Senior Shepherd Leader Full Time

West Village Church is seeking a Shepherd Leader who is a strong Christ-follower with a shepherd’s heart and a passion for making Jesus known. The successful candidate will be a humble team leader who can unify and inspire the church community. They will possess strong relational gifts, be an effective communicator, and have a proven track record of leading and nurturing teams. The shepherd will be responsible for providing spiritual guidance, overseeing ministries, and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. This leader should be competent to lead but also comfortable coaching and cheerleading others in leadership.

Qualifications:

• Theological Alignment: Possess a strong theological foundation aligned with West Village’s statement of faith, with a soft complementarian perspective.
• Leadership Experience: 5-10 years of senior ministry experience, demonstrating a proven ability to lead and coach teams effectively.
• Education: Post-secondary theological education (reformed) preferred, with a commitment to lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Relational Skills: Strong interpersonal and relational skills, with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and build meaningful relationships.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Character: Exemplify the qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, demonstrating integrity, humility, and a genuine love for God and people.
• Demonstrable Missional Impulse: Is a practitioner of mission, with a clear history of missional living and disciple making fruit. Is competent to lead by example, capable of training others in missional living and leading a missional community.

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Experience in missional theology and practice.
• Familiarity with Soma philosophy of ministry.
• A passion for Sunday excellence and creating a welcoming worship experience.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• A self-starter with good self-awareness and healthy rhythms.

For full church profile and job description go to www.westvillagechurch.com/hiring