Associate Pastor Job Description
Church Description: Central Coast Assembly of God, (CCAG) began as a Sunday School in 1931 and was affiliated with the Assemblies of God in 1943. We have a blended congregation of children, youth and adults of all ages. There are about 110 adherents and approximately 200 people who consider CCAG their church home. CCAG has been meeting at its present 12,000 sq. ft. building since 1968.
City and County Description: Newport, Oregon is a city of approximately 10,116 people with 99% urban and 1% rural. Population change since 2000 was approximately 6.1%. Demographics: Males: 4,556 (45.0%); Females: 5,560 (55.0%); Median resident age: 44.4 years. White: 7,621 or 73.1%; Hispanic: 1,764 or 16.9%; Two or more races 526 or 5%; Black: 126 or 1.2%; American Indian: 124 or 1.2%; Asian: 118 or 1.1%; Other races: 97 or .9%; Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander: 66 or .6%.
Estimated per capita income in 2016: $26,763 (it was $20,580 in 2000). Estimated median house or condo value in 2016: $254,464 (it was $132,100 in 2000). Median gross rent in 2016: $892 (this has increased significantly in the past 3 years).
Lincoln County Population in 2016: 47,988 (62% urban, 38% rural); 44,479 in 2000.
Religion Statistics for Lincoln County in 2016: (city-data.com)
Position Overview: Works with the Senior Pastor in developing, implementing and facilitating the ministries of Central Coast Assembly of God, (CCAG). Loves people, connects with the community, shares the good news and makes disciples. Depends on prayer, the Word of God and the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Senior Pastor
Skills and Qualifications: Has a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Is called by God to full-time ministry. Engages with the Word of God and is dependent on prayer. Is Spirit-filled and Spirit-led. Is committed to personal growth, servant leadership, healthy relationships, and being one in the spirit with the Senior Pastor and leadership at CCAG. Is an energetic, organized, and self-motivated. Is a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Has a passion for connecting people to God and to CCAG. Demonstrates the ability to recruit, train, and support volunteers. Is excited by the opportunity to work with a church that desires to see growth in people’s lives and their participation in ministry. Has ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience. Is in good standing with the network/district. Has 2 to 5 years’ experience in a related ministry position.
Hours: Position is part-time (25 to 30 hours per week) and will grow to full-time in 1 to 2 years. Person assuming this role could be bi-vocational or their spouse could engage in non-church employment to supplement their income.
Compensation Package: A monthly salary which includes housing, medical insurance, taxes, retirement and other related expenditures. Other compensation: Approved mileage reimbursement @ IRS rate. Annual Conference/Event allowance. Reimbursement for other allowable and approved expenses.
Central Coast Assembly of God, (CCAG) began as a Sunday School in 1931 and was affiliated with the Assemblies of God in 1943. We have a blended congregation of children, youth and adults of all ages. There are about 110 adherents and approximately 200 people who consider CCAG their church home. CCAG has been meeting at its present 12,000 sq. ft. building since 1968.
