General Youth and Young Adult Ministry Positions

Last Entry May 14, 2013

Church: Osage Alliance Church, Osage, IA 
Position: Student Ministry Position
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: Low pay, long hours, opportunity to impact lives for eternity. Osage Alliance Church in north central Iowa is seeking an individual to minister to students. Currently we minister to 45 students, most from outside our church, many from single-parent home. Excellent facilities for this community ministry.
Contact: Pastor Steve Grunlan
Phone: 641-732-3290
Email: drgrunlan@gmail.com
Date Received: 14 May 2013
Also Listed As: Iowa

Church: Evangelical Free Church, Grand Island, NE 
Position: High School Youth Pastor
Open To: Men
Job Description: Lead the Youth Committee in development and implementation of outreach and disciple making ministries for high school students. Provide guidance, training, supervision, and evaluation of programs. Develop, promote and coordinate balanced program of activities and discipleship ministry. Be available to and work with parents. Be available to meet with students and pursue interaction with them outside of weekly meetings. Recruit, train and meet with volunteer staff. Develop annual youth ministry budget. Cultivate his own spiritual growth, as well as that of his family. 
Candidate Description: Meet scriptural qualifications for his calling as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7. Be a man of established Christian character, sound in faith and doctrine, and qualified to preach and teach the whole counsel of the Word of God. Be in agreement with the Statement of Faith. Be gifted in teaching, evangelism, administration and shepherding. Possess skills of public speaking, leadership and organization. Be able to work alongside pastoral staff. Understand and be committed to the ministry structure outlined in Mark DeVries book, "Sustainable Youth Ministry." Bible College or seminary training is preferred; Bachelor degree at minimum.  
Contact: Todd Tyler 
Phone: 308/382-1898 
Email: pastorsearch@giefc.org
Web: giefc.org
Date Received: 7 May 2013 
Also Listed As: Nebraska

Church: Westgate Church, Weston, MA 
Position: Student Minister (PT)
Open To: Men
Job Description: This person will assist with our junior and senior high ministries by providing leadership and ministering the gospel to students, helping them become rooted, grow, and bear fruit as part of a gospel-centered community living each day on mission for Christ. This position is for a two or three year term, and also includes opportunities to preach and gain general pastoral ministry experience in addition to student ministry.
The full position profile is available here: www.westgate-church.org/job-student-minister
Candidate Description: The Student Minister holds an important shepherding role within the church, and is held to the same standard as elders. This man must therefore meet the following qualifications:

• a personal relationship with Jesus Christ marked by spiritual maturity, humility, joy, love, prayer, and an utter dependence on the gospel of Jesus.
• a life that accords with the character qualifications for elders laid out in I Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9
• agreement with Westgate Church's Statement of Faith
• agreement with and desire to live out Westgate Church's Vision Statement
• agreement with and willingness to serve in accordance with the values and philosophy of our student and family ministries

The Student Minister must be a capable leader who is organized, relates well with people, and is able to fulfill his responsibilities. He should be both a self-starter and a team player, able to work in concert with the pastoral staff and lay ministry leaders while thinking beyond the traditional youth group model and working creatively to engage students with the gospel.
The Student Minister's previous experience will likely include either an undergraduate ministry degree, 4+ years of youth ministry experience, or some combination of the two. He will preferably be enrolled in or planning to pursue a master's level degree toward a career in pastoral ministry. 
Contact: Brandon Levering 
Phone: 781-237-2633 
Email: pastorbrandon@westgate-church.org
Web: www.westgate-church.org
Date Received: 24 April 2013
Also Listed As: Massachusetts

Church: Cornerstone Baptist Church, Edridge, IA 
Position: Youth Pastor
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: Cornerstone Baptist Church: becoming a spiritually dynamic body, making a significant impact in vulnerable families through our neighborhood schools.
We are looking for a full-time Youth Pastor to join us as we continue to seek fulfilling the vision that God has given us. We are a mid-sized church (~400) with many young families in Eldridge, Iowa, a small but growing town near the Quad Cities. The Youth Pastor will be a key player in helping parents disciple the youth and in reaching the vulnerable in our community. This person will work with the Youth Purpose Team to implement and develop strategies to carry out our vision. Key points of focus will be discipleship, coordinating outreach and evangelism, teaching, training leaders, student care, and planning special events.
Description:

• Strengthen and maintain the existing junior and senior high youth ministry
• Launch a new youth ministry in a potential multi-site location in DeWitt, Iowa
• Disciple the youth and also aid in guiding the parents of the youth in this process
• Plan youth events and involve the youth in various church ministries and activities
• Partner with the Worship Pastor to further develop the youth worship team
• Manage the youth ministry budget
• Participate in leadership meetings and other activities as requested

