Youth Pastor Youth Pastor Engaging. Vision-Driven. Passionate about developing youth.

Ministrylist; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministrylist is seeking a Youth Pastor to join Trinity Church, located in Greenwich, Connecticut. This role offers the opportunity to lead, develop, and sustain a vibrant, Christ-centered ministry for middle and high school students. The Youth Pastor will partner with families, disciple students, and foster an engaging youth culture in alignment with church values.

This position also includes mentoring from the Senior Pastor and responsibilities such as planning events, leading staff, and managing the ministry budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth ministry and a clear understanding of spiritual leadership.
• Ability to develop engaging, age-appropriate programming for students.
• Strong communication skills to partner with parents and church staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead students in their spiritual walk and development.
• Plan and oversee youth gatherings and events.
• Recruit and develop volunteer leaders for youth ministry.
• Communicate effectively with families about programming and student needs.
• Manage youth ministry budget and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Spiritual Leadership

Discipleship

Program Development

Team Leadership

Communication

Job description

The Youth Pastor is a vital member of the leadership team at Trinity Church, reflecting the central place students hold in our community. This role leads, develops, and sustains a vibrant, Christ-centered ministry for middle and high school students (grades 6 through 12). The Youth Pastor exists to disciple students, equip and engage volunteer leaders, partner with parents, and cultivate a thriving, healthy youth culture aligned with the mission and values of the church.

Ben Valentine, our Senior Pastor, began his own ministry at Trinity as a youth leader and will personally mentor and guide whoever steps into this role in the work of equipping the next generation and serving families. This is a rare opportunity to lead a flourishing ministry while being intentionally developed as a church leader.

Given our location and the strategic importance of this role, compensation is set above market rate for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Spiritual Leadership & Discipleship
  • Lead students into a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ through Scripture, prayer, worship, and community.
  • Teach biblically sound, age-appropriate messages that are engaging, culturally aware, and gospel-centered.
  • Develop and implement a clear discipleship pathway for students from entry through graduation.
  • Provide pastoral care, guidance, and prayer for students during key developmental stages.
• Program Development & Execution
  • Plan and oversee weekly youth gatherings, small groups, retreats, camps, and special events.
  • Create environments that are welcoming, safe, and spiritually formative.
  • Collaborate with worship, production, and communications teams as needed.
  • Evaluate and refine programming to ensure alignment with church vision and student needs.
• Volunteer & Staff Leadership
  • Lead, support, and develop youth ministry staff and key leaders, fostering a healthy and collaborative team culture.
  • Recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders while fostering an engaging, healthy youth ministry culture marked by maturity and consistency.
  • Equip leaders with resources, coaching, and spiritual support.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, encouragement, and excellence within the youth ministry.
• Family & Church Partnership
  • Partner with parents and guardians as the primary spiritual influencers in students’ lives.
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding programming, spiritual formation, and student well-being.
  • Collaborate with church staff to ensure youth ministry is integrated into the broader life of the church.
  • Support student involvement in intergenerational worship and service opportunities.
• Administrative & Stewardship
  • Manage the youth ministry budget responsibly and transparently.
  • Maintain compliance with church policies related to safety, child protection, and risk management.
  • Track attendance, engagement, and ministry outcomes to inform strategic planning.