YOUTH PASTOR

Position Summary

The FCC Junior/Senior High Youth Pastor is responsible for the development of a dual-focused youth ministry for students in grades 6–12. Lead a discipleship-focused ministry that helps students develop a growing relationship with Jesus Christ through Biblical teaching, authentic Christian community, mentoring relationships, service opportunities, and intentional spiritual growth. Develop and lead outreach initiatives that connect with unchurched students in the surrounding schools, neighborhoods, and community.

Responsibilities

• Teach biblically sound lessons that are engaging and age-appropriate
• Disciple students through small groups, mentoring, and personal relationships
• Encourage students to develop spiritual disciplines such as prayer, Bible study, service, and evangelism
• Help students transition into long-term ownership of their faith and connection to the broader church body
• Model Christ-centered living in both public and private life
• Equip and encourage parents as the primary spiritual influencers of their children
• Maintain healthy and consistent communication with parents regarding ministry activities and student development
• Recruit, train, and support adult volunteers for youth ministry
• Provide direction, encouragement, and leadership development for volunteer leaders
• Ensure all volunteers adhere to policies, child safety procedures, and ministry expectations
• Develop and maintain a clear youth ministry vision and master plan
• Plan and lead weekly youth gatherings, Bible studies, small groups, and discipleship opportunities
• Organize retreats, camps, mission trips, outreach events, and service opportunities
• Develop curriculum or select appropriate teaching materials
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and structured environment for all students
• Utilize effective communication systems and appropriate technology/social media tools to engage students and parents
• Develop and manage the youth ministry budget
• Ensure compliance with church child protection, transportation, and safety policies
• Create and publish governing policies for the youth ministry program as needed, subject to Elder approval
• Participate in staff meetings, ministry planning, and church-wide initiatives

Qualifications

• BA or BS in a ministry field or at least in Junior Year of your degree

Skills

• Strong Christian community among students within the church
• A clear discipleship and mentoring pathway for students
• Student leadership development and active church involvement
• Meaningful youth trips, retreats, and ministry experiences
• Increased engagement with unchurched students and families
• Growth in first-time visitors and ongoing student participation
• A stronger church presence and reputation within the local community
• A clear pathways for students to move from first contact to discipleship and long-term church involvement

Benefits

• Strong Christian community among students within the church
• A clear discipleship and mentoring pathway for students
• Student leadership development and active church involvement
• Meaningful youth trips, retreats, and ministry experiences
• Increased engagement with unchurched students and families
• Growth in first-time visitors and ongoing student participation
• A stronger church presence and reputation within the local community
• A clear pathways for students to move from first contact to discipleship and long-term church involvement

Pay

This is a salary position based upon a 40-hour work week

Schedule

Regular attendance at church services and youth events

Availability during evenings and weekends as needed