Associate Pastor Full Time

Associate Pastor Information and Job Description

River Oaks Church is seeking a full-time experienced Associate Pastor to assist the senior pastor in leading a Godly and devoted congregation.  The Associate Pastor needs to possess a heart to create disciples, a deep grounding in Biblical Truth, an ability to oversee and lead various programs, a passion for evangelism, and most importantly, the characteristics outlined in Titus 1: 6-9 and 1 Timothy 3: 1-7.  Located in one of the fastest growing areas in the nation, River Oaks Church sits at the western edge of St. Charles County in Foristell, Missouri, on over 5 acres.  River Oaks Church is an elder led church and offers the congregation contemporary worship over two services each Sunday, active small groups, strong women’s and men’s ministries, a fantastic children’s program, and a devoted group of youth.  

In addition to the land we own, the River Oaks Church facilities include two buildings – the main building with a sanctuary, kitchen, large foyer, and classrooms; and the discipleship building, which houses offices, two classrooms, and our youth area.  The facility also includes a large covered patio, outdoor basketball courts, an outdoor playground, and a great deal of ground for future expansion.  The Associate Pastor position is one of shared oversight of the facility and its varied uses for outreach and fellowship.  

The River Oaks Associate Pastor will be responsible for:

• Oversight and leadership of youth and children’s ministries; 
• Working in concert with the Senior Pastor in all areas of ministry;
• Shared oversight and coordination of church activities and ministries;
• Providing stand-alone and sermon series as needed and according to a schedule;
• Providing pastoral counseling and care for the congregation;
• Assisting in the oversight and use of the River Oaks Church facility;
• His own personal growth as a leader, as well as his willingness to assume responsibilities in the church for areas of need; 
• Living as a testament to Christ-like principles as an example to the church.

The River Oaks Associate Pastor should:

• Above all, have a deep knowledge of the Bible, and be adept at teaching it during Sunday sermons and in small group settings;
• Communicate effectively with multiple groups and in varied settings;
• Be courageous in speech and action, boldly proclaiming God’s word and Biblical truths;
• Have a heart for the lost;
• Support mission work, both locally and throughout the world;
• Create Disciples for Christ;
• Possess a great deal of self-motivation, confidence, and the ability to lead;
• Integrate personal vision and beliefs into the existing core beliefs and vision of the church;
• Be a scholar, continuing to study God’s word in order to strengthen the church;
• Be open and prepared for ministry and career advancement within the church.

Please send questions, a cover letter, a resume, and any other documentation to [email protected].