Small Groups Pastor, North Charleston Campus

Location: North Charleston Campus

Hours per week: Full Time, 40 hours weekly                        
This position reports to: Campus Pastor
The mission: Seacoast Church goes all out in our mission to help others Find God, Grow your Faith, Discover your Purpose, and Make a Difference.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a relational and strategic leader to serve as our Small Groups Pastor at our North Charleston campus. In this role, you’ll help people find God, grow in their faith, discover their purpose, and make a difference by leading small group ministry, supporting weekend services, and building meaningful connections across the campus.

You’ll be a key part of creating a welcoming, spiritually healthy environment where people can take their next step with Jesus.

What You’ll Do

Lead Small Group Ministry

• Connect people into community by promoting groups through services, social media, and outreach
• Partner with the Central Small Groups Pastor to align with church-wide vision and events
• Use feedback and participation data to evaluate and continuously improve small group effectiveness

Develop and Equip Leaders

• Recruit, train, and develop small group leaders and coaches equipped to care for members
• Provide ongoing coaching and encouragement to strengthen leader effectiveness and spiritual growth
• Build a culture of teamwork, care, and healthy leadership across all small group environments

Connect and Care for People

• Follow up with individuals seeking connection and place them into groups using Ministry Platform
• Support leaders in welcoming and integrating new members to foster belonging
• Coordinate and participate in Connect Weekends to ensure every person is seen and included

Support Campus and Weekend Experience

• Assist the Campus Pastor with weekend services and First Wednesday
• Build genuine relationships with attendees during services
• Help create a welcoming, excellent, and engaging worship experience

Drive Strategy and Execution

• Analyze attendance and engagement data to identify growth opportunities and shape ministry strategy
• Develop and implement plans to increase small group participation and overall engagement
• Support campus initiatives, budget management, and resource stewardship aligned with church goals

Be a Strong Team Player

• Participate in weekly staff meetings, 1:1s, and all-staff gatherings
• Collaborate with campus and central teams to advance shared priorities
• Serve wherever needed to help the campus succeed

Pastoral Responsibilities (If Licensed)

·        Provide pastoral care and counseling

·        Assist with weddings, funerals, baptisms, hospital visits, and other ministry moments

What We’re Looking For

• A committed follower of Christ aligned with Seacoast Church’s beliefs
• A heart for people and a passion for helping others grow spiritually
• Experience in small group ministry or relational leadership (preferred)
• Strong ability to recruit, develop, and lead volunteer teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Able to handle sensitive situations with wisdom and care
• A team player who lives out Seacoast values:
  Love God. Love People. Make it Better. Have a Good Attitude.

Why You’ll Love Working at Seacoast

• Mission‑driven work that impacts lives every day
• Opportunity to work with AVL systems across a growing, multi‑campus church
• Great benefits to support you: medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and long‑term disability insurance; plus, HSA/FSA options and an Employee Assistance Program
• Perks that invest in you: 403(b) with company match, paid time off, paid parental leave, and employee referral bonuses

Acknowledgement

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I certify that my answers to all questions will be true and correct. I understand that if I am employed, any false, misleading or otherwise incorrect statements made on this application or during the pre-employment process may be grounds for my immediate termination.  I understand and authorize and agree that Seacoast Church may conduct national and local criminal biographical searches, state sexual offender searches, credit file and motor vehicle checks when appropriate and applicable.  I agree to sign any and all authorizations by appropriate companies or entities who are engaged in, including but not limited to, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, The Federal Bureau of Investigation, and any other necessary agencies.

I also understand, if employed, that I am required to abide by all the rules and regulations of Seacoast Church. Seacoast Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer. While we make employment decisions that are aligned to our faith and beliefs, we do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. This application will only be valid for the position in which I am applying and will remain active for 45 days. If I wish to apply to another position or the 45 active period has passed, I may need resubmit a new application.