ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES

General Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Worship Coordinator and Mission Department to integrate Confirmands into worship services and mission opportunities.
• Maintain consistent communication with Confirmands, their families, and the wider church community through social media, email, and mailings, ensuring clarity about ministry activities and opportunities.
• Recruit, train, support, and retain Confirmation mentors and other key ministry partners, fostering a culture of appreciation and engagement.
• Build meaningful relationships with youth and their families, providing pastoral care and spiritual guidance.
• Develop, adapt, and write engaging, theologically grounded curriculum designed to lead youth and families toward deeper faith in Christ.
• Manage budgets for trips, retreats, and Confirmation programming, including reconciliation of credit card statements and accurate expense tracking.
• Support and help lead the Student Leadership Team, encouraging youth leadership and discipleship.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute special and seasonal programs, such as parent workshops, back-to-school events, youth league basketball gatherings, and other community activities.
• Assist with additional middle and high school programming as needed, contributing to the overall youth ministry.
• Engage in conference and denominational activities, representing the church in broader ministry efforts and collaborative youth initiatives.
• Collaborate with all church staff to support and uphold the vision, mission, and core values of the church.
• Participate in staff and Faith Formation team meetings to contribute to churchwide programming, planning, and educational events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Youth Ministries, Pastor of Discipler, and/or Senior Pastor.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Religion, Christian Education, Youth Ministry, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of experience working with youth in a church or faith-based setting; experience leading Confirmation or discipleship programs strongly preferred.
• Specific Skills: Demonstrated ability to plan and lead youth programs, write or adapt curriculum, and communicate effectively with students, parents, and volunteers.
• Personal Characteristics: Deep and growing Christian faith, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, creativity, flexibility, sense of humor, and a genuine passion for working with young people.
• Certifications: Safe Sanctuaries or equivalent child/youth protection training (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Licenses: Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; ability to drive church vehicles is required.
• Physical Abilities: Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, participate in physical youth activities, and attend overnight retreats, mission trips, and offsite events as required.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Canva, ProPresenter, SignUpGenius, and MailChimp
• Ability to use social media effectively for ministry communication and engagement
• Budget management and basic financial reconciliation

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to inspire, lead, and relate to youth and adult volunteers
• Team-oriented with collaborative leadership style
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment

Benefits

• Myers Park United Methodist Church offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental and vision, life and long-term disability insurance, a 403(b)-retirement savings plan and match, and flexible spending account.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is provided and increases with years of service, along with 11 paid holidays and parental leave.
• Salary: 47,500-67,000