Lead Pastor Full Time

About Hillview Baptist Church

Hillview Baptist Church is located in Kennewick, Washington. We have an average of 70 people on Sunday morning. We are seeking a man to fill a lead pastor position either working full-time, or can be bi-vocational.  A few years previous pastor experience is preferred but not a requirement. The ideal candidate is someone with a heart for pastoral care, able to preach, teach and lead the church in the fulfillment of the Great Commission. We are a Southern Baptist Church ascribing to the doctrinal statement of “The Baptist Faith and Message” 2000 edition. Our congregation is a mature demographic with a few younger families. We have a desire to reach out to our community including all ages and cultural groups.

Expectations

● Bible College or Seminary education is preferred.

● Familiarity with or previous experience in Southern Baptist Convention or Northwest Baptist Convention churches.

● Some administrative experience and is comfortable with the use of technology for effective communication.

● Preach and teach the Word of God in a variety of styles during weekly services and Bible studies.

● Provide spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and counseling to members.

● The ability to effectively train and empower church leaders.

● Lead the church in outreach and evangelism efforts within the community.

● Promote missionary endeavors, home and foreign, including the Northwest Baptist Convention and the Southern Baptist Convention missions’ offerings (Annie Armstrong, Lottie Moon, etc).

● Serve as a member of the church leadership team.

● Maintain some business hours in the church building through the week. (This can be discussed and can be flexible.)

● Pay attention to the condition of the church building and grounds; promote good maintenance and stewardship.

● Guide the Church in vision, growth, and discipleship.

● Encourage the church to participate in the ministries and meetings of the Columbia Basin Baptist Association and the Northwest Baptist Convention.

Salary & Package

● $63,500/year for 2026. There is an older parsonage on the property that could be available for housing.

To apply email resume to [email protected]