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Free Christian Church – Youth Pastor Job Position

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 (11^th and 12^th 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

Collaborating ministries:

• Children’s Ministry
• College/Young Adult Ministry
• Connecting Ministry
• Communication/IT
• Missions & Service
• Music Ministry
• Facilities

Required skills and experience:

• 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.