Pastoral Assistant for Youth Ministry

Archdiocese of Seattle; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Pension

403(b) retirement plan

HSA/FSA

Generous leave

Job summary

Saint Stephen the Martyr Parish in Renton, WA, invites applications for a full-time Pastoral Assistant for Youth Ministry beginning July 1, 2026. You will lead junior and senior high youth programs, forming faith and community within our parish.

We seek a self-motivated, faith-filled leader who can articulate a clear vision for youth ministry, recruit volunteers, and collaborate with pastors and staff to implement a robust program with retreats, education, service, and worship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active Catholic who embraces Catholic doctrine and theology.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or pastoral theology.
• Self-motivated, effective communicator and organizer.

Responsibilities

• Provide a vision for youth ministry aligned with the Catholic Church and the parish vision.
• Develop and implement activities including retreats, religious education, socials, recreation/athletic activities, outreach service programs, and worship/adoration opportunities.
• Recruit and train volunteers as needed.
• Provide guidance, resources, and curriculum in coordination with the pastor, to help parents engage and provide faith formation to their youth at home.
• Coordinates and directs a volunteer team for the Confirmation program.
• Works with the pastor and administrative leaders to develop a budget required to accomplish the ministry vision.

Skills

Active Catholic

Effective communicator

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Pastoral Ministry/Theology degree or comparable experience

Job description

0120 St. Stephen the Martyr Parish, Renton - Renton, WA 98058 Overview Salary Range: $48,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary/year Position Type: Full Time Description

Saint Stephen the Martyr, in Renton, Washington, has an opening for a full-time Pastoral Assistant for Youth Ministry beginning July 1s,t 2026. The youth minister leads the junior and high school parish ministry. We seek a person with a passion for leading youth and their families by accompanying them on a journey to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and full participation in the Church. The candidate should be able to articulate their vision and implementation plan for a robust parish youth ministry. The youth minister will be part of a collaborative team of volunteers and staff that together live out the vision of our parish: Sharing the Transforming Light of Christ.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide a vision for youth ministry aligned with the Catholic Church and the parish vision.
• Develop and implement activities including, but not limited to, retreats, religious education, socials, recreation/athletic activities, outreach service programs, and worship/adoration opportunities.
• Recruit and train volunteers as needed.
• Provide guidance, resources, and curriculum in coordination with the pastor, to help parents engage and provide faith formation to their youth at home.
• Coordinates and directs a volunteer team for the Confirmation program.
• Works with the pastor and administrative leaders to develop a budget required to accomplish the ministry vision.

Qualifications

• An active Catholic who embraces Catholic doctrine and theology.
• A bachelor’s Degree in a related field, a degree in Pastoral Ministry/Theology, or comparable experience in youth ministry or related field.
• A self-motivated, effective communicator and organizer.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.