Pastoral Position Announcement
Star Hill Baptist Church, located at 1400 North Foster Drive Baton Rouge, Louisiana,70806 is
prayerfully seeking a full-time pastor, who is called by God and equipped to effectively preach
and teach the word of God. This person must possess excellent leadership abilities; strong
organizational, critical and analytical thinking skills, emotional intelligence and the ability to
foster relationships with members of the church as well as the community.
Position Description: The pastor is responsible to the church for providing spiritual,
educational, administrative leadership and outreach. The pastor will use his/her skills in
proclamation, motivation and pastoral care to meet the needs of people in the church and the
community for which the church is responsible.
Attributes:
• A Godly leader and teacher who encourages members to seek biblical truths.
• An effective oral and written communicator.
• A skilled counselor available to assist members with personal and spiritual concerns.
• A leader with a God given vision and a well-developed vision for the future of the
church.
• A servant leader with the ability to make a positive impact in the community.
Preferred Qualifications:
• A licensed ordained minister with a minimum of 5 plus years of pastoral experience and
be able to provide documentation of licensure and ordination.
• Degree from an accredited Seminary, School of Divinity, Bible College or University.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Plan and lead worship that inspires and challenges attendees to apply biblical
teachings to their daily lives.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with all ministry leaders.
• Maintain a consistent study and prayer life.
• Demonstrate a lifestyle committed to Christ through choices and practices.
• Teach weekly Bible Study and collaborate with the Sunday School Facilitators.
Interested applicants may apply via the church’s website
www.starhillbaptistchurch.org