Employment Oppurtunity
Denomination Staff Position-
Conference Level
Harvest Conference Administrator
Job Description:
The Harvest conference of the Free Methodist Church seeks to hire a part-time conference administrator. This is a remote position in the Pittsburgh metro area. The person will need to work well with a variety of people and age groups to ensure our ongoing mission to “Ignite a Spirit-fueled movement that catalyzes the multiplication of disciples, leaders, and churches.”
Position: Hourly, 15-20 hours a week.
ADMINISTRATIVE MINISTRY
*Provides management of the remote office environment and conference files.
*Communicates with churches and pastors about conference events, reports, and related matters. *Updates conference website and Facebook page.
*Helps plan and organize conference events such as annual conference, pastoral training days, *Ministerial Education Guidance events, Christmas dinner, pastors’ retreat, and others as planned by the superintendent.
*HR duties such as background checks, pension enrollment for pastors, maintaining personnel files, etc.
*Answer conference phone calls and emails in a timely and professional manner.
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BOARD SUPPORT
*Work with the MEG board to track ministerial candidates and help keep records.
*Work with MEG Chair to arrange annual interviews.
*Provide conference information to the conference board of administration as needed.
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PREFERRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
*Strong interpersonal skills to communicate well with people of different backgrounds.
*Help create a healthy working relationship with leaders.
*Competency using Microsoft 365 online and software.
*Strong organizational skills.
*Attention to detail.
*Proficient in learning new online applications
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PERSONAL
*Practices self-care and prioritizes family over ministry.
*Member of an FMC that upholds the Christian Journey as outlined in the Book of Discipline of the Free Methodist Church (Chapter 3)
*Willing to submit to a criminal and financial background check to acquire bonding for financial duties.
*Reporting: This is an executive-level role reporting to the conference superintendent. The conference administrator works with the conference board of administration and other conference boards to ensure the conference's mission is upheld. This position is under the supervision of the conference superintendent and the Book of Discipline of the Free Methodist Church.
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Email Resume: matt.poole@hcfmc.org or office@hcfmc.org
Subject line: Admin Application
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(approved: BOA April 2025)
Pastoral Positions
Pastoral Profile for Walk by Faith Free Methodist Church
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Walk by Faith Free Methodist Church is seeking a new lead pastor to support the congregation in its mission to “Win People to Christ.” A pastor to help them reach the community within its walls and into the surrounding community of Fairchance, PA. The church is active with youth and kids’ ministry. This position is a part-time opportunity within The Harvest Conference of the Free Methodist Church.
Walk by Faith FMC is a part of the Harvest Conference of the Free Methodist Church USA. Our churches work together to ensure a Spirit-led movement that multiplies disciples, leaders, and churches. Our conference vision and prayer are to make 10,000 new disciples in the next 10 years. We are looking for people called to help with this mission and vision.
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About Walk by Faith:
Walk by Faith FMC is in a quiet residential town in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It is found near the well-known Laurel Caverns. The population within a five-mile radius of the church is just under 11,000 people. It is part of the Uniontown, PA area.
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The Next Pastoral Leader:
The church seeks a pastoral leader who is deeply rooted in scripture and faithful to Christ-centered teaching. A leader who is friendly, godly, and committed. The preferred candidate will be called by God to serve in the community. This person should be a relationship builder across generational lines and able to grow a congregation. A leader who can energize and equip people to follow Jesus. Here are some key qualities the church looks for in its next pastoral leader.
Solid Biblical Preacher and Teacher.
Dedicated to being a pastor in a rural community.
Humble, caring, and able to relate to people.
Willing to live in and connect with the community.
Trustworthy and have a good sense of humor.
Listens to the Holy Spirit and leads from their walk with the Spirit.
Theologically Wesleyan and aligned with the Free Methodist Church.
If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to our superintendent, Matt Poole, at matt.poole@hcfmc.org. Thank you for considering this opportunity as part of your call to ministry.
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Pastoral Profile for Whitehouse Free Methodist Church
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Whitehouse Free Methodist Church is seeking a new lead pastor to support the congregation in ministering to the community within its walls and into the surrounding community of Smithfield. The church has a main worshipping community that meets on Sunday mornings of 80-100 people. This position is a full-time opportunity within The Harvest Conference of the Free Methodist Church.
Whitehouse FMC is a part of the Harvest Conference of the Free Methodist Church USA. Our churches work together to ensure a Spirit-led movement that multiplies disciples, leaders, and churches. Our conference vision and prayer are to make 10,000 new disciples in the next 10 years. We are looking for people called to help with this mission and vision.
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About Whitehouse:
Whitehouse FMC is a quiet residential town in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It is located near the well-known Laurel Caverns. The population within a five-mile radius of the church is just under 11,000 people. It is part of the Uniontown, PA area.
The Next Pastoral Leader:
The church seeks a pastoral leader called to reach people with the message of Jesus. A leader who is energetic and friendly. The preferred candidate will be a biblical preacher, dedicated to God’s word and people. This person should be a relationship builder across generational lines and able to grow a congregation. A leader who can energize and equip people to follow Jesus. Here are some key qualities the church looks for in its next pastoral leader.
Leadership Skills to guide and equip the congregation.
Dedicated to being a pastor in a rural community.
Organized and competent to follow through on tasks.
Willing to live in and connect with the community.
Friendly, relatable, and caring.
Able to lead a blended style of worship.
Theologically Wesleyan and aligned with the Free Methodist Church.
If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to our superintendent, Matt Poole, at matt.poole@hcfmc.org. Thank you for considering this opportunity as part of your call to ministry.
