Youth Director/Pastor
hace 23 días
Milpitas
Job DescriptionSalary: 75000 to 95000 Position: Youth Director / Pastor Ministry Area: Youth Classification: Full-time Exempt, benefits Accountable: Connections Pastor Compensation: $75,000 - $80,000 (Director) up to $95,000 for Pastor Position Summary: The Youth Director/Pastor at Christ Community Church (C3) is responsible for leading, overseeing, and growing a vibrant, Christ-centered youth ministry (grades 6-12). This role involves fostering an environment where young people can deepen their relationship with God and build meaningful community. The Youth Director/Pastor will empower and equip youth leaders, engage students and their families, and integrate the youth ministry seamlessly into the broader vision and mission of C3. Key Responsibilities: • Vision & Strategic Leadership:, • Develop and articulate a compelling vision for C3's youth ministry that aligns with the overall church mission and values., • Strategize, plan, and implement a comprehensive discipleship pathway for students, including worship, teaching, life groups, service, and fellowship., • Continuously evaluate programs and strategies for effectiveness and growth., • Discipleship & Programming:, • Oversee the planning and execution of engaging weekly youth gatherings (e.g., youth group, Bible studies)., • Develop and deliver age-appropriate teaching that is biblically sound and relevant to the lives of the youth., • Organize and lead special events, retreats, mission trips, and outreach ministries., • Team Leadership & Development:, • Recruit, train, equip, and empower a team of dedicated volunteer youth leaders., • Provide ongoing mentorship, support, and spiritual encouragement to leaders., • Foster a strong, collaborative, and healthy team culture among youth leaders., • Student Engagement & Care:, • Build authentic relationships with students, providing spiritual guidance, mentorship, and pastoral care., • Create a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students feel valued, safe, and connected., • Be present and accessible to students during youth events and beyond., • Parent & Family Partnership:, • Communicate regularly and effectively with parents/guardians, keeping them informed about ministry activities and providing resources for family discipleship., • Seek opportunities to partner with parents in the spiritual formation of their children., • Church Integration & Collaboration:, • Work collaboratively with church staff to ensure seamless integration of youth ministry into the wider church body., • Partner closely with the Youth Ministry Assistant for all youth-related communications, event planning, and promotional efforts, leveraging her support for systems and announcements., • Actively participate in staff meetings and contribute to the overall health and direction of C3., • Administration & Stewardship:, • Manage the youth ministry budget responsibly., • Experience:, • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience leading or significantly contributing to a vibrant youth ministry., • Proven track record of recruiting, developing, and retaining volunteer leaders., • Experience in planning and executing youth programs, events, and trips., • Education:, • Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies, Theology, Christian Ministry, or a related field preferred., • Formal theological training or ordination for Youth Pastor., • Skills & Abilities:, • Strong biblical knowledge and ability to teach and apply scripture in a relevant way to youth., • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) with youth, parents, leaders, and staff., • Strong organizational and administrative skills, with attention to detail., • Ability to cast vision, inspire, and motivate young people and volunteers., • Proficiency with technology relevant to youth ministry and communications (e.g., social media, presentation software)., • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across ministries., • Personal Qualities:, • A deep and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, evidenced by spiritual maturity and character., • A genuine passion for ministering to and discipling young people., • Relational, approachable, and able to connect with diverse personalities and multicultures., • Energetic, creative, and adaptable., • Committed to the vision, mission, and theological distinctives of Christ Community Church., • Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional growth.