Chaska NXT JHigh Manager

GRACE CHURCH OF MINNESOTA INC•Chaska, MN

8d•$64,000 - $64,000•Onsite

About The Position

Grace Church is seeking a Jesus-centered, relational, and strategic leader to lead its Junior High Ministry for students in grades 6–8 at the Chaska Campus. The manager oversees weekly programming, events, camps, and special initiatives, creating a welcoming, fun, and safe environment where students can grow spiritually and relationally. The role includes recruiting, training, and discipling adult and student volunteers; planning and delivering Bible-based teaching; fostering small groups and relational evangelism; and supporting parents in their students’ spiritual formation. The manager develops ministry goals, calendars, and budgets aligned with the church’s vision and discipleship process. They collaborate with the NXT Gen Team and church staff, communicate with students, parents, volunteers, and staff, and contribute to meetings, planning, and church-wide events. They evaluate and improve ministry programs, seek feedback, stay informed about student-ministry practices, and help students take next steps in faith. The role calls for a growing Christ-centered faith, integrity, teamwork, initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to relational ministry and the Great Commission.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of relevant experience, ideally in youth ministry or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, data entry, and familiarity with databases.
Organized, relational, dependable, and adaptable.
A growing, Christ-centered relationship with Jesus, demonstrated through the fruit of the Spirit.
Commitment to Scripture, prayer, worship, and rest as part of personal well-being and ministry effectiveness.
Integrity and accountability appropriate to public Christian ministry.
Commitment to relational evangelism, discipleship, and active participation in the Great Commission.
Values family and seeks healthy balance with ministry responsibilities.
Collaborative team approach, including giving and receiving feedback and protecting team unity.
Initiative, creativity, adaptability, and willingness to help beyond assigned responsibilities.
Regular attendance at Grace Church and approachability and engagement with staff and congregation.
Passion for ministry in a local church and for creating joyful, fun, welcoming environments where students can connect and belong.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as ministry, education, or youth development.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of Junior High Ministry, including weekly programming, events, camps, and special initiatives.
Create a welcoming, fun, and safe environment for students’ spiritual and relational growth.
Recruit, train, and disciple adult and student volunteers.
Develop ministry goals, calendars, and budgets aligned with the church’s vision and discipleship process.
Plan and deliver relevant, engaging, Bible-based teaching for junior high students.
Foster small group environments that encourage authentic relationships and spiritual growth.
Model and encourage relational evangelism among students and leaders.
Support and engage parents in the spiritual formation of their students.
Collaborate with the NXT Gen Team and other church staff to support alignment across ministries.
Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, and church-wide events, and support teammates as needed.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, volunteers, and staff.
Evaluate and improve ministry programs, seeking feedback and input.
Keep up with student-ministry trends and best practices, and pursue innovation.
Ensure activities align with the overall discipleship strategy and help students take next steps in faith.