Careers At BRIGHT CITY

At Bright City Church, we're filled with anticipation for what God is building in and through our community. This year, we're hoping to add a few new people to our team to help carry forward the vision of being a beacon of light that all will see Jesus.

Our team is driven by a heart for Jesus and deep love for our city. As we continue to grow, we're looking for passionate individuals who are ready to jump in, serve wholeheartedly, and help build the future of Bright City Church.

We're a fun, collaborative team that values humility, authenticity, hospitality, and levity. We’re committed to creating a culture where people are not only equipped to do great work but are also cared for, celebrated, and encouraged to thrive. If you join our team, you'll be stepping into a community that believes ministry is best carried out when we abide in Jesus, serve with open hands, and pursue joy in the process.

If any of our current job openings resonate with you, we'd love to hear from you!

Current Openings

Discipleship & Formation Pastor

Full-Time, 40 hrs, Salaried

As our church continues to grow and step into a new season, we are seeking a full-time Discipleship & Formation Pastor to help shoulder areas of discipleship, spiritual formation, and ministry initiatives alongside our Lead Pastor. This role will provide pastoral care, oversight of Midweek & Groups, and assist in teaching and equipping the body. We're looking for someone with a heart for abiding in Jesus, who is passionate about guiding others into deeper discipleship and helping cultivate a culture of spiritual formation in our church.

Key Responsibilities:

Preach on Sundays at least every 4-6 weeks
Provide pastoral care through counseling appointments, care calls, and crisis support
Oversee Midweek gatherings and Community Groups
Collaborate with the Lead Pastor on teaching series and calendar planning
Develop and lead discipleship and spiritual formation environments (i.e. New Believers, Spiritual Formation classes, etc.)
Help carry various ministry initiatives as the church grows

Ideal Candidate:

5+ years of proven pastoral ministry experience
Skilled teacher and communicator with a deep understanding of Scripture
Seminary degree or similar theological training
Experience leading teams and developing leaders
Emotionally intelligent, collaborative, and team-oriented
Committed to cultivating a life of abiding in Jesus and guiding others into deeper discipleship

Wages, Benefits, and PTO to be disclosed during interview process.

High School Director

Part-Time, ~20 hrs/week, Hourly

We are seeking a High School Director to provide leadership, discipleship, and relational care for our high school students. This role is relationally driven and strategically focused on helping teenagers take steps toward Jesus. The High School Director will oversee weekly programming, equip and support volunteer leaders, and partner with parents to disciple students. We’re looking for someone with a heart for teenagers, a passion for guiding them toward Jesus, and a desire to build a thriving, student-centered ministry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and teach weekly high school gatherings with age-appropriate, biblically sound content.
Recruit, equip, and care for volunteer leaders in the youth ministry.
Plan and facilitate events, camps, service opportunities, and discipleship experiences throughout the year.
Shepherd and disciple students, partnering with parents and the broader church community.
Collaborate with Middle School ministry and broader staff to ensure alignment with Bright City’s Next Gen strategy.

Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience leading youth in a church or ministry context.
Strong communicator and teacher of God’s Word with clarity, relevance and appropriate theological depth.
Relationally gifted with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust with students, parents, and volunteers.
Strategic thinker who can cast vision and equip others to lead.
Committed follower of Jesus with a heart for discipling teenagers and supporting their spiritual growth.

Wages, Benefits, and PTO to be disclosed during interview process.

Kids Director

Part-Time, ~20 hrs/week, Hourly

At Bright City Church, we believe our children aren’t just the church of tomorrow, but of right now. We are seeking a Kids Director to provide leadership & vision to our Bright City Kids ministry, creating safe, fun, and gospel-centered environments where children can encounter Jesus. This role will oversee the vision for weekly programming, equip and care for volunteer leaders, and partner with parents to disciple kids. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about children, committed to biblical teaching, and gifted in leadership and relational ministry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and steward Bright City Kids, implementing a vision that glorifies God and fosters discipleship.
Oversee weekly children’s programming, ensuring classrooms are safe, fun, and engaging.
Recruit, train, and equip volunteers, building a leadership pipeline for long-term ministry impact.
Support parents by providing a reliable, loving environment for their children.
Partner with staff and check-in teams to maintain smooth, secure operations on Sundays.
Work with Kids Admin on execution of curriculum, room arrangements, scheduling, etc.

Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience leading children’s ministry in a church context.
Strong communicator with the ability to teach God’s Word in an age-appropriate, engaging way.
Relationally gifted with emotional intelligence, able to build trust with children, parents, and volunteers.
Strategic thinker who can cast vision, lead teams, and develop leaders.
Committed follower of Jesus with a heart for discipling children and supporting families.

Wages, Benefits, and PTO to be disclosed during interview process.

Tech Director

Part-Time, ~10 hrs/week, Hourly

Bright City Church is seeking a Tech Director to ensure healthy, reliable, and God-honoring worship environments. This role oversees the audio, visual, and production systems that support our Sunday gatherings and special events, helping people encounter Jesus without distraction. The Tech Director will lead and equip volunteers, maintain equipment, and collaborate with staff to create excellent worship experiences. We’re looking for someone with a heart for service, technical expertise, and a desire to support ministry through high-quality production.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and maintain audio, visual, and production systems for Sunday services and special events.
Primary sound tech, running sound on majority of Sundays.
Work under Worship Director and Lead Pastor to ensure technical excellence and help fulfill vision for Sunday services.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly and calmly during live events.
Maintain equipment, inventory, and backstage/tech storage areas.
Evaluate current systems and recommend improvements for long-term stability.

Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience in live sound, projection, video systems, or related technical ministry.
Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving under pressure.
Strong communicator and team player, able to equip volunteers and collaborate with staff.
Organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing equipment, schedules, and processes.
Committed follower of Jesus with a servant-hearted attitude toward ministry.

Wages, Benefits, and PTO to be disclosed during interview process.

Even if there isn’t an opening that matches your experience, we’d love to hear from you! Share your resume and let’s see how God might use your gifts at Bright City.

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How to Apply

To apply for any of these positions, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to info@brightcitynw.com. In your cover letter, let us know which role you're applying for and why you're excited about joining the Bright City team.

We can't wait to see who God brings to be a part of this next season!

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