Job Title: NextGen Pastor
Department: Kids and Student Ministries
Reports To: Lead Pastor & Executive Director
Location: 54205 Washington St, New Baltimore, MI 48047
Job Summary:
The NextGen Pastor at Watermark Church is a dynamic and engaging role responsible for overseeing and leading the Kids and Student ministries, covering age ranges from newborns to 12th grade. This position focuses on cultivating a nurturing and inclusive environment that encourages spiritual growth, community engagement, and leadership development among children and students. By training and managing volunteer leaders, planning impactful events, and building meaningful connections with families, the NextGen Pastor plays a crucial role in the spiritual and community life of the church.
Required Competencies:
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in planning and budget management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to connect with people of all ages and stages of faith.
- Experience in volunteer mobilization and team building.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and oversee programs for Kids and Student ministries that promote spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Train, manage, and support volunteer leaders across all children's and youth activities.
- Plan and execute kids' events aimed at attracting new families to the church.
- Create a welcoming and supportive environment for families and foster connections within the community.
- Regularly design and execute a new theme for the Kids classrooms that ties in with the curriculum.
- Organize Youth Rallies, small groups, and events that engage middle and high school students.
- Conduct contact work with students, for example attending their extracurricular events, hosting social gatherings, or going out for a meal.
- Collaborate with church leadership and other departments to ensure the success of ministry initiatives.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in pastoral or children's ministry leadership.
- Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Christian Education, or a related field (preferred).
- Strong capability in managing and developing volunteers.
- Exceptional ability to plan, organize, and execute events.
- Deep commitment to the spiritual development and well-being of children and youth.
To Apply: Email rj@watermarkchurchmi.com with your resume if you are interested.
