Youth Director

SUMMARY:

This is a one to two-year paid internship/residency with housing provided.  A permanent, full-time position could be extended upon completion. The primary duties include administering Jr. and Sr. High Student Ministry as well as 3 to 5 hours of weekly tech responsibilities for the Sunday services. Tech software training is provided. This is a 42 hour per week position.

Expectations:

• Model a Christ-centered lifestyle inside and outside of ministry.

• Establish positive and encouraging relationships with students by investing in their lives.

• Administrate and execute Wednesday evening youth ministry, providing fun activities and a lesson.

• Develop and lead quarterly outreach events that give students a special opportunity to invite friends to the youth ministry.

• Attend the youth Sunday school class and teach as needed.

• Manage the student ministry budget.

• Recruit and develop volunteer leaders, empowering them to share in ministry responsibilities.

• Provide monthly communication to parents using all mediums available.

• Provide an annual hands-on opportunity for service to the community or a mission trip.

Qualifications:

• Profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

• Possess a heart for youth.

• Take initiative; be self-directed, able to lead a team with respect for all.

• Teach according to the Biblical doctrine of First Baptist Church (see attached).

Abilities and Skills:

• Effective communicator and organizer who can recruit and delegate.

• Knowledge of Youth Ministry and Christian Education concepts and methods.

• Willing to learn and receive additional training for church service tech and online streaming.

Experience:

Student or graduate of a school of ministry/Bible college or university.

Pay:

Up to $25,000 for 42 hours per week and housing.

Youth Ministry Budget:

Up to $5,000 annually.  We also encourage one to two annual fundraisers (after church meal led by youth ministry) for goal-oriented projects (mission trips, retreats, etc.)