Youth Pastor​/Associate Pastor

Lake Tanglewood Church is seeking a dedicated Youth Pastor / Associate Pastor to grow our Youth Program and support the broader ministry of the church.

• Walk alongside students in faith, friendship, and growth.
• Lead, teach, and grow a vibrant, Christ‑centered youth ministry.
• Plan and lead regular youth gatherings, Bible studies, and worship opportunities.
• Build authentic, trustworthy relationships with students and their parents.
• Disciple and mentor students through questions of faith, doubt, identity, and life challenges.
• Organize youth service projects, retreats, mission trips, and fellowship activities.
• Recruit, train, and support adult youth volunteers and leaders.
• Maintain appropriate safety standards and boundaries in all youth interactions.
• Communicate consistently with families and the congregation.
• Preach from time to time and assist with pastoral duties as needed.
• Coordinate with the senior pastor and church staff on overall vision and calendar.

• Active, supportive member of Lake Tanglewood Church with regular worship attendance.
• Affirm, agree with, and faithfully uphold the Lake Tanglewood Church Statement of Faith.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies or related field; master’s degree preferred but not required.
• Prior youth ministry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated love for studying the Bible and daily commitment to Scripture reading.
• Strong character, sound judgment, and healthy personal boundaries.
• Gifted communicator able to teach Scripture in ways that connect with teenagers.
• Relational, reliable, and a consistent presence for students.
• Organizational skill to plan events and lead volunteers.
• Work ethic: diligent, hardworking, self‑starter, team player, and teachable.
• Enjoyment of the outdoors and outdoor activities is helpful.

• Full‑time position.
• Salary based on merit.
• Reports to Senior Pastor / Elder Board Pastor Jon Kohler.
• Location:
  
  Lake Tanglewood, Amarillo, Texas.