Sr. Associate Rector (Full-Time)
Full‑time clergy position reporting directly to the Rector of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church. Assists the Rector in implementing the church’s vision through overseeing the programs and ministries of the parish. Primary responsibility for worship & liturgy and the day‑to‑day operations of the parish. Shares in liturgical leadership, preaching, teaching, and pastoral care. Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Rector.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate all worship and parish events to ensure alignment with St. Alban’s mission to proclaim to all, in word and deed, the grace of God in Jesus Christ.
- Supervise the Director of Music and 9 : 10 Worship Leader, working with them on liturgy and music planning.
- Supervise the Assistant Rector for Formation & Discipleship and the Assistant Rector for Outreach & Community Life to ensure these ministry programs align with the church’s mission.
- Ensure lay worship volunteers are trained, equipped, and scheduled for services.
- With the Director of Communications, oversee production of bulletins for Sunday services, as well as funerals and weddings.
- Provide oversight of lay administrative staff (Director of Communications, Facilities Manager) to ensure day‑to‑day operations run smoothly for church and community events.
- Work with the Stewardship Chair to oversee the annual Stewardship Campaign for the ministry budget of the church; with the Stewardship Committee, design and execute the campaign each fall.
- Other duties as assigned by the Rector.
Qualifications
Episcopal priest in good standing with at least 2–5 years of experience as a full‑time ordained minister in an Episcopal congregation.Minimum education : Master of Divinity.Familiarity with church finances and fundraising.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to empathize, actively listen, and build trusting relationships in theologically diverse environments.Strong organizational and administrative skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and other relevant software applications.Understanding of and alignment with the values, beliefs, and practices of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church.Terms
Paid Time Off : Thirty days per year, including four Sundays, as per the policy of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas.Continuing education : Fourteen days leave per year, including two Sundays, with full pay and allowances for continuing education, as per diocesan policy.Medical insurance (including dental and vision for cleric and cleric’s family), pension plan, and sabbatical offering (two weeks accrue per year, with a three‑month sabbatical after six years of service), per the Diocese of Texas policy.Maternity / Paternity leave : Provided per EDOT policy. Clergy must negotiate the length of leave with the Vestry and Rector.Hiring for this position is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check and certification in the Diocese of Texas’s Safe Church Program.Note : This job description is a general outline of responsibilities and qualifications and is not intended to be exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the Rector.
Application
Applicants should send résumé, cover letter, and three references to :
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church
Attn : The Rev. Aaron M. G. Zimmerman
Waco, TX 76710
Telephone : (254) 752-1773
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