Youth Pastor

The Youth Pastor is a vital member of the leadership team at Trinity Church, reflecting the central place students hold in our community. This role leads, develops, and sustains a vibrant, Christ-centered ministry for middle and high school students (grades 6 through 12). The Youth Pastor exists to disciple students, equip and engage volunteer leaders, partner with parents, and cultivate a thriving, healthy youth culture aligned with the mission and values of the church.

Ben Valentine, our Senior Pastor, began his own ministry at Trinity as a youth leader and will personally mentor and guide whoever steps into this role in the work of equipping the next generation and serving families. This is a rare opportunity to lead a flourishing ministry while being intentionally developed as a church leader.

Given our location and the strategic importance of this role, compensation is set above market rate for qualified candidates.

The Youth Pastor’s responsibilities include:

• Spiritual Leadership & Discipleship
  • Lead students into a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ through Scripture, prayer, worship, and community.
  • Teach biblically sound, age-appropriate messages that are engaging, culturally aware, and gospel-centered.
  • Develop and implement a clear discipleship pathway for students from entry through graduation.
  • Provide pastoral care, guidance, and prayer for students during key developmental stages.
• Program Development & Execution
  • Plan and oversee weekly youth gatherings, small groups, retreats, camps, and special events.
  • Create environments that are welcoming, safe, and spiritually formative.
  • Collaborate with worship, production, and communications teams as needed.
  • Evaluate and refine programming to ensure alignment with church vision and student needs.
• Volunteer & Staff Leadership
  • Lead, support, and develop youth ministry staff and key leaders, fostering a healthy and collaborative team culture.
  • Recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders while fostering an engaging, healthy youth ministry culture marked by maturity and consistency.
  • Equip leaders with resources, coaching, and spiritual support.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, encouragement, and excellence within the youth ministry.
• Family & Church Partnership
  • Partner with parents and guardians as the primary spiritual influencers in students’ lives.
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding programming, spiritual formation, and student well-being.
  • Collaborate with church staff to ensure youth ministry is integrated into the broader life of the church.
  • Support student involvement in intergenerational worship and service opportunities.
• Administrative & Stewardship
  • Manage the youth ministry budget responsibly and transparently.
  • Maintain compliance with church policies related to safety, child protection, and risk management.
  • Track attendance, engagement, and ministry outcomes to inform strategic planning.