Director of High School Ministries

Community Presbyterian Church
Danville, California, United States
Date Posted: 07/18/2023
Categories: Youth Pastor
Denominations: Presbyterian
Church Size: 1501 to 2000
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Type: Salary
Pay Range: $62,000 - $73,000
Employee Workplace: On-site
Job Description:

Director of High School Ministries

Learn More Online:  www.cpchighschooldirector.org
 
Please Email Us At: cpcsearchteam@gmail.com
 
Church: CPC (Community Presbyterian Church) in Danville, California
Church Website: www.cpcdanville.org
Team Leader: CPC's Pastor for Student Ministries
Position Type: Full-time, salaried

General Description

The Director of High School Ministries leads and sustains a biblically grounded, Christ-centered ministry that reaches 9th-12th grade students in our community in order to help them to find belonging in our community of faith, embrace the gospel, and live for Christ. We're a strong church with a long history of thriving youth ministry. We're looking for someone who will bring a passionate faith and engaging dynamic to join our team!

Specific Responsibilities

  • Creating and implementing weekly programs that engage students, build community, and nurture spiritual growth
  • Overseeing and leading high school camps, retreats, and mission trips
  • Recruiting, training, motivating, and building up a cohesive team of adult volunteers, especially in their role as small group leaders
  • Supporting other leaders serving in this ministry area, including a high school program coordinator or interns when available
  • Cultivating a network of support among parents and families through effective communication
  • Integrating students into the life of the larger church and fostering intergenerational connections
  • Planning curriculum and presenting relevant, age-appropriate biblical messages
  • Adhering to CPC’s personnel guidelines
  • Managing the calendar of events and the budget for the ministry
  • Connecting with students and families relationally for support and spiritual encouragement
  • Meeting with other staff and leaders for ongoing encouragement and guidance
  • Attending and supporting department meetings, training events, church staff meetings
  • Maintaining effective communications with students, leaders, and parents and help promote the visibility of your ministry to the congregation
  • Pursuing personal growth, spiritually and professionally
  • Working collaboratively with other departments of the church and investing in strong working relationships
  • Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Visible love for Christ and students and a life of active discipleship
  • Strong leadership with two to five years of ministry experience
  • Well-developed theology consistent with that of CPC
  • Effective communication and teaching
  • Strong inclination toward team collaboration
  • Creativity and problem solving skills
  • Optimism, sense of humor, and humble confidence
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Terms of Employment

  • 40 hours/week
  • Salary range: $60,000-$73,000
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, vacation, paid holidays, retirement program, short and long-term disability
About Community Presbyterian Church

Community Presbyterian Church (“CPC” to those in our community) is a vibrant, engaging, evangelical church in the East Bay Area with a long history in our community. (Over 160 years!) We are all about reaching people and following Jesus. We've had a strong history of youth ministry for several decades and we remain committed to prioritizing our efforts to reach students and young families. Please visit us online to get to know more about us: www.cpcdanville.org

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