Small Groups Ministry Leader

*This position is part time/full time (20-40 hours per week), exempt, with ministerial exemption. 

The Ministry Leader connects regularly with small group leaders, manages communication platforms, implements group strategies passed down from the Director, and serves as the primary point person to ensure the health and growth of small groups providing direct support and leadership to group leaders, ensuring consistent communication.

Volunteer Development- Meeting regularly with Community Leads (lay leaders who assist in overseeing Small Group leaders) for relationship building and ministry development. Recruit, train, and support small group leaders and community leads to build healthy, Christ-centered groups. Coordinate regular training for all new small group leaders and community leads. Providing ongoing resources, encouragement, and check-ins to ensure leaders feel equipped and supported. Visiting groups from time to time as needed for building relationships with leaders.

Program Development- Participate in the planning, development and execution of small group campaign(s)/strategies. Evaluate the health and success of current small groups and deliver feedback to supervisor.  Use benchmarks and feedback to identify and implement opportunities for ministry growth. Remaining current on small group strategies. Cultivate authentic community by promoting small groups as a key avenue for connection, discipleship, and service. Utilize tools like Planning Center to manage groups, track participation, and communicate effectively with leaders and participants.

As a Ministry Leader – Lead and manage functions and collaborate with the operation of a single ministry team. May be responsible to monitor and oversee a ministry budget. Collaborate with other ministry teams when appropriate. Responsible for cascading communication to next levels in the ministry.

As a Licensed Minister – Has the ability to administer sacraments, is considered a spiritual/religious leader in the church, may be an integral part of the worship experience, may perform administrative/management functions within the church.

Participate in “All-In” events, Prayer Mountain, Spiritual Growth Check List, etc.  Other duties as assigned.

Full Time WOL Employee Benefits:

• Employer Paid Options- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Employer Paid- $10K Life/AD&D Insurance Policy
• Employer Paid- Short Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Offered (Life, Disability, AFLAC, Long-Term Care)
• 2 Weeks Paid Accrued Vacation per Year
• 1 Week Sick Paid Leave per Year
• 8.5 Paid Holidays per Year
• 1 Paid Floating Holiday per Year
• 2 Weeks Accrued Paid Mission Time Every 3 Years
• Up to 10 Days Paid for Jury Duty
• Paid Bereavement Leave available
• 403(b) Retirement Savings WOL Matching
• WOLCS Tuition Discount

• Certificate in Biblical Studies or equivalent, or graduate of School of Ministry at Water of Life
• 2 years’ ministry experience in an active lay leadership role
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of office technology tools including web-based, Facebook, Instagram, MS Office
• Ability to recruit, lead, train and supervise volunteers
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information
• Aspire to be a Christian role model in accordance with 1 Timothy, chapter 3
• Maintain a consistent relationship with God, demonstrate a strong and growing walk with Christ and live a Biblical lifestyle that honors Christ
• Be personally committed to the ideals, values and mission of WOL
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information; refraining from gossip
• Ability to resolve issues according to Matthew 18
• Be/become a Member at Water of Life and regularly attend its weekend services
• Satisfactory background check

Salary : $54,470 - $61,960