Candidate Description: The ideal candidate will have a contagious passion for Jesus and at least two years of experience working with youth and building leaders. This person will also demonstrate effective communication skills with both youth and adults. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Qualifications/Requirements:

• Spirit-filled, Christ-centered, reverence for God
• Strong biblical foundation
• Genuine passion for reaching, growing, and discipling youth
• Proven ability to develop leaders and youth through teaching and mentoring
• Experience building and/or maintaining a thriving youth group
• A learner, preferably with a 4-year degree
• Self-motivated
• Administrative skills, strong computer skills preferred
• Agreement with church doctrine
• Biblical and theological training (current or will acquire)

Contact: Ryan Trotter 
Phone: 563-285-8080 
Email: contactcornerstonesearchteam@gmail.com
Web: www.cornerstone-eldridge.org
Date Received: 19 April 2013
Also Listed As: Iowa 

Church: Mount Lebanon United Methodist Church, Pittsburgh, PA 
Position: Director of Youth/Student Ministries
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description:

• To develop relationships with youth, college youth, and their families
• To implement "safe sanctuary" abuse prevention system
• Coordinate with other staff volunteers all programs, such as youth group, summer mission trips, church camp, social events, fund-raising, annual retreats etc.
• Help the youth plan and lead worship for youth meetings and events 

Candidate Description:

• Skills in recruiting youth and leaders. It is desirable to have had course work in Bible, theology, and youth ministry.
• Basic Computer-Internet literacy
• Strong relational skills with youth and adults. State clearances required. A passion for youth, warm, welcoming personality, strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Contact: John Dalzell  
Email: jdalzell@mlumc.org 
Web: www.mlumc.org/ 
Date Received: 15 April 2013 
Also Listed As: Pennsylvania

Church: First Presbyterian Church, Sioux Falls, SD
Position: Youth and Young Adult Ministries Director
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: FT Youth and Young Adult Ministries Director To further develop an active youth program in the largest Presbyterian Congregation in SD. Competitive Salary Offered. Resumes accepted at: the email address listed below or at Youth and Young Adult Search Committee, First Presbyterian Church, 2300 South West, Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Job description available upon request. Closing Date: May 10, 2013
Candidate Description: Prefer Bachelors Degree and some youth experience.
Contact: Christen Shackelford 
Phone: 605-336-2886 
Email: Christenshackelford@fpcsioux.org
Web: fpcsiouxfalls.org/ 
Date Received: 2 April 2013 
Also Listed As: South Dakota

Church: Reeve Evangelical Free Church, Clear Lake, WI 
Position: Student Ministries Director
Open To: Men and Women 
Job Description: Primary Purpose: To lead the Youth Ministries of REFC by:

1. Actively discipling the Jr. High and Sr. High students of REFC. (Know & Grow)
2. Providing outreach opportunities for students. (Serve)
3. Equipping students for evangelism and Christian service. (Share)
4. Developing an adult volunteer ministry leadership team.

Responsibilities:

1. Administer and supervise all of the church’s youth ministries including:

   • Sr. High youth group (9th – 12th, Sunday nights)
   • Jr. High youth group (6th – 8th, Wednesday nights)
2. Instruct and motivate youth in developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, creating environments to help them find their spiritual gifts, growth toward spiritual maturity; developing a Bible centered world view and a personal responsibility to serve others in the name of Jesus
3. Provide pastoral care to the youth and their families
4. Be involved in local schools by attending lunches and other extra-curricular activities
5. Provide training and encouragement to volunteer youth leaders
6. Submit an annual budget for youth ministry needs.
7. Meet with the other staff weekly, providing a report of your goals, accomplishments, prayers and praises.
8. Provide written annual report to the Elders and congregation of your accomplishments, prayers and praises.
9. Participate in Districts (January) and Challenge/National (July) Youth Conferences.
10. Assist in worship services of the church as directed by the Sr. Pastor.
11. Accomplish duties as assigned by the Sr. Pastor.

