Job Opportunities

Post date: March 2021
Status: Full-Time
Compensation: TBD
Contact: Email Peter via [email protected] with subject line RE: Chinese Pastor Position

West Houston Chinese Church (WHCC) is a nondenominational church that is committed to the vision of “Welcoming sojourners home to the joy of following Jesus together.” WHCC is seeking a full-time Mandarin Chinese pastor for our Mandarin-speaking adult congregation. WHCC's Mandarin Congregation is a vibrant, inclusive community consisting of Mandarin-speaking adults of all ages. Our congregation currently has an average worship attendance of about 500 adults, with more than 30 small groups meeting throughout greater Houston. For more details about WHCC, visit our website at www.whcchome.org.

Qualifications

• Language Skills: Mandarin Chinese preaching & English speaking and writing. Other dialects or languages a plus.
• Education: Graduate level seminary training, M.Div. or above preferred.
• Experience: An ordained pastor with ministry experience to the Chinese required. North American pastoral experience for at least three years is required.
• Ministry Style: Must be a team player who is comfortable functioning within a multiple language-staff structure.
• Spiritual Gifts: Preaching, teaching and leadership.
• Doctrine: Non-charismatic evangelical; must be in full agreement with WHCC's statement of faith. 

Responsibilities 

Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction in the assigned areas of Chinese ministry in accordance with the church vision
• Disciple and mentor ministry leaders
• Coach a team of small group leaders and apprentices in the assigned ministry zone
• Function effectively and smoothly as a member of the staff team

Teaching & Preaching

• Preach in the Mandarin Chinese service
• Teach adult Sunday School classes
• Conduct ministry trainings

Care Ministry

• Provide care and shepherding to the Mandarin congregation
• Conduct visitations as needed
• Minister to families and singles in small groups and the church

Missions & Evangelism

• Model and train others in evangelism
• Support the church's global ministries and evangelistic efforts

Administration

• Report to the Mandarin Chinese Lead Pastor
• Attend bi-monthly church council meetings and bi-monthly Mandarin lead team meetings
• Share administrative duties assigned within the staff team
• Attend weekly staff meetings

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Post date: June 2018 
Status: Full-Time
Compensation: TBD
Contact: Please email [email protected] with the subject RE: Children's Minister/Director Position or call 713-935-9422.

West Houston Chinese Church (WHCC) is a non-denominational evangelical Christian church with 800+ members, holding services in English, Mandarin Chinese, and Cantonese. We are a growing congregation and seek staff who want to use their talents and skills to help build the kingdom of God.

This position is full-time and includes a competitive benefits package (health, dental, and term life insurance as well as a 403B retirement package). The position includes a continuing education budget and flexibility to pursue your studies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of children's ministry experience required (preferably in a church setting).
• Christian college or seminary degree preferred.
• Collaborative team player who can work with a multicultural staff and environment.
• Self-starter who can independently lead an entire ministry, its staff, and volunteers.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks at the same time with strong organizational, people, and communications skills.
• Agrees with WHCC's statement of faith. 

Responsibilities 

Leadership

• Refine and cast children's ministry vision to staff, teachers, and other ministries.
• Disciple, train, and develop children's ministry deacon, coordinators, and teachers.
• Advocate for the children's ministry to the Pastoral Staff Team.
• Collaborate with other ministries to coordinate special program opportunities.
• Update church council with children's ministry events and decisions.
• Remain current on trends, teaching methods, materials, promotional ideas, and other children's ministry techniques.

Sunday School Program

• Oversee the development and implementation of classes and execute curriculum efficiently.
• Recruit and retain teachers for the Sunday children's program.
• Study and understand the spiritual and developmental needs of children.
• Plan teacher's retreat, appreciation, and annual teacher training events.

Children's Special Programs 

• Lead special children's programs (Easter, Mother's and Father's Day performances, infant dedication).
• Coordinate and provide resources for all children's programs for churchwide events (prayer meetings, Good Friday program, church retreats, missions conference, Christmas evening service, etc.)
• Develop new children's programs as needed within our church and the greater community.

Caring Ministry

• Meet with children and families as needed to help provide care, support, or guidance.
• Care for children's ministry leaders and volunteer workers.
• Send regular updates on the ministry and prayer requests to teachers and parents.
• Assist in educating adults about parenting and children's issues.

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Post date: December 2021
Status: Part-Time, requiring working on weekends
Compensation: TBD
Contact: Please email [email protected] with the subject RE: Facilities Assistant Position or call 713-935-9422.

The role of the Facilities Assistant is a part-time position that assists the Facilities Manager in the day-to-day upkeep, repair, and maintenance of the Church's property and equipment.

Qualifications

• Born-Again Christian preferred
• HS degree or training in a technical field
• Teamwork, teachable and open attitude
• Bilingual Chinese and English preferred

Responsibilities 

• Assist Facilities Manager to maintain the facilities of the church, including building, grounds, equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
• Check and ensure that facilities are clean. Assist with the set up of meeting rooms: furniture, chairs, tables, projectors, easels, flip charts, white boards, etc.
• Perform physical tasks and check facilities. Assist with routine maintenance and replacement of supplies.
• Perform minor maintenance of pool vehicles such as filling up gasoline, oil, and fluids. Assist in maintenance of other vehicles as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Post date: March 2022
Status: Part-Time
Compensation: TBD
Contact: Please email [email protected] with the subject RE: Treasury Assistant or call 713-935-9422.

The role of the Treasury Assistant is to support the financial services of the church office.

Qualifications

• Must be a Born-Again Christian
• A minimum of high school degree.
• Bilingual Chinese and English (verbal, writing, typing) preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including MS Word and Excel
• Attention to detail and precision.
• A commitment to confidentiality regarding all account records, both of the church and staff, and the members.
• Personal integrity and self-motivation in the fulfillment of ministry.
• Maintain a servant's heart and a cooperative team spirit with staff, volunteers and congregation
• Willingness (teachable) to learn new technology and other skills
• Regular church attendance is required (attendance at WHCC is preferred)

Responsibilities 

• To deposit weekly cash and/or checks received as offering, registration fees, and other
  miscellaneous receipts.
• To send out quarterly giving statements via TouchPoint.
• To ensure weekly contributions to general fund and donor designated funds are recorded and
  reconciled to the weekly cash deposits
• To keep confidential all financial contribution information.
• To review expense vouchers submitted and ensure proper documentation and signature approval
  prior to processing
• To answer treasury emails and phone calls and assist donors with offering setup and
  questions
• To review chargebacks on offering deposits, correct offering records and follow up with donor
  to obtain the correct banking information
• To perform other necessary and related work as may be assigned.

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