Area Director - Bloomington, MN

Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. Applicants must profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord, subscribe to Young Life’s statements and policies, and commit to conduct that aligns with the organization’s biblical standards and ministry activities.

About the Role

This full-time position oversees Young Life and WyldLife ministries in Bloomington, MN, including supervision of two part-time staff. The role focuses on spiritual leadership, ministry direction, leadership development, resource development, and ministry support while fostering growth in adult, school, and church engagement across the city.

Responsibilities

• Spiritual Development:
  • Develop and implement a yearly personal growth plan that includes prayer, spiritual disciplines, fellowship, and active participation in a church community.
  • Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development, ensuring all ministry activities depend on prayer and reflect a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Leadership Development:
  • Partner with the Regional Director and Committee to cast vision for reaching every kid in 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.
  • Recruit and train new staff and leaders to build teams that reflect the community.
  • Supervise, develop, and evaluate area staff, providing resources and experiences to implement the vision.
  • Provide quality summer staff, work crew, and adult guests for summer camps.
  • Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping for other leaders.
  • Train leaders, team leaders, and committee on effective teamwork and yearly ministry strategy development.
• Resource Development:
  • Lead the TDS (Taking Donors Seriously) team and committee in finding partners to support the area vision and budget.
  • Develop and lead the area’s fundraising strategy, ensuring excellent donor communication.
  • Raise necessary funds to carry out the ministry vision, maintaining a surplus (goal: one month cash reserve minimum).
  • Build the Young Life brand through public relations as a tool for youth engagement.
  • Coordinate and conduct quality events that reflect Young Life’s impact and warrant investment.
• Direct Ministry:
  • Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.
  • Lead or co-lead a model Young Life club and supervise an effective Campaigner ministry.
  • Observe and evaluate each school/ministry in the local area yearly.
  • Develop and implement plans to maximize Gospel proclamation through camping opportunities.
  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life property or in another position each summer.
• Ministry Support:
  • Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures, maintaining professionalism in office hours, dress, conduct, and time management.
  • Manage finances with stewardship, accountability, and transparency using mission-wide applications.
  • Maintain accurate records of kids, leaders, and donors.
  • Provide clear, prompt, and professional communication to everyone involved in ministry.
  • Set and regularly review a yearly strategic ministry plan to reach every kid.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, congruent with gifts, experience, and area needs.
• Training:
  • Participate in mission-wide staff conference every four years.
  • Attend additional training or experiences as deemed necessary (e.g., urban exposure, TDS training).
  • Attend regional training as directed by the regional director.
  • Pursue continuing educational opportunities, including graduate degrees, seminars, and programs for spiritual maturity or professional skill enhancement.

Supervision

• Supervises 1 to 3 clubs and/or ministries.
• Supervises 0 to 25 volunteers.

Working Conditions

Includes extremes of a camp assignment, such as heat/cold, dirt, long hours, and physical demands like hiking, horseback riding, and boating. Must be able to handle these conditions.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of related ministry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams.
• Proven leadership and relational skills with both kids and adults.
• A call to reach kids with the Gospel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must complete Core Training - Phase One within 36 months of hire date.
• College degree preferred.