FREE CHRISTIAN CHURCH – YOUTH PASTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Youth Pastor

Job status:  Full-Time, 40hrs/week, includes Sundays and some holidays. Part-Time may be considered.

Job roles & responsibilities:
•       Purpose: To partner with parents in teaching, guiding, and directing youth (6th to 12th grade) at FCC and in the surrounding community in the foundations of faith so they will grow into a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ—the most important thing in their lives.
•       Plan, direct and evaluate Youth Ministry scope and sequence as well as weekly curriculum prep. Evaluate existing ministries and curricula, implementing change where needed.
•       Deliver Youth pastoral leadership on Sunday as well as select evenings depending on the group (middle school and high school).
•       Responsible for Confirmation Program for the youth of FCC (11th and 12th grade) on a biannual basis.
•       Plan, coordinate and lead youth off-site events and retreats (winter and summer) to enable focused, meaningful reflection in a fun, supportive environment.
•       Recruit and coach volunteers and assistant staff or intern.  Ensure a harmonized approach to teaching and discipleship. Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration through which innovative ministry can flow.
•       Coordinate and lead service opportunities for the youth.  Coordinate with outside groups as well as Missions and Service Director.
•       Ensure Youth Ministry include parents and family as an essential part of a holistic ministry to youth. Keep the congregation informed about these ministries and the needs of youth. Ensure that new families in the church are welcomed and connected with Youth Ministry.
•       Work with the Pastor of Discipleship to develop strategic plans, action steps and goals for Youth Ministry that implement the purpose and mission of FCC.
•       Work with the Pastor of Discipleship in management of all budgets related to Youth Ministry.

Reporting structure:  Reports to Pastor of Discipleship

Required skills and experience:

Skills:
•       Personal and mature faith in Jesus Christ
•       Ability to work with youth & adult volunteers and minister to their needs
•       Leadership, teaching & administrative skills
•       Relevant youth ministry work experience
•       High energy level; relational skills, high emotional and social intelligence; coachable
•       Understands basic student development, be familiar with contemporary youth ministry strategies
•       Basic budgeting, planning and management skills
•       Ability to work and collaborate with other staff positively.

Experience:
•       BA/BS degree required
•       MDiv or MA preferred
•       Seminary students are encouraged to apply
•       Some experience preferred, 2-3 years

 

Website

www.freechristian.org