Pastor of Student Ministries

Allegheny Center Alliance Church; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused church in Pittsburgh is seeking a Student Ministries Director to provide strategic and pastoral leadership for grades 6-12. This role involves developing leaders, engaging students in their faith journey, and facilitating partnerships with parents. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of related leadership experience in a church setting. Join us to empower students and shape vibrant ministry environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for ACAC Student Ministries grades 6-12.
• Lead and develop the Student Ministry staff and volunteer leaders.
• Shape and implement a discipleship strategy for students.
• Cultivate age-appropriate teaching environments and gatherings.
• Foster relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Team building

Communication

Coaching

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

ACAC empowers men and women to use their gifts and talents to make Kingdom impact. If you feel a calling on your life to join us, apply today.

Position: Student Ministries Director

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Id: 242

# of Openings: 1

Summary

Provide strategic and pastoral leadership for ACAC Student Ministries by growing students (grades 6th-12th) as disciples of Jesus, developing leaders and teams who shepherd them, and cultivating ministry environments that move students toward resilient faith and active participation in the mission of the church.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for ACAC Student Ministries (grades 6–12), with a strategic emphasis on Middle School ministry, cultivating environments where students encounter Jesus, grow in community and develop as disciples.
• Lead, develop, and shepherd the Student Ministry staff team and volunteer leaders, building a healthy leadership culture that multiplies relational discipleship and sustainable ministry environments.
• Shape and implement a cohesive discipleship strategy for middle and high school students that integrates biblical teaching, small groups, mentoring relationships, and outreach opportunities.
• Develop age‑appropriate teaching environments, gatherings, and experiences that engage students spiritually, intellectually, and relationally.
• Equip and mobilize adult leaders and volunteers to serve as small group leaders, mentors, and disciples who invest consistently in students’ spiritual formation.
• Cultivate strong relationships with students and parents, fostering clear communication and partnership in the spiritual development of students.
• Create and lead opportunities for students to participate in outreach, service, and mission that extend the influence of the gospel within the church, community, and the broader Alliance family.
• Steward the Student Ministries budget with integrity and strategic alignment to ministry priorities and discipleship goals, and efficiently execute the administrative responsibilities of the ministry (calendar, communication, expense documentation, etc.)
• Develop systems for tracking student engagement, attendance, and relational connection in order to strengthen pastoral care and discipleship pathways.
• Collaborate across church departments to integrate Student Ministries into the broader life, worship and mission of ACAC.

Supervision

• The Director of Student Ministries will supervise the Assistant Director of Student Ministries.
• If a resident/intern is placed within Student Ministries, they will report to the Director of Student Ministries.

Competencies

• Adaptability - Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Building a Successful Team - Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team, facilitating the completion of team goals.
• Building Partnerships - Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.
• Coaching - Providing timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
• Developing Others - Planning and supporting the development of individuals’ skills and abilities so that they can fulfill current or future job/role responsibilities more effectively.
• Innovation - Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
• Managing Work (includes Time Management) - Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Planning and Organizing - Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Strategic Decision Making - Obtaining information and identifying key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long‑range goal or vision; committing to a course of action to accomplish a long‑range goal or vision after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints, and organizational values.
• Team Development – Using appropriate methods and interpersonal styles to develop, motivate, and guide a team toward the successful completion of a program/project

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related leadership experience at a growing church

Organizational Requirements

• Must be licensed/accredited as a Christian & Missionary Alliance (C&MA) worker or willing to enter the process within 6 months of employment
• Must indicate agreement with the C&MA Statement of Faith
• Must become a regularly participating member of ACAC within 90 days of employment