Associate Location Pastor

Celebration Church; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Celebration Church in Central Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Associate Location Pastor to oversee Groups, Connections, and Outreach at a designated church location, while fulfilling pastoral responsibilities. The ALP will support the Location Pastor, lead staff, promote growth initiatives, coordinate events, and partner with attendees and Dream Team members to foster a thriving church community.

This role requires maturation in Christian faith, at least two years pastoral experience, an

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent seminary/related experience).
• Minimum two years pastoral experience (or equivalent church/ministry experience).
• Advanced Biblical training is a plus.
• Experience communicating from the platform.

Responsibilities

• Carry and implement the vision and culture of Celebration Church.
• Lead Groups & Connections to foster community and spiritual growth.
• Coordinate with central ministry staff to ensure processes run well at the location.
• Pastor and care for attendees to support development and wellbeing.
• Oversee weekend services and platform speaking as rostered.
• Maintain confidentiality and accountability within Dream Team leadership.

Skills

Pastoral care

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Pastor care

Education

Undergraduate degree or seminary

Two years pastoral experience

Advanced Biblical training

Experience communicating from the platform

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Central Austin - Austin, TX 78756

Position Type: Full Time

Associate Location Pastor

Summary of Role

The Associate Location Pastor (ALP) supports the location pastor through oversight of Groups, Connections, and Outreach ministry operations and providing a pastoral presence at a designated church location. The ALP will also fulfill general pastoral responsibilities of a Celebration Church pastor.

Position Status & Schedule

• Clergy
• Exempt
• Full-time (40 hours)
• Sunday through Thursday: hours vary per week dependent on events scheduled; will include weekends and evenings
• Christmas, Easter, Pursuit Weeks (January/August), and Dream Team Appreciation service dates and times are blackout days for time off. Other events will be required outside of your regular schedule; you will be informed in advance of these requirements.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Leadership

• Carry and implement the vision and culture of Celebration Church
• Implement location growth/health initiatives towards goals and standards defined by the Location Pastor
• Collaborate with central ministry staff teams to ensure processes and systems for ministries and events are executed with excellence at the location level
• Pastor and care for attendees to further their spiritual and personal development
• Maintain healthy relationships with strategic groups of people (location leaders, Dream Team leads, etc.)
• Participate in social media promotion of location happenings
• Participate in broadcast location services and experiences as requested
• Ensure staff direct reports are led, developed, and supported within their areas, as assigned
• Attend location leadership and staff meetings
• Fulfill pastoral responsibilities as outlined in the Pastoral Role Essentials agreement

Weekend Services

• Own the quality of the weekend service experience in collaboration with location staff and Dream Team leads for Guest Experience, Connections, and Kids
• Pastoral point for any problems or concerns that arise during weekend services
• Collaborate with location staff on the execution of weekend services and related activities/events
• Platform speaking activities: offering moments, prayer transitions, welcome/close, preach as rostered
• Be present at all Dream Team Huddles; share inspirational thought or prayer as requested

Groups/Connections (GC)

• Oversee implementation of Connection Point at the location
• Ensure Small Group leaders create healthy environments for attendees to build community, encourage spiritual growth, and foster a culture of care
• Monitor Connections experiences, ensuring the vision and culture of the church is represented well
• Point of contact for GC leaders; support leaders with communication, set up, and facility request needs
• Manage location-specific GC workflows and boards within the Rock church database for all associated groups and connection activities (e.g., Group Leader applications, new small group submissions, maintain Dream Team rosters, directory maintenance, identifying challenges and needs within these areas, etc.)
• Write, schedule, and send communication to leaders
• Maintain Groups and Connections calendars; schedule trainings, events, and meetings
• Identify and recruit emerging leaders in these areas
• Provide training opportunities for and conduct coaching conversations with GC leaders
• Work with Pastoral Care to ensure Dream Team and attendee pastoral care needs are identified and met

Outreach

• Coordinate location Outreach campaigns and Serve opportunities
• Point of contact for local community leaders/partners
• Equip the location and Dream Teams with communication and resources for Outreach initiatives and projects
• Ensure Outreach Leaders are supported and cared for
• Assist with all Outreach areas: Serve Saturday, Correctional Facilities, Disaster Relief, Missions

Financial and Administrative

• Provide metrics (attendance, Dream Team data, etc.) and status (ministry health, leader updates, etc.) on all areas above to location pastor and central leadership teams as requested
• Purchase supplies for Groups and Connections areas as needed
• Support on‑site small groups for set up, space reservation, and facility request needs
• Timecard management, performance reviews, and goal setting for assigned team members
• Assist with annual budgeting and monthly budget updates

Requirements

• Mature Christian who calls Celebration Church home and supports the Church’s culture, vision, and values
• Unwavering commitment to place Christ first in all you do
• Desire to ensure people are known, loved and celebrated
• Continually seeking growth with Christ and encouraging others to do the same
• Passion for excellence, always looking to improve
• Deep understanding of the value of being part of a family that is unified for a greater cause
• Must have completed all steps of Connection Point within 60 days of hire

Competencies

• A love of people and a passion for them to connect to Christ, Church, and their Call
• Natural ability and willingness to pastor and care for people
• Maturity and compassion with others in dealing with spiritual issues
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Strategic thinker who can mobilize and direct people to reach common goals
• Ability to attract, identify, and lead other motivated leaders
• Capable of seeing the big picture, and understands the importance of strategy and details
• Maintain strictest confidentiality of information and conversations while pastoring and caring for attendees and Dream Team in times of need and development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized and detail-oriented

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent seminary or other related experience)
• Minimum two years pastoral experience (or equivalent church/ministry experience)
• Advanced Biblical training a plus
• Experience communicating from the platform

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office and Church facility.
• Must be able to position self to maintain supplies and equipment on lower shelves and in closets.
• Frequently move supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
• Constantly work in an open office environment
• Ability to work outside in various climates and temperatures

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Celebration Church is an equal employment opportunity employer to the extent required by law applicable to religious institutions. This job description is not inclusive and often includes other responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change and/or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.