Director of Student Ministries

# Director of Student Ministries## The Bridge Church Odessa, TXChurch/Company Size
351 to 500

Job Type Full Time Pay Type Salary Employee  Workplace On-site###

Job Description:

# Director of Student Ministries

– Job Description ## Who we areThe Bridge is an independent Wesleyan congregation in north Odessa, Texas. We exist to invite people to pursue Jesus together to find hope, community, and purpose.

We are a vibrant, growing church. Our large children's ministry sends a steady stream of kids into middle and high school every year, and we need a leader ready to welcome them and grow with them.## The role

The Director of Student Ministries is a full-time pastoral role leading Bridge Youth, our ministry to students in grades 6–12 and their families. You will build a Bible-centered ministry where students meet Jesus, grow as disciples, find real community, and learn to serve others.## What you'll do
** Make disciples*
* • Build a Bible-centered discipleship pathway for Bridge Youth so students grow as disciples and families know our process.
• Lead and grow weekly gatherings, creating fun, meaningful environments for middle and high school students.
• Include spiritual formation at every event, and pray regularly with your teams for students and families.
• Assist the pastor in leading Confirmation classes.
** Welcome every student*
* • Create a welcoming environment where new students feel they belong and are known.
• Build relationships with students inside and outside The Bridge community.
** Partner with families*
* • Involve parents in their students' spiritual formation.
• Follow up with students and families within the church.
** Build and lead teams*
* • Recruit, train, schedule, and inspire youth mentors and volunteers.
• Build the teams needed to carry out student ministry.
• Recruit, train, and empower volunteers for the Sunday morning Connections Table.
** Reach the community*
* • Plan and lead outreach events.
• Lead camps, summer programs, fun events, and mission opportunities that help students grow and serve.
** Steward the ministry*
* • Oversee all programming and ministry for grades 6–12.
• Maintain Safe Sanctuaries training, background checks, and other safeguards so every student is protected.
• Manage the student ministry budget, organization, and volunteers.
• Set annual goals aligned with our vision, then evaluate and adjust them through the year.
• Be present and involved in ministry on Sunday mornings.
** Keep growing*
* • Maintain an authentic, growing walk with Jesus Christ.
• Attend continuing education, conferences, and development events.## Who you are
** Faith and calling*
* • You have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, evident in your actions, attitude, and character.
• You have a pastor's heart and a passion for the spiritual formation of students and families.
• You embrace The Bridge's vision, values, statement of faith, and Wesleyan heritage.
• You are a person of integrity who can be trusted with students and families.
** Experience and skills*
* • You have ministry training and experience working with youth. A proven track record of growing a student ministry is a strong plus.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• You recruit, develop, and lead volunteer teams well.
• You are organized, a self-starter, and you see projects through to completion.
• You bring enthusiasm, strong relational skills, and a good work ethic.
** What drives you*
* • You love students and families and want to help them connect and grow spiritually.
• You want to see students serving others.
• You enjoy working on a team with other staff.

Competitive salary based on experience. We are prepared to offer a premium for a candidate with a proven track record of growing a student ministry.