Port Orange Christian Church – Next Gen Pastor

Point of Contact Name:

Megan Ponce

Name of Church:

Port Orange Christian Church

Church Address:

904 Taylor Rd
Port Orange, Florida 32119

Church Phone:

(386) 322-9811

Email:

meganp@pocc.faith

Position Hiring:

Next Gen Pastor

Description of Position/Benefits/Church:

Port Orange Christian Church
Next Gen Pastor (Birth – 12th Grade)
Job Description Hours: (Full-Time) Approximately 40+ hours per week
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. Be a member in good standing.
3. A desire to teach and mentor young people with patience and an accepting heart.
4. Have an educational background in Christian Ministries, Biblical Studies, or a related field
and be either Licensed or Ordained in the Christian Church.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
– Ignite a desire for a genuine relationship with Christ and to equip young people for the spiritual
battle they are in.
– Support the overall ministry of Port Orange Christian Church by leading young people and
their families to follow Jesus.
– Encourage and equip parents to develop a Biblical worldview in their children.
– Promote Scripture reading, study and memorizing, prayer, and personal Bible reading.
– To teach a Bible based curriculum and encourage a Biblical based lifestyle among young
people.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
The Next Gen Pastor is Responsible to the Elders of POCC, working directly under the
supervision of the Lead Pastor and Operations Manager. The position of Next Gen Pastor is a
fulltime responsibility with regular office hours Monday-Thursday as established by the Elders
of POCC. Business or teaching responsibilities outside those of POCC must have the approval
of the Elders of POCC. The position of Next Gen Pastor will be evaluated annually by the Lead
Pastor and Operations Manager.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
– Responsibility to provide the oversight and leadership of Children’s Ministries that include:
Weekend, Mid-Week, Nursery, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Children’s Church, Special
Events, Vacation Bible School, Camp, etc.
– Responsibility to provide the oversight and leadership of Student Ministries that include: Teen
Classes & Bible Studies, Youth Service, Special Events, Camp, etc.
– Oversee the setup and operation of all related Children’s Ministry environments on Sunday
morning including check-in, individual children’s environments, security, check out, setup and
tear down.
– Adapt and prepare curriculum for Children’s & Student Ministry.
– Invite, train and empower volunteers to provide leadership within the Children’s & Student
Ministries. Recruit, background check, train, pray for, and involve new ministry
volunteers. Follow up with people that indicate interest in volunteering with either Children’s or
Student Ministries.
– Maintain a monthly volunteer schedule that is available/sent to volunteers.
– Create and effectively manage the Children’s and Student Ministry budgets.
– Maintain the Children’s and Student Ministry environment, rooms, cabinets, and resources.
– Communicate consistently with parents as well as provide the tools they need for spiritual
leadership. Oversee communication between the church, children, and/or students, and
families. Provide resources for parents and families as needed.
– Communicate weekly and meet monthly with Children’s Ministry and Student Ministry leaders
in order to build ownership and equip them to lead other volunteers.
– Create systems and events to thank and appreciate both Children’s and Student Ministry
Volunteers.
– Create and/or maintain both a Children’s Ministry and Student Ministry “brand” within Port
Orange Christian Church, including a name, theme, décor, graphics, website, etc.
– Participate in weekly staff meetings and other meetings as scheduled.
– Willing to work with area churches to advance the Kingdom.
OTHER GENERAL EXPECTATIONS INCLUDE:
– Should always exhibit professionalism demonstrated by a well-groomed appearance,
conscientious work ethic, be willing and able to work at a fast pace within a variety of settings
and circumstances, with composure and flexibility.
– Should be ever conscious of the need for confidentiality.
– Should exercise discernment and wise judgment.
– Should be a person who gives attention to details with an eye for excellence.
– Should be a self-starter, good at multi-tasking and prioritizing projects.
– Endorse and support the local church and her mission.
– Be willing to support events outside of your ministry.
– Maintain personal spiritual development through Bible reading, prayer, and Christian
community.
– Be loyal to the vision and staff of Port Orange Christian Church and always protect the unity of
the church.