We are looking for someone with vision and excitement. We are an open and flexible congregation, and we would like to hire someone with fresh ideas and the ability to carry them through. If you have a heart for God, and a passion for youth of all ages, we would ask that you, at minimum, submit a resume and a list of references to us at the contact information listed above. If there is anything else that you feel sets you apart from other candidates, we would always welcome more information. See a complete job description here (PDF).
Candidate Description: Qualifications:

1. Exhibits a personal and growing relationship with God, a teachable spirit, and a healthy family life.
2. At least a Bachelor’s degree is preferred (with some Bible and youth ministry classes preferred).
3. One who is gifted and called to youth ministry and exhibits a passion for ministry to youth.
4. Has previous youth ministry leadership experience.
5. In agreement with REFC’s statement of faith, mission, purpose and goals.
6. Meets the character qualifications of an elder as listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9 and 1 Peter 5:1-4.   

Contact: Todd Groat
Email: refc@cltcomm.net
Web: www.reevechurch.org
Date Received: 1 April 2013
Also Listed As: Wisconsin

Church: First Baptist Church, Aberdeen, SD
Position: Youth Pastor/Worship Leader
Open To: Men 
Job Description: First Baptist Church of Aberdeen, SD is a church family with an active, living, and growing faith in Christ Jesus.  We exist to glorify God through worship, service, and mission.  We are seeking a full-time Youth Pastor/Worship Leader to join our ministry team.
Responsibilities
Youth Ministry

1. Lead and coordinate various youth activities for grades 7 through 12.  These include Wednesday evening programs, mission trips, camps, retreats, and special events.
2. Builds relationships by personally getting to know the youth and helping them to get closer to God.
3. Able to teach compelling Bible lessons that encourage teens to desire a deeper spiritual life.
4. Teaches, encourages, and promotes meaningful prayer culture in the ministry and lives of the students.
5. Builds relationships and community within the youth group through games and activities.  Must be able to promote and have fun!
6. Builds a close relationship with the adult leaders that assist in the youth group ministry.
7. Develops student musicians to lead worship during youth meetings.
8. Oversees and manages the youth ministry budget.

Worship Leader

1. Works with the lead Pastor to plan the corporate worship of the church.
2. Leads worship in a rotation with others on the praise team in the Sunday AM service.
3. Helps to coordinate praise teams that lead the congregation in singing.
4. Appreciates a variety of Christian musical songs and styles that are both traditional and contemporary.

Accountable Relationships

1. Participates as a team member with a highly supportive staff.
2. Maintains scheduled office hours within the church building.
3. Reports to the lead pastor for the coordination of ministry programs.
4. Communicates to parents regarding youth ministry programs and events.
5. Other pastoral duties as assigned by the lead pastor.

Candidate Description: Professional Qualifications

1. Be a man of mature Christian Character whose life reflects the characteristics of I Tim. 3 and Titus 1.
2. Subscribe to the Statement of Faith, Constitution, By-Laws, Goals, and Policies of First Baptist Church.
3. Possess at least a bachelor’s degree in youth ministry, Biblical studies, music or related ministry field of study.  A seminary degree is a plus. 

Skills and Abilities

1. Current on software and technology relating to youth ministry.
2. Personable and teachable spirit by being willing to learn and grow.
3. Able to organize the day to day operations of ministry programs.
4. Experienced guitar or keyboard player and vocally proficient in praise and worship style of music.

A competitive salary and benefit package is offered to the right ministry candidate.
Email: ypsearch57401@gmail.com
Web: www.fbcaberdeen.com
Date Received: 24 March 2013 
Also Listed As: South Dakota

Church: Evangelical Free Church, Bloomington, IL
Position: Pastor of Youth and Families
Open To: Men
Job Description: We are seeking a man who will take over leadership of a youth ministry, 6th-12th grade, consisting of 100 teens (averaging 60 per week). He will have a philosophy of ministry which encompasses the whole family, not just teens. He will think and plan strategically with a team of volunteer lay Youth & Family coordinators, aiming for numeric and spiritual growth. This position came open when our Youth & Families Pastor was promoted to a newly created position within the church.

Responsibilities:

• Recruits, retains, resources, trains and mentors Youth Ministry Coordinators.
• Builds, leads and mentors a leadership team to provide overall leadership of ministry to families with youth.
• Oversees on-going Youth Ministry programs (Sunday mornings, mid-week, small groups, outreach events, youth mission trips, social action projects, etc.)
• Show strong ability to work in a ministry team setting.
• Commitment to developing key student leaders.
• Ensures parents and students are engaged in and informed about opportunities.
• Oversees safety and security regarding Youth & Family Ministry.
• Oversees and is responsible for Youth & Family Ministry budget.
• For full job description, please visit our website.

Candidate Description: Requirements:

• Minimum of 4-year Bachelor's degree.
• Ministry experience.
• Ability to develop structures and systems that will help Christian parents and teens grow deeply in a holistic way, while also doing the same in reaching out effectively to non-believing families.
• Able to filter decisions and information in a team setting.

