University Minister Full Time

University Heights Baptist Church in Stillwater, Oklahoma (www.uheights.church), is looking for a
full-time University Minister. Our church is located only one block from the southeastern corner of the
Oklahoma State University campus. This church was founded with a primary focus of ministering to
college students. Over its multi-decade existence, this focus has remained intact

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:
The University Minister at University Heights Baptist Church (UHBC) has primary responsibility for
directing the education and discipleship training of undergraduate, graduate and international university
students affiliated with UHBC, and for coordinating and promoting church and service programs for
university students in cooperation with the church membership, church staff, and University Ministry
Committee.
JOB CLASSIFICATION:
This is a full-time position based on a 40-hour work week.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
The University Minister reports directly to the Church Administrator with oversight by the Senior Pastor
(or other designated staff member) and coordinates when appropriate with all the church staff in planning,
scheduling, and directing the education and discipleship training of university students. The Minister
leads in the direction of the University Ministry with support from and consultation with the University
Ministry Committee.
“The University Ministry Committee’s primary responsibility is to support the university ministry
by working with university students in planning, promoting and conducting this ministry.” (UHBC
Bylaws)
The University Minister is responsible to the UHBC church membership through the church’s Personnel
Committee for employment requirements and responsibilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Following is a general list of basic required duties. The University Minister will be subject to the church’s
Constitution and Personnel Policy and is guided under the direct supervision of the Church Administrator
with oversight by the Senior Pastor and Personnel Committee. This list is not inclusive of all of the
activities and functions, and other duties may be assigned by the Minister’s supervisor:
• Serve as the primary contact person for the University Ministry at UHBC.
• Meet regularly with the University Ministry Committee for support and to coordinate,
Evaluate, implement activities, and enhance mission, vision, and programs.
• Provide direction and leadership for the University Ministry’s education programs by
coordinating and promoting Bible study, Sunday School, discipleship training, mentoring, and
service activities.• Plan and direct all University Ministry-related activities such as mission trips, retreats,
graduation Sunday, seminars, banquets, and other special events.
• Advise in the use of materials, equipment, supplies, and space by university students in all
church areas.
• Provide Christian guidance to meet the unique needs of university students and their friends.
• Oversee and coordinate tasks and ministry with the UHBC University interns and Sibley
Endowment scholarship interns.
• Provide structure, feedback, and evaluation to the UHBC University interns.
• Provide regular reports (at least each semester) to the University Ministry Committee, Sibley
Endowment foundation, and special scholarship endowment.
• Work with program leaders, teachers, and appropriate staff members to resolve philosophical,
procedural, and scheduling challenges affecting the University Ministry.
• Develop a program of outreach to undergraduate, graduate, and international university
students and university-aged people.
• Keep up-to-date on Christian education methods, technology, and social media and incorporate
them appropriately in the University Ministry.
• Prepare, administer, and stay within the University Ministry budget.
• Comply with all established church policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal
and state laws.
• On occasion, be available nights and weekends for University Ministry needs, as well as to
Work with the Senior Pastor in making emergency pastoral care visits as needed.
• Visit prospects and members related to the ministry to university students and as assigned by the
Senior Pastor.
• Serve as Staff Advisor for church committees as assigned by the Senior Pastor.
• Attend meetings (weekly, monthly, etc.) as requested.
• Work with Social Media and/or Marketing Personnel or volunteers to promote events (internal
and external).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor or Church Administrator.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Be or become a member of University Heights Baptist Church.
• Agreement and support of the UHBC constitution, bylaws and policies.
• Passing criminal, financial, and sexual misconduct background checks.
• Commitment to Biblical Christian principles and teaching, both professionally and personally.
• Supportive of the Senior Pastor, Church Leadership, and overall church direction.
• A bachelor’s college degree with a preference for seminary education.*
• Previous University Ministry experience valued.*
• Good speaking skills and the ability to speak confidently before groups.
• Quality leadership skills and proficiency in administrative skills.
• Basic computer and social media skills and ability.
• Ability to listen effectively and to communicate clearly, both orally and in written form.
• Sufficient good health to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to keep discussions and information confidential as they pertain to personnel,
administrative, financial, and church discipline issues, and similar matters pertaining to both
University Heights Baptist Church and any of its ministries and members.
*Depending upon a candidate’s education, experience, and credentials, the University Minister position
may be entitled “University Director.”

To apply, please visit our website at https://uheights.church/ and click on the College Minister Application on the home page.