Youth and Young Adults Pastor

First Baptist Church Swannanoa; Swannanoa (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Baptist Church Swannanoa in North Carolina seeks a full-time Youth and Young Adults Pastor to shepherd students (grades 6–12) and college-age young professionals toward a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. You will provide pastoral leadership, oversight for a comprehensive ministry, and collaborate with the Senior Pastor and Personnel Committee.

The role requires strong shepherding, teaching, and organizational skills, with a heart for discipling volunteers, coordinating weekly youth

Qualifications

• Meets the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.
• A vital, ongoing relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, marked by strong Christian spiritual and moral character.
• A clear sense of calling from the Holy Spirit to pastoral ministry among youth and young adults.
• Candidates from a Southern Baptist tradition are strongly preferred.
• Agreement with the doctrinal statements of FBC Swannanoa as outlined in the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
• A shepherd’s heart and genuine desire to disciple students and young adults through the local church.
• Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong shepherding, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to recruit, train, and disciple volunteer leaders.
• Prior experience in youth and/or young adult ministry strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral leadership for a comprehensive Youth Ministry program.
• Shepherd students through weekly Sunday and Wednesday night gatherings, Bible studies, retreats, mission/service projects, and special events.
• Cultivate an evangelistic, growth-oriented, and outwardly-focused culture within the youth ministry.
• Recruit, train, and disciple volunteer leaders and teachers who serve alongside students.
• Foster an environment where visitors feel welcome and students are comfortable engaging in worship, fellowship, and prayer.
• Follow up with prospects, guests, and absentees.
• Maintain an open line of communication with students and their families and provide pastoral care and counseling when needed.
• Shepherd and lead a young adult ministry that helps this age group grow spiritually, build authentic community, and connect meaningfully to the life of the church.
• Plan regular gatherings, Bible studies, and social/service opportunities tailored to young adults.
• Create clear pathways for young adults to transition from the youth ministry into ongoing discipleship and church involvement.
• Identify, disciple, and equip young adult volunteer leaders.
• Build relationships with young adults both inside and outside the church to encourage outreach and invitation.
• General: Serve as a member of the pastoral staff and participate in overall church leadership and planning.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Strong character

Calling to ministry

Southern Baptist tradition

Doctrinal alignment

Discipleship

Integrity and confidentiality

Volunteer training

Youth ministry experience

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Seminary training considered

Relevant ministry experience considered in lieu of degree

Job description

Youth and Young Adults Pastor (Full-Time)
First Baptist Church Swannanoa

The position of Youth and Young Adults Pastor exists to honor God and shepherd students and young adults by leading them into a growing, lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ. This role provides pastoral leadership and oversight for a comprehensive ministry to youth (grades 6–12) and young adults (college-age through young professionals), equipping them to know Christ, grow in faith, and serve the church and community.

Reports To: Senior Pastor, in conjunction with the Personnel Committee

Qualifications

• Meets the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.
• A vital, ongoing relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, marked by strong Christian spiritual and moral character.
• A clear sense of calling from the Holy Spirit to pastoral ministry among youth and young adults.
• Candidates from a Southern Baptist tradition are strongly preferred.
• Agreement with the doctrinal statements of FBC Swannanoa as outlined in the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
• A shepherd’s heart and genuine desire to disciple students and young adults through the local church.
• Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; seminary training or relevant ministry experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Prior experience in youth and/or young adult ministry strongly preferred.
• Strong shepherding, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to recruit, train, and disciple volunteer leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Youth Ministry (Grades 6–12)

• Provide pastoral leadership for a comprehensive Youth Ministry program.
• Shepherd students through weekly Sunday and Wednesday night gatherings, Bible studies, retreats, mission/service projects, and special events.
• Cultivate an evangelistic, growth-oriented, and outwardly-focused culture within the youth ministry.
• Recruit, train, and disciple volunteer leaders and teachers who serve alongside students.
• Foster an environment where visitors feel welcome and students are comfortable engaging in worship, fellowship, and prayer.
• Follow up with prospects, guests, and absentees.
• Maintain an open line of communication with students and their families and provide pastoral care and counseling when needed.

Young Adult Ministry (College-Age and Young Professionals)

• Shepherd and lead a young adult ministry that helps this age group grow spiritually, build authentic community, and connect meaningfully to the life of the church.
• Plan regular gatherings, Bible studies, and social/service opportunities tailored to young adults.
• Create clear pathways for young adults to transition from the youth ministry into ongoing discipleship and church involvement.
• Identify, disciple, and equip young adult volunteer leaders.
• Build relationships with young adults both inside and outside the church to encourage outreach and invitation.
• General

General

• Serve as a member of the pastoral staff and participate in overall church leadership and planning.
• Collaborate with church staff to align youth and young adult ministry with the church’s broader mission and calendar.
• Manage ministry budget, planning, and administrative needs for both age groups.
• Provide pastoral care as needed (e.g., hospital visitation, counseling, family support).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

Young Adult Ministry (College-Age and Young Professionals)

• Shepherd and lead a young adult ministry that helps this age group grow spiritually, build authentic community, and connect meaningfully to the life of the church.
• Plan regular gatherings, Bible studies, and social/service opportunities tailored to young adults.
• Create clear pathways for young adults to transition from the youth ministry into ongoing discipleship and church involvement.
• Identify, disciple, and equip young adult volunteer leaders.
• Build relationships with young adults both inside and outside the church to encourage outreach and invitation.
• General

General

• Serve as a member of the pastoral staff and participate in overall church leadership and planning.
• Collaborate with church staff to align youth and young adult ministry with the church’s broader mission and calendar.
• Manage ministry budget, planning, and administrative needs for both age groups.
• Provide pastoral care as needed (e.g., hospital visitation, counseling, family support).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.