Contact: Youth and Family Search Team
Email: YFSearch@efreebn.org
Phone: 309-663-6534
Web: www.efreebn.org
Date Posted: 12 March 2013
Also Listed As: Illinois

Church: White Pine Community Church, North Yarmouth, ME
Position: Youth Pastor
Open To: Men 
Job Description: The creation of a full-time youth pastor position reflects White Pine's commitment to helping students find and follow Jesus.
Expectations:

• Provide vision and overall direction for high school and middle school ministries.
• Work closely with children's director to develop a strategic and seamless ministry to
• students from birth to high school graduation.
• Shepherd all regular attenders to the youth group, directly or indirectly.
• Fulfill the primary teaching role for both high school and middle school ministries.
• Maintain full, purposeful and balanced activity calendars for both high school and
• middle school programs.
• Recruit, train, motivate and supervise adult sponsors as needed.
• Counsel youth and parents as needed.
• Maintain scrupulous financial records for all activities.
• Provide general pastoral service to the church family as requested by the senior pastor.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.

Accountability: The youth pastor will be in full submission to the board of elders, and will report directly to the pastor.
Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation package will be based upon education, experience and family needs.
• Full-time benefits include health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Three weeks of paid vacation will be given (and taken) each year.
• Mileage reimbursement will be equal to IRS reimbursement.
• Compensation package will be reviewed annually.

Partnership and Licensing:

• Youth pastor and spouse will be partners from date of employment.
• Youth pastor will be licensed as a minister of the gospel from date of employment.
• Licensing will terminate when employment ends.  

Candidate Description: We are looking for a teacher/leader who has a contagious love for Jesus who relates naturally to both middle school and high school students. Our youth pastor will be equally passionate about outreach and discipleship and will design a strategy and build a team to reach pre-Christians and nurture Christians. In addition, the youth pastor will be part of the team that provides general pastoral service to the entire church family and community. This position will be filled by someone called to long-term youth ministry, not someone who is looking for a stepping stone to a different career goal.
Qualifications:

• Contagious spiritual life.
• Genuine love for youth and clear calling to youth ministry.
• Wholehearted commitment to White Pine mission and values.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
• Giftedness in teaching the Bible relevantly to youth.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with sponsors and parents.
• Above reproach in all areas of life.  

Contact: Youth Pastor Search Committee  
Email: youthpastorwpcc@gmail.com
Date Received: 26 February 2013
Also Listed As: Maine

Church: Chinese Christian Church in Somerset, NJ
Position: Youth Pastor
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: Vision-driven, evangelical, non-denominational Asian American church in central New Jersey seeks energetic Youth Pastor. The church has 300 attendees with three congregations (English, Mandarin, Cantonese), each with a full-time pastor. Our vision is to establish multi-generational, multi-ethnic, and interdependent ministries; to empower new generations of church leaders; and engage disciples for the Great Commission. We have a well established youth ministry with a Youth Pastor Intern and several young adult counselors committed to serve.
Duties and Responsibilities
General

• Participate in leading worship services, including preaching, when requested.
• Participate in pastoral staff and church board meetings
• Participate in planning and execution of church-wide decisions/events.

Youth Ministry

• Minister to youths (grade 7 to 12), youth helpers, and parents.
• Provide oversight and leadership training to junior and senior high youths.
• Oversee ministries including, but not limited to: Fellowship Events, Missions Trips, Retreats, Outreach Events, Weekend Youth Ministry Events, Meetings as needed.
• Provide training and shepherding for adult youth leaders.
• Provide training for parents to assist them in the upbringing of their children.  

Candidate Description:

• Minimum 2-year youth ministry experience
• Degree (preferably M.Div) from accredited evangelical seminary
• Understanding of Asian-American church ministry 

Contact: Youth Pastor Search Committee 
Phone: 732-249-4226 
Email: ypsearch@cccs-nj.org
Web: www.cccs-nj.org
Date Received: 25 February 2013
Also Listed As: New Jersey

Church: East Cooper Baptist Church, Mt Pleasant, SC
Position: Young Adult Pastor/Director 
Open To: Men
Job Description: The pastor/director leads the young adult singles ministry of East Cooper Baptist Church.

• He will provide oversight for a leadership team of staff and volunteers.
• He will develop and implement ministry goals that are consistent with the mission and vision of ECBC.
• The young adult singles ministry at ECBC has a strong Bible teaching emphasis, a commitment to small groups, and seeks to equip young adult singles to pursue Jesus Christ passionately as they impact their culture.  

