Snapshot

Denomination: Evangelical Free Church

Weekly Attendance:  3,500

Location: Indian Wells, CA

The Role: Experience Pastor

Meet Southwest Church:

A Gospel-centered, Multiethnic, Intergenerational church. We LOVE Discipleship! Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley in Southern California, Southwest started with humble beginnings in 1973. Eight believers launched a church in hopes of becoming an outpost for the gospel of Jesus Christ for the community in the desert. Decades later that inaugural momentum remains the core of our church’s vision to be a church that is centered upon the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are a multiethnic church that believes that the gospel unites all people for the glory of Christ. We are excited about the gospel exchange that should take place from generation to generation. Our mission is to make disciples and unleash believers in the world to champion the gospel in their everyday lives. 

Sitting on 42 acres that shares a property line with the famous Indian Wells Tennis Gardens. At one of the busiest intersections in the Valley, Southwest stands poised to minister to the 600,000 residents and an annual 3.5 million tourists that have made our region famous around the world!

Vision

A gospel-centered, multi-ethnic, intergenerational church. We love Discipleship.

About the Experience Pastor:

A vital member of Southwest Church, the Experience Pastor is responsible for the direction and oversight of the Production Team, Worship Team, Communications Team, Online Ministry, Videography, and Guest Services. This role serves on the leadership team of Southwest Church and will collaborate with other department heads, including the Executive and Senior Pastor.

The Experience Pastor's Responsibilities Include: 

• Weekend Experience Vision and Leadership: The Experience Pastor will drive and lead the series planning process, bringing together service stakeholders to ideate, create, and execute series and service plans.
• Team Leadership: The Experience Pastor will provide leadership and direction to the Worship, Production, Communication, and Guest Services teams to ensure the vision and values for the weekend services are carried out from planning to execution for our online and in-person experiences.
• Service Programming & Production: Ensure that every element of the weekend service works together to create a cohesive worship experience that points people to Jesus and reflects our focus and our values.
• Creative Leadership: Foster an environment of creativity, excellence, and innovation as we strive to serve and reach the Coachella Valley 
• Guest Services Enhancement: Ensuring that guests feel welcomed and valued from the moment they arrive, overseeing hospitality and guest follow-up processes to facilitate their integration into the church community.
• Videography and Online Church: Overseeing the production of online content, including live streaming services, video recordings, to extend the reach of the church's ministry and engage with a broader audience.
• Collaboration with Leadership Team: Working closely with other members of the leadership team to coordinate ministry efforts, share resources, and ensure alignment with the overall vision and goals of the church.
• Spiritual Care and Mentorship: Providing pastoral care, support, and development to staff and volunteers within each department, nurturing their spiritual growth and well-being, and helping equip them for the work of the ministry.

What You Bring: 

The following describes the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Experience Pastor:

Qualifications:

• Must be or become a member of Southwest Church.
• 5+ years related experience in a Creative Arts Environment, including advanced competency in strategic leadership with proven experience overseeing creative teams and technical teams. 
• Multi-site experience preferred
• Must meet the qualifications set out in 1 Timothy and Titus to be a pastor. 
• MUST be teachable and willing to continue learning. 
• Knowledge of computer applications such as Word and/or Pages, Excel and/or Numbers, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, etc. 
• Able to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects. 
• Strong communication and computer skills. 
• Must be a proactive self-starter, creative problem solver and team player. 
• Able to work collaboratively with other department teams to support the ministry of Southwest Church. 
• Understanding of confidentiality and proper care of personal information. 
• Physical requirements: Constant periods of sitting and repetitive motions. Occasionally able to lift or move up to 40lbs and standing or walking.
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What it's Like to Live in Indian Wells, CA: 

Indian Wells is a city in Riverside County, California, in the Coachella Valley. Incorporated in 1967, it lies in between Palm Desert and the resort town of La Quinta. The city hosts the sixth-largest tennis tournament in the world, the Indian Wells Masters tennis tournament, presently known as the BNP Paribas Open. The valley also hosts the Coachella and Stagecoach festivals, drawing a multitude of visitors on an annual basis.

The area is great for exploring the natural beauty of the oasis, whether at a national park, nature preserve, or even a zoo. Another uniquely Greater Palm Springs experience is a visit to a date farm—especially when paired with a date shake, a local favorite. The many museums of Greater Palm Springs offer a look at everything from historic airplanes to contemporary art. You can enjoy recreation options including ice skating, baseball, and swimming. Many Greater Palm Springs restaurants are founded on the concept of family, so you’ll find no shortage of kid-friendly eateries and dining spots in the oasis. Take Las Casuelas Terraza in downtown Palm Springs, for example; the restaurant has been serving family recipes, like Grandma Maria Fajardo's creamy guacamole, for four generations. And if you wander inside Brandini Toffee, a local family-owned sweet shop once featured on Oprah’s O List, you may even find one of the original founders working behind the counter or greeting customers.

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