Children's Pastor

Hillcrest Church is looking for a full-time Children’s Pastor who will passionately love and disciple the children ages birth through 5^th grade and the families of Hillcrest Church while building meaningful bridges into the community of Whatcom County, inviting a diverse community of young people to be fully known and fully loved. We are committed to continuously working toward being a place that more fully represents the beautiful multi-ethnic and multi-generational Kingdom of God, providing authentic hope, genuine compassion, and spiritually deep community for all people.

Set in the heart of Fairhaven, a seaside district of Bellingham, Washington, Hillcrest Church is a vibrant community of about 1,300 Jesus followers who are seeking to partner with Him in every season of life. We desire to be a hub of hope: building bridges into our neighborhood, and making space at our tables to invite people into real and honest community with both Jesus and His people.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the requirements listed below:

• Previous ministry experience working with children and families.
• Educational background and/or qualifications in biblical theology or equivalent.
• Educational background of teaching or administrative level education a plus (?)
• Experience in people management including large and small event coordination and teams or volunteer groups.
• Proficient in software use, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Google Drive and virtual meeting spaces.
• Has experience with departmental budgeting and the keeping of records and receipts for credible accounting.
• Holds a valid driver’s license and has a clean driving record.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and oral.

Desired Character

• Demonstrates a life that is committed to integrity, honesty, and meaningful Christ-centered, biblically-based spiritual growth.
• Able to be self-reflective, curious, and forward-thinking when it comes to their own learning and development.
• Ability to be flexible in daily tasks, as role often requires change with the unpredictable nature of children-focused care.
• Passion for children and family units to thrive in life together and in community 

Primary Duties

• Is able to inspire and equip the next generation through both intellectually and spiritually deep teaching; teaching young children to love God with their heart, mind, and spirit.
• Sees, values, and champions the integration of children into the wider community of Hillcrest Church. Pursues meaningful ways to foster multi-generational participation in the mission of Hillcrest in order to fully express the Kingdom of God in our worship services.
• Is able to foster a strong ministry team of core leaders and volunteers, who are equipped and committed to mentoring and caring for children.
• Relates to, demonstrates awareness of, and navigates the nuances of the broader community culture at Hillcrest and in the Pacific Northwest.

Desired Ministry Approach

• Passionate about sharing life with children and their families through investing in deep and meaningful Christ-centered, biblically-rooted discipleship at both the personal and group level. 
• Missional in creating an invitational space that children and families find welcoming and safe.
• Highly relational across diverse and multiple generations, desiring to connect with children, their families, and leaders.
• Desires to work on a large and highly integrated team that prioritizes collective spiritual health and a culture of modeled mission, mutual trust, shared responsibility, healthy communication/conflict, and accountability.
• Creative, energetic, and ambitious in casting vision.

https://www.hcbellingham.com/childrens-pastor/