Youth Pastor: Gospel-Centered Discipleship Leader

Acts 29; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Evangelical Free Church of the Palouse in Pullman, WA seeks a Youth Pastor to shepherd middle and high school students with gospel-centered discipleship. You will partner with parents, volunteers, and church leadership to grow students in Scripture and faith.

Ideal candidates bring a calling to youth ministry, a warm pastoral presence, and a willingness to invest in long-term healthy ministry. Ordination not required; 2+ years of practical experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• Ordination not required.
• 2+ years of practical ministry experience ideal.
• Demonstrated calling to youth ministry.
• Willingness to grow in ministry skills and pastoral leadership.

Responsibilities

• Shepherd middle school and high school students through relational, gospel-centered discipleship.
• Teach Scripture clearly, faithfully, and engagingly to students.
• Lead youth gatherings, small groups, and events.
• Recruit, train, support, and care for youth ministry volunteers.
• Partner with parents to support spiritual growth of students.
• Plan and manage the youth ministry budget ($11,000 annually).
• Attend at least one youth-ministry-related conference per year.

Skills

Bible teaching

Relational leadership

Pastoral care

Volunteer coordination

Job description

Evangelical Free Church of the Palouse in Pullman, WA seeks a Youth Pastor to shepherd middle and high school students with gospel-centered discipleship. You will partner with parents, volunteers, and church leadership to grow students in Scripture and faith.

Ideal candidates bring a calling to youth ministry, a warm pastoral presence, and a willingness to invest in long-term healthy ministry. Ordination not required; 2+ years of practical experience is ideal.