VKids Pastor - EDM

Victory Church • Edmond, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The VKids Pastor for Edmond is responsible to lead and oversee the VKids ministry (birth through 6th grade). The VKids Pastor will play a key role in equipping children and families to live, move, and be in the fullness of Christ, aligning with the church’s mission to reach the community with hope and love.

Requirements

• A Spirit-filled personal faith in Jesus Christ, with a calling to minister to children and families, and a commitment to living a godly life consistent with Victory Church’s values.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in children’s ministry, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and inspire children, parents, and volunteers.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for ministry management (e.g., Planning Center, Church Center app).
• A genuine love for children and a heart for reaching families, with an understanding of current trends in children’s ministry and culture.
• Ability to work collaboratively with church staff and volunteers, aligning with the vision of the Lead Pastor and campus leadership.
• Fully participate in the life of Victory Church as an active member, embracing its Spirit-filled ethos and dedication to community impact.
• Spirit-led.
• Visionary Leadership – Our staff displays passion and optimism, which inspires respect and trust. They provide vision and inspiration to their teammates, mobilizing others to fulfill the vision.
• Leadership – A leader effectively influences the actions and opinions of others, motivating them to perform well. They give appropriate recognition and accept feedback from others.
• Never stop learning.
• Adaptability – Our team is able to adapt to changes in the work environment, changing the approach or method to best fit the situation. They are able to manage competing demands and deal with frequent changes or unexpected events.
• Quality – Our staff look for ways to improve and promote quality, monitoring their own work to ensure accuracy and thoroughness. They apply feedback in their quest to improve performance.
• Initiative – Our team members undertake self-development activities, seeking increased responsibilities. They look for opportunities, taking independent actions and calculated risks.
• Change Management – Our team builds commitment for change through effective communication, preparing and supporting those affected by change. Implementation plans are workable, with results evaluated.
• Technical Skills – Our staff pursues training and development opportunities to continuously build knowledge and skills, which they share with others. They are able to assess their own strengths and weaknesses.
• Stay Fit. We are committed to maintain emotional, spiritual, physical, and financial health.
• Motivation – We set challenging goals, looking for persistence and the ability to overcome obstacles. We measure ourselves against a standard of excellence.
• Interpersonal Skills – Our staff are able to keep emotions under control, effectively solving conflict. They are active listeners and are open to others’ ideas. We strongly believe in maintaining confidentiality.
• Problem Solving – It’s necessary for our team to work well in group problem-solving situations, using reason, even when dealing with emotional issues.
• Remain Open-Handed.
• Innovation – Our staff are team players, developing innovative ideas and suggestions for improving work. They display original thinking and creativity, with a view toward the mission and vision of Victory.
• Teamwork – Our staff puts the success of the team above their own interests, supporting everyone’s efforts to succeed. They exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views, giving and welcoming feedback.
• Own It.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Our staff believes in being on time for meetings and appointments. They ensure that work responsibilities are covered when absent and help cover teammate’s absences.
• Planning/Organizing – Our staff uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities.
• Dependability – Our staff takes responsibility for their own actions, communicating with management as needed, keeping commitments, and completing tasks on time.
• Never forget.
• Organizational Support – Our staff knows and embraces our church’s goals and values, recognizing that they are the foundation of the ministry. The policies and procedures are followed to move us through the process effectively.
• Honor.
• Professionalism – Our staff treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position, always approaching in a tactful manner. We react well under pressure and accept responsibility for our own actions.
• Ethics – Our staff inspires the trust of others by keeping commitments, working with integrity, and upholding organizational values.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multi-site or large church setting is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Christian Education, Ministry, or a related field preferred. Equivalent ministry experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive VKids ministry program, including Sunday Gatherings, teaching in the elementary class, midweek programs, and kids' camp to foster spiritual growth and discipleship among children.
• Collaborate with other VKids teams from all Victory Church campuses to implement and oversee age-appropriate curriculum for kids of Victory Sunday Gatherings and other programs, ensuring alignment with Victory Church’s mission, values, and biblical teachings.
• Recruit, train, and equip multiple teams of volunteers to serve in the VKids ministry, fostering a supportive environment to effectively minister to children and families.
• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians to support family discipleship, providing resources and opportunities to connect faith at church with faith at home.
• Provide spiritual guidance, mentorship, and care to children and their families, addressing their spiritual and emotional needs with compassion and wisdom.
• Work closely with the Edmond Leadership staff, as well as other campus VKids pastors, to ensure a cohesive approach to whole-family ministry, integrating VKids programs with the broader vision of Victory Church.
• Manage the VKids ministry budget, oversee scheduling, maintain communication and ensure a safe and nurturing environment for all children.

What This Job Offers

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