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Young Life

Staff Associate-West Texas Region

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

The West Texas Region includes 22 active areas and 40 full-time staff. YL Staff Associate I Summary ... pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director. * Learn to plan and ...

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How much do full time associate pastor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time associate pastor in Dallas, TX is $139,689.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $210,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Associate Pastor vs Youth Pastor?

AspectFull Time Associate PastorYouth Pastor
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in theology or related field, often with seminary trainingSimilar credentials, often with additional youth ministry certifications
Work EnvironmentChurch staff, multiple ministries, administrative dutiesPrimarily youth-focused programs, youth groups, camps
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across various church sizes and denominationsCommonly found in churches with active youth programs
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing church staff roles, career paths in ministryIndividuals interested in youth ministry roles

The main difference between a Full Time Associate Pastor and a Youth Pastor lies in scope and focus. The Associate Pastor typically has broader responsibilities across multiple ministries, while the Youth Pastor specializes in youth programs and youth engagement. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are integral to church operations, but their specific duties and target groups differ.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Associate Pastor job openings in Dallas, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $139,689 per year, or $67.2 per hour.

Community Life Pastor

Roanoke, TX • On-site

HIGHLAND MEADOWS CHRISTIAN CHURCH
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Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Campus: Roanoke
Department: Adult Ministries
Reports to: Campus Associate Pastor
Works in conjunction with: Central Community Life team
Status: Exempt, Full-time
Supervisory Role: Yes
Date Updated: 7/10/2026
Objective:
This position is responsible for helping attendees at the campus-level grow in their walk with Jesus by engaging in community and developing a heart to serve everyone, everywhere. This is accomplished by assisting, maintaining and growing Community Groups, Women's Ministry, Men's Ministry, Marriage Ministry, Care Ministry, and Rooted at the campus level. The Community Life Pastor oversees the Community Life Director, who provides support for this position.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Equip and mentor a team of ministry leaders facilitating weekly groups, classes, and studies (Rooted, Marriage, and Care classes).
  • Help people get connected through Starting Point, Newcomer's Lunch, Rooted and Community Groups.
  • Teach Starting Point as needed.
  • Recruit, encourage, support and train current and future Ministry and Group Leaders.
  • Serve as the primary liaison and logistical point of contact for campus-based Bible Study Fellowship groups.
  • Provide pre-marital counseling, officiate weddings, and funerals when needed.
  • Be a part of the 'Pastor on Call' schedule for care needs.
  • Participate on the Women's and Men's Ministry central teams to help facilitate seasonal based curriculum and large annual conferences.
  • Organize campus wide events with the assistance of the campus team. Events include Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter, Fall Fest, Fall Kick-Off / Connect Weekend, Christmas etc.
  • Manage and appropriately implement ministries such as Divorce Care, Grief Share, Financial Peace, Celebrate Recovery, One-To-One Ministry, etc. when necessary or applicable.
  • Be main point of contact for Men's Ministry Leadership team. Help with marketing plan/timeline for upcoming men's events.
  • Participate in Compass weekly staff meeting rhythms: weekend celebration and evaluation meeting, service run-through, monthly all staff meeting, monthly campus connection meeting, and monthly leadership training.
  • Innovate new opportunities for community and spiritual formation at the campus
  • Other tasks/assignments as needed and assigned.

Work Schedule:
  • 40 hours a week. Schedule TBD by campus.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in theology, pastoral ministry, or an organizational leadership related field is preferred.
  • Experience: 3 or more years of vocational pastoral or ministry experience, specifically in discipleship, small groups, or pastoral care.
  • Ordained or pursuing ordination/licensing.
  • Proven ability to recruit, train, and empower volunteer leaders and ministry coaches
  • Deep emotional intelligence, active listening, and conflict resolution capabilities
  • Proven capability to build systems that guide newcomers from attending to belonging
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication and digital proficiency (social media, church management software, etc.)
  • Good computer skills. Able to use Excel and learn new applications for reporting, accounting and database management.
  • Must be leader-minded and organized.
  • Must have a servant's heart for ministry, serving with positive attitude and spirit.
  • Be of moral and spiritual integrity in all areas of your walk and life.

Requirements of Compass Staff:
We consider ministry readiness, and an individual's capacity to represent Compass Church's beliefs, during the selection process for all positions.
Each member of the Compass Church team takes a "how can I help" approach to ministry. While each team member has individual areas of responsibility, collaboration and support that permeates our culture. There is no task below a team member at Compass if we see something that needs to be done, we do it!

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