Staff Associate - Prior Lake, MN

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Scott County Young Life is seeking a full-time Staff Associate I to help lead and grow ministry in Scott County, Minnesota, serving primarily at Prior Lake High School. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a healthy, established ministry with strong momentum, an experienced leadership team, and deep community roots built over more than 25 years of ministry.

The Staff Associate will work closely with the Area Director in a thriving area that includes both Young Life and Wyld Life ministry. The ideal candidate is relational, self-motivated, spiritually grounded, and excited to build authentic relationships with high school students, volunteer leaders, parents, and community partners.

Scott County Young Life is a growing and robust ministry serving students in a supportive and connected community. The ministry currently has:

• A committed and healthy volunteer leader team already in place
• Established ministry systems and community support
• Strong involvement at Prior Lake High School
• A history of impactful ministry spanning more than 25 years

This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to build on a strong foundation while helping shape the future of ministry in the area.

• Develop meaningful relationships with high school students at Prior Lake High School
• Lead and support weekly Young Life club, Campaigners, and contact wor
• Recruit, train, and shepherd volunteer leaders
• Partner with parents, school staff, churches, and community supporters
• Assist in ministry strategy, communication, and area events
• Participate in Young Life training and staff development
• Support the overall mission and vision of Scott County Young Life

• A growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Passion for adolescent ministry and relational outreach
• Ability to lead teams and build strong relationships
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Alignment with Young Life’s mission and values
• Willingness to raise personal financial support as part of Young Life staff

• Healthy, established ministry with strong momentum
• Great volunteer leadership team already in place
• Supportive Area Director and collaborative ministry environment
• Strong community engagement and support
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in students’ lives
• Beautiful and growing suburban community southwest of the Twin Cities

Through both formal training and direct field ministry experience, learn how to effectively carry out and manage Young Life ministry.

Spiritual Development — “Following Jesus” includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.

• Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant…