Gen Co | Area Director I

Young Life•Flint, MI

3d•$51,500 - $64,475

About The Position

The Area Director I leads Young Life ministry in a defined area, seeking to reach every young person through spiritual development, leadership development, fundraising and resource development, direct ministry, and ministry support. The role partners with the regional director and area committee to establish vision and strategy, recruits and develops staff and volunteer leaders, supervises area staff, and oversees ministry operations and finances. The Area Director also participates directly in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping, and serves on a summer assignment each year. Young Life employees are required to sign and adhere to the organization’s Statement of Faith and policies. The position includes required training and continuing development. The role supervises 1 to 3 clubs and/or ministries and 0 to 25 volunteers. Camp assignments may involve extreme weather, dirt, long hours, and physical activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and boating; staff must be able to handle these conditions.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related ministry experience.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams.
Proven leadership skills.
Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
A call to reach kids with the Gospel.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must sign and adhere to Young Life’s Statement of Faith and policies.
Must be able to handle camp assignment conditions, including heat or cold, dirt, long hours, and physical activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and boating.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop a yearly personal growth plan that supports spiritual life through solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer, and engagement with Scripture.
Maintain active participation in a church community and in the spiritual life of Young Life; lead individuals and teams in spiritual development.
Ensure area ministry is rooted in prayer and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Partner with the regional director and committee to cast vision for reaching every kid in the defined area.
Establish regular gatherings with committee members, leaders, and staff to build unity and provide vision and direction.
Create a spiritual leadership plan for area volunteers, staff, and committee members.
Recruit and train staff and leaders to build teams that reflect the community.
Supervise, develop, and evaluate area staff, providing resources and experiences needed to implement the vision.
Provide quality summer staff, work crew, and adult guests for summer camps.
Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping; train leaders, team leaders, and committee members in teamwork and yearly ministry strategy.
Lead the TDS team and committee in finding partners to support the area vision and budget.
Develop and lead the area fundraising strategy, communicate effectively with donors, and raise funds needed for ministry while maintaining a consistent surplus (with a goal of at least a one-month cash reserve).
Build the Young Life brand through public relations.
Coordinate and conduct quality events that reflect Young Life’s impact and justify participants’ personal and corporate investment.
Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.
Lead or co-lead a model Young Life club and lead or supervise an effective Campaigner ministry.
Observe and evaluate each school or ministry in the local area annually.
Develop and implement ongoing plans to maximize Gospel proclamation through camping opportunities.
Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life property, another Young Life camp, or in another position each summer.
Follow Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism in office hours, dress, conduct, and time management.
Manage finances with stewardship, accountability, and transparency using mission-wide applications.
Maintain accurate records for kids, leaders, and donors.
Communicate clearly, promptly, appropriately, and professionally with everyone involved in ministry.
Create yearly strategic ministry plans and initiatives to reach every kid and review them regularly.
Perform other duties congruent with gifts, experience, and area needs, and accept short- and long-term project assignments.
Attend the missionwide staff conference every four years, regional training as directed, and additional training when deemed necessary.
Pursue continuing education, including graduate degrees, personal spiritual maturity or enrichment programs, and seminars that enhance professional skills.
Complete Core Training - Phase One within 36 months of hire date.