid and volunteer (Directors, Office staff, Worship leaders, Family ministry, and Custodians).

Cooperation :

Exhibit strong diplomatic skills and lead with grace under the guidance of the Church board. Be a recruiter of gifted leaders and strong encourager to all. Work to accomplish God s vision for the church with respect for and in cooperation with lay leaders and committees.

Congregational Leadership :

Exhibit a passion for ministry. Lead by example. Work shoulder-to-shoulder with lay leaders and volunteers in the ministries of the church.

Relational :

Work with and relate to staff, Church Board, lay leaders, volunteers, and the congregation as a whole. Show evidence of love for people in the congregation while reaching out, developing relationships, and showing compassion for the triumphs and challenges in their lives.

Prayer :

Seek and promote prayer as a priority, both personally and in the life of the church.

Evaluation/Development :

Continually evaluate the effectiveness of programs and propose creative ideas for improvement. Offer overall vision to develop and grow the ministry. Spend time in personal study in order to expand relevant knowledge and keep current with the latest trends in ministry.

Budget :

Participate in the planning of the church budget in cooperation with the Church Board.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Semi-monthly compensation and benefits eligibility in accordance with prior education and experience appropriate for full time senior pastor position. Benefits to include vacation and sabbatical, as agreed to with leadership.