Worship and Youth Pastor

First Baptist Church of Bonners Ferry, ID

About the Role

We are seeking a Worship Pastor and/or Youth Pastor to join our team. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision of the Senior Pastor.

Qualifications

• Be a man of mature Christian character whose life reflects the characteristics of 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.
• Subscribe to the 2000 Baptist Faith and Message, Constitution, By-Laws, goals, and policies of First Baptist Church.
• A Bachelor’s Degree or comparable experience in music, youth, Biblical studies, or a related ministry field of study preferred.

Responsibilities

Worship Pastor

• Plan and organize all worship services in cooperation with the Senior Pastor.
• Act as primary worship leader.
• Select, train, schedule, and rehearse Praise Team members, including instrumentalists and vocalists.
• Prepare and coordinate visual projection of song lyrics for worship services.
• Prepare and coordinate visual graphics and slide presentations for sermons and event promotions.
• Develop a yearly Ministry Budget.
• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for Worship and Audio/Visual teams.
• Knowledge of or experience with current music, planning, and presentation software.
• Knowledge and operational experience with digital sound boards and general sound equipment.
• Maintain lobby TV graphics, hearing-aid monitor system, and audio/visual computers.
• Provide assistance at special events (weddings, funerals, and other church functions).
• Perform other duties as assigned, including removing stage equipment for events when needed.

Youth Pastor (Grades 6-12)

• Provide oversight of Youth Ministry (including curriculum, activities, etc.).
• Organize and coordinate a balanced approach to student ministry that includes Bible study, discipleship training, outreach, recreation, fellowship, and mission action.
• Provide Christian guidance and pastoral care to meet the special needs of young people and their parents.
• Keep up to date on the latest educational methods, trends, and lingo for this age group.
• Maintain a consistent Wednesday night youth group and Sunday school class.
• Be familiar with computers/software for social media, event promotion, and graphics as needed.
• Be available to attend and/or coordinate sign-ups for a high school summer camp.
• Develop a yearly Ministry budget.
• Be available nights and weekends for scheduled youth ministry events as well as to work with the pastor in making emergency pastoral care visits as needed.
• Visit prospects and members related to Youth Ministry.
• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers to help with Youth Ministry activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.