Kids Pastor Congregation

Mariners Church is a biblically-centered, non-denominational church located in Southern California focused on inspiring people to follow Jesus and fearlessly change the world. Mariners is listed as one of the top 20 largest churches in America by Outreach Magazine. We are a community of ordinary people from all walks of life courageously trusting God to do the extraordinary. Simply put, we trust God to do what we can’t—heal, transform, renew, forgive, provide and sustain.

Through the redemption story of each believer, God is glorified, lives are changed and communities are impacted in a significant way. Come and be part of a new season of growth as Mariners Church responds to God’s call in launching new congregations.

The Kids Pastor will lead and implement a dynamic Kids Ministry for children and families at one of our Mariners congregations. This person will work closely with the Mariners Kids (Irvine) ministry team to ensure the vision and strategy for Mariners Kids is effectively executed, including the implementation of curriculum, resources, and events. The ideal candidate will be passionate about creating a relationally engaging and safe environment for children to grow in their faith, while also developing volunteers and fostering strong partnerships with families.

This position reports to the Lead Congregation Pastor. A full-time position, the schedule generally includes weekend services, meetings at our office in Irvine, and additional time during the week for a total of 40 hours. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

• Dynamic Kids Ministry:
  Lead the implementation of a vibrant, engaging Kids Ministry that serves kids and families, creating an environment where children can grow spiritually and emotionally.
• Curriculum & Resources:
  Partner with the Mariners Kids team to unpack and implement the Mariners Kids strategy, ensuring that curriculum and resources are effective, age-appropriate, and aligned with the mission.
• Volunteer Pipeline Development:
  Cultivate a strong volunteer team by developing and maintaining a pipeline for volunteer growth, providing leadership opportunities for preteens, junior high, and high school students.
• Ministry Coaches:
  Empower and intentionally develop volunteer ministry coaches who are responsible for leading and caring for teams of volunteers, ensuring they feel supported and equipped.

• Lead Small Strategy:
  Champion the "Lead Small" philosophy by ensuring that every child is placed in a consistent small group with a dedicated leader. Create opportunities for kids to build meaningful relationships in their group.
• Relational Engagement:
  Foster a relationally engaging environment, where both kids and volunteers feel known and valued.

• Advocate for Families:
  Partner with parents to ensure they are resourced, encouraged, and equipped for their role as the primary spiritual leaders in their children’s lives.
• Faith Milestones:
  Champion key faith milestones for children and families, including leading experiences such as "I Believe" classes, baptisms, and child dedications. Provide intentional leadership in guiding families through these significant moments in their children’s faith journey.
• Special Events:
  Attend and participate in Mariners Kids special events, training meetings, and other ministry-wide events like VBS and Winter Camp. Ensure that kids' ministry events are engaging, well-executed, and aligned with the church’s values.
• Ministry-Wide
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with the Mariners Kids staff across the Mariners organization to share resources, ideas, and best practices. Work together to execute ministry-wide events.

• Compliance:
  Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, church policies, and best practices related to children’s ministry, including child safety, volunteer background checks, and risk management. Ensure all activities and operations align with Mariners Church’s values and legal requirements.
• Safety & Security:
  Uphold the highest standards for safety and security within the ministry, ensuring…