STUDENT DIRECTOR

YM360 - Youth Ministry 360, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Church in Lansing, MI is seeking a Student Director to provide pastoral leadership for middle and high school ministries across all venues. You will coach staff and volunteers, ensure programs align with our mission and theology, and nurture relational disciple-making.

The role emphasizes missional outreach, planning events and retreats, budget oversight, and building strong relationships with students beyond scheduled activities to cultivate spiritual growth in the next generation.

Qualifications

• Pastoral leadership and guidance for youth ministry.
• Strong relational and mentoring abilities with students, parents, and volunteers.
• Ability to plan and execute events and retreats.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral leadership for middle and high school ministries across all venues.
• Coach staff and volunteer leaders to equip them for ministry.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and alignment of programs with Riverview Church values and theology.

Job description

Job Description

The Student Director at Riverview Church is a key position that provides pastoral leadership, vision, and oversight for middle school and high school student ministries across all venues. The core mission of this role is to nurture spiritual growth, encourage student ownership, and create dynamic, Christ-centered environments by fostering a culture of relational disciple-making. The Director is responsible for leading and equipping staff and volunteer leaders through regular coaching and training, ensuring student ministries consistently align with Riverview’s mission, values, and theology. Key responsibilities also include planning and executing impactful events and retreats, managing the student ministry budget, and building strong, intentional relationships with students outside of scheduled church programming.

Job Details

The position is situated in the Lansing, MI, area, which is known as Michigan's second most diverse county, attracting a mix of singles, families, students, and professionals. Lansing has evolved into a predominantly white-collar community where a younger generation embraces a "Love Lansing" attitude and actively participates in civic life. As the state capital, Lansing is undergoing significant downtown development and provides easy access to the Great Lakes region, perfect for outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and hiking. The community is further enriched by the presence of Michigan State University, which provides vibrant collegiate sports and art events. Riverview Church is deeply committed to being an active and engaged presence within this culturally diverse area.

This impactful opportunity requires a leader with a pastoral heart, decisiveness, and strong relational skills to guide and mentor the next generation. The Student Director must possess a missional mindset, focusing on outreach and community impact while cultivating a healthy, unified, and mission-focused leadership culture. Those interested in providing stability and vision for a multi-generational ministry in a fast-paced, engaging community are encouraged.

Salary: Determined Upon Hire