Senior Minister

Position Description: Job Title: Senior Minister

Reports To: Church Board or Elders

Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Southside Christian Church, Elizabethton, Tennessee

Position Overview:

The Senior Minister is the spiritual leader and primary communicator
of the church’s vision and biblical teaching. This individual provides
pastoral care, works alongside staff and ministry leaders, and leads
the church in fulfilling its mission of making disciples and impacting
the community with the love and truth of Jesus Christ. As a
non-denominational congregation, we value relational leadership,
biblical integrity, and Spirit-led ministry.

Key Responsibilities:

Preaching and Teaching

Prepare and deliver weekly biblically sound, practical, and
Spirit-led sermons.
Teach and equip the congregation through regular Bible studies,
classes, or discipleship groups.
Communicate the Gospel clearly to both believers and seekers.

Vision and Leadership

Provide spiritual and strategic leadership for the church in
partnership with the elders/board.
Cast and implement a compelling vision for growth, outreach, and discipleship.
Model servant leadership and cultivate a Christ-centered culture
within the church.

Staff and Ministry Oversight

Support the church staff and ministry leaders.
Encourage the development of leadership and volunteer engagement.
Coordinate ministries to ensure alignment with the church’s mission
and values.

Pastoral Care

Provide spiritual guidance, prayer, and biblical counseling to
individuals and families.
Visit those in need (hospitalized, grieving, or homebound) and
ensure care is provided throughout the body.
Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, and child dedications.

Outreach and Community Involvement

Lead the church in local and global outreach initiatives.
Encourage congregational involvement in service and evangelism.
Represent the church in the community and build relationships with
other churches and organizations.

Other Duties

Duties deemed necessary by the church Elders/church board as needed.

Qualifications:

A clear, personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a life marked by
integrity, humility, and the fruit of the Spirit.
Strong agreement with the church’s statement of faith and core values.
Minimum 5–10 years of pastoral or ministry leadership experience
preferred, but willing to look at other experiences with demonstrated
leadership in a church context.
A bachelor’s degree is required; theological training (M.Div. or
equivalent) is preferred, but we are willing to look at other
job-related or educational experiences.
Proven skills in preaching, leadership, team-building, and
relational ministry.
Emotionally healthy, self-aware, and committed to spiritual growth.

Preferred Characteristics:

Relational and approachable leadership style.
A heart for people at all stages of faith—believers and seekers alike.
Flexibility and innovation in ministry approaches.
Spiritually discerning and biblically grounded in decision-making.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary and compensation package negotiable based on experience and education.
Benefits may include housing allowance/parsonage, health insurance,
retirement contributions, and paid time off.
Opportunities for continuing education and spiritual retreats.

How to Apply: Please submit a résumé, cover letter, and a statement of
faith to: Southside Christian Church, 1610 Southside Rd, Elizabethton,
TN 37643, Attention: Andrew McKeehan or Chairman of the Board. You can
also submit via email to Travis Hurley at travis.hurley@ecschools.net.
Applications are accepted until the position is filled.