Protestant Pastor

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provides pastoral guidance to the youth within the Boys Town community, demonstrates a strong pastoral presence that fosters unity among religions, and serves as a spiritual role model on campus. This role involves ministering to youth from a variety of environments and faith traditions, organizing and leading worship services, teaching Bible studies, and providing spiritual leadership and counseling. The position requires integrating the Boys Town mission into all pastoral services and building relationships with youth, staff, and outside faith communities. Working at Boys Town is described as more than just a job, but a way of life, with a culture of belonging that respects individual strengths and experiences.

Requirements

• Must possess a straightforward belief in Jesus as Lord, and the acceptance of the Apostles Creed or Nicene Creed.
• Exhibits godly character and qualities.
• Must have a passion for pastoral care and demonstrate strong interpersonal and relational skills, with the ability to discern the needs of youth & staff under pastoral care.
• Demonstrates the exegetical and homiletic skills necessary to study and effectively communicate the Word of God in a captivating and engaging manner.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and relational skills and a passion for pastoral care.
• Ability to communicate at all levels in the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.
• Views ministry as a lifestyle, not as a job.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in discipleship and ability to inspire and equip members of the congregation.
• Working knowledge of software applications with a proficient ability to utilize Windows-based programs and Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Pro Presenter.
• Working knowledge of sound system and video equipment at Chambers Chapel.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and multi-task while maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to relate well to people of different ages and faith backgrounds.
• Bachelor’s degree from a Bible college, seminary, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Minimum of 3 or more years of experience in youth or church ministry required.
• Experience in pastoral ministry required.
• Available to travel locally as needed required.
• Available to work evenings and weekends as needed required.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with at risk young men preferred.
• Experience in pastoral ministry with emphasis on youth ministry preferred.
• Ordination from an accredited seminary, bible college or church denomination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and effective services, adhering to policies related to safety, boundaries, and managing high-risk activities.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations, and follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Works as part of the multi-faith pastoral team to minister to the youth at Boys Town, practicing multi-faith ministry.
• Organizes and leads weekly and special worship and prayer services.
• Provides effective teaching and leads by example for pre-adolescent and adolescent youth.
• Provides spiritual leadership and guidance to youth and adults.
• Oversees sacramental preparation and associated church records, including baby dedications, baptisms, marriages, funerals, and new members.
• Prepares and teaches Bible Studies for adults and youth.
• Leads high school youth and faith groups, and provides pastoral services and activities for younger youth.
• Plans and oversees special events related to children, youth and families.
• Integrates Boys Town mission and model into all pastoral services, including preaching, speaking engagements, and retreats.
• Maintains a regular, weekly presence in Boys Town Schools.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in leading the congregation at Chambers Chapel.
• Shows care and compassion for Boys Town youth and the congregation through encouragement and pastoral counseling.
• Ministers effectively to people in crisis situations.
• Builds relationships with Boys Town youth and Family Home Program staff.
• Develops and maintains a cadre of adult volunteers to help with Boys Town ministries.
• Provides engagement with outside faith communities.
• Works to welcome new Boys Town Family Home Program staff to campus and leads changes to increase youth and staff participation in church life.
• Works to build and maintain unity and harmony within the various stakeholders.
• Works with organization stakeholders to plan, develop, and implement all aspects of a balanced youth ministry in the areas of evangelism, discipleship, service, and outreach.

Benefits

• Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits.
• Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• Generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parenting resources from experts.
• Professional development opportunities within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level