Associate Pastor of Youth Hope Evangelical Church

Title:

Associate Pastor of Youth

Status:
Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried (40-45 hours per week)

Reports To:

Lead Pastor

New Hope Evangelical Free Church is seeking an Associate Pastor of Youth. The purpose of this position is two‑fold. It is to create a ministry that assists parents and guardians in training youth as whole‑hearted disciples of Jesus. Second, it is to partner with the Lead Pastor and Elder Board in the general tasks of pastoral ministry.

• Has a growing love for God and people based on a growing appreciation of God’s love in the gospel
• Has a clear call from God to pastoral ministry and meets the requirements for an elder/overseer in 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5
• Values ministry that is Scripture‑based, Christ‑centered, and Spirit‑empowered
• Is passionate about and equipped for gospel‑focused youth ministry
• Possesses skills in leadership, organization, and basic computer functions
• Is a self‑starter and life‑long learner who maintains a humble, team‑player attitude
• Desires to minister at New Hope for an extended stay, circumstances permitting
• Affirms New Hope’s Statement of Faith, Constitution, and Mission
• Submits to New Hope’s Elder Board and Lead Pastor
• Credentialed (or will pursue credentialing) with the Evangelical Free Church of America
• Possesses (or will soon possess) a degree/certificate of formal theological education
• Passes a background check upon hire
• Ability to lead in corporate worship is preferred, but not required
• If married, his wife is in support of his decision to serve at New Hope

• Leads the Youth Ministry’s gatherings and trips
• Partners with the parents and guardians of the youth for their spiritual formation
• Strives to also bring the gospel to non‑Christian youth

• Meets regularly with the Lead Pastor for partnership and prayer
• Assists the Lead Pastor by preaching at 10–12 Sunday Services per year while officiating memorial services and weddings as needed
• Assists the Lead Pastor by helping with other general pastoral tasks (i.e. baptisms, child dedications, counseling, leading worship, etc.)
• Participates in Staff and Leadership meetings (allowed to fully participate in Elder Board meetings once credentialed with the EFCA)
• Participates in the EFCA Pacific Northwest District functions (i.e. conferences, retreats, etc.)

• Initial compensation will be based on education and experience level
• Benefits include paid time off, ministry expense reimbursement, retirement plan options, housing allowance, and sabbatical opportunities