TIPPECANOE VALLEY CAMPUS LIFE DIRECTOR
Youth For Christ USA Inc., Fort Wayne, IN, United States
Position Summary: This position exists to reach 11‑19 year olds with the Gospel through authentic Christ‑sharing relationships by leading Campus Life ministry within the local community. This includes casting vision, implementing strategies, establishing fruitful and sustainable ministry while maintaining YFC USA’s policies for compliance.
Essential Job Functions And Health MINISTRY EXCELLENCE AND HEALTH Direct Ministry with Kids
Implement YFC’s Relational Ministry Actions (RMA) Framework below to develop authentic Christ‑sharing relationships with young people.
Contacting: meet new students, learn names & develop relationships through weekly school involvement, as well as other places where students gather
Building times: spend time in shared experiences with students to build new relationships and grow existing ones
Appointments: meet with students to focus on their individual needs
Small groups: meet with several students to have an interactive discussion about relevant topics & connect them to God’s truth
Core: develop a team of Christian leaders who together, follow Jesus in a way that naturally invites friends to discover Jesus with them
Club: create community with a welcoming, high energy, large group meeting designed to help lost people discover who Jesus is by connecting relevant topics to scripture
Participate in trips and events
LMA (LEAD, MANAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY)
Plan & prepare for club, meetings, events, etc.
Attend weekly staff meetings, trip & event planning meetings, & meetings with supervisor as scheduled
Complete weekly & monthly ministry reports
Ensure that all ministry leaders complete & comply with annual training requirements
MINISTRY GROWTH / EXPANSION
Develop a growth strategy to reach every young person at this site (more ministry leaders, partnerships, and ways to engage lost kids in 3 story).
COMMUNITY COLLABORATION / PARTNERSHIPS
Work with the Kosciusko Lead on a community support team (CST) to join you in prayer, ministry, fundraising, & community relations
Develop a strong relationship with the school system
Develop relationships with pastors & youth workers to partner together in the mission
Develop relationships & provide good communication & support with parents
Conduct weekly appointments with like minded partners
TRAIN, EMPOWER, MULTIPLY Direct ministry with Ministry Leaders
Recruit, train and empower a team of ministry leaders to carry out weekly ministry using the RMAs
Meet weekly with at least one current or potential ministry leader
FUND DEVELOPMENT
All leaders will be given the opportunity to be involved in the stewardship functions of YFCNIN to a degree that is commensurate with their roles. These activities may include but are not limited to: mission support, golf outings, campaigns, We Believe In You(th), luncheons, rallies, etc. The leadership team will work with employees to set an appropriate funding strategy & to offer fundraising training.
Spiritual Responsibilities Youth for Christ is a Christian faith‑based, 501c3 organization that requires all staff to be actively living out their Christian faith and committed to a local church body.
Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of Youth for Christ USA is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people and their families, and in that regard to make, educate and encourage lifelong disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, it is very important that you as an employee in the movement of Youth for Christ be recognized as an associate minister of the Gospel.
As an employee and a minister of the Gospel, YFCNIN expects all leaders to:
Seek God’s guidance and wisdom, through prayer and meditation, for the organization as a whole as well as for specific ministry initiatives.
Participate and lead regular times of prayer, devotion and worship as a regular aspect of your role within YFC.
Teach and preach from the Holy Bible at YFC staff meetings, conferences, camps and events.
Model empathy, humility and care for all people. This includes promoting equity and inclusion in word and in the practice of facial expression.
Additionally, YFCNIN leaders will have an opportunity to be commissioned or licensed as a minister of the Gospel through the established YFC process, and/or ordained by an outside body recognized by YFC USA.
