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Associate Pastor, Union College

Associate Pastor, Union College

Union ChurchGlen Burnie, MD, US
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Salary : About Us :

At Union, we exist for one thing to unite people with purpose by helping them know God, find freedom, discover purpose, and make a difference. We are Spirit-led, enjoyable, generous, purpose-driven, and excellent. That has been our goal for over 20 years and has guided us every single day. We are one church meeting in 8 different locations and while we're amazed by what God is doing, we arent stopping here. What happens next will be beyond what we can imagine. Our vision has always been to impact lives by making church as accessible as possible to as many people as possible. Thats why leading people isnt just an expectation; its a necessity. Its a cornerstone of our culture. Its why were always seeking leadersleaders like youto bring your skills to Union. We want to help you become the person God made you to be.

More about our story

More about our beliefs

More about Pastor Stephen & Pastor Zai Chandler

The Associate Pastor of Union College leads Union Churchs ministry college, preparing and developing in-house leaders as well as leaders who desire full-time occupational ministry. This position combines pastoral care with visionary and operational excellence to ensure the college thrives as a world-class institution that equips students for ministry leadership. The role requires strong strategic thinking, administrative skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for fostering spiritual and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Vision

  • Oversee Union College by creating and implementing strategies to train, recruit, and develop students for ministry leadership while ensuring operational excellence and alignment with the vision and mission of Union Church.
  • Oversee Union Colleges operations, by recruiting and pastoring Union College team leaders to reach their full potential
  • Provide leadership to staff, volunteers, and students, fostering a culture of excellence and discipleship.

Program Development & Management

  • Manage the application process for new students
  • Evaluate and analyze learning and operational data to ensure effectiveness and address student needs.
  • Identify appropriate learning metrics for Union College and create customized evaluations to capture data
  • Oversee curriculum development, ensuring it remains relevant and impactful for ministry preparation.
  • Update and create curriculum to address current spiritual and organizational needs as led by the Senior Pastor.
  • Maintain enrollment, grading and attendance data ensuring it remains current and accurate.

    • Operational Oversight

  • Manage department-specific budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with church guidelines.
  • Create and implement policies and procedures to maintain the integrity of the college.

    • Pastoral Care

  • Provide pastoral leadership and care for Union College team and students, offering guidance, mentorship, and spiritual development.
  • Be available for ministry needs, including crisis situations, hospital visits, funerals, and weddings.
  • Participate in Sunday ministry activities, serving as Environments Oversight and offering one-on-one pastoral support as needed.

    • Partnerships & Outreach

  • Build and maintain relationships with Executive Pastors, Associate Pastors and Directors to foster collaboration
  • Build and maintain relationships with Union College Students, including regular campus visits / check-ins.

    • Skills & Attributes

  • Strong leadership and management abilities with a demonstrated history of team-building.
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and administrative skills, including project management, problem solving, team building, budgeting, and program coordination.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Skilled in curriculum development and instructional design.
  • Skilled in Training and facilitation
  • Proficient in learning management systems
  • Proficient in data analytics

    • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
  • Availability for a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.

    • Core Competencies

  • Exceptional strategic thinker who is highly skilled in execution and project management
  • Effective communicator in both large and small group settings.
  • Spiritually grounded with a heart for discipleship and leadership development.
  • Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
  • Demonstrates a high level of spiritual maturity and pastoral care.

    • KPIs

  • Student Enrollment
  • Positive Student learning experience
  • Curriculum updates to reflect current leadership needs
  • Positive Apprenticeship experience

    • Must-Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant work experience

    • Benefits & Compensation

    Union Church offers a generous compensation package. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. In addition to the total compensation package, Union Church staff receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and paid holiday days.

    Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity

  • At Union Church, every staff member is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individuals capacity to represent Union Churchs beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member Union Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Union Church. Learn more about what we believe at Union Church.
  • While we unite around our mission, we know unity doesnt mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to be intentional about strengthening our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity,visit our careers page.
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