Minister to High School Students First Baptist Church of Dallas

DENOMINATION: SBC

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 3,300

Meet First Baptist Church Dallas:

Located in the heart of downtown, First Baptist Dallas is built on the Bible and continues its mission to transform the world with God’s Word—one life at a time.

As a multi-generational church community, we meet needs through a variety of worship experiences, Sunday School and discipleship options, mission opportunities, fellowship, and outreach events.

The cornerstone of First Baptist Dallas was laid in 1890 by a small group of believers determined to begin a Baptist church in downtown Dallas. Under the leadership of legendary pastors and teachers like George W. Truett and W.A. Criswell, First Baptist Dallas became an anchor in the Christian community, a church known for a firm foundation built on the Bible.

Led by Dr. Robert Jeffress since 2007, we continue that legacy today. Dr. Jeffress ushered in a new season of ministry at the church that reinforces our calling to reach our city, nation, and world for Christ through four primary courses of action:

Worship

We currently offer two Choir and Orchestra led services, a Band-led service, and an online experience through our First Dallas iCampus.

Equip

Members and visitors will find active, thriving Sunday School classes for every age and life stage. Our Discipleship University ministry offers two semesters of classes on Sunday evenings.

Serve

It is our goal to equip, empower, and deploy every member of our body to serve in the role and gifting to which the Lord has called them.

Influence

We pierce the darkness with the light of God’s Word to the uttermost parts of the world.

First Baptist Dallas was built on the Bible and continues its mission to transform the world with God’s Word . . . one life at a time. 

About the Minister to High School Students:

As the Minister to High School Students, you will oversee the spiritual growth and development of high school students within our congregation. Your primary duties will include leading weekly youth services, organizing engaging events and activities, mentoring students in their faith journey, and equipping them to live out their faith in their daily lives. The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to Christ, a heart for youth ministry, strong leadership skills, and the ability to connect with students on a personal level.  The successful candidate for this position must have a passion for students and understand the importance of working with both parents and volunteers to see them know God and grow spiritually. We are looking for someone who naturally takes initiative. 

The Minister to High School Students‘ responsibilities include: Ministry Development:

• Develop and lead weekly discipleship environments for high school students (this includes planning curriculum and preparing/delivering messages for students)
• Create and run events that foster growth and outreach for the student ministry
• Engage well and have a good rapport with parents
• Resourcing parents with insights as to how to be the primary disciplers of their children
• Recruit, train, serve, and lead ministry volunteers
• Manage and maintain the student ministry budget and expenditures
• Partner with like-minded youth ministries and schools
• Meet weekly with student ministry staff for staff development, planning & prayer
• Successfully model the life of a follower of Christ to the next generation

Student Ministry Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership to the High School Student Ministry at First Baptist Dallas
• Lead  to envision, design and implement church-wide events and programs for students (DNow, retreats, camps, outreach, etc)

Collaboration and Leadership

• Work closely with other church staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers to support the overall mission and vision of the church.
• Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers to assist with the High School Student Ministry.
• Collaborate with other ministries (e.g., children’s, adults) to create integrated and holistic ministry opportunities.

Teaching and Preaching:

• Teaching students on a regular basis.
• Investing in student ministry staff as they develop as teachers and students of the Word. 
• Occasionally teach or preach in classes or special events as needed.
• Develop and deliver relevant and engaging content that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities faced by high school students.

Administrative Duties:

• Develop and manage the ministry budget in collaboration with church administration.
• Maintain accurate records of participants, activities, and outcomes to assess the effectiveness of the ministry.
• Communicate effectively with the congregation about upcoming events, programs, and opportunities within the Student Ministry.

What you bring: 

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Minister to High School Students:

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree, required
• Seminary, strongly preferred
• 3 – 5 years of large church experience with a similar ministry model

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• A committed Christian with a strong personal faith and a lifestyle that reflects biblical principles
• Experience in pastoral ministry, specifically working within student ministry
• Track record of creating and growing ministries
• Experience overseeing and developing student ministry staff
• Strong interpersonal, counseling, and relational skills
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and leadership abilities
• Ability to teach and communicate effectively in both small and large group settings
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain healthy relationships within the church community
• Passionate about discipleship and fostering spiritual growth

Personal characteristics and qualifications

• Must be fully committed to the Mission and Core Values of First Baptist Dallas
• Fully committed to the Senior Pastor, Executive Pastor, and overall church ministry
• Must be committed to biblical Christian principles and teachings professionally and personally
• Must possess characteristics that reflect a person of faith and a lifestyle of biblical integrity
• Embody the Green Team Characteristics and work according to Operating Principles

What it’s like to live in Dallas, TX: 

Offering both big-city excitement and quiet, suburban living, the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area has an interesting mix of Texas pride and cosmopolitan offerings. The cowboy life still exists in Fort Worth, while Dallasites love the trendy local restaurants and numerous retail shops. And no matter which part of the metroplex they call home, sports fans rally together behind their professional sports teams.

The small-town feel of Friday night football games and backyard parties exists in the suburbs of Dallas-Fort Worth. In those areas, residents can bump into their friends at the local Tex-Mex restaurant, children ride their bikes and joggers hit the pavement for evening runs. But even in DFW proper, many people exude Texas friendliness with a wave or a “hello” to strangers.

Dallas is ranked the 4th most diverse city in the United States. Rich natural resources, abundant land, a central location within the United States, and a business-friendly environment have long attracted both immigrants and U.S. natives to Texas. As a result, the area has grown faster, with a younger and more diverse population, than the nation. The world has truly come to Dallas!

Those who live in Dallas and Fort Worth tend to be young professionals, while the surrounding suburbs are largely filled with young families who want both a close-knit community and easy access to the cities. People from both demographics are flooding the area, and the population has swelled from about 5.8 million people in 2005 to more than 7 million people today.  New developments have drawn in both families looking for their dream home and professionals looking to advance their careers.

For a truly Texan experience, Fort Worth, also aptly known as Cowtown, offers the annual Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, weekly rodeos at the Stockyards and live music across different venues all across the city.

Crowds roar for the Dallas Cowboys football team at AT&T Stadium and for the Texas Rangers baseball team at Globe Life Field in Arlington, while the Dallas Mavericks basketball team and the Dallas Stars hockey team both play at American Airlines Center in the heart of downtown Dallas.

Kid-friendly activities include the indoor water park at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington and zoos in both Dallas and Fort Worth.