Skyline Church

Skyline is a growing church in the San Diego area looking to add 3 more campuses in the next 2-3 years.

Expected Work Hours: 25-30 hours weekly
Expected Monthly Pay: $1,500/month

What are your greatest hopes and dreams for the next couple of years for your church?

We hope to see our church grow in both numbers and spiritual depth over the next couple of years.  Additionally, we hope that we will expand our community outreach and impact, making a positive difference in the lives of those around us. Our goal is to launch 3 more campuses in the San Diego area in the next 2-3 years.

Why did you choose to do a residency & what are you hopeful will happen through this process?

Our church chose to start a residency program in order to provide practical training and mentorship for future leaders in ministry. We are hopeful that through this process, we will be able to equip and empower emerging leaders to effectively serve and lead within the church and the community. The residency program will also provide an opportunity for these future leaders to gain valuable experience and guidance as they discern their calling and develop their skills for ministry.

What is it like to work on staff there?

The emphasis on core values creates a positive work environment where team members feel valued, respected, and motivated. The leadership's commitment to team health fosters a sense of community and encourages open communication, collaboration, and personal growth. Overall, working at Skyline Church is a fulfilling and enriching experience due to the emphasis on team culture.

Does your church’s website state the mission, vision, values and key distinctives of your church? Please paste the link:

https://www.skylinechurch.org/about/

Please describe the current staff structure.

Lead Pastor>Executive Pastor>Senior Leadership Team of 4>Executive Team of 6 >Pastors & Directors>Staff

What qualities does it take to “win” on staff at your church?   

Important qualities for Skyline team members includes being self motivated, disciplined, a strong commitment to the church's mission and values, a servant-hearted attitude, good communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work well in a team, a strong work ethic, integrity, and a genuine love for people.

Who will the resident report to? Will there be a different person acting as coach? What do you know about their personalities (enneagram, DiSC, Strength Finders, etc.) Have you given thought as to what type of personality will work best with them?

The residents will report to their ministry leader and coach and will also have a supervisor.  We use all of the personality assessment tools listed above to best determine a coach for the resident. We take into consideration the various personality types that will work best with them and will ensure that the assigned coach and supervisor are well-equipped to support their individual needs.

Are there particular assessment tools that you prefer when exploring potential staff people?

As stated above, we use all of the personality assessment tools to make sure the candidate would make a good fit on our team. We also use the APEST assessment to determine the candidates individual giftings.

Are you affiliated with a particular denomination or tribes/association of churches? If so, what websites could one investigate to gain further understanding?

We are affiliated with the Wesleyan Denomination. https://www.wesleyan.org/about/our-beliefs

What are the key doctrinal and theological issues where alignment is essential?

In the Wesleyan denomination, it's essential for team members to align on key doctrinal and theological issues such as the authority of Scripture, the concepts of prevenient grace and entire sanctification, the belief in the Trinity, and the emphasis on personal and social holiness. These are important aspects of the Wesleyan tradition and are foundational to the denomination's beliefs and practices.

What is your average weekend attendance?

5,500

In general, what is your church demographic?

Our church demographic is quite diverse. We have a wide range of ages, from young families who make up the majority of our church, to old-timer Skyliners who have been with us for 40-60 years.

Is there more than one site or venue? If so, please describe.

We currently have 5 campuses and our goal is to add 3 more in the next few years.

How many conversions has your church had in the past 12 months? (however you define this and whatever you count)

Year to date we have had 4,500 documented decisions for Christ & 499 baptisms and the year is not yet over!

What percentage of people are involved in a small group?

50%

What is your church known for in the community?

Community Events, outreach partners, mostly organizations.

How much are you planning on financially compensating your resident?  Is it set or is it flexible?

$1,500/mo. However, the range is dependent, based on experience.

What are the expected work hours and what does a typical workweek look like for this resident?

30 hours a week broken down by:

-Weekly Team Meetings

-Weekly 1:1 with coach

-Residency Class 3 hours a week

-Service-related hours

-Office hours & planning

What else would you say to a resident considering joining your team?

Joining the Skyline Church residency program means becoming part of a healthy work environment and staff culture. The program values open communication, collaboration, and personal well-being. You'll find a supportive team that encourages professional and personal growth, and a culture that fosters a healthy work-life balance. It's a great opportunity to be part of a community that cares about both your professional development and your overall well-being.