Youth Pastor Job O'Fallon area,Missouri USA,Education / Teaching

Youth Pastor

Full‑time position that will oversee the entire youth ministry (6th‑12th graders) at our Mid Rivers Campus. This person will create a safe environment for students across the spiritual spectrum to take steps on their journey with Jesus. Responsibilities include overseeing the weekly Youth Crossing gathering, events, outreach, volunteers, and volunteer development. The role requires strong leadership and relational skills, focusing on creating community, culture, and trust among teams.

This position will also operate in a pastoral capacity during our weekend services.

Essential

Job Responsibilities Associate Pastor Responsibilities

Primary teacher and vision keeper of campus youth ministry
Oversee Middle and High School volunteers
Recruit and train teams of adult volunteers
Provide ongoing training and leadership development for volunteers
Implement follow up with new and current students
Develop and implement student leadership opportunities
Work closely with the Youth Central Services Team to put on weekly Youth services
Create community and relational opportunities through events and activities
Be proactive and have initiative to troubleshoot and evaluate to expand Youth Crossing ministry
Partner with Youth Central Services Team to plan and execute combined events and initiatives, including a summer camp and winter retreat
Provide pastoral support and leadership for Weekend Services
Other staff duties as assigned by the Leadership team

Position Qualification Requirements Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Teaching
Leadership
Discernment
Administration

Character Traits Needed for This Position

Humble, Flexible, Teachable and Trustworthy
Team builder & player
Spiritually mature
Passionate about students, The Crossing and a personal relationship with God

Necessary Skills and Attributes

High relationship skills
Ability to keep information confidential
Ability to recruit, develop and empower leaders

Education / Training and Certificates

Bachelor’s Degree
3‑5 years vocational ministry experience

Must Haves for All Staff at the Crossing

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

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