Director of Youth Ministry

Covenant Seminary; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established church is seeking a passionate Director of Youth Ministry to lead and engage youth in a vibrant community. This part-time role involves planning weekly activities, special events, and fostering relationships with students and families. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in faith, a commitment to the church's vision, and experience in leading youth programs. Join a thriving ministry that is making a difference in the lives of young people and their families, creating a welcoming environment for all. If you are dedicated to inspiring youth and building a strong ministry, this is an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and a love for Christ and the Church.
• Experience in motivating and leading a team of volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Engage youth through weekly events and discipleship meetings.
• Plan special events and fundraisers for youth ministry.

Skills

Leadership

Team Motivation

Youth Engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Description: The Director of Youth Ministry at City Presbyterian Church is a part-time member of the church staff, responsible for the Youth Ministry of the church. This position can be held by one staff person, or the hours can be divided across two staff people.

Responsibilities

1. Student/Youth Engagement (50% of the job)
2. Wednesday Night Large Group – weekly planning, teaching, set-up
3. Sunday Morning – facilitate weekly group check-ins with youth
4. Weekly parent/student communications
5. Weekly 1:1 & small group discipleship meetings
6. Coordinate monthly youth-service days with Restore OKC
7. Develop, recommend, and maintain ministry budget
8. Special Events (35% of the job)
9. Plan and execute special youth events (e.g. weekend Winter Retreat, week-long summer camps, Six Flags trip, etc.)
10. Plan and execute semi-annual fundraisers (e.g. service auction, trivia night)
11. Attend weeklong Youth Leadership Training conference (yearly)
12. Family Engagement (5% of the job)
13. Check-in with new/old families of students
14. Attend students’ events, i.e. plays, sports, graduations, etc.
15. Leadership Development (5% of the job)
16. Recruit, coach, and support Youth Ministry volunteers – monthly meetings
17. Coordinate Youth Ministry support team – quarterly meetings
18. Supervision (5% of the job)
19. Regular 1 on 1s with Lead Pastor
20. Monthly staff meetings
21. Other relevant duties: as assigned

Commitment

1. Hours: 29 a week (on average)
2. Good faith commitment: at least 2 years
3. Church membership: is, or willing to become, an involved member at City Pres

Requirements

Qualifications: A successful Director of Youth Ministry is characterized by the following:

1. Has an abiding love for Christ, and an enduring love for Christ’s Church despite her flaws
2. Is aligned with the vision, values, and theology of City Pres
3. Possesses a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred)
4. Has demonstrated experience in motivating, inspiring, and leading a team of volunteers to minister to youth
5. Can build a youth ministry culture that welcomes kids from a diversity of schools

How to Apply

City Presbyterian began in 2011 as a church plant with a vision to Love God, Love People and Love the City. With no PCA churches within the city limits of Oklahoma City at that time, our founding pastors cast a vision of a reformed church living humbly and vulnerably with one another, loving God and the city well.

What began as a handful of families meeting in different church buildings throughout downtown OKC has now become an established congregation of more than 250 members with its own historic building situated near the city center. And along the way, we have planted two daughter churches!

What’s more, our youth group is thriving, reaching approximately 40 students from across the metro; our partnerships are expanding, from community development ministries to college ministries to homeless ministries and more; and our formation and discipleship ministries are multiplying beyond small groups into conferences as well as men’s and women’s events.

As we declare to ourselves and each other every week, “the Lord has made a place for us. This is the truth. Thanks be to God!”