OUR CORE VALUES CHRIST-CENTERED “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” Matthew 22:37
We abide in Him
We strive for holiness
We find our identity in Christ
ENDURING HUMILITY “I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5
We embrace a growth mindset
We admit when we are wrong
We model servant leadership in our actions
RELENTLESS TRUST “Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” Romans 12:10
We trust in each others’ character, integrity, & intentions
We fill in the gap between what we know and what we don’t know about a team member with trust rather than skepticism
We address conflict directly using Matthew 18 as a guide
JOYFUL CAMARADERIE “Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind & purpose.” Philippians 2:2
We carry each others’ burdens with delight
We do the work we love together
We have fun
COURAGEOUS FAITHFULNESS “So my dear brothers and sisters, be strong & immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.” I Corinthians 15:58
We embrace the difficult
We display grit & resiliency
We do whatever it takes to reach every young person with the Gospel
KINGDOM INSPIRED DIVERSITY “The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ.” I Corinthians 12:12
We appreciate & celebrate the diversity in others
We demonstrate empathy
We are dedicated to the Kingdom vision of every tongue, tribe & nation
Position Requirements Knowledge & Skills
An authentic and abiding personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Passionate about seeing lost young teens find hope in Jesus
A genuine hope for community transformation
Ability to coach, motivate, and lead teams of adults, volunteers, and student leaders
Spirit of collaboration with like‑minded partners (individuals, churches, businesses)
High level of spiritual & emotional maturity
Strong interpersonal communication & problem solving skills
Teachable team player
Motivated self‑starter
Ability to learn mission & relationship based fundraising techniques
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Experience in youth ministry (preferred)
On the Job Training Yes
Equipment & Software Utilized Google's G‑Suite
Travel Requirements Possible student trips: HS Winter Camp, Spring Break, & Summer Trip/Event. Possible staff training: YFCNIN staff retreat (Spring), One Heart Retreat (Fall), Cohorts.
Manages Budget No
Supervisory Responsibilities None
EEO Statement Youth For Christ (YFC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or other unlawful discriminatory characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
YFC is classified as an Association of Churches and as such our hiring practices reflect that designation. As a religious nonprofit organization, YFC incorporates within each leader role, the requirement to model, teach, share and live the faith. The relationship between YFC’s mission and each of its leaders is its lifeblood and as such does at all times and in all instances reserve the right to make employment decisions based upon a person’s religious beliefs, personal character and lifestyle consistent with our understanding of the Bible or with our overall goals and requirements for Christian ministry.
We seek to create a workplace that is intentional about Kingdom Inspired Diversity. Our commitment to our employees extends to their opportunities for growth, development, promotion, training and compensation.
We will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to the organization.
Apply
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Essential Job Functions And Health MINISTRY EXCELLENCE AND HEALTH Direct Ministry with Kids
Implement YFC’s Relational Ministry Actions (RMA) Framework below to develop authentic Christ‑sharing relationships with young people.
Contacting: meet new students, learn names & develop relationships through weekly school involvement, as well as other places where students gather
Building times: spend time in shared experiences with students to build new relationships and grow existing ones
Appointments: meet with students to focus on their individual needs
Small groups: meet with several students to have an interactive discussion about relevant topics & connect them to God’s truth
Core: develop a team of Christian leaders who together, follow Jesus in a way that naturally invites friends to discover Jesus with them
Club: create community with a welcoming, high energy, large group meeting designed to help lost people discover who Jesus is by connecting relevant topics to scripture
Participate in trips and events
LMA (LEAD, MANAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY)
Plan & prepare for club, meetings, events, etc.
Attend weekly staff meetings, trip & event planning meetings, & meetings with supervisor as scheduled
Complete weekly & monthly ministry reports
Ensure that all ministry leaders complete & comply with annual training requirements
MINISTRY GROWTH / EXPANSION
Develop a growth strategy to reach every young person at this site (more ministry leaders, partnerships, and ways to engage lost kids in 3 story).
COMMUNITY COLLABORATION / PARTNERSHIPS
Work with the Kosciusko Lead on a community support team (CST) to join you in prayer, ministry, fundraising, & community relations
Develop a strong relationship with the school system
Develop relationships with pastors & youth workers to partner together in the mission
Develop relationships & provide good communication & support with parents
Conduct weekly appointments with like minded partners
TRAIN, EMPOWER, MULTIPLY Direct ministry with Ministry Leaders
Recruit, train and empower a team of ministry leaders to carry out weekly ministry using the RMAs
Meet weekly with at least one current or potential ministry leader
FUND DEVELOPMENT
All leaders will be given the opportunity to be involved in the stewardship functions of YFCNIN to a degree that is commensurate with their roles. These activities may include but are not limited to: mission support, golf outings, campaigns, We Believe In You(th), luncheons, rallies, etc. The leadership team will work with employees to set an appropriate funding strategy & to offer fundraising training.
