Position Title:
Campus Pastor

Status: Full Time

Reports to: Executive Pastor of Discipleship

Position Objective: To provide pastoral leadership and oversight to campus-specific teaching and  ministries that shepherd individuals in a lifestyle of following Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

Explanation of Position Objective:

1.     “To provide pastoral leadership and oversight…”: The primary aim of this phrase is two-fold. First, it is expected that the person who fills this position is first and foremost a pastor/shepherd of God’s flock. In that, he should be recognized by the church as having met the characteristics of an Elder in the church (I Timothy 3, Titus 1). The task at hand is primarily pastoral in nature and thus requires personal commitments to spiritual growth as well as the professional ability to guide others toward spiritual vibrancy and protection. However, the task is not simply pastoral. This position requires a pastoral leader. In affirming this statement, this person should be gifted and committed to providing direction, vision and accountability to others under their leadership. The ability to cast vision, help others develop and implement practical goals and objectives, and the commitment to hold personnel and programs to stated levels of accountability and cohesion are vital in this role of leadership. (Ephesians 4:12)

2.     “…to select, campus specific ministries that shepherd individuals in a lifestyle of following Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior”: These ministries include various aspects of adult discipleship at Harvest including: assimilation/connections, group life and ministry, pastoral care, leadership development and teaching. Each of these ministries should have elements that specifically and measurably move persons to commitments, convictions and actions that demonstrate an ongoing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to the faith family at Harvest.

Spiritual and Character Qualifications:

The Campus Pastor must…

  • Have a clear testimony of salvation by faith in Jesus Christ

  • Have an evident and growing relationship with Jesus Christ that is marked by obedience, worship and mission

  • Have a consistent commitment to moral purity

  • Meet the biblical qualifications of an Elder (I Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9)

  • Be a self-starter with drive, passion and initiative

  • Be teachable and willing to be held accountable

  • Be a team player with a positive attitude and a heart for collaboration.

  • Be a ministry partner willing to voice concern and disagreement in a respectful way while following relationships of responsibility, leadership and team commitment

Professional Qualifications:

Experience:

  • At least 7 years in a full-time Christian ministry position

  • At least 3 years in a full-time Christian ministry leadership position with direct, measurable discipleship outcomes

Education:

  • Required bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

  • Expected graduate degree from an accredited Bible/Christian college or seminary.

Alignment and Ability:

  • Must enthusiastically embrace the doctrine, mission and discipleship philosophy of Harvest Church.

  • Must be able to articulate a biblical philosophy of personal discipleship and spiritual growth.

  • Must be able to articulate and incorporate a philosophy and methodology of biblical counseling.

  • Must be able to articulate and oversee the implementation of a developed philosophy and methodology of family discipleship.

  • Must be familiar with current philosophies and trends in church ministry with specific emphasis on Small Group discipleship and One-to-One disciple-making strategies.

Leadership:

  • Must be able to lead others effectively in appropriate authority/responsibility relationships.

  • Must be able to cast vision, strategically plan and maintain programs that will allow for an expectant environment of discipleship.

Position Description:

Be the primary Shepherd-Leader for a local campus/congregation of Harvest Church

  • Preach excellent, expository messages as a contributing member of the Harvest teaching team. (25-28 weekends per year)

  • Direct pastoral care and shepherding activity for the campus in collaboration with other members of the Pastoral Leadership Team, Elders and Deacons

  • Articulate campus vision and strategy consistent with the overall Harvest Church mission and strategic plan

  • Counsel various attendees of Harvest when available and as needed

Be the primary Discipleship Pastor for a local campus/congregation of Harvest Church

  • Plan, implement and manage campus-specific disciple-making ministries

    • Life Groups

    • D-Groups

    • Freedom Groups

    • EQUIP

    • Leadership Development

  • Invest personally in the campus assimilation process through regular contact with new visitors and continuing contact with attendees at key steps in the assimilation process.

  • Collaborate with other Harvest Church staff in an effective strategic planning process for all areas of Adult Discipleship ministries at Harvest, along with campus specific contextualization

  • Collaborate with other members of the Pastoral Leadership Team, Elders and Deacons in the mentoring and development of potential leaders 

Be the primary Staff Coach and Encourager for a local campus/congregation of Harvest Church

  • Collaborate with the Executive Pastor of Ministry Operations for campus staff oversight and ministry execution

  • Coach the Campus Team (staff and volunteers) toward ministry effectiveness and organizational cohesion

  • Supervise support staff as needed

  • Insure cohesive ministry philosophy and methodology from campus to campus

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and Benefits to be determined by Board of Elders in agreement with the Harvest Staff/Employee Manual

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to Marty Baker, Executive Director of Operations at mbaker@harvestindy.org