College Heights Baptist Church

Position: Pastor of Ministry Development

Term: Long-Term Ministry
Location: Prince George BC

Ministry Info

PASTOR OF MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT
Re: Job Opportunity for Pastor of Ministry Development
College Heights Baptist Church has an exciting opportunity for a newly
created pastoral position for an individual with strong administrative
giftings to pursue their calling to ministry in the church. Working with
CHBC’s existing staff team, key elements of this position will involve
providing leadership within a variety of equipping ministries, functioning
as the key staff representative for the various boards and committees,
and assisting in areas of pastoral care and counselling.
College Heights Baptist Church is located in a young and vibrant
community within Prince George, British Columbia. If you join us on
Sunday worship service you’ll notice people of various ages and diverse
backgrounds unified in worshipping God and seeking His will for their lives
through the study of the Bible. We average about 400 worshipers on a
Sunday morning.

REPORTS TO: Lead Pastor and Council of Elders
STATUS: Full-time Salaried Position

JOB VISION: The Pastor of Ministry Development is responsible to invest his gifts in helping the believers at College Heights Baptist Church to “thrill the heart of God by making followers of Jesus who are able to help others follow Him.”
KEY AREAS OF LEADERSHIP: The Pastor of Ministry Development leads very broadly across the life of the church. The areas of leadership below may be accomplished directly, by delegation to others, or in collaboration with and development of teams of volunteers.
Church Board and Committees — The Pastor of Ministry Development will be actively involved on the Church Board, seeking to encourage and support other Board members. He will also be available to help with any matters that arise from other CHBC committees (ie - trustees, missions, nominating, IT, budget).
Administrative Assistance — This may involve supporting the Lead Pastor and the volunteer ministry leaders as they fulfill action items that arise from various committee meetings.
Deacon Ministry — This ministry assists the Council of Elders and pastoral staff with the nurturing and care of College Heights Baptist Church. As the leader of this ministry, the Pastor of Ministry Development will oversee the recruitment, encouragement, and resourcing of our Deacons.
Care Groups — This includes a thorough evaluation of the current ministry, setting direction for future growth, recruitment of leaders, oversight of curriculum and training, and encouraging congregational participation.
Membership Process — Provide opportunities for those new to CHBC to learn about the church and how they can become members. This also includes ensuring our membership list is up-to-date.
‘In His Care’ — Ensure that all who are working with vulnerable people at CHBC receive this training.
Recruiting and Equipping Volunteers — Provide opportunities for people to discover their spiritual gifts and begin using them within our church family and community. This can happen through formal programs and classes or more informally through one-on-one meetings.
Pastoral Care — Along with our Council of Elders and other CHBC staff, ensure adequate pastoral care is available to all who need encouragement. This will include being available to those in crisis, pastoral counselling (as able), pre-marriage preparation, weddings, funerals, and visitation.
Provide Support for the Lead Pastor — This includes willingness to be involved in various worship service aspects.
Representing CHBC within the community as opportunities arise.

EXPECTATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Exhibits a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a deep dependence on God through prayer.
• Affirms CHBC’s Statement of Beliefs and membership upon joining staff.
• Demonstration of qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3 for Christian elders/pastors.
• Alignment with and active support of CHBC’s heart, mission, and priorities.
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and decision-making abilities.
Gifted in, and demonstrates a love for administration, leadership, and serving others.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team setting.
• Willing to undertake a wide variety of ministry roles.
• Loyal, honest, humble, teachable, flexible, and dependable.
• Extensive and active pastoral experience with a church or Christian ministry.
• An undergraduate degree in pastoral studies is preferred, or a certificate/diploma from an accredited Bible school.

For more information about our community and church visit
http://moveupprincegeorge.ca and http:/www.mychbc.ca.
Applications will be considered as they are received. The posting will remain open until August
31, 2025 or until the position is filled.

Contact Info

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact
information of three references to [email protected].
For further information regarding the position, such as relocation
incentives, salary range and benefits, contact our search committee chair,
Mark LeRuez, at 250-565-8917 or Pastor Curtis Reimer at 250-964-4181.