Student Pastor/Director

Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions; Harvest (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Capshaw Baptist Church in Harvest, Alabama seeks a full-time Student Pastor to shepherd middle school, high school, college students, and young adults. You will lead the student ministry, teach Scripture expositionally, and build a team of volunteers to disciple families in a rapidly growing region.

The role emphasizes gospel-centered, biblical leadership and teamwork with church elders and staff, guiding multi-generational discipleship and mission.

Qualifications

• Meets biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1).
• Committed to the authority and sufficiency of Scripture.
• Teaches in a gospel-centered, Christ-exalting manner.
• Has a passion for discipling students and equipping parents.
• Demonstrates humility, relational warmth, and theological conviction.
• Works well within a team of elders and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral leadership to middle, high school, college students, and young adults.
• Teach Scripture faithfully and expositionally.
• Develop and lead a team of volunteers and leaders.
• Build relationships with students and families.
• Create environments for discipleship, evangelism, and community.
• Integrate student ministry into the broader mission of the church.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Student ministry

Biblical teaching

Team leadership

Job description

The Student Pastor/Director is a full-time (40 hrs./week) staff position. The central function of this role is to assist in implementing Capshaw Baptist Church’s vision: Treasuring Jesus, Becoming Like Him Together, and Sharing His Gospel. The Student Ministry is an extension and integral part of the larger ministry at Capshaw. The Student Pastor will faithfully develop and lead the systems and structures of this ministry to support multi-generational discipleship in the church and community.

Introduction

Capshaw Baptist Church is a growing, reformed, gospel-centered church in North Alabama. We are prayerfully seeking a Student Pastor who will shepherd the next generation with theological depth, relational intentionality, and a clear commitment to the authority of Scripture. This is an opportunity to invest in a rapidly growing region where God is bringing people from across the nation and around the world—creating a strategic environment for disciple-making among students and families.

About Our Church

Capshaw Baptist Church is located in Harvest, Alabama, just minutes from Huntsville and Madison. Over the past several years, the Lord has been kind to grow and strengthen our church in both depth and number.

We Are

• Confessionally grounded in the Baptist Faith and Message (2000) and the Abstract of Principles (Statement of Theological Principles for Leaders at Capshaw)
• Committed to expositional, reformed, gospel-centered preaching and teaching
• Led by a plurality of elders Focused on making disciples through intentional community

God Has Allowed Us To

Strengthen our ecclesiology and leadership structure

• Launch and grow discipleship groups Expand and improve our campus to serve our people and community Reach new families in a rapidly growing area

About Our Region: North Alabama

Huntsville – A City of Innovation and Influence

Huntsville is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast and is nationally recognized for its leadership in technology, engineering, and defense. With major employers connected to aerospace, military, and research, the city draws highly skilled professionals and families from across the country.

This Creates a Unique Ministry Environment Where

• Many families are new to the area
• Students are intellectually engaged and future-oriented
• There is significant opportunity for evangelism and discipleship

Madison – A Thriving Family Community

Madison is widely known for its excellent school system and strong family culture. It is one of the most desirable places to live in North Alabama, especially for young families.

This Context Provides

• A high concentration of middle and high school students
• Parents who are engaged and invested in their children
• Opportunities to partner with families in intentional discipleship

Athens – A Community of Heritage and Growth

Athens offers a blend of small-town charm and steady expansion. With both long-standing families and new residents, it provides a relationally rich ministry context.

This Environment Fosters

• Long-term discipleship opportunities
• Deep community relationships
• Ministry that values presence, trust, and consistency

Why This Matters for Student Ministry

The Huntsville–Madison–Athens region is uniquely positioned for impactful student ministry:

• Rapid population growth brings new families consistently
• Cultural diversity from military, engineering, and local communities
• Strong academic environments shaping thoughtful students
• Spiritual need among families who may be successful but spiritually disconnected
• This is not maintenance ministry—this is mission field leadership.

The Opportunity

The Student Pastor Will

• Provide pastoral leadership to middle, high school, college students, and young adults
• Teach Scripture faithfully and expositionally
• Develop and lead a team of volunteers and leadersBuild relationships with students and families
• Create environments for discipleship, evangelism, and community
• Integrate student ministry into the broader mission of the church

The Ideal Candidate

We Are Seeking a Man Who

• Meets the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1)
• Is deeply committed to the authority and sufficiency of Scripture
• Teaches in a gospel-centered, Christ-exalting manner
• Has a passion for discipling students and equipping parents
• Demonstrates humility, relational warmth, and theological conviction
• Works well within a team of elders and staff

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• A rapidly growing and strategic ministry context
• A church committed to theological depth and biblical faithfulness
• A leadership culture that values discipleship and development
• A congregation eager to see the next generation reached and equipped

Final Word

We are seeking a shepherd who senses a call to invest his life in the next generation for the glory of Christ. If you are passionate about the gospel, committed to the Word, and eager to disciple students in a meaningful and lasting way,