Youth Director / Pastor

20-40 HOUR POSITION.  TO APPLY  SEND COVER & REFERENCES TO:    jobs@fbcchar.org

We are seeking a Youth Leader whose joy in Christ is contagious, and who can build Teens & families in love.   The right person will develop a team and shape teens with the Word of God and the Mission heart of Jesus!  Dedicated believers with varied education welcome;  prior experience in a thriving Youth Ministry is preferred.  Our growing multi-generational church of 200-250 is surging with young families!  Weekly Youth Group draws 15-25 but large blocks of tweens are coming up yearly from Awana and  church families.  Our church name does not impress, but there's only one Name that is worthy and that saves!  Facilities are strong – gym, renovated Anchor Youth Room,  etc.  But it’s the heart & history God gave us for Teens that is striking.  We need an energetic leader to fan into flame lifelong followers of Jesus!  We’re also praying for the 3000+ kids in a 10-mile radius -- so much untapped opportunity to see CHRIST transform families.  Who is a fit?

• Current/recent serving with Youth is key. Teaching + mentoring skills or training also vital 
• Love relationships but willing to willing to build a team – we’ll help you recruit and resource
• Passion for the Word of God! Teachable spirit to bring that to Teens in various ways.
• Hunger to grow in Jesus – authentic love for Him that is genuine. Willing to plug into a LifeGrp
• Some hours fixed / some flexible (remote). 20 hr base role, may go up to 30+ for right person 
• We become your church family! You reach & enjoy Teens while equipping a Youth Team

We’ll give you windows to get to know us, and mutually explore fit in:

CHARACTER  – “Do not let anyone look down on you...but set an example for the believers in speech, life, love, faith & purity”  (1 Tim 4:12 / Titus 2:7).   Being a ‘mold’ in attitudes, love for God’s word, life patterns

COMMITMENTS  –  tender devotion to relationships & tough devotion to our Mission.  A growing relationship with Jesus, LifeGroup, & family  “Remain in me, and I will remain in you.” (Jn 15:4). 

CHEMISTRY  –  contributing to an atmosphere of love, disciple-making & our vision / values  “Be devoted to one another in love.  Never be lacking in zeal -- keep your spiritual fervor.” (Rom 12:9-10). 

CORE RESULTS –  in addition, these competencies will key your success: 

• Work with Pastors & Leaders to chart impact, build a team, work together in a great spirit!
• Communicate genuinely and often with teens + families. Includes less formal times, as able
• Organize the Youth calendar & draw in others to do what you can’t / don’t want to (we’ll help)
• Use some cool tools to on-board new parent volunteers, text grps with Teens, etc.
• Partner with Staff/Teams in several Outreaches (Mega Sports Camp, etc)
• Head up annual getaways to Camp Barakel, and an MFUGE Summer Mission (or similar)
• Get to know and love on new families. Bridge parents and kids to one another
• Cheer & boost other families. Solve problems in positive, fruitful ways

Our heart’s desire is to pour into Teens so they become lifelong resilient disciples in our shifting culture! 

STRATEGIC TARGETS FOR OUR TEENS + YOUTHMIN = 

Real Relationships w Bible Backbone w Student Leadership w Life-on-Life Discipling w GO with GOSPEL w

Fun & Family w Total Family Engagement w Getting Away to Meet God w Only Fire Kindles Fire

This position reports to the Lead Pastor, is part of the Staff Team, and is supported by a Youth Team & families.  We look first to JESUS and ask Him to do something only HE gets glory for!

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:    

• We equip & refresh you through training getaways (Ex. YthPstr Summit), top tools, parent partnership, and leadership backing.
• Staff Team centered on Christ that runs hard yet supports work-family BALANCE
• A church core that is informal & relational, yet serious about the right things
• Digital tools for slick communication – APP, Event pushnotes, Online signups + payments, etc.
• Clear expectations and supportive parents with a chance to build something special
• Coaching and commitment from those above & around you. We share Teen disciple-making.
• Aiming for excellence yet knowing God is greater than our gaps!

Salary Range:  $19 to 28 / hour      BASED ON EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & TRAINING

Is this you??             Don’t always act your age           Energetic & on Mission with Jesus 

     Team player         Developer not just a Doer          Sense of humor                  Hungry for impact 

Realist not Idealist about family life                  Forgiven much / loves much

HOW TO APPLY    SEND COVER & REFERENCES TO:    jobs@fbcchar.org