Fulfill your calling through a career at Western Theological Seminary.
About Western
Western Theological Seminary is rooted in the historic Christian faith and seeks to be Reformed, evangelical, and ecumenical in its focus. With a full time faculty of 20, it offers four degree programs: the M.Div. in both residential and distance-learning formats, an M.A., a Th.M., and a D.Min. In addition, it offers a two graduate certificate programs, a graduate program for Christian Educators, and a dual-track M.Div./MSW program, as well as continuing education initiatives.
Commitment to Diversity
Western Theological Seminary is actively pursuing diversity (understood in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, and ability) in its faculty and staff. Women and members of racial-ethnic minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Open Faculty Positions
None at this time – please check back.
Open Staff Positions
None at this time.
Open Student Employment Positions
Cook Library
Part-time student staff positions are open in Cook Library for the 2019-20 academic year.
Pay for first-year staff is $10.00/hour.
A job description is available here.
To apply, complete a WTS Application for Employment and Cook Library Applicant Questionnaire and send to employment@westernsem.edu.
The application deadline is August 23. Priority review will be given to applications received by August 19.
Chapel Hosts
Part-time academic year student staff positions are open for Chapel Hosts, a part of the Maintenance Crew.
Pay rates: $10.00/hour for new students,
$10.75/hour for returning students with completed training and one year of experience in the position
Chapel Hosts run technology needed to support daily worship and other events (speakers, weddings, seminars, etc.) in Mulder Chapel. The position requires familiarity with basic computer technology and programs; training is required. Must be able to operate technology independently.
To apply, complete a WTS Application for Employment and email it to employment@westernsem.edu. If you have applied for a student position at WTS in the last year, you do not need to resubmit an Application for Employment. Please send an email to employment@westernsem.edu to indicate your interest.
The application deadline is September 6. Priority review will be given to applications received by August 30.
Open Ministry Positions (submitted by churches & organizations)
Updated August 15, 2019
Also: check out the latest positions listed on the Reformed Church in America website.
Leader Pastor—Cornerstone Community Church in Red Wing, MN is seeking an individual to join the Pastoral Staff in the role of Lead Pastor. Please email the church for full job description church@redwingcornerstone.org Applications being taken until October 4. (posted 9/15/2019)
Worship Leader—Haven Church in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a PT Worship Leader. For more information please contact kmilitzer@haven-church.org. Application taken until September 30. (posted 8/15/2019)
Director of Youth Ministry—Calvary Church (CRC)in Holland is seeking an individual who is passionate about shepherding, equipping, and training middle and high school students in the gospel and preparing them for their next season. (FT) Please visit their website for more information. Applications taken until Aug. 24 (posted 8/15/2019)
Youth Leader—Trinity United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids, MI is looking to fill with PT position. Please contact orangecelt00@aol.com for more information. (posted 8/9/19)
Covenant Community Church in Hudsonville, MI is seeking to fill two positions: Curriculum Coordinator (PT) and Director of Worship (PT). Contact jamied@ccchudsonville.org for more information. (posted 8/9/19)
Director of Student Ministries—Rosewood Reformed Church in Jenison, MI has this PT position open. This person will lead middle and high school students. Full job description can be found on the church’s website. (posted 7/30/19)
Senior Pastor-–Grandview Baptist Church in Estherville, IA is seeking a FT Senior Pastor. Please visit website for more information. (posted 7/26/2019)
Care Coordinator—Fellowship Reformed Church in Holland, MI is seeking a PT Care Coordinator to promote wellness of congregational members and facilitate care support by visiting those in need, coordinating care with volunteers, and collaborating with the pastors. Applications will be accepted until August. 31. (posted 7/24/2019)
Lead Pastor—The Table Church in Washington, DC is seeking to fill this position. Please visit the website for more information. (posted 7/17/19)
Senior Minister—First Congregational Church of Wayne, MI is seeking a full-time senior minister. Contact pamswright16@gmail.com for more information. (posted 7/16/19)
Pastor—St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Liovnia, MI is seeking a FT pastor. For more information contact janicelapenta@yahoo.com (posted 7/16/19)
Congregational Care Pastor—Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Haven, MI is searching for a Care Pastor. Visit their website for more information regarding this FT position. (posted 7/11/2019)
