Student Life Director (Elevation College)
Elevation Church, Matthews, NC, United States
At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same – to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website www.elevationchurch.org to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment & Enrollment Strategy
Lead marketing efforts on behalf of Elevation College.
Represent Elevation College at events, conferences, Elevation Nights, and other ministry gatherings.
Maintain consistent follow-up systems for prospective students and parents.
Partner with the Enrollment Director to ensure housing, financial aid, and academic onboarding align with enrollment milestones.
Student Housing & RA System
Design and implement a dynamic and spiritually forming student housing experience.
Recruit, onboard, and lead the RA team (7).
Create and implement housing policies that balance safety, accountability, and community.
Handle all disputes, HOA interactions, and student life issues related to housing.
Maintain high standards of care, discipline, and restorative practices when managing student conduct.
Community and Culture
Develop opportunities for students to connect outside the classroom through clubs, intramural sports, social events, and student‑led initiatives.
Plan and lead student experiences including travel, retreats, community service days, and campus traditions.
Collaborate with the College Pastor to integrate community into the weekly rhythm of student life.
Oversee monthly student experiences and quarterly outreach events.
Ensure students have meaningful, fun, and spiritually enriching experiences beyond the classroom.
Build a strong brand and identity for Elevation College Student Life through events, experiences, and creative storytelling.
Oversee internal communication channels for student life (updates, newsletters, apps, student announcements).
Retention
Monitor student morale and retention patterns, creating proactive strategies to keep students engaged.
Serve as one of the consistent pastoral and relational leaders—visible, accessible, and trusted.
Collaborate with staff to celebrate student wins and support students through challenges.
Maintain confidentiality, emotional maturity, and discernment in sensitive pastoral situations.
MUST-HAVES
Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
A demonstrated commitment to spiritual disciplines and Christian leadership (prayer, scripture engagement, living out Elevation’s Code).
Proven experience leading young adults, students, or emerging leaders.
Ability to pastor and shepherd individuals through diverse spiritual and emotional needs.
Strong conflict‑resolution and mediation skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, emotional maturity, and pastoral discernment.
Alignment with Elevation Church’s theology, values, culture, and leadership expectations.
NICE-TO-HAVES
Experience working in a non‑profit environment or ministry setting
Experience living in or overseeing residential/student environments (housing, camps, dorm leadership, RA systems).
Background or training in counseling, pastoral care, student development, or social work.
Experience planning large‑scale events, retreats, or student programs.
Familiarity with Elevation’s ministry model, culture, and weekend execution.
Experience supervising volunteers, student leaders, or part‑time staff.
Crisis management experience or first‑aid/CPR certification.
Strong administrative or project‑management skills.
DAY-TO-DAY
We’re a
Sunday‑Thursday work environment . Monday‑Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast‑paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend -
adaptability is a key
competence for us.
Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to
have some fun !
You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people.
Professional development opportunities will be all around you , both in structured and unstructured ways.
We expect you to
be disciplined in your spiritual practices
- be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
Bring your full self
to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.
BENEFITS
Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full‑time staff
403b with 4% match
Dental & Vision benefits
Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment & Enrollment Strategy
Lead marketing efforts on behalf of Elevation College.
Represent Elevation College at events, conferences, Elevation Nights, and other ministry gatherings.
Maintain consistent follow-up systems for prospective students and parents.
Partner with the Enrollment Director to ensure housing, financial aid, and academic onboarding align with enrollment milestones.
Student Housing & RA System
Design and implement a dynamic and spiritually forming student housing experience.
Recruit, onboard, and lead the RA team (7).
Create and implement housing policies that balance safety, accountability, and community.
Handle all disputes, HOA interactions, and student life issues related to housing.
Maintain high standards of care, discipline, and restorative practices when managing student conduct.
Community and Culture
Develop opportunities for students to connect outside the classroom through clubs, intramural sports, social events, and student‑led initiatives.
Plan and lead student experiences including travel, retreats, community service days, and campus traditions.
Collaborate with the College Pastor to integrate community into the weekly rhythm of student life.
Oversee monthly student experiences and quarterly outreach events.
Ensure students have meaningful, fun, and spiritually enriching experiences beyond the classroom.
Build a strong brand and identity for Elevation College Student Life through events, experiences, and creative storytelling.
Oversee internal communication channels for student life (updates, newsletters, apps, student announcements).
Retention
Monitor student morale and retention patterns, creating proactive strategies to keep students engaged.
Serve as one of the consistent pastoral and relational leaders—visible, accessible, and trusted.
Collaborate with staff to celebrate student wins and support students through challenges.
Maintain confidentiality, emotional maturity, and discernment in sensitive pastoral situations.
MUST-HAVES
Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
A demonstrated commitment to spiritual disciplines and Christian leadership (prayer, scripture engagement, living out Elevation’s Code).
Proven experience leading young adults, students, or emerging leaders.
Ability to pastor and shepherd individuals through diverse spiritual and emotional needs.
Strong conflict‑resolution and mediation skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, emotional maturity, and pastoral discernment.
Alignment with Elevation Church’s theology, values, culture, and leadership expectations.
NICE-TO-HAVES
Experience working in a non‑profit environment or ministry setting
Experience living in or overseeing residential/student environments (housing, camps, dorm leadership, RA systems).
Background or training in counseling, pastoral care, student development, or social work.
Experience planning large‑scale events, retreats, or student programs.
Familiarity with Elevation’s ministry model, culture, and weekend execution.
Experience supervising volunteers, student leaders, or part‑time staff.
Crisis management experience or first‑aid/CPR certification.
Strong administrative or project‑management skills.
DAY-TO-DAY
We’re a
Sunday‑Thursday work environment . Monday‑Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast‑paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend -
adaptability is a key
competence for us.
Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to
have some fun !
You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people.
Professional development opportunities will be all around you , both in structured and unstructured ways.
We expect you to
be disciplined in your spiritual practices
- be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
Bring your full self
to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.
BENEFITS
Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full‑time staff
403b with 4% match
Dental & Vision benefits
Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)
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