Director of Youth Ministry

About the role

The Director of Youth Ministry will create space for youth and their families to experience their faith fully through youth worship experiences, service projects, youth group meetings, and intergenerational relationship building. They will empower volunteers to embody their gifts through the ministries of the Church and come with wonder and a willingness to explore the depths of faith and discipleship with the youth and families of Mountain Park UMC. The Director will also supervise any staff or contractors involved in ministries for youth (Sixth Grade through age 18).

Responsibilities

• Create and lead youth worship experiences
• Plan and facilitate service projects
• Organize and lead youth group meetings
• Build intergenerational relationships
• Empower volunteers to embody their gifts
• Explore the depths of faith and discipleship with youth and families
• Supervise staff or contractors involved in youth ministries

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Two (2) - Three (3) years of experience in Youth Ministry Preferred
• Candidates for Ministry in the UMC are encouraged to apply

Qualifications

• Passion for working with adolescents
• Understanding of Wesleyan/United Methodist theology and mission
• Openness to learn and grow into the position

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate youth and families
• Experience in leading worship and service projects
• Interpersonal skills to build relationships

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity to impact the lives of young people and their families
• Collaborative team environment

Pay

• Compensation commensurate with experience

Schedule

• Part-time, 20-25 hours per week
• Work on Sunday mornings and other designated times during the week

Contact

To Apply: Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information for three references to Rev. Joe Lee, Associate Pastor, at [email protected]. The subject line should read "Youth Ministry Interest." The priority deadline to submit materials is July 17, 2026.

Organization

Mountain Park United Methodist Church
Stone Mountain, GA 30087

Contact Information

Rev. Joe Lee
Associate Pastor
[email protected]
Phone: 770-921-8512

Closing Date

07/31/2026