POSITION: FULL TIME DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES
REPORTS TO: Senior Pastor
DIRECT REPORTS: Ministries Assistant & Media Communications
POSITION OVERVIEW: Provide spiritual development and discipleship formation opportunities for youth (grades 6-12) through study, fellowship, service and worship.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Sunday mornings: Build relationships with youth by attending worship, oversee youth Sunday school classes and invite youth to participate in youth activities.
* Sunday evenings: Plan and implement youth activities in conjunction with the Youth /council.
* Wednesday evenings: Plan and implement youth activities in conjunction with the Youth Council and church staff.
* Small Groups: Develop and implement age-level small group activities and studies for youth and provide oversight to adult volunteers.
* Special Events: Plan, attend and oversee special youth events and mission trips in conjunction with the Youth Council.
* Provide oversight, direction and support to the Youth Council.
* Plan and distribute an annual program/event calendar in coordination with the Youth Council.
* Maintain regular communication with youth, parents and volunteers.
* Develop and manage annual budget.
* Attend staff and applicable church meetings.
* Recruit volunteers on Youth Council.
* Educate volunteers and parents on the Safe Sanctuary policy.
* Leverage social media and technology to communicate with youth, parents and community.
* Demonstrate an intentional focus on inclusion for all.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
* Strong organizational and communication skills including use of social media.
* Strong skills in leadership, planning, interpersonal relations and program development.
* Strong knowledge of the Bible and essential Christian beliefs including UMC doctrine.
* A dedication to the church and ministry covenant promoting diversity, support and community.
Jamestown UMC, Jamestown, NC
Contact: David Greene  David@jumc.org