Campus Pastor—Harderwyk Ministries, a church in Holland, MI, composed of three worshipping communiteis is seeking an additional campus pastor to join its ministry team. The position will primarily serve the Watershed worshipping community. Please contact search@harderwyk.com for more information. (posted 7/2/19)
Assistant Pastor—First Presbyterian Church in Siloam Springs, AR is seeking a FT Assistant Pastor who will lead a ministry to children and youth. Full job description is online. (posted 7/2/19)
Pastor—First Presbyterian Church of Dubuque, IA is seeking a FT pastor to lead them into their mission “to worship God joyfully, nurture faithful disciples, welcome others in Jesus’ name, and reach out to the neighborhood and world sharing the love of Christ.” For more information contact mward@dbq.edu. Application taken until September 17. (posted 6/19/19)
Music and Worship Director—Ebenezer Reformed Church in Holland, MI is seeking to fill this PT position (10 hours). For more information please contact kathleen@ebenezerjoy.org. (posted 6/19/19)
Worship Director–Southridge Church in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a PT Worship Director to lead the congregation in contemporary worship during the weekly Sunday morning service, as well as additional worship experiences. For more information contact bringler@southridgechurch.com Applications will be taken until September 1. (posted 6/19/19)
Associate Pastor—Brunswick Church in Troy, NY is seeking to fill this FT position. Click on the link for full job description. (Posted 5/28/19)
Youth Director—Granite Springs Church in Lincoln, CA is seeking a PT Youth Director. For a complete job description contact khahn@granitesprings.org (posted 5/24/19)
Senior Pastor—Cedar Creek Church in Hayfield, MN is seeking a FT pastor. Please visit their website for information (posted 5/24/19)
Victory Point Ministries in Holland, MI is seeking to fill two part time positions; Director of Children’s Ministry and Director of Youth Ministry. Visit their website for more information. (posted 5/22/19)
Church Planter—The Bridge (RCA) in Portage/Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a church planter to enter a 6-9 month residency program resulting in a church plant within the Kalamazoo area. For more information contact: searchteam@thebridgeportage.org (posted 5/20/19)
Pastor—Neshanic Reformed Church in Hillsborough, NJ is seeking a full time pastor. Searching for a pastor who will seek to understand the needs and priorities of the congregations, supporting their spiritual growth and fostering strong connections among them. Job description can be found on their website. (posted 5/15/19)
Senior Pastor—Living Word Reformed Church in North Haledon, NJ is seeking a FT pastor to shepherd this church family. Please contact office@livingwordrc.org for job description, church profile and application requirements. (posted 5/15/19)
Pastor—Roseland Reformed Church in Blonkest, MN is seeking a FT Pastor. More information can be found on the church’s website or by contact roselandreformedsearch@gmail.com (posted 4/22/19)
PT Pastor—Clover Hill Reformed Church in Hillsborough, NY is seeking a PT pastor. Their church profile can be found on the RCA website or by contact mtowne@rca.org. (posted 4/22/19)
Pastor-–The First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church (RCA) in Fishkill, NY. This church is seeking a FT pastor. Please contact larrysansone@gmail.com for more information. (posted 4/22/19)
Senior Pastor—First Congregational Church in Roscommon, MI is seeking a FT pastor. Please contact gcccathym@gmail.com for more information. (posted 4/22/19)
Lead Pastor—Hopewell Reformed Church in Hopewell Junction, NY is seeking a FT Lead Pastor. For inquiries please contact HRCSearch@hrcrca.org. (posted 3/27/19)
Lead Pastor–Oakbrook Church in De Pere, WI is actively searching for a Lead Pastor. Information can be found on their website. (Posted 2/26/19)
Senior Pastor—Sanger Community Church in Sanger, CA. Please contact SCC@sangerchurch.net for more information. (Posted 2/26/19)
Pastor—Reformed Church of Stout in Stout, IA is seeking a head pastor. Please contact rjkonken@hotmail.com for more information and job description. (posted 2/26/19)
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The seminary does not discriminate in admissions, employment, and educational programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, disability, height, weight, genetic information, and other prohibited characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
As a religious institution, the seminary reserves the right to make employment and hiring decisions on the basis of religious criteria, based on the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and various relevant statutes.
For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and complaints of discrimination, contact:
Rayetta Perez, Title IX Coordinator
101 East 13th Street, Holland MI 49423
616 392.8555 x103
Inquiries and complaints may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
