Heritage Bible Church is seeking a full-time Pastor of Next Generation Ministries.
Heritage Bible Church is seeking a full-time Pastor of Next Generation Ministries.
Located in California’s sunny central valley, Bakersfield is one of the state's
fastest-growing cities due to its affordability and central location. We are just
2 hours from the ocean, world-class ski resorts, national parks, and Los Angeles.
Our well-established church is home to Heritage Christian Schools, which has
over 200 students from preschool to 8th grade
We are looking for a team builder and equipper to build off of our healthy and established next
Generation Ministries.
Job Title: Pastor of Next Generation Ministries (Next Gen Pastor)
Reports to: Lead Pastor
Status: Full-Time
Compensation: $50,000 plus benefits and clergy housing deduction status.
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Position Summary
The Next Gen Pastor will oversee all ministries from babies through young adults
(cradle to college), providing a leadership development strategy for the volunteers who lead them.
This role focuses on building spiritually mature followers of Jesus, equipping volunteers, and
partnering with parents to lead the next generation.
The Next Gen Pastor will divide their time between Heritage Kids, Student Ministry, and Young Adult
Ministry, and also serve in a Pastoral role at Heritage Christian Schools.
The Next Gen Pastor’s goal will be more on equipping others, rather than doing all the ministry on
their own.
Key Responsibilities
Vision & Strategy
● Develop and implement a comprehensive discipleship plan from infancy through college.
● Set measurable goals and clear objectives for each age group.
● Ensure smooth transitions between ministry stages (elementary to middle school, high school
to college).
Leadership & Team Development
● Recruit, train, and lead volunteers across Kids (including nursery), Student, and Young Adult
ministries.
● Develop leadership potential in students and adult volunteers.
● Cultivate a team culture in each ministry.
Spiritual Care
● Provide pastoral care, counseling, and prayer for students, parents, and volunteers.
● Serve as a spiritual resource and mentor within the church and Heritage Christian School.
Teaching & Communication
● Teach biblical truth in age-appropriate settings.
● Occasionally teach/preach in main worship services.
● Communicate effectively and consistently across all technology/media platforms with students,
parents, volunteers, and church leadership.
Outreach & Engagement
● Create outreach strategies to reach unchurched and unconnected kids, students, and young
adults.
● Connect with families and partner with parents to disciple the next generation..
● Develop events such as retreats, camps, and mission trips that foster spiritual growth and
community.
Administrative Leadership
● Oversee ministry budgets, calendars, and program logistics.
● Maintain alignment of Next Gen ministries with the overall mission and vision of the church.
● Collaborate with other ministry leaders to ensure unity and consistency across all church
ministries.
Qualifications
● Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to biblical truth. Agreement
with our beliefs and confession of faith: Heritage Bible Church - What We Believe
● Proven leadership experience in kids, youth, or family ministry settings.
● Effective communicator and team builder.
● Passion for developing future generations in faith and leadership.
● Ability to work collaboratively with church staff, parents, and volunteers.
● A degree in ministry or a related field is preferred but not required.
● Pastoral licensing with our national denomination will be required. Pastoral Licensing
Documents – USMB
● Other duties as assigned.
Located in California’s sunny central valley, Bakersfield is one of the state's
fastest-growing cities due to its affordability and central location. We are just
2 hours from the ocean, world-class ski resorts, national parks, and Los Angeles.
Our well-established church is home to Heritage Christian Schools, which has
over 200 students from preschool to 8th grade
We are looking for a team builder and equipper to build off of our healthy and established next
Generation Ministries.
Job Title: Pastor of Next Generation Ministries (Next Gen Pastor)
Reports to: Lead Pastor
Status: Full-Time
Compensation: $50,000 plus benefits and clergy housing deduction status.
________________________________________________________________
Position Summary
The Next Gen Pastor will oversee all ministries from babies through young adults
(cradle to college), providing a leadership development strategy for the volunteers who lead them.
This role focuses on building spiritually mature followers of Jesus, equipping volunteers, and
partnering with parents to lead the next generation.
The Next Gen Pastor will divide their time between Heritage Kids, Student Ministry, and Young Adult
Ministry, and also serve in a Pastoral role at Heritage Christian Schools.
The Next Gen Pastor’s goal will be more on equipping others, rather than doing all the ministry on
their own.
Key Responsibilities
Vision & Strategy
● Develop and implement a comprehensive discipleship plan from infancy through college.
● Set measurable goals and clear objectives for each age group.
● Ensure smooth transitions between ministry stages (elementary to middle school, high school
to college).
Leadership & Team Development
● Recruit, train, and lead volunteers across Kids (including nursery), Student, and Young Adult
ministries.
● Develop leadership potential in students and adult volunteers.
● Cultivate a team culture in each ministry.
Spiritual Care
● Provide pastoral care, counseling, and prayer for students, parents, and volunteers.
● Serve as a spiritual resource and mentor within the church and Heritage Christian School.
Teaching & Communication
● Teach biblical truth in age-appropriate settings.
● Occasionally teach/preach in main worship services.
● Communicate effectively and consistently across all technology/media platforms with students,
parents, volunteers, and church leadership.
Outreach & Engagement
● Create outreach strategies to reach unchurched and unconnected kids, students, and young
adults.
● Connect with families and partner with parents to disciple the next generation..
● Develop events such as retreats, camps, and mission trips that foster spiritual growth and
community.
Administrative Leadership
● Oversee ministry budgets, calendars, and program logistics.
● Maintain alignment of Next Gen ministries with the overall mission and vision of the church.
● Collaborate with other ministry leaders to ensure unity and consistency across all church
ministries.
Qualifications
● Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to biblical truth. Agreement
with our beliefs and confession of faith: Heritage Bible Church - What We Believe
● Proven leadership experience in kids, youth, or family ministry settings.
● Effective communicator and team builder.
● Passion for developing future generations in faith and leadership.
● Ability to work collaboratively with church staff, parents, and volunteers.
● A degree in ministry or a related field is preferred but not required.
● Pastoral licensing with our national denomination will be required. Pastoral Licensing
Documents – USMB
● Other duties as assigned.
