Student Ministry Director

Crossroads Church ); Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

Unlimited PTO

Cell Phone

Retirement at 5%

Yearly holidays per handbook

Job summary

Crossroads Church in Turlock, CA, is seeking a Student Ministry Director to oversee all student ministry efforts, cast a compelling vision for students, and equip volunteers to build a vibrant, gospel-centered community. The role emphasizes discipling students, forming meaningful relationships, and partnering with families to live out the Gospel.

The role reports to the Executive Pastor, leads staff and interns, recruits and trains volunteers, and manages the budget.

Qualifications

• Active Christian with commitment to Biblical principles.
• Cooperative team player, loyal to staff and pastors.
• Loves students and grows them in their faith.
• Highly relational and self-starter.
• Independent worker, problem solver, keeps spaces clean.
• Personal integrity, trustworthiness, honesty.
• Desire for personal development and ministry growth.
• Basic computer aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Cast and implement a vision for Student Ministry aligned with Crossroads Church mission.
• Mentor, lead, manage, and support Student Ministry staff and interns.
• Recruit, train, inspire, and encourage volunteers in all seasons.
• Oversee and manage the Students Ministry budget.

Skills

Active Christian

Team player

Student mentorship

Relational skills

Problem solving

Integrity

Growth mindset

Computer skills

Prioritization

Communication

Confidentiality

Job description

Student Ministry Director

Full Time / Exempt

Reports to: Executive Pastor

Work Days: Full Time - 40+ hours per week

Compensation: Salaried, Medical/Vision/Dental, Unlimited PTO, Cell Phone, Retirement at 5%

Yearly holidays per handbook

Overview

The Student Ministry Director at Crossroads Church is dedicated to introducing Jesus and the Gospel as a way of life to students. We strive to help students become fully committed followers of Jesus who live for the glory of God and the good of the world.

We believe that each student is unique and learns in a different way, so it is our goal to help them develop and grow in their relationship with Jesus in a fun, creative, imaginative, and applicable way.

Vision for Role: The Student Ministry Director is responsible for the development and oversight of all things Student Ministry that will embody the distinctive character of Crossroads. This is through serving students and families of Crossroads, discipling students in the Christian faith, inspiring students to take up a life of service, and promoting friendships and accountability with one another.

Qualifications, Skills, & Requirements

• Active Christian with clear evidence of a commitment to Biblical principles


• Cooperative team player, loyal to staff, directors and pastors


• Demonstrates love for students and passion for growing students in their faith


• Highly relational & self-starter


• Independent worker, problem solver, keeps clean spaces


• Personal integrity, trustworthiness, and honesty


• Desire for personal development & continued ministry growth


• Minimum aptitude for working on computers


• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks


• Ability to communicate clearly and positively with other staff and volunteers


• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cast & implement a vision for Student Ministry that reflects the mission of Crossroads Church


• Mentor, lead, manage and support the Student Ministry staff and interns


• Recruit, train, inspire and encourage volunteers in all seasons


• Oversee and manage the Students Ministry budget


• Be a champion for Student Ministry, community, schools, and the neighborhood of Crossroads Community


• Oversee and lead yearly events for Kids Ministry such as summer camp, winter camps, mission trips, etc.


• Oversite of all things Wednesday and Sunday Morning (JR High) for Students


• Attend weekly staff meetings and meet with the Executive Pastor


• Be in full agreement with Crossroads’ doctrinal statement, core values, and mission of “Making fully committed followers of Jesus who live for the glory of God and the good of the world.”


• Perform other ministry functions as assigned by Lead Pastor or Executive Pastor

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.