Youth Ministry Director Grace Community Fellowship
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SEMINARY, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403
Grace Community Fellowship
Job Description: Youth Ministry Director
Grace Community Fellowship Overview: Grace Community Fellowship is a nondenominational, evangelical church centrally located in Eugene, Oregon (a suburban, college town with a metro population of 380,000+.) The church has grown steadily since its launch in 1980, currently averaging over 550 weekly attendance (450 adults, 100 kids/youth). The church is currently completing a multi-million-dollar expansion to their building for youth ministry. Grace is a contemporary, innovative, multi-staff church.
Our mission is: To Love People Where They’re At and Help Them Follow Jesus.
Youth Ministry Overview: Grace Community Fellowship has a solid track record of vibrant youth ministry. Comprising of a middle school ministry and high school ministry, the youth ministry has recently had up to 50-60 students attending weekly youth gatherings and draws students from multiple schools in the area.
The characteristics of the youth ministry are an emphasis on small groups, evangelism, camp, a college internship program, and student leadership development.
Employment Details: Status: Full-time, salaried, exempt
Hours: Sunday through Thursday
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience
Benefits: Health & life insurance
General Duties: Lead, develop, and oversee all aspects of the middle school and high school ministry.
We are searching for a candidate with the following character, competencies, and chemistry.
Character
Displays a love for Jesus Christ, His church, and ministry to youth
Aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Grace Community Fellowship
Integrity in character, relationships, and actions (inside and outside “the office”)
Self‑motivated and proactive
Confidential and respectful
Competencies
Work in alignment with the staff team to fulfill the vision and values of the church
Set short‑term and long‑term goals and execute action steps towards their completion
Recruit, train, and retain high quality volunteers and interns
Plan, organize, and communicate ministry calendar
Equip, encourage, and resource parents for the discipling of their student(s)
Lead youth camps, trips, and events
Teach on a regular basis in youth gatherings and as needed in other venues
Steward youth ministry budget
Delegate ministry tasks to others (as appropriate)
Manage and maintain all youth ministry assets (including meeting spaces)
Other duties as assigned.
Chemistry
Enjoys working in a team setting that is highly collaborative and cooperative
A fun‑loving “people person”
Flexible and adaptable
A lifelong learner and self‑motivated
Able to work in high‑stress situations
Requirements:
Able to affirm our statement of faith, mission, vision, and values
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Christian ministry or Bible/theology (preferred)
2+ years of experience working in youth ministry (preferred)
Strong public speaking skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Application Instructions: For consideration, please send the following to info:
Cover Letter
Resume (include links to your social media profiles)
Personal References (at least 3)
Philosophy of Ministry (no more than 1 page)
Video sample(s) of preaching/teaching
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Grace Community Fellowship Overview: Grace Community Fellowship is a nondenominational, evangelical church centrally located in Eugene, Oregon (a suburban, college town with a metro population of 380,000+.) The church has grown steadily since its launch in 1980, currently averaging over 550 weekly attendance (450 adults, 100 kids/youth). The church is currently completing a multi-million-dollar expansion to their building for youth ministry. Grace is a contemporary, innovative, multi-staff church.
Our mission is: To Love People Where They’re At and Help Them Follow Jesus.
Youth Ministry Overview: Grace Community Fellowship has a solid track record of vibrant youth ministry. Comprising of a middle school ministry and high school ministry, the youth ministry has recently had up to 50-60 students attending weekly youth gatherings and draws students from multiple schools in the area.
The characteristics of the youth ministry are an emphasis on small groups, evangelism, camp, a college internship program, and student leadership development.
Employment Details: Status: Full-time, salaried, exempt
Hours: Sunday through Thursday
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience
Benefits: Health & life insurance
General Duties: Lead, develop, and oversee all aspects of the middle school and high school ministry.
We are searching for a candidate with the following character, competencies, and chemistry.
Character
Displays a love for Jesus Christ, His church, and ministry to youth
Aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Grace Community Fellowship
Integrity in character, relationships, and actions (inside and outside “the office”)
Self‑motivated and proactive
Confidential and respectful
Competencies
Work in alignment with the staff team to fulfill the vision and values of the church
Set short‑term and long‑term goals and execute action steps towards their completion
Recruit, train, and retain high quality volunteers and interns
Plan, organize, and communicate ministry calendar
Equip, encourage, and resource parents for the discipling of their student(s)
Lead youth camps, trips, and events
Teach on a regular basis in youth gatherings and as needed in other venues
Steward youth ministry budget
Delegate ministry tasks to others (as appropriate)
Manage and maintain all youth ministry assets (including meeting spaces)
Other duties as assigned.
Chemistry
Enjoys working in a team setting that is highly collaborative and cooperative
A fun‑loving “people person”
Flexible and adaptable
A lifelong learner and self‑motivated
Able to work in high‑stress situations
Requirements:
Able to affirm our statement of faith, mission, vision, and values
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Christian ministry or Bible/theology (preferred)
2+ years of experience working in youth ministry (preferred)
Strong public speaking skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Application Instructions: For consideration, please send the following to info:
Cover Letter
Resume (include links to your social media profiles)
Personal References (at least 3)
Philosophy of Ministry (no more than 1 page)
Video sample(s) of preaching/teaching
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