Now Hiring Assistant Pastor

The Assistant Pastor at April Sound Church serves as a pastoral leader who empowers, equips, and shepherds people. The role also develops and cares for systems that build up the Church and advance our vision and values, in partnership with and under the direction of the Lead Pastor. The ideal candidate has a passion for the local church and a proven track record of helping it thrive.

Time Expectations:

Full Time
Typical work weeks are 45 hours with some seasons of increased intensity (Holy Week, end of Summer, etc).

Regular office hours
Office hours allow you to be accessible for staff and church members. We encourage non-remote work due to a high value on teamwork, accessibility, fellowship, and incarnational ministry.

Church Attendance
Staff should expect to attend most Sundays, should not miss more than four Sundays a year. Staff should expect to be present for major Church holidays (Christmas and Easter) and significant church-wide events.

Primary Job Duties:

Guiding Ministries & Leaders

• Recruit, equip, enrich, and empower ministry leaders.

• Help nurture vision & values and work with staff to align their goals accordingly.

• Uphold ministry leader guidelines and expectations 

Implement & Maintain Effective Church Systems

• Maintain Church Management Software & Database

• Oversee and maintain guest assimilation and discipleship pathway

• Develop effective ministry and discipleship structures to move towards overall Church vision

• Care for and improve existing ministries

Oversee & Coordinate Church Wide Events & Gatherings

• Assistant in coordinating and planning worship services & special services as needed, including preaching rotation & sermon series development.

• Give oversight to Membership Classes, Ministry Fair, Small Group Socials, Church Work Day, Team Night, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Evident relationship with Jesus Christ in accordance with fruit of the Spirit & beatitudes

• Passion for the gospel

• Commitment to support the doctrines of the Church

• Proficient Biblical, Liturgical, and Theological knowledge

• Proficient computer & tech knowledge

• Administrative and Organizational giftings

• Demonstrated history of leading and serving within a local church, including responsibility for people or ministry areas

• Self-motivated

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interdenominational knowledge & ecumenical heart.

• Bachelor’s in Ministry or Related Field

• Denominational ordination or licensing.

• An appreciation of rich traditions of the church and historic Christianity (Church Fathers, Creeds, Liturgies, etc.)

• Additional skill set like photography, videography, social media, worship, etc.

Assistant Pastor Salary and Benefits

• $50,000-$65,000 a year based on qualifications & experience

To Apply:

Email keith@soundchurchtx.com with your:

• resume (include photo)

• cover letter

• 3 references