Youth Pastor / Director

Our Mission:

Evanglical Chinese Church (ECC) strives to be a Missional Church. We seek to help people come into a relationship with Christ, grow and mature their faith through the Holy Spirit, be transformed into His likeness, share God’s love with those around us, and be a blessing to the community and world to the glory of God.

Our Mission Motto is: Faith to Faith, Life to Life, Generation to Generation.

The Position:

ECC is looking for a dynamic Christian leader who agrees with our statement of faith and is committed to being an active member of our church community. We are seeking a full-time Youth Pastor/Director to minister to and oversee a vibrant, growing youth ministry (YM) based at the Redmond Campus (RED). The pastor/director will work with the other English-speaking pastors in a team-based ministry approach to facilitate the overall church mission and vision and provide direction to the youth ministry. The pastor/director will also work with the Ministry Council, Youth Ministry Staff, and volunteers to coordinate and administer an effective youth ministry and provide leadership to co-laborers, the congregation, parents, and youth, helping them find Christ and grow spiritually.

• Pay Range is $57k-$73k for a non-ordained Minister/Pastor and $62k-$78k for an ordained Minister/Pastor.

• We offer medical and dental insurance, PTO, and sick leave.

• Generous 403(b) retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements:

• Pastoral Track: Seminary graduate with a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.

• Director Track: College or Bible School graduate with some seminary education. Opportunity is available for further studies, including a master’s degree.

• Previous experience with ministry to primarily English-speaking youth is preferred.

• Spiritually mature with a vision and passion for discipleship, outreach, and evangelism.

• A team player with strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. (Experience in managing and cultivating volunteers is a plus.)

• Ability to carry out counseling with youth and parents on youth-related family issues.

• Familiar with both Chinese and American cultures or willing to learn cross-cultural ministry.

Responsibilities:

• Mentor and develop leadership in counselors, youth leaders, youth, and volunteers.

• Plan and organize programs and events for all youth programs, including mid-week student ministry gatherings, Sunday school, and Sunday youth worship services.

• Plan and execute special events.

• Provide pastoral care and visitation to youth and their families.

• Provide vision and administration for the youth ministry department.

• Collaborate with other ECC pastors and leaders to execute a dynamic vision and goals for our growing youth ministry.

• Physical requirements: speak, hear, see, walk, stand, use a computer, maintain physical and emotional stamina for leading and participating in youth events, lift 25 lbs.

The Location:

This Youth Pastor/Director position is based in Redmond, Washington. Due to the proximity to the incoming light rail station, we expect this area to be booming in population growth with ample local evangelism opportunities for the foreseeable future.

Why Should You Apply?

• You will be working with an experienced pastoral staff who are dedicated to help with the transition into your new role.

• ECC offers flexible hours and a WFH policy to maximize your ministry potential as well as work-life balance.

• ECC offers excellent tuition reimbursement if you are interested in pursuing a higher degree.

• Apply today by forwarding your cover letter, resume, and application form to resume@eccseattle.org.