Job Description Summary
Wellspring Family Church (WFC) is seeking a part time Youth Pastor to join an exciting church environment. Wellspring has a strong desire to minister to the next generation and has seen rapid growth in our Youth Ministry over the past two years. Our Youth Ministry includes students in grades 6-12 and has weekly attendance of 45 students. Wellspring is a growing 3-year-old church of 250 and is part of the Evangelical Free Church of America.
Staff Position and Accountability
The Youth Pastor is a part-time position reporting to the Associate Pastor.
Major Job Responsibility
GENERAL DUTIES
- Demonstrate a passion for Jesus and Christ-like life.
- Demonstrate a heart for students to help them belong and flourish in Christ.
- Lead, recruit, develop, equip, and encourage team members to serve in Youth Ministry.
- Build Christ-centered and Gospel relationships with teens and families.
- Work with staff and volunteers to set ministry goals and outcomes, think and work systematically to see overall church growth.
- Be a visible leader, help to execute the vision of the church, and lead the Youth Ministry well.
Happen Every Week
- Teach effectively and creatively from Scripture during Youth Ministry programming.
- Encourage and develop others to utilize their teaching gifts as well.
- Model relational ministry.
- Collaboratively lead creative programming for Youth Ministry programs.
- Communicate with youth leaders and parents regularly.
- Meet regularly with the Associate Pastor to evaluate ministry programs and strategy execution.
Happen Frequently
- Lead Youth Ministry events for outreach, discipleship, leadership development, retreats, camps, etc.
- Lead and develop the student leadership group to empower teens to serve well in ministry.
- Involve students in the ministry to build engagement and develop student leaders.
- Continue to grow professionally and spiritually by participating in outside opportunities to include conferences, seminars, books, and networking.
- Partner with the Children’s Pastor, Worship Pastor and Pastoral Team to create a comprehensive plan to minister to children, students and families.
Happen Occasionally
- Assist the Associate Pastor in parent training and communication.
- Lead one or more retreats each year.
- Lead a missions or service opportunity for students.
Personal Qualifications: Personal Character: Should have a genuine love for Christ and other people that is evident through an authentic, transparent and Christ-centered lifestyle. Must be committed to growing in the spiritual disciplines and sharing their faith with others.
Doctrine: The Youth Pastor must agree with the Evangelical Free Church’s Statement of Faith.
Vision and Values: The Youth Pastor must be in support of WFC’s mission, vision and values.
Education: Four-year college degree or greater preferred
Experience: Two years’ experience leading a student ministry of 30+ students preferred.
In addition, proven experience in the following areas:
- Speaking to and teaching large groups of both Junior and Senior High students.
- Demonstrated ability to equip students and adults for ministry.
- Organizing, planning, and administrating student events such as camps and retreats.
Spiritual Gifts: Leadership, Shepherding, Teaching, and Administration
This position reports to Associate Pastor Steve Otey, a 20-year veteran in Youth and Family Ministry.
TO APPLY: Send a resume and cover letter to Steve Otey at steve@wellspringfamily.org
For more information, visit www.wellspringfamily.org
