Student Minister / Associate Pastor

Trinity Church
Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 11/15/2024
Categories: Associate Pastor - Youth Pastor
Denominations:
Church Size: 1001 to 1500
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Type: Salary
Pay Range: $55,000 - $58,000
Employee Workplace: On-site
Job Description:

TRINITY CHURCH
OF STUDENT MINISTER / ASSOCIATE PASTOR
JOB DESCRIPTION

Since 2007, Trinity’s mission has been to make disciples who exalt Jesus
Christ and honor God's word in everything they say and do. Our four-part
strategy invites people to COME to Christ, to GROW in their faith, to SERVE
Him by serving others, and REACH those outside the church with the good
news of Jesus. We are committed to the pursuit of building multi-ethnic,
multi-generational congregations that reflect the communities around us and
pursue unity in Christ. Trinity Church is one church with seven locations across the globe.

+ Position Overview
This full-time position combines dynamic Student Ministry leadership (6th-12th grade)
with Associate Pastoral duties at our Oceanfront Campus. The ideal candidate will be a
passionate leader capable of nurturing student spiritual growth while supporting broader
church operations and vision.


+ Primary Responsibilities
Student Ministry Leadership
? Design and implement comprehensive programs aligned with Trinity's four-part
strategy - Come, Grow, Serve, Reach
? Build and mentor a strong volunteer leadership team through recruitment,
training, and ongoing support
? Provide individualized pastoral care and mentoring to middle and high school
students
? Partner with student ministers across all Trinity campuses to develop curriculum
and coordinate major events

? Facilitate regular parent communication and occasional educational seminars

Associate Pastor Duties
? Collaborate with Campus Pastor in service planning, visitor connections, prayer
and Sunday operations
? Participate in pastoral mentorship with Campus Pastor
? Deliver engaging, biblically-sound messages at Adult Bible Studies and other
teaching opportunities
? Assist in Community Group development, including leader recruitment and
training
? Participate, as needed, in special services (baptisms, dedications, new member
classes)
? Provide pastoral care to congregation members (hospital visits counseling, etc)
? Serve alongside Oceanfront Campus Coordinator for major church events
(Easter, Christmas, Beach services)

+ Administrative Leadership
? Develop and manage annual student ministry calendar and budget
? Implement efficient visitor follow-up and connection processes using church
management systems
? Maintain expertise in church software (Planning Center, Google Workspace)
? Generate regular ministry reports and metrics for leadership review


+ Qualifications
Spiritual
? Demonstrate mature Christian faith and leadership
? Deep commitment to prayer and Scripture study
? Full alignment with Trinity Church's doctrinal positions
? Active engagement in church community life
Professional
? Bachelor's degree or equivalent ministry experience
? Proven track record in student ministry leadership
? Public speaking and teaching abilities
? Proficiency in organizational and administrative skills

? Physical capability to lift 35 lbs. and maintain extended periods of activity
+ Working Environment
? Full-time (40 hours/week) including Sunday responsibilities
? Flexible schedule accommodating evening and weekend ministry needs
? Regular participation in student camps and mission trips
? Weekly staff meetings and monthly all-Trinity gatherings


+ Reporting Structure
? Direct report to Oceanfront Campus Pastor and Student Ministry Director
? Collaboration with campus ministry team
? Partnership with multi-site student ministry team


+ Comprehensive Support
? Competitive salary and benefits package
? Dedicated office space and technology resources
? Mentoring from Campus Pastor
? Supportive team environment focused on ministry excellence

About Trinity Church

Since 2007, Trinity’s mission has been to make disciples who exalt Jesus Christ and honor God's word in everything they say and do. Our four-part strategy invites people to COME to Christ, to GROW in their faith, to SERVE Him by serving others, and REACH those outside the church with the good news of Jesus. We are committed to the pursuit of building multi-ethnic, multi-generational congregations that reflect the communities around us and pursue unity in Christ. Trinity Church is one church with seven locations across the globe, averaging a total of around 2,000 each Sunday for in-person attendance.

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