Senior Associate Pastor (Senior Pastor Succession Track)

Senior Associate Pastor (Senior Pastor Succession Track) Church: James City Community Church (JC3) Location: Williamsburg, VA 23188 Status: Full-Time (Clergy) Compensation: Competitive comprehensive pastoral package (salary based on experience + housing allowance, retirement, insurance, and relocation assistance). Who We Are JC3 is a healthy, multigenerational congregation seeking our next Lead Pastor. We are intentionally looking for a Senior Associate Pastor to join us for a five-year journey of growth and mentorship – a structured transition that moves from cultural immersion and shared leadership into eventual succession. We are looking for a leader who wants to fall in love with a church family before they lead it. You will be given the time and support to build deep relational roots and establish your teaching voice before assuming the weight of organizational oversight. The Profile / Who You Are Fully Devoted Follower: First and foremost, you are personally fully committed to following Christ with an attitude of humility, knowing that we are all broken people in need of healing, spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and at times physically. You have a desire to grow more like Jesus – loving God and loving others – living these truths out by devotional life, servant attitude, seeing others as people to serve, not to use. Being a witness of Jesus, sharing His love in practical ways. Devoted Shepherd: You are energized by people. You view hospital visits, coffee shop discipleship, and counseling as the "front lines" of ministry. Gifted Teacher: You can handle the Word of Truth with precision and compassion. You are ready to share the pulpit and develop a teaching rhythm that feeds the flock. Mature Leader: You possess executive potential but lead with a servant’s heart (whatever it takes to love God and love others). You are in a season of life where you are ready to invest your best years into a long-term legacy and plant deep roots for the next 20+ years. Teachable Partner: You are looking for a "Paul and Timothy" relationship. You value the wisdom of the current Senior Pastor and are eager to learn the unique DNA of this house. Shared Calling: We recognize that pastoral ministry is often a shared journey. We are looking for a candidate whose spouse, if applicable, is equally enthusiastic about planting deep roots in Williamsburg and who views themselves as a partner in the relational life of the church. Qualifications Theological Alignment: Theologically aligned with JC3’s core convictions. Experience: 5+ years serving in ministry, preferably in a leadership role. Developing people and a heart for Next-Gen and multi-generational ministry. Communication: Strong communication skills with experience in public speaking (preaching/teaching preferred) Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent ministry or life experience demonstrating a strong commitment to follow and bring others to Jesus. Willing to pursue further theological training if not already degreed. #J-18808-Ljbffr James City Community Church