Candidate Description: Pursues Jesus Christ Passionately, Character and Competence, A Pastor, A Team Member, A Leader, A Passion for the Bible, A Student of Young Adult Culture, A Passion for Relationships

Contact: Jennifer Crady 
Phone: 843-856-3222 
Email: jenniferc@eastcooperbaptist.com
Web: eastcooperbaptist.com/ 
Date Received: 30 January 2013
Also Listed As: South Carolina

Church: DBC, Denison, IA
Position: Youth/Children's Ministry Leader
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: Do you love serving the Lord by working with youth and children? Is your passion and giftedness in youth and children's ministry? We are looking for an individual or couple who have a passion for youth and children's ministries.

• We are a new Church start therefore this position will begin requiring you to be Bi-vocational. This position will become a paid position when the Church can support multiple staff.
• Our community is in a Micro-environment, with 4% unemployment, low housing cost and low cost of living. The community is very diverse with demographic of 45% multi-ethnic population.
• We are purposely planting a Multi-Ethnic conservative Evangelical Church. Our Church body is young singles and couples of Asian, African, Hispanic and White Ethnic backgrounds.  

Candidate Description:

• We are seeking a person or couple who is able to build a youth and children's ministry that will care for the needs of the people.
• The person or couple should be willing to work Bi-Vocationally until the Church is able to support this ministry position.
• The person should be visionary for we have a lot of potential for developing creative ministries that can have a tremendous impact in the community.  

Contact: Pastor Marc Wallace 
Phone: 712-269-6620 
Email: marcswallace@gmail.com
Web: www.dbcia.org 
Date Received: 28 January 2013
Also Listed As: Iowa

Church: Berean Bible Church, Grand Island, NE   
Position: Pastor of Youth and Children's Ministry   
Open To: Men   
Job Description: The pastor of youth and children’s ministry is a full time staff pastor with primary responsibility for ministry to youth and their families. He will provide leadership in teaching, discipleship and evangelism among our youth and give general oversight to the children’s ministry. He will also give administrative assistance to the senior pastor. A secondary responsibility may be to serve in an area to be developed based upon giftedness, interest and need.
Please view the position description (PDF) for more information.

Candidate Description: QUALIFICATIONS AND BASIC ASSUMPTIONS

• Have a consistent, growing walk with the Lord from which to influence others.
• Have a clear call to youth pastoral ministry in the local church.
• Meet the Scriptural qualifications for elders as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7.
• A man of established Christian character, sound in faith and doctrine, and qualified to teach the Word of God.
• A good communicator.
• Be in complete agreement with the Berean Constitution.
• Have experience and training in youth ministry.
• Possess teaching, leadership, administrative and organizational skills.
• A “team player” within a multiple staff.
• Possess (or be willing to possess) license or ordination credentials with the Berean Fundamental Church Council.
• Will keep all office and personal information related to the church ministry in confidence.

Please view the ministry profile (PDF) for more information.
To apply, please email your resume to the contact below.

Contact: Pastor Scott Friesen 
Phone: (308) 382.7881
Email: scott@giberean.org
Web: www.giberean.org
Date Posted: 18 December 2012 
Also Listed As: Nebraska

Church: The Church of St. John the Divine, Houston, TX
Position: Director of Youth Ministries
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: The Church of St. John the Divine, a vibrant, Christ-centered, evangelical Episcopal church is seeking a full-time Director of Youth Ministries to lead a team of four full-time youth workers and partner with families in discipling approximately 200 youth currently in the program. St. John the Divine (SJD) is located near downtown Houston and has a membership of approximately 4,500 members. The church is well-resourced and so is the youth ministry in terms of finances, parental involvement, and volunteers.

The Director of Youth Ministries (DYM) is responsible for:

• The development of relationships with all youth members and their families for the purpose of nurturing their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• The formation of a base of volunteers to build a web of relationships for each St. John the Divine (SJD) student with multiple Christian adults in the church.
• The infusion of a joyful Christian atmosphere into all SJD youth programs.  

Candidate Description: SJD's next Director of Youth Ministries should have a college degree, 10+ years of experience in youth ministry leadership, a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ and a willingness to embrace orthodox Episcopal tradition. S/he will need to bring the following to the position:

• Strong teaching, relational and organizational skills
• Levels of passion and energy for establishing meaningful Christian relationships with youth
• Leadership of volunteers and a staff to do relational ministry together as a team  

Email: abreckwoldt@yahoo.com
Web: www.sjd.org
Date Received: 18 November 2012
Also Listed As: Texas