Director of Youth Ministries

Crosswalk.com, Ltd.; Melbourne (FL); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Résumé du poste

Suntree United Methodist Church in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Director of Youth Ministries to lead middle and high school students and their families with energy, compassion, and clear faith formation. This full-time role centers on spiritual leadership, program development, and mission engagement within a welcoming Wesleyan context.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in youth ministry, a Bachelor's degree, and a calling to youth ministry.

Qualifications

• Personal, growing Christian faith with a clear calling to youth ministry.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in youth ministry or related context.
• Alignment with Wesleyan theology and United Methodist tradition.
• Strong relational, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to pass background checks and complete safe church training.

Responsabilités

• Cast vision and provide pastoral care for middle and high school students and their families.
• Plan and lead weekly gatherings, small groups, retreats, and mission opportunities.
• Recruit, equip, and support a team of adult leaders; manage budgets and communications.

Connaissances

Relational skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

# Director of Youth Ministries## Suntree United Methodist ChurchMelbourne, FLChurch/Company Size501 to 750Job TypeFull TimePay TypeSalaryEmployee WorkplaceOn-site### Job Description:# **Director of Youth Ministries**Full-Time • Suntree United Methodist Church • Melbourne, FL# A Calling on the Space CoastWe’re looking for a leader with a genuine calling to youth ministry — someone with energy, relational instincts, and the hunger to be invested in as much as they invest in others. If you’re looking for a place that will believe in you and help you grow, keep reading. Suntree UMC is a theologically grounded, culturally open congregation on Florida’s Space Coast. We take our Wesleyan roots seriously and hold them with open hands. Our youth ministry has a strong foundation — a committed core of students, seasoned adult leaders, and a church that puts youth at the center of its life and mission. We’re not looking for someone with everything figured out — we’re looking for someone called, hungry, and ready to build something lasting with a congregation that will be in their corner.# Key Responsibilities## Spiritual Leadership* Cast vision and provide pastoral care for middle and high school students and their families* Teach biblically grounded, engaging messages that connect faith to everyday life* Ensure youth are meaningfully integrated into the worshiping and serving life of the church## Program & Outreach* Plan and lead weekly gatherings, small groups, retreats, special events, and mission opportunities* Build on a strong missions culture and develop new connections with local schools and the broader community## Volunteer & Administration* Recruit, equip, and support a team of adult leaders who invest relationally in students* Lead and support youth missions fundraising within a congregation with a well-developed culture of generosity* Manage ministry planning, budget stewardship, communications, and safe church compliance# Compensation & Benefits* Salary commensurate with experience* Generous health benefits package provided* Retirement benefits provided* Full-time with regular Sunday and evening responsibilities; position open until filled# What We’re Looking ForWe’re not expecting a fully formed ministry veteran. We’re looking for someone who is clearly called, relationally gifted, and ready to grow into this role with a community behind them. * Personal, growing Christian faith with a clear calling to youth ministry* Minimum 3 years of experience in youth ministry or a closely related context* Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees welcomed* Alignment with Wesleyan theology and the United Methodist tradition* Strong relational, communication, and organizational skills* Experience leading volunteers or staff with clear direction and accountability* Ability to pass background checks and complete all safe church training**Ready to explore this with us?** Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your calling to youth ministry. **[e-mail]** Suntree United Methodist Church • Melbourne, FL