Mission Staff - North Whatcom County, WA

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Mission Staff Summary

Through both training and direct field ministry experience, you will learn how to lead and participate in effective Young Life ministry.

Responsibilities

• Spiritual Development – “Following Jesus”:
  • Develop a yearly personal growth plan that includes prayer, solitude, retreat, reflection, and study of God’s Word.
  • Maintain relationships and spiritual disciplines within an active church community.
  • Participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
  • Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.
• Leadership Development – “Equipping leaders, committee and staff”:
  • Meet regularly with volunteer leaders and area leadership.
  • Recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.
  • Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping for other leaders.
  • Assist in training leaders, team leaders, and committees; develop a yearly ministry strategy.
• Resource Development – “Fueling the ministry”:
  • Raise financial support as directed and maintain donor‑care practices.
  • Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.
  • Network and develop strategic relationships with key adults (principals, pastors, parents, potential committee members).
  • Assist with camp fundraisers.
• Direct Ministry – “Proclaiming and modeling”:
  • Engage in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camp.
  • Lead a team to plan and conduct a Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry.
  • Lead a team to implement a summer and school‑season camping strategy.
  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.
• Ministry Support – “Taking care of business”:
  • Adhere to Young Life policies and maintain professionalism in dress, conduct, and time management.
  • Manage finances with stewardship, accountability, and transparency using mission‑wide applications.
  • Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders, and donors for area records.
  • Provide clear, prompt, and professional communication to everyone involved in ministry.
  • Set and regularly review a yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, aligned with gifts, experience, and area needs.

Training

Mission‑wide training events such as New Staff Training, Winter Training, Focus Conferences, and Young Life University are available on request with regional director approval. Regional training may be required at the director’s discretion. Area training includes active participation in sessions provided by area leadership, individualized coaching from the area director, and competency development in ministry skills (e.g., The 5 C’s). Staff also receive introduction to personal fundraising principles and the “Basic Elements for Part‑time staff.”

Education

College degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Working Conditions

The position serves the Meridian School District in North Whatcom County, covering more than 9,000 students across eight high schools and nine middle schools. The team includes one full‑time and three part‑time staff members, 35 volunteer leaders, and YoungLives for teen moms. This is a 10‑hour‑per‑week Mission Staff role, serving as team lead for both high school and middle school ministries, recruiting and developing leaders, and building community support.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $9,000 – $9,958 annually.