FUNCTION: Lead the church to develop and maintain an effective ministry to Students (grades 7-12) and the Recreation Ministry of Parkside. This position is a ministerial staff position and is under the direct supervision of the Family Pastor.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Student ministry: 1. Work directly with Student Ministry leadership in planning, resourcing and supporting the reaching, teaching and ministering for students in cooperation with the Sunday School Coordinator(s) and the Nominating Committee. 2. Organize events, retreats, workshops, and weekly studies designed to encourage commitment, growth and discipleship toward Christian maturity for the various stages of the lives of students. 3. Provide leadership for visitation and outreach to students. 4. Collaborate with other staff members in churchwide reaching, teaching and ministering efforts. 5. Serve as spiritual advisor, minister and mentor to students. 6. Advise in the use, purchase and maintenance of program materials, equipment, supplies and space for student ministry activities. 7. Plan and coordinate training for all volunteer adult leadership working with students. 8. Attend and/or participate in convention/conference to enhance personal and professional growth as provided in the budget. 9. Oversee and comply with church policy and efforts related to safety and security of all students when a part of any Parkside event.

Recreation: As overseer of the Recreation Ministries, the Director will work with an Associate Recreation Director to insure the following… 1. Develop and oversee all programs and ministries of the Recreation Ministry. 2. Give direction and provide leadership for the Recreation Staff. 3. Recruit, train and support volunteers for all areas of the Recreation Ministry. 4. Maintain and grow recreation ministry and provide new activities and opportunities and the highest level of excellence for participants. 5. Plan, submit and oversee the budget of the Recreation Ministry as well as all other financial aspects of the ministry to ensure that everything is done in accordance with guidelines provided by the Church. 6. Maintain and uphold all compliance and safety regulations, training, and standards for the Recreation Ministry. 7. Be intent of growing church membership through the activity available through recreation ministries.