Spiritual Responsibilities Youth for Christ is a Christian faith‑based, 501c3 organization that requires all staff to be actively living out their Christian faith and committed to a local church body.
Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of Youth for Christ USA is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people and their families, and in that regard to make, educate and encourage lifelong disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, it is very important that you as an employee in the movement of Youth for Christ be recognized as an associate minister of the Gospel.
As an employee and a minister of the Gospel, YFCNIN expects all leaders to:
Seek God’s guidance and wisdom, through prayer and meditation, for the organization as a whole as well as for specific ministry initiatives.
Participate and lead regular times of prayer, devotion and worship as a regular aspect of your role within YFC.
Teach and preach from the Holy Bible at YFC staff meetings, conferences, camps and events.
Model empathy, humility and care for all people. This includes promoting equity and inclusion in word and in the practice of facial expression.
Additionally, YFCNIN leaders will have an opportunity to be commissioned or licensed as a minister of the Gospel through the established YFC process, and/or ordained by an outside body recognized by YFC USA.
OUR CORE VALUES CHRIST-CENTERED “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” Matthew 22:37
We abide in Him
We strive for holiness
We find our identity in Christ
ENDURING HUMILITY “I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5
We embrace a growth mindset
We admit when we are wrong
We model servant leadership in our actions
RELENTLESS TRUST “Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” Romans 12:10
We trust in each others’ character, integrity, & intentions
We fill in the gap between what we know and what we don’t know about a team member with trust rather than skepticism
We address conflict directly using Matthew 18 as a guide
JOYFUL CAMARADERIE “Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind & purpose.” Philippians 2:2
We carry each others’ burdens with delight
We do the work we love together
We have fun
COURAGEOUS FAITHFULNESS “So my dear brothers and sisters, be strong & immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.” I Corinthians 15:58
We embrace the difficult
We display grit & resiliency
We do whatever it takes to reach every young person with the Gospel
KINGDOM INSPIRED DIVERSITY “The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ.” I Corinthians 12:12
We appreciate & celebrate the diversity in others
We demonstrate empathy
We are dedicated to the Kingdom vision of every tongue, tribe & nation
Position Requirements Knowledge & Skills
An authentic and abiding personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Passionate about seeing lost young teens find hope in Jesus
A genuine hope for community transformation
Ability to coach, motivate, and lead teams of adults, volunteers, and student leaders
Spirit of collaboration with like‑minded partners (individuals, churches, businesses)
High level of spiritual & emotional maturity
Strong interpersonal communication & problem solving skills
Teachable team player
Motivated self‑starter
Ability to learn mission & relationship based fundraising techniques
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Experience in youth ministry (preferred)
On the Job Training Yes
Equipment & Software Utilized Google's G‑Suite
Travel Requirements Possible student trips: HS Winter Camp, Spring Break, & Summer Trip/Event. Possible staff training: YFCNIN staff retreat (Spring), One Heart Retreat (Fall), Cohorts.
Manages Budget No
Supervisory Responsibilities None
EEO Statement Youth For Christ (YFC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or other unlawful discriminatory characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
YFC is classified as an Association of Churches and as such our hiring practices reflect that designation. As a religious nonprofit organization, YFC incorporates within each leader role, the requirement to model, teach, share and live the faith. The relationship between YFC’s mission and each of its leaders is its lifeblood and as such does at all times and in all instances reserve the right to make employment decisions based upon a person’s religious beliefs, personal character and lifestyle consistent with our understanding of the Bible or with our overall goals and requirements for Christian ministry.
We seek to create a workplace that is intentional about Kingdom Inspired Diversity. Our commitment to our employees extends to their opportunities for growth, development, promotion, training and compensation.
We will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to the organization.
Apply
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