Position: Youth Director / Pastor
Ministry Area: Youth
Classification: Full-time Exempt, benefits
Accountable: Connections Pastor
Compensation: $75,000 - $80,000 (Director) up to $95,000 for Pastor
Position Summary:
The Youth Director/Pastor at Christ Community Church (C3) is responsible for leading, overseeing, and growing a vibrant, Christ-centered youth ministry (grades 6-12). This role involves fostering an environment where young people can deepen their relationship with God and build meaningful community. The Youth Director/Pastor will empower and equip youth leaders, engage students and their families, and integrate the youth ministry seamlessly into the broader vision and mission of C3.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vision & Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and articulate a compelling vision for C3's youth ministry that aligns with the overall church mission and values.
- Strategize, plan, and implement a comprehensive discipleship pathway for students, including worship, teaching, life groups, service, and fellowship.
- Continuously evaluate programs and strategies for effectiveness and growth.
- Discipleship & Programming:
- Oversee the planning and execution of engaging weekly youth gatherings (e.g., youth group, Bible studies).
- Develop and deliver age-appropriate teaching that is biblically sound and relevant to the lives of the youth.
- Organize and lead special events, retreats, mission trips, and outreach ministries.
- Team Leadership & Development:
- Recruit, train, equip, and empower a team of dedicated volunteer youth leaders.
- Provide ongoing mentorship, support, and spiritual encouragement to leaders.
- Foster a strong, collaborative, and healthy team culture among youth leaders.
- Student Engagement & Care:
- Build authentic relationships with students, providing spiritual guidance, mentorship, and pastoral care.
- Create a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students feel valued, safe, and connected.
- Be present and accessible to students during youth events and beyond.
- Parent & Family Partnership:
- Communicate regularly and effectively with parents/guardians, keeping them informed about ministry activities and providing resources for family discipleship.
- Seek opportunities to partner with parents in the spiritual formation of their children.
- Church Integration & Collaboration:
- Work collaboratively with church staff to ensure seamless integration of youth ministry into the wider church body.
- Partner closely with the Youth Ministry Assistant for all youth-related communications, event planning, and promotional efforts, leveraging her support for systems and announcements.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and contribute to the overall health and direction of C3.
- Administration & Stewardship:
- Manage the youth ministry budget responsibly.
- Oversee necessary administrative tasks, record-keeping, and compliance with church policies (e.g., safety protocols).
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience leading or significantly contributing to a vibrant youth ministry.
- Proven track record of recruiting, developing, and retaining volunteer leaders.
- Experience in planning and executing youth programs, events, and trips.
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies, Theology, Christian Ministry, or a related field preferred.
- Formal theological training or ordination for Youth Pastor.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Strong biblical knowledge and ability to teach and apply scripture in a relevant way to youth.
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) with youth, parents, leaders, and staff.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to cast vision, inspire, and motivate young people and volunteers.
- Proficiency with technology relevant to youth ministry and communications (e.g., social media, presentation software).
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across ministries.
- Personal Qualities:
- A deep and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, evidenced by spiritual maturity and character.
- A genuine passion for ministering to and discipling young people.
- Relational, approachable, and able to connect with diverse personalities and multicultures.
- Energetic, creative, and adaptable.
- Committed to the vision, mission, and theological distinctives of Christ Community Church.
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional growth.
