Youth Minister

1. Qualifications

• A clear sense of God’s calling to middle & high school ministry
• College degree in Christian studies or 2 years student ministry experience preferred
• A mature, growing relationship with God and His Word in alignment with the Southern Baptist doctrine
• High ethical standards such as those detailed in 1 Timothy and Titus
• The ability to connect with students in a way that builds trust and with the hope of strengthening their family unit.
• The ability to make biblical truths clear and relevant to students
• Must pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license
• Live within the community

• Give full support to church leadership, including the senior pastor
• Actively participate in major church events outside youth ministry
• Invest in and equip mature students to develop their Christian leadership skills
• Coordinate all student activities
• Share the Gospel on an ongoing basis and create opportunities for students to come to faith in Christ
• Conduct Wednesday night youth service
• Plan year-round events that may include conferences, retreats, outreach/mission events
• Create and maintain annual student ministry budget
• Teach Sunday School

• $45,000-$50,000 with the possibility of a moving allowance
• Full-time position with the understanding that some days/weeks may require more than 40 hours. There may be flex time, as approved by the senior pastor, for weeks with overtime hours.