Youth and Young Adult Minister

Great Lakes Christian College; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn Church of Christ in Auburn, Indiana is seeking a Youth and Young Adult Minister who is Biblically sound, energetic, collaborative, and hard-working to disciple our youth (7th–12th grade) and develop a new Young Adults Ministry. The role oversees weekly youth activities, recruits and trains volunteers, selects curricula, and plans a calendar of programs in alignment with ACC’s mission.

You will work closely with the Senior Minister and elders and engage families and the wider community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of experience in youth/young adult ministry.
• Ability to recruit, train volunteers and lead teams.
• Strong disciple-making mindset and Biblically sound.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ACC’s Youth Ministry (7th-12th) and develop Young Adults Ministry.
• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteer leaders.
• Develop curriculum and calendar aligned with ACC Mission.
• Collaborate with Senior Minister and elders.
• Engage with families and community groups.

Skills

Youth ministry

Volunteer recruitment

Curriculum development

Team leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Christian ministry or Bible-related field

Job description

Church and Staff Introduction

Auburn Church of Christ started in a member’s living room in 1973. From that small beginning we have grown to a healthy congregation with weekly attendance in the 180 person range. We are debt free and recently constructed a new building to provide offices and conference room space for our staff members. We are located in a residential area in the heart of Auburn, IN, approximately 22 miles north of downtown Fort Wayne.

The congregation is overseen by elders who work closely and collegially with our staff members. We strive to maintain a cooperative and collaborative spirit as we work together to build God’s kingdom here in Auburn. We are organized internally along ministry lines. Our Children’s and Youth Ministries together comprise our NextGen Ministry. We are also seeking to develop a Young Adult Ministry.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Youth and Young Adult Minister who is Biblically sound, energetic, enthusiastic, collaborative, and hard working. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to disciple and spiritually develop the youth and young adults of the congregation, be skilled at attracting and leveraging the talents of volunteers, demonstrate a positive Christian lifestyle and example, and be focused on transforming all people with the love of Jesus. This person will be responsible for overseeing ACC’s Youth Ministry (7th-12th Grade) and for developing and leading a new Young Adults Ministry. He will earnestly strive to accomplish the following goals on an on-going basis:

General

Recruit, develop, and work through a team of volunteer teachers and helpers, and oversee the scheduling of and communication with Youth and Young Adult Ministry volunteers. Fulfill primary teaching responsibilities as necessary.
Provide oversight of Sunday and Wednesday youth group and related activities. Develop, promote, and lead a service-oriented youth program.
In collaboration with the Senior Minister and elders, develop and implement a plan for the Young Adult Ministry.
In consultation with the Senior Minister and elders and in cooperation with the Children’s Director, select/develop and administer curriculum.
In conjunction with other staff members, plan, oversee, and implement a yearly calendar of programs and events that reflect ACC’s Mission and Vision.
In cooperation with the Children’s Director, oversee the on-going maintenance of ACC’s NextGen policies, handbook, etc., and ensure compliance with them.
Work with ACC Property Ministry to ensure ACC’s NextGen spaces (classrooms, storage, etc.) are in good order.
Maintain a partnership with Lake James Christian Camp and Retreat Center by actively promoting opportunities to participate in camps and retreats.
Build and maintain relationships with children, youth, and parents, both churched and unchurched. Equip and encourage the parents of our congregation.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with other area youth ministers, church camp personnel, Christian youth organization leaders (e.g., Lifewise Academy, Youth for Christ, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, etc.). Be proactively engaged with public, Christian, and home school groups.
Be intentionally present in our church gatherings and our community in order to create connections to further the accomplishment of ACC’s mission.

Other Responsibilities

Take advantage of preaching, counseling, educational, and other developmental opportunities as they arise.
Actively participate in all scheduled staff and leadership meetings.
In conjunction with the Finance Ministry, oversee the development and maintenance of the NextGen Ministry budget
Participate cooperatively with other ACC ministries as needed based on spiritual gifting and ability/experience
Maintain regular office hours in accordance with the Employment Agreement and Employee Handbook
Assist with other ministry opportunities as needed based on spiritual gifting and ability/experience

Personal Qualifications

Immersed and obedient believer in Jesus Christ
Familiarity with and acceptance of Restoration Movement doctrinal tenets
A cooperative, collaborative, and teachable spirit and a strong work ethic
A genuine love for people, expressed through communication, cooperation, collaboration, and personal relationships
A strong desire to grow spiritually and professionally
A willingness and ability to adapt to the needs of the congregation and serve outside areas of immediate responsibility when necessary
A desire to serve as an active member of ACC along with your wife, if married

Professional Qualifications

Youth and Young Adult Ministry experience preferred, including a strong track record of working with groups and recruiting and training ministry volunteers
Restoration Movement Bible College/University graduate preferred

Reports To

Senior Minister
Elders