Area Director - Cle Elum, WA

Area Director I

Through spiritual leadership and proper management, lead in developing a team in the area to carry out Young Life’s mission of introducing kids to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.

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Because of Young Life’s exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation, Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord;

and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Job Specific

Working Conditions:

• Upper Kittitas County Young Life is seeking a staff person to lead and grow ministry in a community with one 2B high school and one middle school, and a strong sense of connection among students, families and local leaders. Young Life has a deep history in Upper Kittitas County, and the ministry was faithfully restarted four years ago. Since then, it has regained momentum through committed volunteer leaders, growing relationships with students and meaningful support from the community.
• Located in the mountain towns of Cle Elum and Roslyn, this area is experiencing steady growth while still maintaining the close‑knit culture that makes relational ministry especially impactful. With a solid foundation already in place and a community that believes in the mission of Young Life, this is an exciting opportunity for a leader to build on existing momentum and help shape the future of ministry for teenagers in Upper Kittitas County.
• Salary range: $50,000- $75,160. This position is eligible for a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) depending on the zip code that the candidate is living in.

• Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God’s Word.
• Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church community.
• Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
• Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.
• Ensure that all Young Life ministry in the area, is designed and carried out with a dependence on prayer that takes place out of the overflow of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

• Partner with Regional director and Committee to cast vision for reaching “every kid” within the defined area.
• Develop consistent gatherings with committee, leaders and staff to build unity and provide vision and direction.
• Create a spiritual leadership plan for volunteer leaders, staff and committee members in the area.
• Recruit and train new staff and leaders to build leadership teams that reflect the community.
• Supervise, develop and evaluate area staff, providing resources and…