Job description

Objective:
Fulfill God’s calling to minister to and shepherd junior and senior high school students.  Personal commitment for your own spiritual growth modeled by a consistent practice of prayer and spiritual disciplines.  Instill biblical truth through teaching and discipleship. Connect with students on a deep level and partner with families and the rest of the church body to accomplish our vision to know and follow Jesus as a church, at home & beyond.

This is a Full-time position reporting to the Senior Pastor

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Establish a vision for ministering to youth.

• Disciple youth to know and follow Jesus as they prepare for adulthood.
• Engage the unchurched youth in our community with the gospel.
• Manage the security plan that protects children in our church’s care.

Shepherd and care for youth and parents.

• Organize ministry, service, and missions opportunities that allow youth to serve alongside, build relationships with, and learn from adults.
• Maintain a plan for regular programming.
• Plan and execute events and retreat opportunities that encourage students to connect with God and each other.
• Be a welcoming, loving, engaged presence during church activities.

Build and equip a strong ministry team: Recruit, train, and develop leaders to disciple, connect with, and serve students.

Engage students with relevant Bible teaching.

• Lead the process of choosing and implementing curriculum and Bible-teaching rhythms for youth, as well as special programs for equipping parents.
• Teach students biblically-based lessons while coaching them in Bible-study techniques to enable them to study on their own.

Serve as a pastor with the broader church: The person in this role would ideally be recognized as Pastor, but may initially be considered a director.

Desired Qualifications: Undergraduate Degree with an emphasis in biblical studies or related training.  Multiple years of experience in volunteer and/or professional student ministry.  Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and develop adult volunteers.  Proven experience in teaching, shepherding and discipleship.