Youth Director

Qualifications

• A visible, active relationship with Jesus Christ
• Manifests the fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) and eschews the works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21)
• Clear agreement with the theological beliefs of Heritage Baptist Church
• Strong organizational, communication, and relational skills
• Relates well to both teens and adults
• Passes a background check and completes child safety training
• MA degree required (MDiv preferred)
• Experience in youth ministry leadership or volunteer management preferred
• Must be male due to 1 Timothy 2:12

Ministry To Students

• Provide leadership, planning, and direction for Heritage’s student ministries
• Minister to students, their parents, and student volunteers
• Attend Sunday and Wednesday activities regularly
• Share the gospel individually and corporately
• Develop, promote, and coordinate a balanced plan of activities and discipleship ministry
• Plan and execute an annual calendar of events
• Teach and/or coordinate biblically sound weekly youth group meetings, Sunday School classes, and mid-week Bible studies
• Ensure all youth activities are balanced with service, education, and fellowship
• Disciple teenagers through life’s challenges
• Increase participation in the total life of the church and sharing faith in the community
• Train and equip youth to reach unsaved youth and families
• Involvement in ministry and short-term mission projects
• Be available for individual discipleship and counseling
• Participate in youth activities in their respective school setting
• Prepare students for college or vocational ministry

Volunteer Training

• Recruit, train, and manage men and women to lead age-specific ministry teams
• Involve the congregation in opportunities to volunteer in student and youth ministry

Ministry To Parents

• Encourage parental involvement in youth activities and programming
• Partner with parents to disciple and minister to their children
• Share the gospel with lost parents and welcome them to Heritage and the community
• Develop consistent and transparent communication channels

Administrative & Safety Oversight

• Prepare and manage the annual youth ministry budget while keeping accurate financial records
• Enforce church safety protocols, child protection policies, and background screening procedures